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Okta: Vulnerability in Verify gives attackers access to passwords

Attackers can exploit a vulnerability in the Windows agent in Okta's Verify device access control software to steal passwords.

Computer scientists: Germany falls into the data trap in the Microsoft cloud

More and more authorities want to use the Microsoft cloud, says the German Informatics Society. Germany is in danger of ending up "in Microsoft's golden cage".

VMware makes a splash: KVM instead of proprietary hypervisor

Anyone using VMware on Linux will be able to use KVM as a hypervisor in future. However, there are not yet many details about the change.

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HPE Aruba plugs code-smuggling loopholes in access points

Firmware updates for HPE Aruba access points patch several critical vulnerabilities that allow attackers to inject malicious code.

Mac Studio, Mac Pro, MacBook Air: When are the M4 versions coming?

Apple has started the transition to faster SoCs, but has so far left three model series out. It could be a while before that changes.

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Microsoft releases Windows Server 2025

The first details of the new server were revealed at the beginning of the year, and now Microsoft has released it: Windows Server 2025 is here.

New "Where is?" feature from Apple: share location data with the airline

Many passengers now attach AirTags to their suitcases so they can be found if they are lost. Apple has realized this and will soon offer a special function.

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Missing link: How a company lost control in a cyberattack

Apple optimizes iPhone mirroring on the Mac – but not in the EU

England: Child porn verdict also for deepfake images

Cyber attack on pharmaceutical distributor AEP

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Tried out the first Thunderbolt 5 SSD

OWC markets its Thunderbolt 5 SSD for Apple's new MacBook Pros. We tested it in advance with a Schenker notebook.

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TypeScript conquers the command line: The end of Bash?

Creating a CLI application with TypeScript – what sounds like a crazy idea at first, in practice offers advantages over classic bash scripts.

Fedora 41: Package manager picks up the pace

Version 41 of Fedora makes the package manager DNF 5 the standard. A new Wayland desktop appears among the Fedora variants.

Global mobile satellite communication: SpaceX fails and calls for exemption

Satellite systems will soon fill all of the world's mobile network gaps. Yet Elon Musk's Starlink service will deliver the promised speed at the cost of others.

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Boeing ends strike: 44 percent pay rise for 33,000 employees

After 53 days of strike action, work resumes at Boeing. The strikers vote for 13 percent more pay immediately, 44 percent more over 4 years.

Raspi SSD: Fast in the Raspberry Pi 5, but still too expensive

The Raspi manufacturer has sent out the first samples of its own SSD for the Raspi's PCIe interface. We put the 256 GByte model to the test.

iOS 18.2: More testers get Image Playground, preparation for better Siri

With beta 2 of iOS 18.2, Apple is being less stingy with the release of its image generators. Siri with "Onscreen Awareness" is also being prepared.

Nikon Z50II: All-round APS-C camera with fast processor presented

As an all-round camera, the Z50II is designed to support budding content creators with its powerful Expeed 7 processor and creative functions.

Insulting politicians online: Number of followers irrelevant

Calling a politician a "stupid bitch" on Facebook is a punishable offense. No matter how many followers the perpetrator has, says a recent ruling.

DORA-Compliance: So stärken Sie Ihre digitale Widerstandsfähigkeit!

Wie können Unternehmen die Anforderungen von DORA erfüllen? Im Live-Webcast am 7.11.2024 um 11 Uhr stellen wir Ihnen einen dreistufigen Ansatz vor, mit dem Sie die Sicherheit Ihres Unternehmens verbessern.

German government launches law to increase battery collection

According to a government plan, consumers will also be able to return used batteries from e-bikes or e-scooters to municipal recycling centers in the future.

Modern Solution: Court of Appeal confirms guilt of security researcher

On appeal by the programmer who uncovered a security vulnerability in software from Modern Solution, the regional court confirmed the penalty order.

Mozilla cuts 30 percent of its workforce

The drying up of the main source of income, Google, has resulted in further restructuring at Mozilla. This time, two departments are being closed.

Study: AI camera helps doctors avoid medication errors

In future, AI glasses will detect and prevent medication mix-ups in hospitals.

Microsoft products: 2025 threatens a brutal wave of migration for SMEs

In 2025, many popular Microsoft products will no longer be supported, including the Office versions still most widely used by German SMEs.

Big tech and the future of energy: nuclear power vs. nuclear fusion

Big Tech plans nuclear power plants for AI. Nuclear fusion is considered a clean alternative, but its realization is complex and still difficult to estimate.

The latest in Security

Cyber gang demands baguettes after data theft at Schneider Electric

Viruses camouflage themselves with hats and sunglasses

CRON#TRAP: Emulated Linux environment as backdoor after phishing attack

Synology fixes further critical Pwn2Own vulnerabilities

Veritas Netbackup: Rights extension in Windows possible

Android patch day: Updates plug two security vulnerabilities under attack

The latest in Apple – iPhone, iPod, Mac & Co.

ChatGPT-Upgrade-Info in iOS 18.2 Beta 2.

ChatGPT in Apple Intelligence: OpenAI limits requests, promotes Plus upgrade

DMA violation: EU plans heavy fine against Apple

visionOS 2.2: Wide and panoramic image for virtual Mac coming

Smart glasses: Apple is reportedly working on an internal user study

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Analog protection: Federal Cabinet launches Kritis umbrella law

The Federal Cabinet has launched the Kritis umbrella law. It is the analogous counterpart to the NIS2 Cybersecurity Directive.

The next Mercedes CLA: electric car to charge very quickly

Sales of the next CLA will start in 2025, presumably including its offshoots. The electric car can charge very quickly and has a new infotainment system.

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Learning app and co. to inspire trainees for the nursing profession.

We spoke to the head of a nursing school in Berlin about how nursing students should also be trained via a learning platform.

DIEM: Digital emblems for network resources of aid organizations

The International Red Cross also wants to protect its digital resources with a label. An IETF working group plans to start work soon.

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Deepfake or not? McAfee makes it clear by the sound

According to McAfee, AI deepfakes are the next big threat. A new tool from the provider should now be able to check videos automatically and in the background.

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GEMA's AI charter: creative, human performance is the basis of AI

GEMA has drawn up an AI charter to clarify the ethical and legal principles of generative AI.

Future EU Transport Commissioner backs e-mobility and end of combustion engines

According to an EU Parliament ritual, proposed Commissioners are first "grilled". Here, the future Transport Commissioner declared his support for e-mobility.

AI-based rescue system can save people from drowning

Artificial intelligence and autonomous lifeboats should be able to replace lifeguards. The system's response time should be short.

PlayStation 5 Pro for 800 euros: The price of good taste

The PS5 Pro delivers more pixels and more FPS. If you want an optimal gaming experience, you have to be able to live with the high price, says Daniel Herbig.

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EU Council agrees on e-invoicing and real-time VAT reporting

After almost two years of negotiations, the Council of Ministers has agreed on a package to reform the VAT system, which is linked to e-billing.

Action-packed shooter with unusual graphics: Forgive me Father 2 is ready

Colorful comic graphics, dark atmosphere: "Forgive me Father 2" has left Early Access. c't zockt has played the first-person horror shooter.

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The latest in Artificial Intelligence

NYT strike: Perplexity CEO offers support to publisher

Age verification: how Meta wants to recognize lying teenagers

Nvidia's H100 arrives in German retail stores

Google and Greynoise report success in AI-supported vulnerability search

AI definition: accusations against the open source initiative

The latest in Cars & Mobility

Honda builds V3 engine with electric supercharger

Level 4 autonomous driving: sleeping at the wheel allowed

Electric car presentation Suzuki e-Vitara: with all-wheel drive on request

Electric car: Hyundai Inster Long Range compact car with plenty of space

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One out of five stars: Does not want to rate call centers, but management

Hotline employees are often asked to rate callers after a call. This is actually a misguided approach, says Gregor Honsel.

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Amazon deploys new MK30 delivery drone in Arizona

Amazon's drone delivery service in Lockeford is history, now the Phoenix metro area is being redeveloped. Amazon's latest delivery drone is about to be deployed.

Ein Best Practice KI-Toolkit für den “Cybersecurity Awareness Month”

Kostenlose SANS-Ressourcen für einen sicheren und verantwortungsvollen Umgang mit künstlicher Intelligenz (KI).

First wooden satellite reaches the International Space Station

The first wooden satellite "LignoSat" was successfully launched to the ISS to test the possible uses of wood in space travel.

Manipulated images and disinformation: WhatsApp tests reverse image search

A beta version allows Google's reverse image search directly in WhatsApp. This allows manipulated images and disinformation to be detected more quickly.

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Tax fraud and illegal employment? Raids on Netflix

Tax investigators in Amsterdam and Paris coordinated forces and searched Netflix offices in Paris and Amsterdam on Tuesday. Where do the billions belong?

RoBoa: Up to 100 m long robot snake for disasters and inspections

The robot snake RoBoa from ETH Zurich is designed to save human lives. It is pursuing an unusual locomotion concept.

Habeck draft: Smart meters should initially be mandatory for fewer households

A draft reform of the Energy Industry Act would make the installation of smart meters voluntary in many cases. There is criticism from the business community.

Deutsche Telekom tests Bitcoin mining with surplus solar power

Solar power is not always generated when it is needed. A Deutsche Telekom subsidiary is working with partners to test whether it can be used to mine bitcoins.

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AI in healthcare: "Hardly any data set is free from bias"

A solid database is of great importance for AI training, especially in the healthcare sector. Theresa Ahrens explains in an interview what is still lacking.