#TechUpdates

About the security content of macOS Ventura 13.7.1 – Apple Support

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October 28, 2024 at 12:06PM On October 28, 2024, an update for macOS Ventura 13.7.1 was released addressing multiple security vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-44255, CVE-2024-44270, etc.). Improvements included better validation and checks to prevent unauthorized access, data leaks, memory corruption, and file system modifications, enhancing overall system security for users. **Meeting Takeaways: Security Updates for macOS Ventura … Read more

About the security content of iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1 – Apple Support

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October 28, 2024 at 12:00PM An update for iOS 17.7.1 and iPadOS 17.7.1 addresses multiple vulnerabilities affecting various iPhone and iPad models. Issues include improved authentication, checks against unauthorized data access, and prevention of sensitive information disclosure and denial of service. Users are encouraged to update their devices. Release date: October 28, 2024. ### Meeting … Read more

In Other News: CVE Turns 25, Henry Schein Data Breach, Reward for Shahid Hemmat Hackers

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October 25, 2024 at 10:33AM The CVE Program marks its 25th anniversary amid recent security issues, including a ransomware attack affecting 160,000 users at Henry Schein. The U.S. government is offering rewards for information on the Shahid Hemmat hackers. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **CVE Program Anniversary:** The CVE Program is celebrating its 25th anniversary. 2. … Read more

AWS Cloud Development Kit flaw exposed accounts to full takeover

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October 24, 2024 at 06:42PM Amazon Web Services resolved a critical vulnerability in its Cloud Development Kit (CDK), which allowed potential account hijacking through predictable S3 bucket names. Discovered by Aqua, the flaw affected about 1% of users. AWS has implemented changes in version v2.149.0 to enhance security, requiring user action for older versions. **Meeting … Read more

Windows 11 24H2 KB5044384 update fixes sfc /scannow corrupt file errors

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October 24, 2024 at 04:51PM Microsoft has released the optional KB5044384 update for Windows 11 24H2, introducing 24 changes, including fixes for the sfc /scannow command and various enhancements. Available for manual download, it rolls out gradually to users. Notable updates include new notification controls, a Gamepad keyboard layout, and updated accessibility features. ### Meeting … Read more

In Other News: China Making Big Claims, ConfusedPilot AI Attack, Microsoft Security Log Issues

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October 18, 2024 at 08:47AM China claims to have made advances in encryption cracking and identifying Intel backdoors. Additionally, there are reports on the ConfusedPilot AI attack and Microsoft losing security logs, highlighting significant cybersecurity concerns. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **China’s Claims**: There are significant developments regarding China’s assertions about their capabilities in encryption cracking and … Read more

Microsoft Patches Vulnerabilities in Power Platform, Imagine Cup Site

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October 16, 2024 at 08:34AM Microsoft has addressed critical vulnerabilities related to privilege escalation and information disclosure in its Power Platform, Dataverse, and the Imagine Cup website, ensuring enhanced security. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. Microsoft has addressed and patched critical vulnerabilities that could lead to privilege escalation and information disclosure. 2. The affected platforms include: – … Read more

About the security content of macOS Ventura 13.6.7 – Apple Support

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October 15, 2024 at 02:21PM Apple released updates for macOS Ventura 13.6.7 on May 13, 2024, addressing various security vulnerabilities, including arbitrary code execution, privilege escalation, and sensitive data access issues through improved checks and validations. Multiple CVEs are listed, highlighting the importance of system updates to mitigate potential threats. ### Meeting Notes Summary **Apple … Read more

About the security content of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 – Apple Support

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October 15, 2024 at 01:28PM Apple released iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 on September 16, 2024, addressing multiple security vulnerabilities. Updates are available for iPhone XS and later, various iPad models, mitigating risks like unauthorized device control, data access, and denial-of-service. Improved state management and validations were key to the fixes. **Meeting Takeaways: Security Content … Read more

Google warns uBlock Origin and other extensions may be disabled soon

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October 13, 2024 at 06:20PM Google’s Chrome Web Store warns that the uBlock Origin ad blocker may soon be blocked due to the deprecation of the Manifest V2 extension specification in favor of Manifest V3. Users are encouraged to switch to compatible alternatives, as advanced functionality may be limited with new versions. Manifest V2 will … Read more