Apple Vision Pro needs something bigger than a software update
I have been using Apple Vision Pro on and off for the last nine months. When it was released in February, I described it as a device with a ton of potential but with huge…
Vietnamese Hacker Group Deploys New PXA Stealer Targeting Europe and Asia
Nov 15, 2024Ravie LakshmananMalware / Credential Theft A Vietnamese-speaking threat actor has been linked to an information-stealing campaign targeting government and education entities in Europe and Asia with a new Python-based malware called PXA Stealer.…
How AI Is Transforming IAM and Identity Security
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has begun revolutionizing Identity Access Management (IAM), reshaping how cybersecurity is approached in this crucial field. Leveraging AI in IAM is about tapping into its analytical capabilities to monitor…
For the first time ever, you don’t need to be afraid to buy a new Mac
As someone who has reviewed Macs for a long time, I’m often asked for shopping advice and whether now is a good time to buy a Mac. It’s an excellent question since Apple has been…
High-Severity Flaw in PostgreSQL Allows Hackers to Exploit Environment Variables
Nov 15, 2024Ravie LakshmananVulnerability / Database Security Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a high-severity security flaw in the PostgreSQL open-source database system that could allow unprivileged users to alter environment variables, and potentially lead to code…
Bitfinex Hacker Sentenced to 5 Years, Guilty of Laundering $10.5 Billion in Bitcoin
Ilya Lichtenstein, who pleaded guilty to the 2016 hack of cryptocurrency stock exchange Bitfinex, has been sentenced to five years in prison, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced Thursday. Lichtenstein was charged for his…
CISA Flags Two Actively Exploited Palo Alto Flaws; New RCE Attack Confirmed
Nov 15, 2024Ravie LakshmananNetwork Security / Vulnerability The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Thursday warned that two more flaws impacting the Palo Alto Networks Expedition have come under active exploitation in the…
Best AirPods Black Friday Deals 2024: Early Discounts
It’s nearly that time of year again—Black Friday, the yearly shopping event where everyone hunts for the biggest deals. Apple’s AirPods are famously popular gifts and travel companions, and various models are often on sale…
Black Friday monitor deals: What to expect and early sales
Black Friday is a great time for monitor deals. Whether you’re into watching movies or competitive gaming, a good monitor can make a huge difference. And you don’t have to wait until Black Friday proper…
Macworld Podcast: M4 iMac, M4 MacBook Pro, M4 Mac mini reviews
Apple’s new M4 Macs started shipping last Friday, and we have the new Mac mini, iMac, and MacBook Pro in-house. Why are these some of the more exciting Macs to hit the market? Find out…