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Category Archives: Security
Thunderbird 78.3.1 released
[German]The developers of the e-mail client Thunderbird released version 78.3.1 of the e-mail client on September 25, 2020. This is a maintenance update for the 78 main version of the e-mail client, which contains a fix for crashes. There is … Continue reading
Security patches for Cisco IOS and IOS XE (Sept. 2020)
[German]Cisco has released critical security updates for its IOS and IOS XE network operating systems. The updates close a total of 24 critical vulnerabilities in the products. It should therefore be patched promptly.
Windows 7-10: WSUS must support https soon
[German]Today a note to the administrators among my blog readers who use Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) to manage client updates. Microsoft demands that clients will soon have to communicate with WSUS via https – the September 2020 updates have … Continue reading
Instagram app hacked by images with malware
[German]Security researchers at Check Point have succeeded in attacking the Instagram app on smartphones by successfully posting malware-infected images. This allowed the theft of account credentials and mobile device monitoring. The vulnerability has now been fixed.
Zerologon Exploits are used in the wild, patching (Windows Server, Samba) recommended
[German]I bring up the Zerologon vulnerability issue again. Microsoft warns that attackers actively use the Windows Server Zerologon exploits for attacks. Windows Server administrators should urgently install the necessary security updates. But Samba servers are also vulnerable. Here is some … Continue reading
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 ...
Edge 85.0.564.63 Security Update
[German]Microsoft has updated the Chromium Edge Browser to version 85.0.564.63 as of September 23, 2020. This version fixes a number of critical vulnerabilities. The browser is based on Chromium version 85.0.4183.121 and should update automatically. According to ADV200002, the browser … Continue reading
Strava expose private data to nearby users, check your privacy settings
[German]Incorrect settings can cause the popular Strava running and cycling app (and service) to make the user's information available to third parties nearby. For privacy reasons you should take a closer look at this and check your settings.
Tor Browser 10 released
[German]The developers of the Tor bundle have released Tor Browser 10 as a bundle on September 22, 2020. I just got the update delivered automatically.
Microsoft's new designed 'Security Update Guide'
[German]Microsoft has re-designed it's page informing about all security updates released. The page is for IT professionals and users who are searching details about security updates from Microsoft.
Operation DisrupTor: 179 Dark Net actors arrested
[German]In a coordinated opration, international law enforcement agencies led by the German Federal Criminal Police (BKA) have arrested 179 persons involved in the purchase and sale of illegal goods and services in the Dark Net all over the world. The … Continue reading