Google has released an urgent software update for its Chrome web browser and is urging Windows, Mac, and Linux users to upgrade the application to the latest available version immediately.Started rolling out to users worldwide this Wednesday, the Chrome 77.0.3865.90 version contains security patches for 1 critical and 3 high-risk security vulnerabilities, the most severe of … [Read more...] about Update Google Chrome Browser to Patch New Critical Security Flaws
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125 New Flaws Found in Routers and NAS Devices from Popular Brands
The world of connected consumer electronics, IoT, and smart devices is growing faster than ever with tens of billions of connected devices streaming and sharing data wirelessly over the Internet, but how secure is it?As we connect everything from coffee maker to front-door locks and cars to the Internet, we're creating more potential—and possibly more dangerous—ways for hackers … [Read more...] about 125 New Flaws Found in Routers and NAS Devices from Popular Brands
Multiple Code Execution Flaws Found In PHP Programming Language
Maintainers of the PHP programming language recently released the latest versions of PHP to patch multiple high-severity vulnerabilities in its core and bundled libraries, the most severe of which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code and compromise targeted servers.Hypertext Preprocessor, commonly known as PHP, is the most popular server-side web programming … [Read more...] about Multiple Code Execution Flaws Found In PHP Programming Language
Facebook Patches “Memory Disclosure Using JPEG Images” Flaws in HHVM Servers
Facebook has patched two high-severity vulnerabilities in its server application that could have allowed remote attackers to unauthorisedly obtain sensitive information or cause a denial of service just by uploading a maliciously constructed JPEG image file.The vulnerabilities reside in HHVM (HipHop Virtual Machine)—a high-performance, open source virtual machine developed by … [Read more...] about Facebook Patches “Memory Disclosure Using JPEG Images” Flaws in HHVM Servers
Flaws in Over Half a Million GPS Trackers Expose Children Location Data
What if the tech intended to ensure that your kids, senior citizens, and pets are safe even when they're out of sight inadvertently expose them to stalkers?An estimated 600,000 GPS tracking devices for sale on Amazon and other large online merchants for $25–$50 have been found vulnerable to a handful of dangerous vulnerabilities that may have exposed user's real-time locations, … [Read more...] about Flaws in Over Half a Million GPS Trackers Expose Children Location Data
Patches for 2 Severe LibreOffice Flaws Bypassed — Update to Patch Again
If you are using LibreOffice, you need to update it once again.LibreOffice has released the latest version 6.2.6/6.3.0 of its open-source office software to address three new vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to bypass patches for two previously addressed vulnerabilities.LibreOffice is one of the most popular and open source alternatives to Microsoft Office suite and … [Read more...] about Patches for 2 Severe LibreOffice Flaws Bypassed — Update to Patch Again
New Flaws in Qualcomm Chips Expose Millions of Android Devices to Hacking
A series of critical vulnerabilities have been discovered in Qualcomm chipsets that could allow hackers to compromise Android devices remotely just by sending malicious packets over-the-air with no user interaction.Discovered by security researchers from Tencent's Blade team, the vulnerabilities, collectively known as QualPwn, reside in the WLAN and modem firmware of Qualcomm … [Read more...] about New Flaws in Qualcomm Chips Expose Millions of Android Devices to Hacking
Critical Flaws in ‘OXID eShop’ Software Expose eCommerce Sites to Hacking
If your e-commerce website runs on the OXID eShop platform, you need to update it immediately to prevent your site from becoming compromised.Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a pair of critical vulnerabilities in OXID eShop e-commerce software that could allow unauthenticated attackers to take full control over vulnerable eCommerce websites remotely in less than a few … [Read more...] about Critical Flaws in ‘OXID eShop’ Software Expose eCommerce Sites to Hacking
Google Researchers Disclose PoCs for 4 Remotely Exploitable iOS Flaws
Google's cybersecurity researchers have finally disclosed details and proof-of-concept exploits for 4 out of 5 security vulnerabilities that could allow remote attackers to target Apple iOS devices just by sending a maliciously-crafted message over iMessage.All the vulnerabilities, which required no user interaction, were responsibly reported to Apple by Samuel Groß and Natalie … [Read more...] about Google Researchers Disclose PoCs for 4 Remotely Exploitable iOS Flaws
Critical Flaws Found in VxWorks RTOS That Powers Over 2 Billion Devices
Security researchers have discovered almost a dozen zero-day vulnerabilities in VxWorks, one of the most widely used real-time operating systems (RTOS) for embedded devices that powers over 2 billion devices across aerospace, defense, industrial, medical, automotive, consumer electronics, networking, and other critical industries.According to a new report Armis researchers … [Read more...] about Critical Flaws Found in VxWorks RTOS That Powers Over 2 Billion Devices
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