Linux Fixes Regression That Broke File Names With ❤️ & Other Special Characters
Linus Torvalds took to reverting some code tonight within the mainline Linux kernel that inadvertently had broken support having filenames with ❤️ and other special Unicode characters in filenames when on file-systems with case-folding (optional ca...
2024-12-11 20:47
New Malware Technique Could Exploit Windows UI Framework to Evade EDR Tools
A newly devised technique leverages a Windows accessibility framework called UI Automation (UIA) to perform a wide range of malicious activities without tipping off endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions. "To exploit this technique, a user mus...
2024-12-11 20:43
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Python in Visual Studio Code – December 2024 Release
The December 2024 release of the Python and Jupyter extensions for Visual Studio Code are now available. This month's updates include a special review of docstring generation features from Pylance, the new Python Environments extension in preview, Pyla...
2024-12-11 20:34
Google unveils Gemini 2.0 AI model for agentic era
Emphasizing a new AI model for the agentic era, Google has introduced Gemini 2.0, which the company calls its most capable model yet. Announced December 11, the Gemini 2.0 Flash experimental model will be available to all Gemini users. Gemini 2.0 is b...
2024-12-11 20:27
OpenZFS 2.2.7 Released With Linux 6.12 Support, Many Fixes
While we are awaiting the release of OpenZFS 2.3 that has been seeing release candidates since early October, OpenZFS 2.2.7 is out today as the newest stable release of this ZFS file-system implementation for Linux and FreeBSD systems...
2024-12-11 20:18
Apple Vision Pro apps get a 5G boost with visionOS 2.2
5G may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Apple Vision Pro. After all, there’s no built-in cellular option. But it turns out iOS 18.2 and visionOS 2.2 introduce a low key 5G enhancement for Apple Vision Pro apps. more…
2024-12-11 20:10
Microsoft MFA AuthQuake Flaw Enabled Unlimited Brute-Force Attempts Without Alerts
Cybersecurity researchers have flagged a "critical" security vulnerability in Microsoft's multi-factor authentication (MFA) implementation that allows an attacker to trivially sidestep the protection and gain unauthorized access to a victim's account. ...
2024-12-11 20:02
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New iOS 18.2 feature will ‘change the way we make music forever,’ says Michael Bublé
iOS 18.2 is now available for iPhone users, and one of its new features is gaining high praise from musical artist Michael Bublé, also known as the king of Christmas. Here’s what’s new in Voice Memos with iOS 18.2. more…
2024-12-11 19:53
An M4 MacBook Air is coming in 2025, but you don’t have to wait for an upgraded model
Mark Gurman has been reporting for months that an M4 MacBook Air is coming in 2025, but you don’t have to wait for an upgraded model. That’s because of a recent upgrade to the existing MacBook line that is arguably more significant than a generatio...
2024-12-11 19:53
Ubisoft quietly adds Steam achievements to Assassin's Creed Black Flag and Unity
The now decade-old Assassin's Creed Unity and Black Flag games have suddenly been updated on Steam to receive achievement support. Read more...
2024-12-11 19:46
Microsoft adds 400 games to its Xbox app on Windows PC, along with this key feature I've wanted for years
A new update for Microsoft's official Xbox app for Windows PC brings hundreds of games, a brand new Home screen, and more.
2024-12-11 19:40
ZLoader Malware Returns With DNS Tunneling to Stealthily Mask C2 Comms
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new version of the ZLoader malware that employs a Domain Name System (DNS) tunnel for command-and-control (C2) communications, indicating that the threat actors are continuing to refine the tool after resurfa...
2024-12-11 19:37
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Fujitsu flaunts massive 144-core Monaka Arm chip — 2nm and 5nm chiplets, 3D-stacked CPU cores over memory
Fujitsu's Monaka is a monstrous processor with four 2nm compute chiplets, 5nm SRAM, and a massive 5nm IO die. This time, without HBM memory.
2024-12-11 19:16
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Outage strikes Meta servers. Company says sorry as Facebook, Instagram go down
Meta has confirmed that its apps like Instagram and Facebook, among others, are down and out at the moment. Read more...
2024-12-11 19:12
Update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to fix these security vulnerabilities
Apple regularly lists resolved vulnerabilities for iPhone, iPad, and Mac after each software update. Right on cue, the company has released an extensive list of which security resolutions are included in today’s iOS 18.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.2 softwa...
2024-12-11 18:59
Genmoji are here in iOS 18.2, your iPhone’s new emoji superpower
iOS 18.2 is now available for iPhone users, bringing one of the most anticipated new Apple Intelligence features: Genmoji. Here’s everything you should know about this new emoji superpower. more…
2024-12-11 18:58
Gemini Deep Research AI tool can delve into complex subjects and create reports for you
Google's Gemini AI now has a new feature called Deep Research, an AI research assistant that can perform online research under the user's supervision. Read more...
2024-12-11 18:46
Microsoft introduces feature that enables file sharing between iPhone and Windows PCs
Microsoft on Wednesday announced a new feature coming soon to Windows that will let users easily share files between an iPhone and a PC, similar to Apple’s AirDrop – which is only available on Apple devices. more…
2024-12-11 18:44
Apple Watch just gained a helpful new feature for inspiring you to stay active
Apple Watch recently learned a new trick for customers who need to take a rest day, week, or month without breaking an Activity streak. watchOS 11 and iOS 18 let users temporarily pause Activity rings, checking off a highly requested customer feature. ...
2024-12-11 18:43
Xbox Insiders can now stream owned games on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One via Cloud Gaming
Microsoft is already expanding the owned games streaming platforms list. Xbox Insiders with Game Pass Ultimate can now try out the feature on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles. Read more...
2024-12-11 18:32