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Chinese PC-maker Acemagic customized its own machines to get infected with malware

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February 28, 2024 at 11:57PM Acemagic, a Chinese PC maker, confirmed the presence of Bladabindi and Redline malware on some of its mini PCs. The company explained that developers’ adjustments to enhance user experience inadvertently caused the malware. Acemagic will issue refunds for affected machines and offer rebates for disinfecting and future purchases. The alleged … Read more

It’s Cheap to Exploit Software — and That’s a Major Security Problem

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November 1, 2023 at 10:09AM The cost to hack an iPhone ranges from $0 to $65,000 depending on security updates. Exploiting an individual’s iPhone can cost up to $8 million. Apple’s investment in hardening the iPhone has contributed to the higher cost compared to exploiting software like Adobe Acrobat. Big tech companies have spent significant … Read more