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Why I'm learning to code in the age of vibe coding

I'm not giving in to the vibes yet.

Apple expands iOS 18 updates to more iPhones to block DarkSword attacks

Apple has now made it possible for more iPhones still running iOS 18 to receive security updates that protect against the ...

iPhone exploit DarkSword has been released in the wild: How to protect yourself

Uh-oh. Now anyone can easily use it.
IEEE

SecQR Scan: A Secure Scanning Framework to Protect Against Malicious QR Codes

Abstract: QR codes have become highly ubiquitous in modern digital interactions. They enable fast and convenient payments, authentication, marketing, and information access via smart devices. However, ...
The New York Times

Europe Has Helped the U.S. Protect Shipping. The Strait of Hormuz Is Different.

European Union ministers and leaders pushed back on ideas to protect the strait, including expanding a maritime operation already in place in the Red Sea. By Jeanna Smialek Reporting from Brussels ...
Bleeping Computer

AppsFlyer Web SDK hijacked to spread crypto-stealing JavaScript code

The AppsFlyer Web SDK was temporarily hijacked this week with malicious code used to steal cryptocurrency in a supply-chain attack. The payload can intercept cryptocurrency wallet addresses entered on ...
Inc

Scanning That QR Code Can Leave You Vulnerable. Here’s How to Protect Yourself

QR codes have become a convenience of modern life. Just scan the black and white mosaic with your phone’s camera and you can do everything from connect to your hotel room Wi-Fi to pay for that public ...