Tag: security
Critical Linux Kernel Vulnerability Allows Easy Root Access with Minimal Code
A newly discovered Linux kernel flaw enables non-privileged users to gain root access using just 732 bytes of Python code.
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Over 50 Android Apps Found Infected with NoVoice Virus, Downloaded 2.3 Million Times
More than 50 Android apps in Google Play have been found infected with the NoVoice virus, collectively downloaded over 2.3 million times.
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iOS 26.4.1 Update Causes Issues on iPhones Running Telega App
The latest iOS 26.4.1 update reportedly bricks iPhones with the alternative Telegram client Telega installed.
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World by Sam Altman’s Tools for Humanity Expands Human Verification Beyond Crypto to Tinder and More
Tools for Humanity plans to introduce its human verification system, World, into Tinder and other platforms beyond crypto applications.
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EU Age Verification App Fails Public Security Tests
The EU’s age verification app was compromised with minimal effort, exposing weaknesses in its security during public testing.
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Dutch Warship Tracked Using an Ordinary Bluetooth Tracker in Security Experiment
Journalists tracked a Dutch naval vessel’s location for a day using a simple Bluetooth tracker, exposing limits in current military security measures.
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U.S. Government Engages Anthropic for Access to Advanced AI Model Claude Mythos Amid Security Concerns
The U.S. federal government is negotiating with Anthropic for access to the Claude Mythos AI model despite ongoing security-related tensions.
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WhatsApp Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Breach of End-to-End Encryption
WhatsApp, Meta, and Accenture are sued over claims of intercepting private messages, sparking criticism from Elon Musk and Pavel Durov.
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Elon Musk’s Social Network X to Launch Encrypted Messaging App XChat for iOS
Social network X will debut XChat, a new encrypted messaging app for iPhone and iPad with calls and file sharing, available April 17.
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OpenAI Addresses Security Threat Linked to Third-Party Axios Component
OpenAI identified a security risk connected to the Axios component in multiple apps and took steps to secure macOS app certification.
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Suspect Arrested in Attempted Arson at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s Residence in San Francisco
A suspect was detained in San Francisco for allegedly attempting to set fire to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman’s home.
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Supermicro Launches Independent Probe into Nvidia Chip Smuggling Allegations
Supermicro has initiated an independent investigation following U.S. allegations of Nvidia chip smuggling to China involving a company founder.
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