Apple said all Mac computers and iOS devices, like iPhones and iPads, are affected by chip security flaws unearthed this week, but the company stressed there are no known exploits impacting users. The Cupertino, California-based company said recent software updates for iPads, iPhones, iPod touches, Mac desktops and laptops, and the Apple TV set-top-box mitigate […]
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Who’s affected by computer chip security flaw
Technology companies are scrambling to fix serious security flaws affecting computer processors built by Intel and other chipmakers and found in many of the world’s personal computers and smartphones. The two hardware bugs discovered can be exploited to allow the memory content of a computer to be leaked. Such a leak could potentially expose stored […]
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Donald Trump backing off idea of 'cyber security unit' with Russia
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump appears to be backing away from the idea of working with Russia to create a “cyber security unit” to guard against election hacking. Trump tweeted Sunday morning about discussing such a unit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Yet it’s Russia that U.S. intelligence officials blame for meddling in last […]
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United Way to host fraud, security workshop for nonprofits
FARMINGTON — United Way and experts in fraud, risk management and cyber-security will offer a free workshop called “Staying Safe: Emerging Threats” from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, April 27, in the Bass Room at Franklin Memorial Hospital. This workshop is specifically designed for non-profits. Lunch will be provided. Presenters Andy Grover, Bangor Savings […]
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Server breach exposes information on Maine unemployment benefits
AUGUSTA — A server security breach in September has exposed account information for more than 1,300 unemployment beneficiaries, the Maine Department of Labor announced Friday. Although the servers used by JP Morgan Chase — which contracts to run the state debit card system used by unemployment claimants — were breached three months ago, the banking […]