‘Fix’ deployed for bug that caused global IT outage: CrowdStrike

PETALING JAYA: A fix has been deployed for a bug that caused a global IT outage affecting airports, banks and media across the world, the CEO of CrowdStrike antivirus firm said Friday (July 19) according to AFP. "CrowdStrike is actively working with customers impacted by a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts......

Trend Micro reveals new malware targeting crypto wallets on Windows

A new strain of info stealer Phemedrone Stealer appears to be targeting crypto wallets and messaging apps, analysts say. Cybersecurity firm Trend Micro recently uncovered a previously unknown malware strain, which was exploiting a now-patched security flaw in Microsoft Windows. According to a report from the Texas-headquartered firm, Phemedrone Stealer focuses on web browsers and extracts data from crypto...

Microsoft ending support for Windows 10 could send 240 million PCs to landfills – report

(Reuters) - Microsoft Corp's plan to end support for Windows 10 operating system could result in about 240 million personal computers (PCs) being disposed, potentially adding to landfill waste, Canalys Research said. The electronic waste from these PCs could weigh an estimated 480 million kilograms, equivalent to 320,000 cars. While many PCs could remain functional for years...