Mitigate the risk (For instance if the cost of the control is lower than the potential losses) Avoid the risk (This often covers risk with a very high financial impact and high likelihood of occurrence) Accept the risk (The organization decides not to implement controls for various reasons, including cost effectiveness) Transfer the risk (Usually to a 3rd party insurance) Compensation from a responsible 3rd party service provider, however, is not always considered....

It’s a comfort to know that all of your data is being backed up to the cloud. However, there’s also the question, “How do I turn off the iCloud if I’m not using it?” This question is becoming more and more common. While a strong majority of users still favor using the iCloud feature, for numerous reasons, it may be time to make a change. We’ll give you the what, why and how you should go about turning off the iCloud feature on your iPhone....

After replacing some key officials and deplaning their future path of action, the makers of CyanogenMod has reportedly decided to close their Seattle Headquarters by the end of this year. Inevitably, that would mean slaying a large chunk of its now 100 member team that works from offices based in Seattle and Palo Alto. This report further raises the question regarding the future of Cyanogen Inc. co-founder Steve Kondik, who as of now is functioning as the Chief Science Officer for the startup company....

Fortunately, Congress passed the CARES Act, which expanded unemployment benefits by an additional $600 per week until July. But not everyone has been able to take advantage of these payments thanks to poor and outdated computer infrastructure. Tap or click here to see why unemployment systems are run on 60-year-old machines. And if that weren’t bad enough, a series of data leaks appear to have affected unemployment systems in at least four different states....

Delete These Android Apps Now! A team of researchers from the well-known security firm, of course, I am talking about none other than ESET has recently discovered 13 fake applications on the tech giant Google’s well-known app store for Android, of course, Google Play Store that simply downloads malware onto the victim’s smartphone. And guess what’s the most interesting thing about this, as this malicious applications have been installed on more than half a million smartphones....

In Summary Dell’s Alienware laptops are renowned for being one of the most powerful machines in the consumer market. The Alienware M15 R7 is the latest offering by Dell with Intel’s 12th-generation i7-12700H CPU and RTX 3070 Ti graphics. It also gets a 240Hz screen, for a better gaming experience. The Alienware M15 R7 also appeals to gamers with its special honeycomb design and RGB lighting. The Dell Alienware M15 R7 is the company’s latest offering in its Alienware lineup, which now features Intel 12th-generation CPUs....

While it might be accurate for the most part, there could be some topics that you would rather not see advertised. For example, a vegan or vegetarian wouldn’t want to see ads about meat. Fortunately, you have some control over what kind of ads you see. Read on to see how Google makes it easier to opt out of sensitive topics. Here’s the backstory Targeted advertising is a lucrative industry, but the companies serving them also need to ensure that it reaches the right audience....

To meet the safety rules imposed by the White House protocol, the services provided him a new smartphone with high standards of safety and security, forcing the president to leave his Android. But the truth is that, once again, he did not follow the rules and kept his smartphone “unsafe.” Smartphone switching, for a much safer one, is one of the many steps the protocol requires for all new White House occupants....

New Interactive Modules Complete The OWASP Top 10! Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is an organization focused on improving the security of software by providing impartial, practical information on best practices. Aligning with the current OWASP list, SecurityIQ released three new security application modules. This update completes the OWASP top-ten with: Insecure Deserialization — Covers best practices for serialization. XML External Entities (XXE) — Explains how XXE attacks are executed, and how to prevent those attacks on your applications....

Gboard is ’s revitalized keyboard app, it brings in-frame web search so you can quickly pull up share info, emoji, GIFs, other details without leaving the conversation. Facebook’s dedicated Events app is also new this week, along with a trio of intriguing games: faux-retro action game Retro City Rampage DX, historical adventure 1979 Revolution: Black Friday, SMS-inspired text quest feline: Halfway to Infinity. Try a few fresh apps, enjoy the holidays, we’ll bring you even more picks once nuary rolls around....

Anthony Finn, University of South Australia Professor of Autonomous Systems, says that insect vision systems have been mapped for some time now to improve camera-based detections. But applying the same method to acoustic data represents a major innovation. “Bio-vision processing has been shown to greatly increase the detection range of drones in both visual and infrared data. However, we have now shown we can pick up clear and crisp acoustic signatures of drones, including very small and quiet ones, using an algorithm based on the hover fly’s visual system,” Finn says....

A couple of days ago, HTC rolled out the Sense 5.5 with Android 4.3 update for the international variant of the One. The update also included free 25GB of storage space on Google Drive for 2 years. Sadly, this promotional offer is not valid for Ones with unlocked bootloader or the developer edition. Fear not, as the developers over XDA forums have found a workaround to this problem. The process is slightly tedious and requires the use of ADB/Fastboot, but should be worth it for the free 25GB of storage space that you get in the end....

The CyanogenMod team today announced that it will offer its users an option to create a CyanogenMod account. The team is taking this decision in order to provide a better user experience to its users, and offer some new and advanced features. The completely optional CM account will provide CyanogenMod users with access to a completely encrypted end-to-end anti-theft service, similar to Android Device Manager, that will allow them to find their misplaced phones or remotely wipe it....

Freebies alone can’t offset the hard financial time’s people are experiencing. Thankfully, there are several companies looking to hire people immediately. Need a job? Tap or click here for a list of 12 companies that are hiring right now. From entertainment to fitness to food to education and more, there are countless freebies you can enjoy — if you know how to find them. But who wants to spend hours searching the internet?...

Online scammers and fraudsters cost consumers and businesses billions every year, and it appears that even cyber criminals aren’t immune to falling victim to scams. According to analysis of underground marketplaces by cybersecurity researchers at Sophos, cyber criminals have lost at least $2.5 million to other dark web scammers during the past 12 months – and that’s just on three prominent cybercrime forums, so the total figure is likely to be a lot higher....

Dell has confirmed to PCWorld that it will discontinue its Venue line of Android tablets. It will also stop releasing software updates for all of its current Venue tablets — a move that is bound to leave a bad taste in the mouth of many Dell Venue tablet owners. The company will however continue to provide warranty and repair support for the devices. A company’s spokesman said that it is taking this move due to the declining demand from consumers and the over-saturation of the market....

This includes things as such as human error; power failure; equipment failure; virus intrusion; general server crashes, and even cyber-based attacks. These incidents can result in outcomes ranging from temporary communication hindrance to permanent data loss or even system failure in extreme cases. The major categories of disaster can be classified as follows: This category includes various problems arising due to the failure of system components including the virtual machines, software applications, as well as the actual infrastructure of the data center....

Maybe the fear of losing one or both earbuds is holding you back. Apple’s Find My app uses GPS and Bluetooth to track down any lost AirPods — and an update helps you find them in a snap. Tap or click here for a clever way to keep track of your AirPods. Buy now to get these status symbols at super low prices One of the best ways to save cash on tech is grabbing an older model....

Here the role of a VPN is to hide your identity and encrypt the traffic. As of now, there are hundreds of VPN programs available for Windows 10. However, not all of them offer you free plans. Premium VPN offers you many exciting and useful features like Kill Switch, IP Leak protection, etc., but not everyone can afford them. Many users still use free VPN apps to connect to a public WiFi network....

So, if you are willing to explore the popular music streaming service, you have landed on the right page. In this article, we will talk about Spotify offline installers for all platforms. So, let’s check out. What is Spotify? Spotify is a digital music, podcast, and video service that gives you access to millions of songs. Millions of users right now use the music service. It’s available in two versions – Free and Premium....