The release of the ASRock X870E Taichi Lite motherboard heralds a significant milestone in the realm of high-end gaming and computing. Launched on September 30, 2024, this motherboard is part of AMD’s innovative 800-series chipset line, promising cutting-edge features and performance capabilities. But what sets this motherboard apart, and how does it fit into the broader landscape of gaming PCs?
Progress Software has recently released urgent updates to address six substantial security vulnerabilities in WhatsUp Gold, their widely-used network monitoring tool. These updates, part of version 24.0.1 and released on September 20, 2024, aim to mitigate risks associated with these flaws. Notably, two of these vulnerabilities hold a severe rating of 9.8 within the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS). The
The anticipation surrounding Nvidia’s upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 graphics cards is palpable, setting the tech community abuzz with excitement. Multiple credible sources, including the Chinese tech site Benchlife and the renowned leaker Kopite7kimi, point towards a grand unveiling at CES 2025. These GPUs, particularly the RTX 5090, are expected to push the envelope in both gaming and
Cybersecurity experts are sounding the alarm on a new method of cyberattack targeting Russian-speaking users. This novel technique, known as HTML smuggling, is being employed to distribute the infamous DCRat malware, also referred to as DarkCrystal RAT. This development marks a significant shift in the way DCRat is delivered to unsuspecting victims, leveraging stealthy tactics that bypass traditional security measures.
The tech world is abuzz with AMD’s latest announcement: the launch of the AM5 platform and the new 800-series motherboards. This marks a pivotal step in AMD’s continuous effort to push the boundaries of technology, offering advanced features that cater to gamers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts alike. With a focus on future-proofing, enhanced performance, and broader market coverage, this
The dawn of quantum computing is drawing near, promising revolutionary advances. Along with these advances, however, quantum computing brings significant risks, particularly to cybersecurity. While the technology is nascent, its potential to disrupt current encryption and data security measures calls for immediate and proactive responses from security professionals and decision-makers alike. Understanding the Quantum Threat Quantum Parallelism: A New Dimension
Intel’s Raptor Lake CPUs have been plagued by instability issues that have caused significant concern among users and industry experts. Specifically, these problems stem from a Vmin shift instability, leading affected CPUs to request excessive power from the motherboard and resulting in instability. Initially, Intel released microcode updates in June (0x125) and August (0x129) to mitigate the problem, but these
The tech community is abuzz with significant price reductions for NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs, especially among UK retailers. As anticipation builds for the next generation of GPUs, these price drops are more than just deals; they reflect a strategic maneuver as the market prepares for an influx of new technology. The current price-slashing trend is a deliberate effort
The recent exposure of thousands of US Congress staffers’ email addresses on the dark web has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. This revelation underscores the potential vulnerabilities in government cybersecurity measures that could jeopardize national security. Numerous congressional email addresses, associated with plaintext passwords, are now vulnerable to malicious attacks. Alarming Discovery of Congressional Emails on the Dark Web
The rapid escalation of cyberspace threats from state-sponsored actors associated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has prompted significant legislative action within the United States. On September 24, 2024, Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) introduced a groundbreaking bill dedicated to safeguarding U.S. critical infrastructure against CCP-affiliated cyber aggressions. As cyber threats persist and evolve, the legislation underscores the urgent need for
The rise of mobile devices has revolutionized how we work and communicate, presenting unprecedented convenience and capabilities in our daily routines. However, as more employees rely on smartphones and tablets for various work-related tasks, these devices have emerged as prime targets for cybercriminals, fundamentally reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. With millions of mobile devices connected worldwide, the shift to mobile platforms
The recent leak of specifications for Nvidia’s highly anticipated RTX 5090 and 5080 graphics cards has ignited a flurry of excitement and skepticism across the tech community. According to the well-known leaker kopite7kimi, the flagship RTX 5090 will feature the GB202-300 GPU with 21,760 FP32 CUDA cores, a 512-bit memory bus, 32GB of GDDR7 RAM, and an enormous power consumption
