“Hackers are actively trying to exploit several high-severity memory exhaustion weaknesses in Cisco software that runs carrier-class routers, the company has warned.”
O.C. Sheriff’s Dept. warns of phishing scam that uses fake packages to steal identities, drain bank accounts
“Cyber criminals are dangling the promise of a pending package in a phishing scam aimed at obtaining your personal information, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department warned Sunday.”
Files by Google officially rolling out PIN-encrypted ‘Safe Folder’
“Back in June, we spotted Google’s Files app working on a password-protected “Safe Folder.” This feature is now rolling out in beta, while the company reports 150 million monthly users.”
How to use Microsoft Teams with your friends and family
“It’s taken a while, especially considering the number of people who are looking for convenient ways to chat and videoconference these days, but Microsoft has finally created a version of its business Teams app for personal use.”
Office 365 now opens attachments in a sandbox to prevent infections
“Microsoft today announced the launch of Application Guard for Office in public preview to protect enterprise users from threats using malicious attachments as an attack vector.”
Apple officially kicks Fortnite off the iPhone and iPad, banning Epic’s developer account
“Apple’s battle with Fortnite’s developer just got a little more epic. Apple ratcheted up pressure on Epic Games Friday, banning the company’s developer account, effectively cutting it off from updating its Fortnite game on iPhones and iPads.”
Two quick taps in Google Messages can reroute RCS chat messages as SMS
“Google’s rollout of RCS chat via Jibe in its Messages app has just about enveloped the world — we haven’t covered every new country, but we’ve seen a steady trickle of reports from new markets as it slowly makes its way around the globe.”
Facebook begins merging Instagram and Messenger chats in new update
“Facebook appears to flipping the switch on integrating the chat systems for Instagram and Messenger.”
Google Drive flaw may let attackers fool you into installing malware
“Google Drive may have a way for hackers to trick you into installing rogue code. System administrator A. Nikoci has told The Hacker News about a flaw in Drive’s “manage versions” feature that could let attackers swap a legitimate file with malware.”
Outlook “mail issues” phishing – don’t fall for this scam!
“Thanks to Michelle Farenci of the Sophos Security Team for her behind-the-scenes work on this article. Here’s a phish that our own security team received themselves.”
