Microsoft has created new ISO files of Windows 7 SP1 (Build 7601.24214.180801) and offers them for download. They are 64-bit versions of Home Premium, Professional and Ultimate.
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Google Chrome 72.0.3626.109
Google's developers have released an update for the Google Chrome 72 browser. This new version 72.0.3626.109 for Windows, Mac and Linux will be introduced in the next days/weeks. Details about the changes can be found in the log. (Thx @PhantomofMobile)
Tor Browser 8.0.6 released
On February 12, 2019, the developers released Tor Browser 8.0.6. This is a maintenance update that updates Firefox 60.5.0esr and several other components.
USB cable with Wi-Fi allows hacking PCs
A security researcher has managed to implant a WiFi chip into a USB cable so that this cable is suitable for attacking systems with macOS, Linux, Windows or other operating systems.
Security updates for Android and iOS – a comparison
As an owner of an Android or iOS mobile device, you get a certain amount of security updates. If you are questions which platform is better suited for security patches, here's a small overview might help you.
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 ...
Firefox ESR 60.5.1 and 65.0.1 released
On February 12, 2019, the Mozilla's developers released a maintenance update to Firefox ESR 60.5.1. This fixes the vulnerabilities described in the document Security vulnerabilities fixed in Firefox ESR 60.5.1. For Firefox 65.0.1, the vulnerabilities described in the Security vulnerabilities fixed in Firefox 65.0.1 document in Firefox 65.0.1 are closed.
Sophos UTM 9.601-5 available as soft release
Sophos has released version 9.601-5 of its Unified Threat Management solution. This is a maintenance update that is quoted as 'soft release'. The update fixes a total of four vulnerabilities. Thorsten Sult has published some details about this update within his German blog. He recommends to wait with the installation until this update is released for productive use.
Microsoft reports DNS issues as solved (Feb. 11, 2019)
[German]Microsoft believes that the DNS issues that caused failures at various services, including Windows Update, in January/February 2019 have now been finally fixed. Meanwhile all Microsoft services should be usable again.
Microsoft analysis: 0-day vulnerabilities the biggest risk
[German]The biggest risks for computer systems are 0-day vulnerabilities, and not deferred updates. And 0-day vulnerabilities are targeted by cyber criminals. That's the result of a Microsoft security analysis.
Microsoft will make Office Pro Plus GDPR compliant
[German]If the reports are true, Microsoft is planning to update Office Pro Plus so that it meets the DSGVO requirements. Here is some information about the background of this move.