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Microsoft 365 to block file access via legacy auth protocols by default
Microsoft has announced that it will start updating security defaults for all Microsoft 365 tenants in July to block access to SharePoint, OneDrive, and Office files via legacy authentication protocols. These changes will also address application access permissions that can expose organizations to unnecessary security risks. The rollout is set to begin in mid-July 2025, with an estimated completion date…
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Salesforce changes Slack API terms to block bulk data access for LLMs – Computerworld
SaaS overload SaaS platforms – Salesforce, Teams, Gmail, Google Drive, Office 365, Dropbox, ServiceNow, GitHub, and many others – are hugely popular, but the more of these an organization uses, the more ‘silos’ of data employees must trawl through to find useful information. Founded by former Google employees, Glean itself supports 100 of these platforms, which puts the scale of the…
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Google Wallet is losing access to PayPal
Google Wallet will soon no longer let you pay with your PayPal account in the US. On a help center page spotted by Android Authority, Google says it will stop supporting the payment method and automatically delete linked PayPal accounts on June 13th, 2025. The company has also stopped letting users link PayPal accounts to Wallet as of April 11th.…
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How to Access Your Home Computer While Traveling
Summary Remote desktop and VPN are different – RDP controls computers remotely, VPN connects to a home network. Choose a remote desktop app like TeamViewer, RustDesk, or Chrome Remote Desktop for easy access. Chrome Remote Desktop syncs well with Google accounts, is simple to set up, and doesn’t require software installation on host computers. As you get ready to head…
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A flaw in OneDrive’s File Picker feature could give access to hundreds of apps
A newly-discovered security flaw in OneDrive’s File Picker feature could expose users’ entire OneDrive content to third-party web applications such as ChatGPT. The vulnerability, discovered by Oasis Security, allows websites to access a user’s entire OneDrive content, rather than just the specific files selected for upload via the File Picker feature. Researchers said they believe that hundreds of apps are…
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US to block China’s access to essential semiconductor design software – Computerworld
“With Cadence and Synopsys being US-based companies and Siemens contributing to more than 90% share of the EDA tools globally, this move further tightens EDA software sales in China,” said Neil Shah, VP for research and partner at Counterpoint Research. “EDA tools cannot be substituted and are the foundation to chip design and manufacturing.” What makes this strategically different is…
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The security implications of the Data (Use and Access) Bill
The Data (Use and Access) Bill is the latest data protection legislation currently making its way through parliament and will apply to any organization operating in the UK. This bill aims to update the UK’s data policies, including UK GDPR, Investigatory Powers Act 2016 and Data Protection Act 2018, as well as relaxing the permitted uses of data processing for…
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Amazon Fire TV Has a Command Line, Here’s How to Access It
Summary Fire TV uses Android as its base OS, enabling access to ADB for a full Linux command line experience. Enabling ADB on Fire TV is straightforward through Developer Options to access a full command line. ADB allows for various functions on Fire TV like controlling media playback or triggering remote button actions. Did you know that Amazon’s Fire TV…
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Why your business needs dedicated internet access – Computerworld
Reliable internet service is no longer a nice-to-have for businesses — it’s a must. Whether for cloud apps, video calls, or running an online store, companies need a steady connection to keep things running smoothly, serve customers, and stay ahead of the competition. Standard broadband might work for basic needs, but businesses with growing digital demands need something stronger. Dedicated internet…
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How to regain admin access from standard account on Windows 11
On Windows 11, if you lose access to your administrator account, you can still regain elevated access, and in this guide, I’ll show you how to complete this task. If you have a computer and accidentally deleted your administrator account, and now you only have a standard user account, you won’t be able to perform elevated tasks, such as making…
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