[English]A leaked document reveals that a subsidiary of the Avast antivirus manufacturer sold user data (searches, clicks, purchases, etc.) collected by its software to customers.
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Leak revealed: Avast user data was sold
Undermined privacy: How Apps spy on us legally
[German]It is actually known to informed people: Apps on smartphones are data sink holes collecting data – and data brokers are busy to get in touch with this collected data.
Free Software Foundation demands release of Windows 7
[German]After the official end of support for Windows 7 Service Pack 1 on January 14, 2020, the Free Software Foundation (FSF) requires Microsoft to make the operating system available as free software.
Windows 7: Bug fix for black desktop promised for all
[German]Microsoft provides an U turn in terms of the bug fix for the black desktop background in Windows 7. Redmond has updates a few hours ago the support article about security update KB4534310. While it previously stated, that a fix will come for ESU customers, Microsoft is saying now, a fix is now coming for all users.
Group Policy Templates and Tools for Office
[German]Does anyone need the administrative Group Policy Templates (ADMX/ADML) and the Office Customization Tool for Office 365 ProPlus, Office 2019, and Office 2016)?
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 ...
Detect insecure LDAP bindings before March 2020
[German]A short tip for Windows administrators. Until March 2020 you have to make sure that access to domain controllers is only possible via secure LDAP bindings. Four commands can help identify shaky systems.
Reading stuff: Insights to facial recognition
[German]Facial recognition technologies are currently under discussion. As a Sunday reading tip I have a background article with some insights on face recognition technology.
Windows 7 Update KB4534310: Black Desktop Bug confirmed
[German]Microsoft has confirmed the bug that is caused by the KB4534310 update in Windows 7 SP1 that may cause a black desktop background. A fix will only be available for users in the ESU program. Addendum: The reference to a fix for ESU customes disappeared from the Microsoft KB article shortly after I published this blog post.
Windows 10: Installation issues with Update KB4528760 due to missing Connect-App?
[German]Cumulative update KB4528760 for Windows 10 version 190x causes installation problems for some users. It is believed that uninstalling the Connect app included with Windows 10 may be the cause.
Issues with Trend Micro WFBS 10.0 SP1: Patch Build 2185?
[German]A brief question to users of Trend Micro WFBS 10.0 SP1: Patch Build 2185: Have you experienced issues updating definition (pattern) files since the patch was installed?