The warning comes in a joint cybersecurity advisory released by the Department of Energy (DOE), CISA, the NSA, and the FBI that urges all critical infrastructure operators to immediately bolster the security of their ICS/SCADA devices and networks. The custom-made tools have been developed for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) from Schneider Electric and OMRON Sysmac NEX, as well as Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture (OPC UA) servers. SEE: This sneaky type of phishing is growing fast because hackers are seeing big paydays CISA says the tools allow for “highly automated exploits” against targeted devices....

The BlackBerry KEY2 LE launched late in 2018, only in an unlocked variant. But the Android handset is making its way to Verizon Wireless. TCL, the hardware manufacturer of BlackBerry-branded smartphones, has confirmed that the BlackBerry KEY2 LE will soon arrive on Verizon’s network. This won’t be an unlocked model that can work on Verizon’s network, but a handset that’s actually available on the network. However, it’s not going to be available for all subscribers....

Anonymous sources supplied Droidfe with several snapshots of a Nexus 7 package with the “Verizon 4G E Certified” tag right on the box. At this writing, the Nexus 7 was not yet available from Verizon, but the device is reportedly in stores could be on sale as early as Thursday, February 13. If the images are legit, it means the end of a long wait for prospective Nexus 7 users hoping to use a 4G version of the tablet on Verizon....

Spotting these malicious email messages is getting harder. A recent scam involved fake UPS emails with embedded links that appeared legitimate. Click the link, and it’ll take you to a page that again seems real. Then malicious files are downloaded. Tap or click here to learn how this was done and how you can avoid it. Scammers can go beyond your personal trust and get into your professional life. They’ll hit you with messages that appeal to your sense of duty to your job....

Staring into a screen for at least 14 hours a day, the engineer dreams of perfect solutions to dastardly problems and how to code humanity’s errors out of existence. It seems, though, that many engineers’ lives may have changed after the COVID-19 pandemic. Those lives may have become more daring, more exciting and brought them into contact with more error-filled humans. I judge this from data collected by corporate travel agency TripActions and relayed by Skift....

The major figures in computer-related cyber-crimes, hackers and their networks, regularly explore and exploit weaknesses in computer systems. Being intelligent and highly skilled, hackers organize cyber-attacks targeted at various objects of major importance, such as banking, government, and healthcare institutions, secret data banks, and social media. These activities have twofold consequences. On the one hand, the “hacker culture” encourages IT development and advances cyber security progress. As Robert Moore states in his book Cybercrime: Investigating High-Technology Computer Crime, “today, individuals who claim to be hackers argue that true hackers are interested in furthering computer security and that those who do not conform to this belief system are not hackers in the true sense of the word....

The Nextbit Robin arrived in two variants when it launched, but now there’s a new color scheme going up for sale. The Robin is now getting a new color scheme for a limited time, as the company has officially announced, and made available, a new Ember variant. The design boasts a neutral black body, but features red end caps. The device retails for $299, and Nextbit says that there are only a limited number of devices available....

Both choices come with an extensive library of podcasts, videos, and audiobooks, along with customized playlists just for you. Not sure which streaming service is best for you? Tap or click for our streaming music comparison. While navigating Spotify is simple, there are some tricks that you probably don’t know. Here are 10 insanely useful tips that’ll take your listening experience to another level. 1. Make secret playlists While you can make any playlist public and have it show up on your profile, you may want to make a playlist private....

I should disclaim that while this $100 off deal doesn’t actually make the Pixel 7 “free,” it’s the first of the two-part process that should leave you with a shiny new smartphone for less than the discount itself. Read on. Also: Know before you buy: Every major retailer’s holiday return policy The way it works is simple: Best Buy is currently offering enhanced trade-in values when purchasing smartphones. That means what is typically valued for, say, $100 can now count as $400 or more....

For example, take the Baseus Blade. This is a 20,000mAh lithium battery pack that’s kitted out with twin USB-C and USB-A ports. The USB-C ports are capable of a maximum of 100W output and 65W input, and the USB-A ports capable of 30W output. On the front is a display that shows the input/output (both Volts and Amps), and the time left to charge/discharge. All this packed into a package 0....

In essence, the Timex IQ+ Move is aimed at users who want to wear a regular watch and at the same time also have access to the activity tracker features. The watch uses a traditional watch face and makes use of Bluetooth to connect with the smartphone and sync the data. The Timex IQ+ Move measures steps, distance, calories and sleep. Well, the best part of it all is that the Timex IQ+ Move runs on the traditional battery which needs no charging....

If you are looking for a free online banner maker or a free logo maker, here are some websites that can help you complete this task in no time. 1. CoolText Cool text is one of the most popular free graphics generator tools for web pages, and from this, you can simply choose what kind of image you would like to design. 2. Glitterize This tool helps you to design logos or banners in glitter style (more than 500 glitter styles are present)....

One of the most significant changes with Windows 11 is the new Apple-like interface. The taskbar was also overhauled to make it easier to find your most-used apps. More changes coming to the new OS include automatic framing, background blur and background noise suppression. Tap or click here for details. There’s a trend for tech companies to gather updates and release them on the second Tuesday of every month. This is known as Patch Tuesday....

Still, in those 3000 articles are some gems I really don’t want to miss out on. For example, the 57 minute long piece from Matter titled SELFIE (I’m halfway through and it’s really good). And there are many more. Now, if a story has been buried for two to three weeks, I usually let it go. But recently, I’ve been “star”ing the articles I really don’t want to miss, and I’ve been using text-to-speech to get through them....

Vivo Z6 5G: Design and Display In terms of design, the Z6 5G features a 3D curved design with a fingerprint scanner and a rectangular camera module on the rear. Towards the front, it has a 6.57-inch IPS LCD display that offers a 90.74% screen-to-body ratio with a 20:9 aspect ratio and an FHD+ resolution. The device also has a hole-punch cutout on the top right of the display for housing the front-facing camera, and it comes in three different color options: Ice Age, Interstellar Silver, and Aurora Black....

The tool tries to decipher which phone is right for you by giving you several scenarios for how you primarily use your smartphone. Each of the categories then have a follow-up question, which feeds the answers into an algorithm uses to narrow down the options. You have to choose at least three categories before selecting a phone. Once you get some choices, you can still mix up the results by price, size, or how new the device is....

Individuals and businesses alike face cybersecurity threats. In addition, businesses need protection from unauthorized data access — both from inside and outside the organization. Strong cybersecurity reduces the chances that a cyberattack will affect business operations. Cybersecurity also has political implications. The US Department of Homeland Security designated election infrastructure as “critical” in 2017. This infrastructure includes voter registration databases and the digital technologies used to count, display, and confirm voting results — some of America’s most sensitive data....

Sometimes, your computer suffers due to improper functioning of devices or software related to the process. The tasks running in the background can hog your RAM resources, use disk space, and drain your battery life. Recently, many Windows users reportedly faced problems due to Killer Network Service (KNS). Sometimes, the Killer Network Service raises the Disk usage; other times, it just runs in the background and consumes your memory....

If you’ve never used an electric bike, they’re great for commuting distances too far to conveniently walk. The Huffy Oslo has a max range of 20-23 miles with pedal assistance, which allows you to increase your power by pedaling. The Huffy Oslo’s throttle can help you reach speeds of up to 20 mph. In addition to the 250W motor and 36V battery, the derailleur (aka the bicycle gearing system) features a Shimano 7-speed index, which allows you to pedal the bike without electricity and adjust the resistance to your preference....

Old: You accidentally throw your phone off a two-story building. Oh, I’ll go get it later, you say, when your friend asks if you want to check on it. Mobile phone falls and breaks on the concrete ground in slow motion. New: The phone is at least a million times faster than the most powerful computer you’ve ever had. You’re sure of this. You’ve done tests. Old: WHY IS THIS ONE TAKING THREE MINUTES TO ADD TEXT OMG, SLOWWWW?...