Month: September 2023
Adobe Acrobat and Reader have some serious security flaws, so patch now
Adobe has issued a urgent warning to users of its Acrobat and Acrobat Reader PDF editors following the discovery of a zero-day vulnerability of critical severity. The software company has released a security update for Windows and macOS users, urging them to apply the patch as soon as possible in…
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Dreamforce 2023 live – all the day two Salesforce news and updates
Refresh 2023-09-13T15:41:40.150Z First up for us this morning is a press panel about “AI in the workplace” – a growing consideration (and concern) for many businesses. It’s a bit of an all-star line-up too, with Juan Perez, Salesforce CIO, Nathalie Scardino, interim Chief People Officer, Salesforce, and Lidiane Jones, Slack…
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Hackers claim it only took a 10-minute phone call to shut down MGM Resorts
The ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group claimed responsibility for the MGM Resorts cyber outage on Tuesday, according to a post by malware archive vx-underground. The group claims to have used common social engineering tactics, or gaining trust from employees to get inside information, to try and get a ransom out of MGM…
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Google’s Find My Device 3.0 has a fresh look, hints at upcoming features
It’s likely that Google is opting for a design refresh to reflect plans to expand the Find My Device app into a full-blown network. That would include more than just smartphones but other devices like compatible accessories and Bluetooth trackers. Meanwhile, Android expert Mishaal Rahman found a few interesting strings…
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Apple’s switch to USB-C on the iPhone 15 brings more cable confusion
This week Apple introduced the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro lines which include the long-awaited switch from the company’s proprietary Lightning Connector to USB-C. And while the move may have been motivated more by EU regulations than a desire to increase usability, having all the major smartphone makers finally…
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How to build a custom keyboard in 2023
Building your first custom mechanical keyboard can be intimidating. Between all the parts and terminology involved, it’s hard to know where to start. Thankfully, it’s also never been easier to jump into the hobby. For this guide, I interviewed two YouTube creators — Brian Philips of BadSeed Tech fame and…
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