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Microsoft finds TikTok vulnerability that allowed one-click account compromises
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Microsoft said on Wednesday that it recently identified a vulnerability in TikTok’s Android app that could allow attackers to hijack accounts when users did nothing more than click on a single errant link. The software maker said it notified TikTok of the vulnerability in February and that the China-based social media […]
Microsoft found a severe one-click exploit in TikTok’s Android app
A serious vulnerability found by Microsoft in the TikTok Android app could have allowed hackers to hijack millions of accounts. On Wednesday, the company’s 365 Defender Research Team detailed a one-click exploit it informed TikTok of in February. The good news is that the social media company promptly patched the vulnerability before today’s disclosure and […]
PlayStation VR NEWS: Big boost for Sony’s PS5 plans following Microsoft update
Sony PlayStation believes that the PSVR has become the top virtual reality bundle on the market. So it would make sense that they would like to keep the competition on consoles to a minimum, especially when planning their next VR device. While the company has not revealed its plans for the PS5, they have revealed […]
Microsoft unveils HoloLens 2: twice the field of view, eye tracking
Enlarge / Microsoft HoloLens 2. (credit: Microsoft) As expected, Microsoft today launched HoloLens 2, the company’s second generation augmented reality (AR) headset. The new hardware addresses what were probably the two biggest issues with the first generation device: the narrow field of view, and the comfort when wearing the device. Microsoft says that the field […]
Microsoft Office is now available in the Mac App Store
Enlarge / Promotional graphics used for Office 365 in Apple’s Mac App Store. (credit: Apple) The suite of Microsoft Office applications is now available for download directly in Apple’s Mac App Store for the first time. Previously, Mac users had to download the applications from Microsoft’s website. The apps included are: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, […]
Microsoft will help expand rural broadband access in Vermont
Microsoft is continuing to help more people in rural areas gain broadband access through its Airband Initiative. It’s teaming up with Vermont to expand connectivity there, while offering students access to digital skills and computer science programs. With the help of RTO Wireless, an ISP, Microsoft is building out broadband infrastructure in the state as […]
Microsoft releases new Windows 10 preview with search, Cortana, Start, font, Settings, and Console improvements
Microsoft’s Windows 10 build 18317 (19H1 branch) brings improvements to search, Cortana, Start, font, Settings, and the Windows Console.Read More
Microsoft news: Good news for Xbox One gamers as new 2019 plans are revealed
Xbox One and Xbox One X owners may be looking at a bumper year of announcements from Microsoft. While the tech giant may have lagged behind their main console rivals in sales, they haven’t been slouches when it comes to new features and hardware. The new Elite Xbox One controllers have proven popular with fans, […]
Xbox One news: BIG news for Microsoft following PlayStation rival update
The Xbox One X may have helped Microsoft reach another milestone in 2018. The new console has been a hit with fans and continues to lead the console market with its upgraded specs. Fans in North America are known to favour it and may have also helped Microsoft to an impressive November sales number. And the […]
