It is that time of the month again when vendors send out the patches. Pixel 3 smartphone then this is probably your last update as Google has stated they are discontinuing support for the device. Critical Android 12 bug fixed in February security patches • The Register The usual set …
Microsoft to block downloaded Office macros – at last
Soon Microsoft Office will, by default, block macros from running that originate from the internet. At last! Helping users stay safe: Blocking internet macros by default in Office – Microsoft Tech Community This has been something that Microsoft has dragged it’s feet over for years. It was an open door …
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Cryptocurrency platform hacked for $322m
Wormhole, an online cryptocurrency platform that enables users to convert between cryptocurrencies, has had $322m of assets stolen. Cryptocurrency platform Wormhole hacked for an estimated $322 million – The Record by Recorded Future $320m in Ether stolen from crypto biz Wormhole • The Register
More cyber attacks originate in China than anywhere else
US Federal Bureau of Investigation director Christopher Wray has named China as the source of more cyber-attacks on the USA than all other nations combined. (The Register) Here is the full article from The Register: FBI: China is world’s most prolific source of cyber attack • The Register
Cyber attack impacts German fuel supplies
Oiltanking Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, a major player in the infrastructure of oil supplies in German discovered the cyber security breach on Saturday. Cyber-attack strikes German fuel supplies – BBC News Cyberattack hits German service station provider • The Register