Tag: Business
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Microsoft restricted malicious macros, but cybercriminals discovered a loophole
Following Microsoft’s macro crackdown, hackers are exploring new techniques to spread malware. It was just a matter of time until hackers devised a new technique, now that macros in downloaded Microsoft Office files are officially dead. According to cybersecurity specialists at Proofpoint, they’ve discovered three new ways to trick people into downloading malware. The company’s…
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Gmail arrived with a significant feature and a makeover
Welcome, Gmail with a new and improved look. Google has announced that it will begin rolling out its new Gmail interface to all account users. Initially, the new email interface has been provided on an opt-in basis to a subset of Gmail users. However, for those who have Google Chat enabled, the switch will occur…
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Look out for PayPal’s email money-laundering ploy
If you are receiving invoices from PayPal, make certain it is not a hoax. The fundamental question for hackers involved in phishing is how they get the infected email past email security protocols placed by account holders. After all, the majority of email service providers are adept at detecting and filtering spam and phishing emails.…
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With Microsoft 365 update use your Office programs in an entirely new way
Microsoft 365 tools such as Outlook and Word are getting Dictation enhancements. The new Microsoft Office 365 update is aimed at voice dictation. It will make some of the most popular Microsoft 365 products even more engaging. Microsoft officially announced that the software giant is working on improving the Office Dictation feature. It allows users…
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A major security error can be prevented with the latest Chrome update
Google Chrome introduced a feature to check the strength of your passwords. Having strong passwords has been conventional security advice for some time. Luckily for Google Chrome users, the latest upgrade looks to take it a step further. According to reports, the browser is working on a new feature that would quickly indicate if your…
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Microsoft Teams recent update has potentially solved some major video conferencing challenges
Finally, Microsoft Teams has now better control over the camera. Microsoft is solving one of the most irritating aspects of video conferences for Teams users. The software giant has revealed that it is working on a new version that will make it easier for customers to turn on or off their cameras during the call. …
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Something sketchy is going on with Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft screws up security notifications in Outlook Suspicious notification emails have suddenly arrived in Microsoft Outlook users’ inboxes, but it turns out that it’s all Microsoft’s fault. Several Outlook customers have flocked to Microsoft’s support forums, as well as several newspapers this week to complain about “strange sign-in behavior” on their email accounts. They were…
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Google has issued a warning about ‘hermit malware’ infecting Android and iOS devices
Google has discovered victims in both Italy and Kazakhstan. Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) issued a study on spyware operations targeting Android and iOS users. The company’s doing so in an attempt of tracking the actions of commercial spyware suppliers. Google TAG details the use of Hermit as commercial-grade spyware. Attackers can use this sophisticated…
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SMS scams: New Australian law dictates mobile companies to be fined up to $250,000
As per the new law scam, messages should be traced, identified, and blocked. The information of senders will be shared with authorities to take apt action. Failure to comply with the new law to prevent scam SMS communications could cause fines of up to $250,000 for mobile service providers. The Australian Communications and Media Authority…