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Researchers at Georgia Tech have discovered SLAP and FLOP attacks that exploit microarchitecture features in Apple CPUs to read sensitive data from webpages. These attacks involve predicting memory access patterns and tricking the CPU into operating on incorrect data values. SLAP and FLOP will be presented at upcoming security conferences to showcase the potential risks posed by these exploits.
Active Directory is the most widely used enterprise access system. This post introduces LLMNR poisoning, SMB relay, IPv6 relay, Pass the Hash, and Kerberoasting attacks. A video demo is also included.
The traditional network security model is no longer effective due to the rise of cloud services and remote work, exposing vulnerabilities in VPN solutions. A new approach, called Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Zero Trust, emphasizes granular access control and secure remote access to data and services. By adopting these solutions, companies can enhance security, simplify management, and adapt to the changing landscape of cybersecurity threats.
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A proof of concept AI-based autonomous post-exploitation system. It is intended for security testing and research purposes only. Users must agree to use the tool ethically and legally and ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
JA4DB is community maintained repository of JA4+ TLS fingerprints
BlueSkyNet is a web tool for OSINT researchers for searching, analyzing, and exporting data from BlueSky's API. It offers advanced search options, multiple endpoints, and CSV export functionality. Users need a BlueSky account to access the tool and can host it locally by cloning the repository.
DeepSeek's R1 model is a powerful model, but it lacks some of the defenses that some of the more established competitors like ChatGPT's models provide. R1 can be trivially jailbroken using the “evil jailbreak” attack that the ChatGPT models are patched against. It does not have any protections against generating malicious code or unethical results.
Opengrep was announced as a forever open source fork after Semgrep changed its licensing structure. James Berthoty highlights the importance of an open source SAST for establishing a comparison baseline for commercial SASTs, for the development of an industry standard for abstract syntax trees (ASTs), and the ability for community rules to unify open source scanners. Opengrep will gradually implement some of the Semgrep pro features.
This article analyzes the "ApateWeb" malware campaign, which uses weaponized Blogspot links that appear legitimate but redirect users to malicious content including phishing pages, malware, and scam sites. Through technical investigation, the author identifies several key tactics including VPN detection, internationalization for broader targeting, and the use of "empty OK" responses to evade security scanners, ultimately discovering over 9,500 domains involved in this campaign. The analysis concludes by providing detailed indicators and infrastructure information, including domain lists and investigation tools, to help security teams identify and track similar malicious redirector campaigns.
Apple has released patches for multiple vulnerabilities, including an iOS bug exploited in attacks.
Google is ending Chrome Sync for older Chrome versions in early 2025.
Signal is introducing a new feature that allows users to synchronize their old message history from their primary iOS or Android devices to newly linked devices like desktops and iPads while maintaining end-to-end encryption and data security.
Reports of explicit ads appearing on YouTube have gone up significantly, with users getting increasingly concerned about the platform's content moderation efforts. A new incident shared on Reddit involved a child mistaking an adult film actor in an ad for a popular game streamer while watching Fortnite videos. While the platform claims to have blocked 5.5 billion ads and suspended 12.7 million advertiser accounts in 2023, growing evidence suggests its safeguards remain inadequate.
New research from Snapchat found that creator ads drove 35% higher ad recall and 25% higher brand awareness compared to standard brand ads. Creators influence purchase decisions, with 71% of consumers valuing their opinions during the consideration phase and 70% during the purchase phase. The study also found that consumers value Snapchat creator recommendations more than those on other platforms (64% vs. 52% respectively).
To differentiate your brand, establish a unique, recognizable process that stands out. Back up your claims with specific, measurable results to show value. Highlight overlooked strengths that resonate with your audience. Challenge industry norms with bold statements to position your product as the alternative. Lastly, build trust with guarantees that go beyond typical offers.
Determining the ideal publishing frequency requires understanding audience behavior, leveraging data from tools like analytics or A/B tests, and aligning content schedules with audience needs and industry trends. Consistency is critical. Post multiple times daily on platforms like Instagram and tailor email campaigns to optimal times, such as avoiding Mondays and Fridays. Flexible strategies that adapt to seasonal patterns, viral success, or emerging industry trends can maximize engagement and make content resonate with customers.
Visitors don't trust companies that fail to provide credible proof of their claims. Effective proof elements include data, testimonials, guarantees, social proof, demonstrations, and celebrity endorsements. daFlores increased sales by 44% by showcasing Facebook followers, while Geeks2U boosted calls by 49% with a strong guarantee. Businesses should uncover hidden proof, rank and test it for effectiveness, and invest in acquiring persuasive evidence. Trust in a company and trust in a product are separate issues, both of which must be addressed to drive conversions.
Leah Tharin and Kieran Flanagan will host a Maven session on January 31 on using AI tools to identify growth opportunities, create actionable strategies, and improve experimentation in B2B SaaS. Attendees will explore real-world applications of AI models like ChatGPT and Gemini for optimizing growth metrics, roadmaps, and decision-making processes.
DeepSeek's low-cost AI model, which operates at a fraction of current industry costs, could transform marketing by making advanced AI tools accessible to businesses of all sizes. This affordability enables widespread use across customer touchpoints, real-time analytics, and personalized interactions, fostering innovation and experimentation. Smaller businesses can now compete with enterprises, leveling the playing field, as the focus shifts from access to creative application.
Sculpd has built a strong community by turning customers into creators and encouraging UGC through product giveaways and competitions. Its content focuses on inspiring possibilities rather than just promoting products and showcasing what customers can create. The company connects deeply with Gen Z and millennial values by understanding its audience and tapping into cultural trends, like personalized spaces and creative nights in.
Meat, dairy, and egg marketing relies heavily on imagery to shape consumer perceptions. Symbols like red barns and green pastures suggest idyllic farming conditions, but in reality, most animals are confined in industrial facilities, where a single farm may house over 1,300 pigs or 50,000 chickens. These misleading visuals hide the harsh conditions of factory farming, making consumers believe in a sanitized version of industrial agriculture.
Focus storytelling around how your brand fits into your audience's journey, rather than shining a spotlight on the brand itself.
A template for BOFU posts.
Uber's "You're Almost There" campaign showcases quirky, relatable journeys from airports to beloved destinations.
OAuth2 is a widely used authorization framework that allows users to grant third-party applications access to their data without sharing their credentials directly. This post goes over the history and security concerns addressed by OAuth2. It then dives into the different OAuth2 flows (authorization code, implicit, client credentials, resource owner credentials, and device code), outlining their functionalities, security implications, and appropriate use cases.
Svelte 5 is a significant rewrite of the popular web framework. This interview with the creator Rich Harris highlights his focus on building high-quality, accessible applications rather than solely prioritizing adoption numbers. Harris hopes Svelte 5 and its ecosystem will improve the overall quality of web applications.
Web devs have the ability to contribute to browser development. To do so, they should first identify manageable problems. This article outlines the process of proposing new features through various standards venues like the W3C and WHATWG. It also explains the implementation process, focusing on Chromium and WebKit, and building, testing, and collaborating with the respective communities.
Discovery coding is a programming approach where developers write code to understand a problem rather than planning beforehand. While seemingly messy, discovery coding helps avoid pre-conceived solutions and allows for a deeper understanding of the system's constraints through direct interaction.
There are three leading paid options for AI models: Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT, each with strengths and weaknesses regarding features like live mode, reasoning capabilities, and web access. Different models excel in specific areas, such as code execution (ChatGPT) or insightful responses (Claude). Users' choices depend on individual needs and preferences.
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Requestly is an open-source HTTP interceptor for browsers and mobile apps that offers features like API mocking, rule editing, and session collaboration.
FortuneSheet is a JavaScript spreadsheet library that offers Excel-like features and is written in TypeScript.
A simple playground that transforms Ruby code into Ruby Next and then compiles it in your web browser.
Chris Lattner discusses his new programming language, Mojo, which is designed to greatly increase the speed of Python code. Mojo's compiler uses MLIR and LLVM, differing from traditional compilers by directly generating MLIR declaration nodes instead of a syntax tree. MLIR is a software framework for compiler development. Lattner reflects on his approach to open-sourcing projects, which was initially driven by a desire for collaboration and later prioritizing focused development before public release.
A Fedora Linux package rebuild failed due to a compilation error in the Chocolate Doom game engine caused by the new GCC 15 compiler's default C standard changing from GNU17 to GNU23. The error was from a custom boolean type in the engine conflicting with C23's keywords. The issue was resolved by modifying the engine's code to use the built-in `bool` type when compiling with C23.
The FTC filed a complaint against GoDaddy for inadequate data security practices since 2018. GoDaddy is required, as part of a proposed settlement, to implement an information security program similar to those in other FTC cases.
Researchers discovered two new speculative execution attacks, SLAP and FLOP, that exploit flaws in Apple's Load Address Predictor (LAP) and Load Value Predictor (LVP), allowing unauthorized access to sensitive user data like emails, browsing history, and credit card information from Safari and Chrome.
While Wi-Fi 7 saw initial consumer adoption in 2024, 2025 is projected to be a year of real growth for enterprise adoption.
Code generated by DeepSeek resulted in significant speed improvements in WebAssembly code for llama.cpp.
Python was released 30 years ago on January 27, 1994 - the release notes still are viewable today.
The inexpensive, open-source AI model DeepSeek R1 is lowering the cost of AI development, which may shift the focus from infrastructure spending to the creation of application-layer AI apps.
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DeepSeek's R1 model, which is similar to OpenAI's o1, caused a meltdown in the tech industry over the weekend. Many of the revelations that contributed to the meltdown were included in DeepSeek's announcement over Christmas and most of the breakthroughs in V3 were actually revealed with the release of the V2 model last January. DeepSeek-V2 introduced two important breakthroughs, DeepSeekMoE and DeepSeekMLA - the implications of these breakthroughs only became apparent with V3, which added a new approach to load balancing and multi-token prediction in training. The cost of training the model amounted to only $5.576 million, but that excludes the costs associated with prior research, experiments, and data. Many of the decisions DeepSeek made in training its model were due to the constraints of the chip ban - if DeepSeek had access to more powerful chips, it probably would have used a different method.
A leaker shared a short video of the new iPhone SE over the weekend. Unlike previous models, the device appears to only have a single rear camera. It is the first iPhone SE model to feature a USB-C port. The device uses Apple's older notched display rather than the Dynamic Island design. Rumors point to a launch around March or April. The video is available in the article.
A new study that tracked millions of diabetes patient outcomes over a period of 3.5 years found that those on GLP-1 medications saw significant improvements across a staggering range of health concerns, far beyond anything clearly linked to weight or blood sugar. The patients experienced improvements in addiction and psychotic disorders and the risk of Alzheimer's was decreased. GLP-1RA drugs act on receptors that are expressed in brain areas involved in impulse control, reward, and addiction, which may potentially explain their effectiveness in curbing appetite and addiction disorders. While the findings are positive, the researchers found some issues that seemed to be exacerbated by taking GLP-1s, including an increase in risk for arthritis and pancreatitis.
Blue Origin is finally a real rocket company with the successful launch of New Glenn. The company's next steps will be to get better at building engines and rockets and flying New Glenn regularly. Its current priorities are rate manufacturing and driving urgency around building the 'machine that builds the machine'. Blue Origin is the world's largest single-donor nonprofit, so it has zero incentive to operate like SpaceX.