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All iPhones, iPads and Macs Affected by 2 Major Bugs – Meltdown and Spectre

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Two major security flaws which are present in nearly all modern processors / microchips mean that most computerised devices are potentially vulnerable to attack, including all iPhones, iPads and Macs. What Security Flaws? The 2 hardware bugs / flaws in nearly all computer processors made in the last 20 years are known as ‘Meltdown’ and […]

‘Ripple’ Takes Second Place To Bitcoin

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As investors look for alternatives to the volatile bitcoin bubble, crypto-currency Ripple has become the second most valuable virtual cash system, followed by ethereum and litecoin. Bitcoin Bubble Fear Means Ripple Looks Attractive The media has been full of reports about the steep and rapid rise in the value of the blockchain-powered crypto-currency. From a […]

Dodgy Apps in Google Play

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Security researchers have discovered 36 fake and malicious apps for Android that can harvest your data and track your location, masquerading as security tools in the trusted Google Play Store. Hidden The 36 malicious apps were, on the surface, the kind of security apps that are commonly downloaded by (Android) smartphone users to protect their […]

Cloud Companies The Next Big Target For Ransomware

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The latest Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Review has predicted that ransomware targeting cloud services will be one of the biggest cyber-crime threats of this year. What Is Ransomware? Ransomware is a form of malware that typically encrypts important files on the victim’s computer. The victim is then given a ransom demand, the payment of […]