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Hackers exploit Roundcube webmail flaw to steal email, credentials
Threat actors have been exploiting a vulnerability in the Roundcube Webmail client to target government organizations in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) region, the successor of the former Soviet Union. An attack was discovered by Russian cybersecurity company Positive Technologies in September, but the researchers determined that the threat actor activity had started in June. Roundcube Webmail is an…
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Google Scholar has a ‘verified email’ for Sir Isaac Newton
It’s true: Google Scholar profile of the renowned former physicist and polymath, Sir Isaac Newton bears a “verified email” note. According to Google Scholar, Isaac Newton is a “Professor of Physics, MIT” with a “Verified email at mit.edu.” The mystery of ‘verified’ scholar Isaac Newton Earlier this week, Jay Cummings, a math professor at California State University, Sacramento, and a published author steered everyone’s attention…
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It’s Finally Easy to Change Your Apple Account Email
Our world may change fast, but some things really do stay the same. Take your Apple Account (formally Apple ID), for example: Whether you set up your first account with Apple this year, or you made one back in 2011, it’s probably been tied to the same email address this whole time. That’s by design: Apple has never wanted you switching…
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Changing Your Apple Account’s Primary Email Just Got a Lot Easier
Starting with iOS 18.1, you can easily change the primary email address associated with your Apple Account without going through a multistep process. This major improvement allows you to move away from your old @icloud.com, @mac.com, or @me.com email address and use a fresh new one that suits your taste or isn’t inundated by spam. “If you no longer use…
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Microsoft Outlook bug blocks email logins, causes app crashes
Microsoft is investigating an Outlook bug causing desktop app crashes, high system resource usage, and preventing users from logging into their accounts. While the company said these ongoing issues only affect European customers, users worldwide have since reported experiencing the same sign-in and app instability problems. “We’re investigating an issue in which users in Europe may be experiencing crashing, not…
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7 Best SMTP Servers for Email Marketing 2024
Improvements in email marketing systems are driven by advancements in technology and evolving consumer expectations. While there are Webmail-style systems available, you should look at SNMP servers for an avenue that enables greater control and strategies that include custom application development. Here is our list of the best SMTP servers for email marketing: SMTP2Go EDITOR’S CHOICE Reliable SMTP server with…
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Over 5,000 Fake Microsoft Notifications Fueling Email Compromise Campaigns
Check Point’s Harmony Email & Collaboration team detected over 5,000 emails disguised as Microsoft product notifications, which could lead to email extortion, the cybersecurity company said on Oct. 2. The emails stand out for their polished appearance and the inclusion of legitimate links. The announcement comes as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, highlighting the ongoing risks posed by phishing attacks.…
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British man arrested over hack-to-trade scheme using email password resets
A British man faces extradition to the US after hacking Office 365 email accounts of executives in order to gain inside information for stock trades. The US Department of Justice said London-based Robert Westbrook began his hack-to-trade scheme in 2019 and ran for at least a year until 2020. By using the information collected, he made $3.75 million, according to…
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How to import email from other accounts into Gmail
If you’re anything like me, you spend a lot of each day jumping between multiple email accounts — and multiple email apps — trying to get to inbox zero. Anything that can be done to reduce the number of places where messages are piling up can save time and reduce confusion. Gmail can import emails from other accounts like iCloud…
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Sending One Email With ChatGPT is the Equivalent of Consuming One Bottle of Water
ChatGPT with GPT-4 uses approximately 519 milliliters of water, slightly more than one 16.9 ounce bottle, in order to write one 100-word email, according to original research from The Washington Post and the University of California, Riverside. This extravagant resource use can worsen human-caused drought conditions, particularly in already dry climates. The Washington Post’s reporting is based on the research…
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