PoC: Avast, AVG and Microsoft Defender tricked by "wiper tool" to delete files

Posted on 2022-12-12 by guenni

Sicherheit (Pexels, allgemeine Nutzung)[German]cecurity tools such as virus scanners claim to protect systems from threats. But malfunctions or vulnerabilities can unintentionally expose systems to particular risks. A security researcher recently demonstrated in a proof-of-concept (POC) that anti-malware solutions can be tricked into selectively deleting files on a system. The researcher called this approach "aikido" – derived from the Japanese martial art of using an opponent's attack against the opponent himself.

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Jabra (Engage 75) headsets crash on MS Teams calls (Dec. 2022)

Posted on 2022-12-11 by guenni

Teams[German]A short note for administrators and users who use the Jabra Engage 75 headsets in a corporate environment. There are currently massive problems in connection with Microsoft Teams. The headsets crash as soon as Microsoft Teams calls arrive. However, it looks like there is a workaround. I'm compiling the information I received via a Facebook group – maybe someone else is affected.

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USB-C port for mobile devices mandatory from December 28, 2024 in European Union

Posted on 2022-12-10 by guenni

Paragraph[German]The countdown from when the USB-C port becomes mandatory in European Union for mobile devices as a charging port has begun. The EU has set December 28, 2024 as the start date from which this obligation will apply. This implements a decision by the EU Parliament in October 2022 to introduce the USB-C interface as a common charging port for a wide range of electronic devices.

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EU court rules: Google must delete false search engine listings

Posted on 2022-12-10 by guenni

[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 Court of Justice (ECJ).
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Microsoft Edge: Version 108.0.1462.46; Reactivate Next button; Windows 7/8.1 support ends in version 110

Posted on 2022-12-09 by guenni

Edge[German]Microsoft has just released Edge version 108.0.1462.46. In the Microsoft Edge browser, Microsoft "removed" the "Next" button (Forward button) some time ago (from version 102). But there is a way to reactivate this button. And, if not yet known: Support for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 is removed as of Microsoft Edge version 110.

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Why ISL Online: Critical factors when choosing a remote desktop solution

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Google releases details of CVE-2022-41128 vulnerability in Internet Explorer, exploited by ScarCruft hackers

Posted on 2022-12-09 by guenni

[German]Security researchers at Google Threat Analysis Group (TAG) have published details of a (then 0-Day) vulnerability in Internet Explorer's JavaScript engine that was discovered on October 31, 2022. This 0-Day was probably actively exploited by North Korean hackers to attack targets in South Korea via compromised Word documents. The CVE-2022-41128 vulnerability will be closed with Microsoft's security updates for Windows on November 8, 2022 (Patchday).
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Windows 11 22H2: Secure Boot DBX Update KB5012170 (Dec. 2022)

Posted on 2022-12-09 by guenni

Windows[German]Brief information for users of Windows 11 22H2. Microsoft has distributed the Secure Boot DBX update KB5012170 probably again on December 6/7, 2022 for Windows 11 version 22H2. This update had been released on Patchday, August 9, 2022 to fix issues in Secure Boot DBX. However, this update caused significant problems with Bitlocker for some users, up to systems no longer booting. There may also be problems with the current update.

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Vulnerabilities in connected cars allow remote access at Honda, Nissan, Infiniti, Acura, etc.

Posted on 2022-12-09 by guenni

Sicherheit (Pexels, allgemeine Nutzung)[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., the vehicle number (VIN) visible in the windshield is sufficient to crack such vehicles remotely, open them and then drive off with them.

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Google Chrome version 108.0.5359.98/99 as bug fix update, warning about CVE-2022-4262

Posted on 2022-12-08 by guenni

Chrome[German]Google has updated Google Chrome in the 108 branch in the Stable Channel for Mac, Linux, and Windows, as well as the Extended Stable Channel, as of December 7, 2022. Thanks to reader EP for pointing this out. In addition, security organizations are warning users to update Google Chrome to at least version 108.0.5359.94/.95 as the closed vulnerability is being exploited. Continue reading →

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Windows 11: Input Experience consumes 20% CPU power in File Explorer

Posted on 2022-12-08 by guenni

Windows[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 registry intervention this Input Experience can be deactivated if necessary.

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