In the report, they highlight instances where the threat actor targeted embassies in spear phishing attacks. The hackers, identified as Cloaked Ursa (also known as APT29, Nobelium, or Cozy Bear), were behind the infamous SolarWinds hack. Both Google and Dropbox have taken steps to block the phishing attacks. Hackers Host Malware on Google Drive, Dropbox Unit 42’s report shed light on their observations from two campaigns, the first in May, and the second in June this year....

It is common for attackers to use widely-covered news events to get people to click on malicious emails and links, and cybersecurity firm INKY said it recently received multiple helpdesk emails about curious emails their customers were receiving. INKY customers reported receiving emails that discuss the ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline and ask them to download “ransomware system updates” in order to protect their organization from a similar fate. The malicious links take users to websites with convincing names – ms-sysupdate....

The exploit code for Spring4Shell was posted by a Chinese-speaking developer, which proved that threat actors could trigger RCE (Remote Code Execution) on target systems by leveraging the vulnerability. Security researchers now suspect that Spring4Shell is being exploited in the wild. A Potentially Severe Vulnerability The confusing situation began when a Chinese-speaking developer posted an exploit code for a zero-day software vulnerability in Spring.io’s Spring Core module of the Spring Framework....

Also: I looked at the top smart speakers, and these are unbeatable Figuring out which HomePod is the right one for you isn’t as complicated as it may seem. But if you’re fretting over the decision, we’re here to help. I personally own several HomePod Minis along with the original HomePod – and I have two second-generation HomePods on my desk right now for testing. They’re all fantastic but have clear uses....

We can help. The important thing to remember is that app development is a process. The creative spark inspiring you is important, and the technical know-how involved in doing market research, creating mockups, and publishing the finished product is not as hard as it seems. Read on for our guide on the steps that go into making your first mobile app. Considerations before designing an app Creating an app is a serious investment of time, money, and creative effort....

Backstory So here’s how it happened. My Gmail account has years of accumulated contacts. When I got my latest iPhone, these were downloaded to my device. They were stored on my iPhone in an All Google contacts group (not the iCloud group). My phone was apparently set up so that when I added a new contact, it went into the All Google group instead of the iCloud group. I had no contacts in iCloud....

But then the little things become bigger things, and it becomes too late. For the longest time, McDonald’s has had a little problem: its wonderful ice cream machines don’t always work. Or, more precisely, aren’t always working. Many say they break down too often. Some claim they’re too difficult to clean, so harassed employees simply don’t clean them and shut them down instead. And there’s an app that keeps ribbing McDonald’s about the whole thing....

Before we get started, let’s talk about what the industry considers normal when it comes to cost of ownership. A 2018 Microsoft study states that the “optimal age of PCs is no more than four years old.” I’m replacing machines that were in service from 7.6 years to 9.9 years. How much does a PC cost over its lifetime? Well, that’s a hard number to come up with. I found an old 2011 article on ZDNet that “shows total cost of ownership for a locked and well-managed PC of $2,845 a year....

You can safely access Grindr in Turkey with a VPN. These apps work by hiding your real IP address and assigning you a new one from a country of your choice. This way, you’ll be able to access Grindr from Turkey, as you would from your home country. My team and I tested over 70 VPNs and my top recommendation is ExpressVPN. It has superfast speeds, a large server network, and superior security features to keep you safe online....

If you’ve never had a credit card before or have a severely limited credit history, it can be difficult to find a bank that will give you a shot. And if you have bad credit or poor credit history, your chances of being approved for the credit card you want could be even worse. But with some planning and a little forethought, you can drastically improve your chances of getting approved....

Some scammers are turning to old schemes and adding a twist, while some crooks are coming up with new and convincing ways to steal your money. Keep reading to learn about the latest coronavirus scams and how you can protect yourself falling victim in these uncertain times. Current Coronavirus Scams Like most scams, the coronavirus schemes we’re seeing are targeting people who are scared and in need of help or reassurance....

I always choose a good-quality tempered glass screen protector with a rated hardness of 9 Mohs. Mohs is a scale introduced in 1812 by geologist Friedrich Mohs to compare the hardness of minerals. At position 1 is talc, a soft mineral, while at the top at 10 is diamond, the hardest. The unit is measured by scratching a material with picks of different hardness. This makes Mohs a good way to measure how scratch-resistant a material is....

Also: My 3 must-have Raspberry Pi accessories The other day I covered adding a touchscreen display to a Raspberry Pi, and one question that popped up from this project was related to cooling. Several readers were worried that cramming a Raspberry Pi and a display controller into a plastic case might cause the hard-working Raspberry Pi to warm up excessively, and that I should add some cooling in the form of a heatsink or even a fan....

But sometimes you need to edit a PDF or redo it and you don’t have the original file. Either way, knowing the options available to easily edit a PDF is good for anyone dealing with them. How to edit a PDF There’re many websites that let you edit PDFs online or through downloadable software. Some claim to offer the service for free, others with a subscription. But there are ways to edit a PDF without using potentially dangerous sources....

The most common cause of proxy error M7111-5059 is that the VPN you’re using can’t bypass Netflix’s proxy-blocking technology. This can lead to wasted hours switching servers and refreshing Netflix until you find one that will let you keep watching your show. You seem to be using an unblocker or proxy. Please turn off any of these services and try again. For more help, visit netflix.com/proxy. Error Code: M7111-5059 The easiest fix is to use a more powerful VPN that can consistently break through Netflix’s geo-restrictions....

Overwatch is a massive game. The players, fast-paced action and complex maps take up a huge amount of bandwidth. With the quick pace of fights and sudden escalations of action, your internet connection will struggle to keep up. The biggest dangers in Overwatch are frequent lag spikes and packet losses. Every Overwatch player knows what this means. The game slows down unexpectedly or your commands aren’t picked up quickly enough....

If your personal information was compromised by a data breach, you may be worried about identity theft. But even if you think your personal information is safe, it’s smart to take steps so thieves can’t open accounts in your name. Freezing your credit is an easy step that prevents someone from using your personal information for their financial gain. If you want to apply for new credit or a loan, you can lift the freeze with a PIN or a phone call....

A VPN with Hungarian servers gives you a Hungary IP address to access local content. You also get fast speeds for uninterrupted streaming and a global network of servers to access even more worldwide content. In addition, VPNs provide essential security features to protect your data. After testing 43 services, ExpressVPN is my top choice for accessing Hungarian content. It has fast, reliable Hungarian servers to unblock most regional sites and services....

Using a VPN with servers in Mexico unblocks local online services. That way, you can access regional sites and services from anywhere. Trustworthy VPNs also provide high-level encryption and other critical security tools without noticeably changing your speeds. So you can safely browse, stream, and even game with your Mexican IP. After testing 80+ VPNs with my team, ExpressVPN is my #1 choice to get a Mexican IP address. It has many fast servers in Mexico to stream local shows and movies without buffering....

Out of all 5 methods, the easiest and safest is to use a VPN. It’s a simple app that hides your IP address in 1 click. Plus, it encrypts your connection and doesn’t significantly slow your speeds, like some of the other methods do. ExpressVPN is my top pick. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, too, so you can hide your IP with ExpressVPN risk-free. If you’re not impressed, you can claim a full refund....