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EU court rules: Google must delete false search engine listings
[English]Alphabet subsidiary Google must remove links from its search engine if requested to do so by users from Europe who can prove that the linked pages contain false information. That's according to a December 8, 2022 ruling by the European … Continue reading
Vulnerabilities in connected cars allow remote access at Honda, Nissan, Infiniti, Acura, etc.
[German]Modern vehicles are equipped with a lot of electronics and software so that they can access various functions as conveniently as possible. However, security researchers have identified serious weaknesses in vehicles from Honda, Nissan, Infiniti and Acura. In the U.S., … Continue reading
Windows 11: Input Experience consumes 20% CPU power in File Explorer
[German]Windows 11 already needs a lot of resources with its "little balconies and optical gimmicks". Especially the so-called "Input Experience" puts a strain on the CPU – I've read about 20% CPU resource consumption in Explorer. But with a small … Continue reading
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Windows: New Defender control features for removable media (like USB sticks)
[German]External USB storage media and USB devices are in daily use, but pose a threat to corporate data. Data can be copied/extradicted too quickly. And there is a risk of malware being introduced via USB sticks or other USB storage … Continue reading
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Encryption solution Boxcryptor purchased from Dropbox
[English]German encryption service Boxcryptor is taken over by Dropbox. New customers are already no longer being accepted – so the service should also be finished as an "encryptor" for cloud uploads.
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Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution
[Sponsored Post]In the rapidly evolving IT world, choosing the right remote desktop software is critical for organizations that value security, ease of use and reliability. One provider of secure remote access that has been on the market since 2001 is ISL Online, which presents some considerations for choosing such software below. More ...
Interpol and Afripol dismantle criminal network structures in Africa
[German]Law enforcement officials from 27 INTERPOL countries have been working together as part of the Africa Cyber Surge Operation to combat cybercrime across the continent. The operation was arguably necessary because of the enormous financial losses suffered by companies, businesses … Continue reading
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Mercedes USA offers "Acceleration increase" package for EQ models only with $1200 annual subscription
[German]Little info tidbits from the world of electric cars. Mercedes is now offering a special feature for its electric models in the EQ series (EQE, EQS) in the US as an annual subscription. And it is an acceleration package that … Continue reading
Chrome 107.0.5304.121/122
[German]Google has released a slew of security updates for Google Chrome in the 107 branch in the stable channel for Mac, Linux and Windows as well as for Android on November 24, 2022. The updates address vulnerabilities that have already … Continue reading
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Microsoft's Action Pack: How satisfied are partners?
[German]Today, a short blog post to ask: How satisfied are you with Microsoft's support as a partner? I have received an information from such a partne, which complains about a "tragedy of Microsoft with regard to the support of its … Continue reading
Windows 11 22H2: Upgrade safeguard blocking for reduced game performance partially lifted
As of November 10, 2022, Microsoft had confirmed a problem with gaming performance under Windows 11 Version 22H2 (see Windows 11 22H2: Game performance issues confirmed by Microsoft). Some games and applications may experience stuttering or similar issues. The cause … Continue reading
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