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Bairon McAdams

Bairon McAdams' expertise spans Cyber Security, DevOps, and Hardware. Bairon's material is a trusted source of information for tech leaders and has garnered a global audience. His writing history, not limited to articles and online content, includes several books on the topics of cyber security, devops, and hardware. 
Are eBooks the New Vector for Sophisticated Malware Attacks?
Cyber Security
Are eBooks the New Vector for Sophisticated Malware Attacks?

The digital revolution has ushered in an era where information is just a click away, and eBooks have become a popular medium for learning and entertainment. However, this convenience brings with it new cybersecurity threats. Recent developments indicate that malicious actors are increasingly using eBooks as a vector for spreading sophisticated malware. One such malware, ViperSoftX, has emerged as a

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Global Advisory Warns of Rapid Exploit Adoption by China-Linked APT40 Group
Cyber Security
Global Advisory Warns of Rapid Exploit Adoption by China-Linked APT40 Group

In a significant move emphasizing the global scale of cyber threats, cybersecurity agencies from eight countries have jointly issued an advisory warning about the activities of the China-linked advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as APT40. The advisory highlights the group’s rapid exploitation of newly disclosed vulnerabilities and its persistent targeting of organizations, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. The advisory

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Intel Arrow Lake CPUs to Feature Enhanced AI with Upgraded NPUs
Hardware
Intel Arrow Lake CPUs to Feature Enhanced AI with Upgraded NPUs

Intel is gearing up for a major innovation leap with its Arrow Lake Refresh CPUs, set to feature enhanced Neural Processing Units (NPUs). This strategic move aims to boost AI capabilities and position Intel competitively against AMD in the rapidly evolving AI-driven computing landscape. By incorporating cutting-edge NPU technology, Intel seeks to not only meet but also exceed market expectations

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Are Your OpenSSH Servers Vulnerable to CVE-2024-6409 and CVE-2024-6387?
Cyber Security
Are Your OpenSSH Servers Vulnerable to CVE-2024-6409 and CVE-2024-6387?

A newly discovered vulnerability in specific versions of the OpenSSH secure networking suite has raised significant alarm within the cybersecurity community. Known as CVE-2024-6409, this vulnerability specifically affects versions 8.7p1 and 8.8p1 of OpenSSH that are shipped with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9. The identified vulnerability holds a CVSS score of 7.0, flagging it as a high-severity issue. It originates

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Massive Cyber-Attack on Evolve Bank Exposes 7.6 Million Customers’ Data
Cyber Security
Massive Cyber-Attack on Evolve Bank Exposes 7.6 Million Customers’ Data

The Evolve Bank & Trust, a prominent banking-as-a-service company in the US, recently disclosed a massive cyber-attack that compromised the personal information of approximately 7.6 million customers. This significant breach, involving sensitive data such as names, Social Security numbers, and banking details, highlights the alarming vulnerabilities within the financial sector. Here’s an in-depth look at the extent of the breach,

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How Will Intel’s Sapphire Rapids Refresh CPUs Impact Workstations?
Hardware
How Will Intel’s Sapphire Rapids Refresh CPUs Impact Workstations?

The anticipation surrounding Intel’s new “Sapphire Rapids Refresh” CPUs is palpable, especially with their recent integration into high-end Lenovo workstations. These advancements represent a significant shift in Intel’s strategy to dominate the high-performance computing market. With increased core counts, enhanced frequencies, and improved thermal design power (TDP), these processors are poised to redefine workstation experiences. Intel’s Strategic Refresh: What to

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How Has NVIDIA Thrived in China’s AI Market Amid U.S. Sanctions?
Hardware
How Has NVIDIA Thrived in China’s AI Market Amid U.S. Sanctions?

Despite U.S. sanctions aimed at curbing the technological strength of Chinese firms, NVIDIA has demonstrated exceptional resilience and adaptability in maintaining and even growing its influence in the AI GPU market in China. This defies initial expectations that the recent restrictions imposed by the Biden administration would significantly disrupt NVIDIA’s dominance in this space. Instead, NVIDIA introduced the ##0 AI

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How Will Intel’s Arrow Lake CPUs Revolutionize Thermal Management?
Hardware
How Will Intel’s Arrow Lake CPUs Revolutionize Thermal Management?

Intel’s upcoming Arrow Lake “Core Ultra 200” Desktop CPUs are set to redefine thermal management capabilities in the computing world, primarily due to the innovative “Fast Throttle” technique. This significant improvement marks a departure from traditional thermal throttling methods, which tend to impact the entire CPU’s performance when temperatures rise, leading to substantial drops in efficiency. By contrast, Fast Throttle—initially

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Intel Refreshes Entry-Level CPUs with Raptor Lake Cores, No Arrow Lake
Hardware
Intel Refreshes Entry-Level CPUs with Raptor Lake Cores, No Arrow Lake

Intel’s latest announcement reveals a significant update to their entry-level CPU lineup, focusing primarily on the continued use of Raptor Lake architecture rather than adopting the anticipated Arrow Lake architecture for the Core Ultra 3 series. This decision underscores Intel’s strategy to provide incremental advancements in their entry-level desktop CPUs, opting for a refresh of existing designs rather than a

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Intel Ends Comet Lake and Alder Lake i9-12900KS CPUs by 2025
Hardware
Intel Ends Comet Lake and Alder Lake i9-12900KS CPUs by 2025

Intel has officially announced the discontinuation of its last series of 14nm CPUs, specifically the Comet Lake lineup, marking a significant shift in the company’s technology strategy and production focus. This move coincides with the discontinuation of its flagship Alder Lake CPU, the Core i9-12900KS, which only debuted in late 2021. As of July 1, Intel updated the status of

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Evolving GootLoader Malware: Persistent Threat with Advanced Evasion Tactics
Cyber Security
Evolving GootLoader Malware: Persistent Threat with Advanced Evasion Tactics

The GootLoader malware, a persistent threat in the realm of cybersecurity, demonstrates an evolution that demands constant vigilance. Originating as a malware loader linked to the notorious Gootkit banking trojan and the cybercriminal group Hive0127 (also known as UNC2565), GootLoader has evolved into a formidable tool for distributing additional malicious payloads to compromised systems. Despite several updates and new iterations,

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Is Observability Key to Boosting DevOps Productivity in ANZ Organizations?
DevOps
Is Observability Key to Boosting DevOps Productivity in ANZ Organizations?

In the fast-evolving landscape of software development, organizations in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) are increasingly embracing modern practices to enhance efficiency and competitiveness. A key trend that has emerged is the focus on observability to drive DevOps productivity. By leveraging observability at various stages of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), organizations aim to streamline their processes, enhance security, and

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