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Image: Getty / 5m3photos Victims of a recently uncovered form of ransomware are being warned not to pay the ransom demand, simply because the ransomware isn’t able to decrypt files – it just destroys them instead. Coded in Python, Cryptonite ransomware first appeared in October as part of a free-to-download open-source toolkit – available to […] More
Tech Specs: Resolution: 2048 x 1536 | Aspect ratio: 3:4 | Weather-resistance: IP65If you want constant awareness of your home’s surroundings, the Wyze Video Doorbell + Chime may be the perfect fit for you. With instant notifications, you can check the camera every time you have a visitor. The camera records a live stream you can access any time, all in 1080p HP video with a 3:4 aspect ratio. You’ll also receive other Wyze perks, like motion detection, video recording, and smart alerts. Plus, with the Chime doorbell, you can personalize your home with different ringtones. More
Image: Getty/damircudic Google has released a security update for for Chrome which protects users against a newly discovered, high severity vulnerability in the browser which it’s warned is already actively being exploited by cyber attackers. The Stable Channel Update for Google Chrome on desktop is for Windows, Mac and Linux versions of the browser. It’s […] More
Image: Getty A prolific ransomware gang has hit over 100 organizations around the world and claimed over $60 million in ransom payments, a security warning from CISA and the FBI has warned. The newly-released joint cybersecurity advisory warns there’s been a sharp increase in both the number of organizations targeted by the Cuba ransomware group […] More
Image: Getty/gilaxia One year ago, a newly discovered zero-day vulnerability rocked the world of cybersecurity, but 12 months on, there are clear signs that vital lessons haven’t been learned. The catchily-titled CVE-2021-44228 was and still is an easy to exploit vulnerability in the widely used Java logging library Apache Log4j, which enables attackers to remotely gain […] More
Pros Great video quality No subscription fees Face recognition Anti-theft detection Completely wireless Cons Expensive Had to unpair and repair old Eufy Security devices Privacy concerns Not directly compatible with HomeKitEufy Security has attracted attention in the security camera world recently for cybersecurity flaws, with some users saying Eufy has misled consumers by uploading local-only data to cloud servers without user knowledge, and pointing out holes in video data security that enable remote access to Eufy cameras’ livestreams using VLC player.These claims come with unfortunate timing as the Chinese technology company just launched a series of security devices to end the year. The price, though steep, is worth it. More
[embedded content]After a two-year hiatus, I recently started traveling for work again. It’s been nice to get back out on the road, see different parts of the country, and see all of the people I hadn’t seen in, literally, years. Featured reviews But prior to my first trip, I felt like I had almost forgotten what to take with me on a trip. Also: The 5 best travel tech gadgetsWhich cables and wall adapters? What about a laptop or iPad? What about a device to keep me entertained on long flights or while killing time in a hotel? So many decisions. After three trips to New York over the course of six weeks, here are five devices that have been a staple in my backpack now that I’m traveling again. Apple MacBook Air (M2) More
JLStock/Shutterstock ZDNET Recommends My day started rough. It was 7 a.m., and I was just partially through my first cup of coffee, when I noticed a new message in my email inbox. It was from PayPal and the subject line said, “You’ve got a money request.” And so began my first look at this three-pronged […] More
