Google has released a patch for Chrome that fixes a zero day. A working exploit existed, but how often it has been exploited and what the bug actually entails is unknown.
Apple fixes with iOS 15.6.1 vulnerability that may have been actively exploited
Apple has patched a vulnerability in macOS 12.5, iOS 15.6, and iPadOS 15.6 that may have already been actively exploited. There are no details about the vulnerability yet. Apple urges users to update their devices as soon as possible.
Security researcher finds critical vulnerabilities in Zoom for macOS
A security researcher has discovered two vulnerabilities in the video calling software update tool Zoom for macOS that allowed root access. After the company patched the vulnerabilities, the man discovered a new vulnerability.
Hacker sells data of 48.5 million people who used corona app Shanghai
A hacker claims to have personal data of 48.5 million people who used Shanghai’s corona app. The data includes phone numbers and health information and is being offered for sale on a hacker forum for $4,000.
Former Samsung CEO convicted of bribery is pardoned and allowed to work again
Former Samsung president Lee Jae-yong has been pardoned by South Korean president Yoon Suk-yeol. The businessman had been convicted of bribery and had a labor ban as part of that. The motivation for the grace is to stimulate the economy.
Google fined millions for misleading Australians with location settings
Google has been fined A$60 million for misleading Australian citizens with its location data settings. The federal court ruled in April last year that Google had broken the law, but the fine has only now been announced.
Facebook is testing end-to-end encryption enabled by default ‘on some’
Facebook has begun testing end-to-end encryption enabled by default on Facebook Messenger. The chat service already offered the functionality, but this still has to be enabled manually.
Apple’s lawsuit against Epic Games to be appealed on October 21
The appeal in last year’s lawsuit between Apple and Epic Games is set for October 21, FOSS Patents says. Both companies appealed the ruling and are allowed to plead their cases on that day.
Data small number of users of 2fa app Authy seen at hack parent company
The data of a small number of users of Authy, a two-step authentication app, was stolen in a hack of parent company Twilio. It concerns a total of 125 users, the company reports.
Spotify introduces new personalized feeds for music and podcasts
Spotify is releasing a modified home screen design this week, first for the Android app and later for the iOS variant. The audio application now displays enhanced personalized suggestions across the Music and Podcasts & Shows categories.