Two critical security flaws in Cisco Smart Licensing Utility have seen active exploitation attempts, according to SANS Internet Storm Center. The vulnerabilities, listed as CVE-2024-20439 and CVE-2024-20440, carry a CVSS score of 9.8 and are rated critically. The first vulnerability (CVE-2024-20439) involves an undocumented static user credential for an administrative account, which can be exploited … Read more
London — A fire at a nearby electrical substation has forced London’s Heathrow Airport to shut down for the day, affecting an estimated 200,000 travelers. The incident marks the latest disruption to international air travel. According to OAG, which tracks global flight data, the world’s busiest airports in March 2025 are as follows: 1. Atlanta … Read more
ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has retracted his earlier statement that Bronny James, the son of Lakers superstar LeBron James, doesn’t belong in the NBA as a rookie. After Bronny’s impressive 17-point performance against the Milwaukee Bucks, Smith admitted he might have been wrong about his initial assessment. Smith had previously expressed concerns that Bronny … Read more
Dairy Queen has announced its summer menu, featuring two new Blizzard flavors and three returning fan-favorite options. The new Mixing Bowl Mashup Blizzard combines brownie batter and cookie dough pieces with soft serve, while the Dipped Strawberry Cheesecake Blizzard features real cheesecake, chocolate chunks, and strawberry topping. The chain is also bringing back the Confetti … Read more
StubHub, a leading ticket resale marketplace, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange. The company’s move comes as investors gauge their sentiment towards the live events industry. The filing also sheds light on StubHub’s financial performance. In 2024, the company reported a $2.8 million loss on revenue of … Read more
New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston’s two-year, $8 million contract deal makes him the lowest-paid starting quarterback in the NFL, outside of rookies under rookie contracts. The base salary suggests a “bridge” quarterback role. If the Giants decide to take a quarterback early, Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders could be their top pick, possibly at No. 3 … Read more
Ferrari has delivered a performance warning after Lewis Hamilton secured the surprise sprint pole in China. The Italian team’s cautious approach comes despite an impressive display from their driver, who overcame initial struggles to secure top spot. McLaren had been considered favorites for the sprint pole but ultimately fell short. However, Ferrari’s resurgence shows promise … Read more
Cisco’s Smart Licensing Utility has been targeted by hackers despite being patched half a year ago. The two critical vulnerabilities, CVE-2024-20439 and CVE-2024-20440, can allow attackers to collect sensitive information or manage services on a system running the software. According to Johannes Ullrich of SANS Technology Institute, hackers are attempting to exploit these vulnerabilities using … Read more
Carnival Corporation’s (CCL) first-quarter earnings report is expected on March 21. The company’s stock has surged 24.9% over the past year, driven by strong consumer demand and effective pricing strategies. Analysts predict a significant beat in earnings per share, with $40.02 expected compared to a loss of $0.14 last quarter. Revenues are also anticipated to … Read more
NBCUniversal has kicked off a massive marketing campaign for the upcoming release of “Wicked” on its streaming platform, Peacock. The film, based on the hit Broadway musical, is premiering on March 21 and will be part of NBCU’s “Wicked Week,” which includes exclusive content, character avatars, and genre-specific playlists. The marketing team has also created … Read more