Kraken ransomware measures system performance before deciding the scale of encryption damage Shadow copies, Recycle Bin, and backups are deleted before encryption starts Windows, Linux, and ESXi systems all face Kraken’s benchmark-driven attacks The Kraken ransomware campaign introduces a benchmark step which times the encryption of a temporary file to determine how quickly it can…

Experts flag Uhale devices download malicious software automatically each time it boots up Seventeen security issues discovered across the tested digital picture frame models Major flaws include insecure TrustManager implementations and unsanitized filenames Security researchers have identified critical risks in Uhale-branded digital picture frames, revealing many devices download malicious software immediately after boot. Mobile security…

Pet hair is one of the trickiest things to clean up. If you have a furry, four-legged friend and a home with lots of soft furnishings and carpet, staying on top of the build-up of fuzz can feel like a full-time job. I recently ran a group test of eight vacuums from leading brands, in…

Microsoft’s “agentic OS” announcement immediately triggered fierce criticism online Users warn AI prompts could disrupt productivity tools and essential Office software operations Many expressed frustrations over forced cloud integration interrupting their regular Windows workflows Microsoft recently attempted to present its Windows operating system as evolving into an “agentic OS,” designed to combine cloud services, AI,…

The best mirrorless cameras are rarely discounted. In fact, with recent tariffs, we’ve actually seen many models selling for more than they were listed for at launch. That’s why we’re super stoked, if not a little relieved, to let you know that the Nikon Z5 II has dropped at Adorama to $1,596.95 (was $1,849). That’s…

As a keen runner, I’ve worn and reviewed a lot of running shoes, but I’ve always had a soft spot for Saucony’s Ride series. All-rounder shoes perfect for the everyday runner just looking to get plenty of miles in without needing any technical performance tweaks or hugely expensive super-shoes. I’ve been wearing Saucony Rides since…

The biggest shopping event of the year is edging closer, but the festivities have already started as Black Friday sales have already kicked off in the UK – and the same also goes for US retailers. Furthermore, if you’re on the hunt for a new kitchen gadget, there’s a slew of great early Ninja Black…

AMD and Nvidia budget GPUs could be in danger This is due to the increase in the cost of video RAM More affordable graphics cards with a disproportionate loadout of VRAM may get the axe, as they’ll be badly affected by said price increases AMD and Nvidia are both rumored to be mulling the possibility…

For Black Friday, we’ve seen some of the best web hosting platforms go on sale, and the latest to join this list is Cloudways – with a 50% discount for 3 months as well as 50 free migrations. Cloudways offers a user-friendly interface with easy management through an intuitive control panel – earning 4 stars…

Data is the beating heart of any modern enterprise, forming the foundations of digital sovereignty, scalability and customer trust. Businesses around the world know this – what they don’t know is that this data could be taken out of their control at any moment. Sergio Gago Social Links Navigation When a company signs the terms…