Lawrence Abrams
Author Bio
Lawrence Abrams is the owner and Editor in Chief of BleepingComputer.com. Lawrence’s area of expertise includes Windows, security, malware research, ransomware, and computer forensics. Lawrence Abrams is also a co-author of the Winternals Defragmentation, Recovery, and Administration Field Guide and technical editor for Rootkits for Dummies.
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Mowing down demons: DOOM comes to Husqvarna smart lawnmowers
If you ever wanted to play DOOM on a lawnmower, you will soon have your chance with a new software update coming to Husqvarna's robotic line of lawnmowers this spring.
- February 26, 2024
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Microsoft says it fixed a Windows Metadata server issue that’s still broken
Microsoft claims to have fixed Windows Metadata connection issues which continue to plague customers, causing problems for users trying to manage their printers and other hardware.
- February 15, 2024
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Windows 10 KB5034763 update released with new fixes, changes
Microsoft has released the KB5034763 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2, which includes a small number of changes, including the continued rollout of changes to comply with Europe's Digital Markets Act (DMA).
- February 13, 2024
- 03:22 PM
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Microsoft February 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 2 zero-days, 73 flaws
Today is Microsoft's February 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 73 flaws and two actively exploited zero-days.
- February 13, 2024
- 02:07 PM
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Microsoft tests Windows 11 ‘Super Resolution’ AI-upscaling for gamers
Microsoft is testing a new "Automatic Super Resolution" AI-assisted upscaling feature that increases the video and image quality of supported games while also making them run more smoothly.
- February 12, 2024
- 04:23 PM
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New Fortinet RCE flaw in SSL VPN likely exploited in attacks
Fortinet is warning that a new critical remote code execution vulnerability in FortiOS SSL VPN is potentially being exploited in attacks.
- February 08, 2024
- 06:11 PM
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Hyundai Motor Europe hit by Black Basta ransomware attack
Car maker Hyundai Motor Europe suffered a Black Basta ransomware attack, with the threat actors claiming to have stolen three terabytes of corporate data.
- February 08, 2024
- 03:16 PM
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Fortinet warns of new FortiSIEM RCE bugs in confusing disclosure
Fortinet is warning of two new unpatched patch bypasses for a critical remote code execution vulnerability in FortiSIEM, Fortinet's SIEM solution.
- February 07, 2024
- 07:55 PM
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No, 3 million electric toothbrushes were not used in a DDoS attack
A widely reported story that 3 million electric toothbrushes were hacked with malware to conduct distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks is likely a hypothetical scenario instead of an actual attack.
- February 07, 2024
- 12:21 PM
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Microsoft is bringing the Linux sudo command to Windows Server
Microsoft is bringing the Linux 'sudo' feature to Windows Server 2025, offering a new way for admins to elevate privileges for console applications.
- February 04, 2024
- 12:26 PM
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Clorox says cyberattack caused $49 million in expenses
Clorox has confirmed that a September 2023 cyberattack has so far cost the company $49 million in expenses related to the response to the incident.
- February 03, 2024
- 04:34 PM
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The Week in Ransomware - February 2nd 2024 - No honor among thieves
Attacks on hospitals continued this week, with ransomware operations disrupting patient care as they force organization to respond to cyberattacks.
- February 02, 2024
- 06:33 PM
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AnyDesk says hackers breached its production servers, reset passwords
AnyDesk confirmed today that it suffered a recent cyberattack that allowed hackers to gain access to the company's production systems. BleepingComputer has learned that source code and private code signing keys were stolen during the attack.
- February 02, 2024
- 05:16 PM
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Europcar denies data breach of 50 million users, says data is fake
Car rental company Europcar says it has not suffered a data breach and that shared customer data is fake after a threat actor claimed to be selling the personal info of 50 million customers.
- January 31, 2024
- 02:25 PM
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Energy giant Schneider Electric hit by Cactus ransomware attack
Energy management and automation giant Schneider Electric suffered a Cactus ransomware attack leading to the theft of corporate data, according to people familiar with the matter.
- January 29, 2024
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