In a significant blow to the cybercriminal underworld, the notorious ALPHV (also known as BlackCat) ransomware group has been taken down by law enforcement. Cyber-threat intelligence firm RedSense has revealed that ALPHV’s leak site, a hub for stolen data and ransom demands, has been dismantled. The involvement of RedSense and their findings shed light on the nature of this takedown.
The global pandemic exposed the vulnerabilities of global supply chains, prompting companies to reassess their strategies and prepare for future disruptions. One such company is Nvidia, a leading player in the semiconductor industry, which is considering diversifying its foundry options beyond its reliance on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). Nvidia’s reliance on TSMC As a major player in the graphics
Cybersecurity is an ongoing battle, and one aspect that is becoming increasingly evident is the impact of geopolitics on the frequency and severity of denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has issued a warning highlighting how these attacks are motivated by political and activist agendas, with the war in Ukraine being a major driving factor. In
Leaked benchmarks of Intel’s highly anticipated 14th Gen Core i5-14600 CPU have surfaced, providing a glimpse into the impressive performance gains of this upcoming processor. The information, brought to light by Enthusiast Citizen, offers new insights into the capabilities of Intel’s next-generation Raptor Lake Refresh Non-K series. Overview of the Intel Core i5-14600 The Intel Core i5-14600 belongs to the
In an exciting and highly anticipated leak, details about Intel’s upcoming flagship CPU, the Core Ultra 9 185H “Meteor Lake,” have emerged. These leaks were spotted within the Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Ultra laptop, indicating that Intel’s latest processor is set to make a significant impact in the market. Let’s delve deeper into the rumors surrounding this highly anticipated CPU
Nvidia, renowned for its cutting-edge graphics cards, might be preparing to shake up the market by replacing the popular RTX 3050 graphics card. Recent rumors suggest that Nvidia is considering introducing a refreshed version of the RTX 3050, possibly with a reduced core count and lower power usage. While these rumors should be taken with a grain of salt until
In a concerning development, Ukrainian and Polish authorities have become the primary targets of a threat actor that deploys Trojan-laced phishing emails. The malicious campaign has caught the attention of cybersecurity experts, who have named the group behind the attacks UAC-0050. This article delves into the attribution of the phishing wave and explores the techniques employed by this hacking group.
Intel’s upcoming Sierra Forest CPU has been garnering attention in the tech industry. One of the most interesting aspects of this CPU is its focus on efficiency cores, or E-cores, which are aimed at maximizing core density. However, the first benchmark results for Sierra Forest have recently surfaced online, and it seems that Intel may have a tough battle ahead
At the 2023 IEEE International Electron Devices Meeting (IEDM), Intel researchers showcased advancements in 3D stacked CMOS transistors combined with backside power and direct backside contacts. These breakthroughs in transistor architecture technology are crucial for further scaling and improved performance. In this article, we will explore the research presented by Intel’s Components Research group and their efforts to extend Moore’s
Acer, a recent entrant in the DIY space, has showcased its engineering expertise with the release of the Predator BiFrost series. One standout feature of this series is the combination of axial and blower fans on the same card. Acer has now started shipping cards within its latest Predator Orion X PCs, and the first review unit of this high-end
On December 14th, Intel is gearing up to release its highly anticipated 5th Generation scalable Xeon CPUs, codenamed Emerald Rapids. These state-of-the-art processors are the successors to the 4th Generation Sapphire Rapids CPUs, promising increased core counts, larger cache pools, and enhanced memory support. In this article, we will delve deeper into the features and performance improvements offered by Emerald
AMD has released its latest graphics driver, version 23.12.1, which reportedly addresses a longstanding problem with power consumption in RDNA 3 desktop graphics cards. Previous drivers had caused these graphics cards to consume excessive power during idle periods, leading to higher energy usage and potentially increased bills. To determine the effectiveness of the new driver, our sister site Tom’s Hardware
