Microsoft phishing attacks have reached unprecedented levels, with new research confirming that credential theft targeting major technology brands now exceeds 50% of all phishing campaigns. Check Point’s latest …
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Microsoft Outlook Update Warning: Critical Issues Affect All Users
by Penelope Iroko 4 minutes readA Microsoft Outlook update warning has prompted urgent action following critical failures caused by Windows updates released on January 13, 2026. The email platform experienced major disruptions after …
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Microsoft Windows Update January 2026 Breaks PCs For Millions
by Penelope Iroko 3 minutes readMicrosoft Windows Update failures have disrupted January 2026 for millions of PC users worldwide. The mandatory security patches triggered widespread technical problems, including frozen applications, shutdown failures, and …
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How To Change Gmail Address: Google’s New 2026 Feature Guide
by Penelope Iroko 6 minutes readGoogle’s decision to let users change Gmail addresses for the first time in 20 years introduces both enhanced security flexibility and new phishing risks. Gmail now permits users …
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The Value Of The Virtual CISO In Today’s Threat Landscape
by Penelope Iroko 5 minutes readVirtual CISO services have emerged as a critical solution for organizations lacking access to executive-level cybersecurity leadership. Small and mid-sized businesses face the same sophisticated threat actors as …
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Why Black Hat Cybersecurity Conference Hosts Midnight In The War Room
by Penelope Iroko 4 minutes readThe Black Hat cybersecurity conference will host the world premiere of Midnight In the War Room, a documentary examining cyber defenders operating under extraordinary pressure. Unlike typical Hollywood …
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Microsoft Chrome Mistake: Windows Ad Features Rival Browser Before Quick Delete
by Penelope Iroko 3 minutes readThe Microsoft Chrome mistake exposed a glaring contradiction in the tech giant’s browser strategy when eagle-eyed observers spotted Google Chrome pinned to the Windows 11 taskbar in an …
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Iran Hackers Use Starlink To Launch Cyberattacks Against Israel
by Penelope Iroko 3 minutes readIran hackers Starlink connections have become a critical concern in Middle Eastern cybersecurity, as threat actors exploit satellite internet to launch attacks against Israeli targets. Despite a near-total …
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Verizon Outage Scam Alert: Delete These Fake $20 Credit Texts
by Penelope Iroko 6 minutes readA Verizon outage scam is targeting customers following the recent network disruption, with cybercriminals exploiting the chaos to steal personal information. Verizon has begun sending legitimate text messages …
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TP-Link Vulnerability Patch Fixes Critical VIGI Camera Security Flaw
by Penelope Iroko 3 minutes readTP-Link vulnerability patch fixes a critical VIGI camera issue tracked as CVE-2024-11741. Unpatched systems risk unauthorized access to video streams and device controls. SecurityWeek reported that TP-Link released …