Microsoft has revealed that a security flaw in the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) was exploited to launch targeted ransomware attacks. The vulnerability, CVE-2025-29824, is a privilege escalation bug that could be used to achieve SYSTEM privileges. The attackers targeted organizations in various sectors, including information technology, real estate, finance, and retail. They used … Read more
The Social Security Administration has updated its policies on new anti-fraud measures for benefit claims, which will go into effect on Monday. Under the changes, more beneficiaries can apply by telephone, but those flagged for potential fraud risks will be required to visit an agency office in person. The SSA now allows all claim types, … Read more
The stage is set for a thrilling matchup at UFC 314, with former Bellator lightweight champion Michael Chandler facing off against rising star Paddy Pimblett in the co-main event. The contrast between these two fighters couldn’t be more stark – Chandler, 38, has been in the fight game since 2010, while Pimblett, 30, has been … Read more
Israel is planning to incorporate the southern Gaza city of Rafah and its surrounding neighborhoods into a buffer zone along its border, according to Haaretz. The Israeli military has been establishing this zone as part of efforts to prevent Hamas militants from launching attacks from Gaza. The proposed inclusion of Rafah would cover one-fifth of … Read more
Prince Harry, 40, returned to a London courtroom on April 9 for the second day of his appeal hearing regarding his security in the UK. The Duke of Sussex is appealing the 2020 decision to strip him of automatic security following his and Meghan Markle’s decision to step back from royal duties. During the court … Read more
Microsoft has announced its next Xbox Games Showcase livestream, set to take place on June 8th at 1PM ET. The event will feature upcoming titles from the company’s first-party studios and new releases from third-party partners globally. Following the showcase, a second stream focusing solely on The Outer Worlds 2 is planned for later in … Read more
Samsung has introduced a new premium TV model called Frame Pro, which is part of its art-focused Frame series. The company also refreshed its original Frame TV and plans to expand its Art Store to select QLED models in 2025. The Frame Pro TV features an Anti-Reflection with Matte Display, designed to reduce distracting reflections … Read more
Google’s search algorithm has been hit with a massive influx of requests, resulting in a “429 Too Many Requests” error for many websites. This technical issue is caused by an excessive number of requests being made to Google’s servers. The error message indicates that the website has exceeded its quota of requests per day, preventing … Read more
Nvidia’s stock price surged 18.72% on Wednesday due to the introduction of new tariffs. The move has attracted investors like portfolio manager Cathie Wood, who is buying up shares in the chip maker. As a result of the tariffs, some are seeing an opportunity to buy Nvidia’s stock at a lower price. Source: https://www.barrons.com/articles/nvidia-stock-price-chips-tariffs-cathie-wood-61b502e1
The US government has reversed new cuts in emergency food aid for several countries, including Somalia, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Ecuador. However, funding will continue to be suspended for Afghanistan and Yemen, two of the world’s poorest nations. According to the State Department, the decision was made after intense lobbying from senior UN officials … Read more