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This Might Be the Most Massive Black Hole Ever Discovered

wired.com Jorge Garay 2025-11-26 11:47:40

Astronomers have identified what could be a new supermassive black hole, and with an estimated mass 36 billion times that of the sun, it is about 10,000 times heavier than the black hole at the center of the Milky Way. This would make it among the most massive objects ever detected. The finding, published in the Monthly Notice of the Royal Astronomical Society, was made by researchers from the Institute of Cosmology and Gravitation at the University of Portsmouth in the UK in collaboration with

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Hackers leak Allianz Life data stolen in Salesforce attacks

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-26 22:03:47

Hackers have released stolen data belonging to US insurance giant Allianz Life, exposing 2.8 million records with sensitive information on business partners and customers in ongoing Salesforce data theft attacks. Last month, Allianz Life disclosed that it suffered a data breach when the personal information for the "majority" of its 1.4 million customers was stolen from a third-party, cloud-based CRM system on July 16th. While the company did not name the provider, BleepingComputer first repor

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Go 1.25 Release Notes

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-26 21:25:01

Introduction to Go 1.25 The latest Go release, version 1.25, arrives in August 2025, six months after Go 1.24. Most of its changes are in the implementation of the toolchain, runtime, and libraries. As always, the release maintains the Go 1 promise of compatibility. We expect almost all Go programs to continue to compile and run as before. Changes to the language There are no languages changes that affect Go programs in Go 1.25. However, in the language specification the notion of core types

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Scientists Discover What Appears to Be the Largest Black Hole in the Universe, So Heavy That It Completely Bends the Light Around It Into a Giant Ring

futurism.com Unknown 2025-11-27 02:58:44

Astronomers have discovered what could be the largest black hole ever detected. With a mass of 36 billion times that of our Sun, its gravity is so powerful that it bends the light of an entire galaxy behind it into a near-perfect circle called an Einstein ring, effectively reducing a realm with trillions of stars of its own into an astrophysical fashion accessory. It's 10,000 times as heavy as our Milky Way's own central black hole, and is nigh unto breaking the universe's theoretical upper limi

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Russia reportedly implicated in hack on US federal courts' databases

engadget.com Unknown 2025-11-27 08:40:30

Databases used by US federal courts for sharing and managing case documents have been hacked. Politico first reported on the hack last week on August 6; today, an investigation from The New York Times states that Russia is suspected to be involved in the attack. The Administrative Office of the US Courts initially identified the severity of the cyberattack in July, although the extent of the breach by "persistent and sophisticated cyber threat actors" has not been disclosed and may still not be

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Russian government hackers said to be behind US federal court filing system hack: Report

techcrunch.com Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai 2025-11-27 08:26:09

The Russian government is allegedly behind the data breach affecting the U.S. court filing system known as PACER, according to The New York Times. Citing anonymous sources, the newspaper said Russia “is at least in part responsible” for the cyberattack, without saying what part of the Russian government is behind the hack. The hackers searched for “midlevel criminal cases in the New York City area and several other jurisdictions, with some cases involving people with Russian and Eastern Europe

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This Bluetooth tracker's latest feature could save your life - but it costs extra

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2025-11-27 12:35:16

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET ZDNET's takeaways Pebblebee announces a new safety feature for Clip trackers. Alert Live sends your real-time location to up to five contacts. The feature costs $2.99 a month or $24.99 a year. Days after announcing that its Clip would be the first tracker to be able to use both Google's and Apple's Find My networks, Pebblebee just revealed another major upgrade for the Clip -- a potentially life-saving one. In July, Clip trackers (which made ZDNET's list of the

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Docker Hub still hosts dozens of Linux images with the XZ backdoor

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-27 17:43:20

The XZ-Utils backdoor, first discovered in March 2024, is still present in at least 35 Linux images on Docker Hub, potentially putting users, organizations, and their data at risk. Docker Hub is the official public container image registry operated by Docker, allowing developers and organizations to upload or download prebuilt images and share them with the community. Many CI/CD pipelines, developers, and production systems pull images directly from Docker Hub as base layers for their own cont

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Hackers breach and expose a major North Korean spying operation

techcrunch.com Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai 2025-11-27 22:34:34

Hackers claim to have compromised the computer of a North Korean government hacker and leaked its contents online, offering a rare window into a hacking operation by the notoriously secretive nation. The two hackers, who go by Saber and cyb0rg, published a report about the breach in the latest issue of Phrack magazine, a legendary cybersecurity e-zine that was first published in 1985. The latest issue was distributed at the Def Con hackers conference in Las Vegas last week. In the article, the

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US govt seizes $1 million in crypto from BlackSuit ransomware gang

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-28 03:18:34

The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) seized cryptocurrency and digital assets worth $1,091,453 at the time of confiscation, on January 9, 2024, from the BlackSuit ransomware gang. The authorities tracked the crypto as the cybercriminals moved it repeatedly across virtual currency exchange accounts, depositing and withdrawing it to obfuscate the trace. Eventually, the amount was frozen when it reached a cooperating exchange. The action was made possible thanks to evidence collected by the U.S.

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This new Arch Linux tool takes the hassle out of keeping packages up to date - here's how

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-11-28 08:45:07

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways New Arch tool alerts maintainers when packages are outdated. Bumpbuddy automates GitLab issue creation for updates. Web dashboard and API planned for future Bumpbuddy versions. Bumpbuddy is a new Arch Linux tool that aims to improve how maintainers are informed about packages within the primary repositories. This new app uses a background service (daemon) to monitor package versions and even automatically opens issues on GitLab if it detect

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Over 3,000 NetScaler devices left unpatched against CitrixBleed 2 bug

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-28 12:31:49

Over 3,300 Citrix NetScaler devices remain unpatched against a critical vulnerability that allows attackers to bypass authentication by hijacking user sessions, nearly two months after patches were released. Tracked as CVE-2025-5777 and referred to as CitrixBleed 2, this out-of-bounds memory read vulnerability results from insufficient input validation, enabling unauthenticated attackers to access restricted memory regions remotely on devices configured as a Gateway (VPN virtual server, ICA Pro

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Windows has a secret backup tool - here's how to use it

zdnet.com Lance Whitney 2025-11-28 17:40:51

Lance Whitney / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ZDNET's key takeaways Windows has a hidden backup tool in Windows 10 and 11. It can save files to discs, drives, or network locations. Deprecated by Microsoft, so expect occasional errors. Regularly backing up your files is always a good idea, just in case any important or irreplaceable ones go missing. For that, you can turn to a variety of programs. But Windows itself has a built-in backup tool that's simple and flexible. The catch is that you

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Best Kids Backpacks, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

wired.com Adrienne So 2025-11-28 16:03:00

As an adult gear tester, I have one major problem with looking for the best kids backpack: Ultimately, the decision is not up to me. My 8-year-old and 10-year-old are the ones who have to carry this backpack to school, camp, and beyond. It has to protect iPads and Chromebooks, fit lunch boxes and water bottles, and get kicked around cars, bikes, and school gyms. Most importantly, it has to be comfortable. And be a good fashion accessory. And you have to find it quickly when it’s hung up on a hoo

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Reddit blocks non-profit Wayback Machine from archiving the site

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2025-11-28 22:35:55

The Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine is one of the most valuable free services available on the web, ensuring that important sources of information are protected from the vicissitudes of fate and tech companies. Until recently, the archive was able to capture the entirety of Reddit, but that is no longer the case following new restrictions implemented by the for-profit community discussion platform … The Internet Archive The archive has been in operation since 1996. We began in 1996 by arc

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High-severity WinRAR 0-day exploited for weeks by 2 groups

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-28 22:19:47

A high-severity zero-day in the widely used WinRAR file compressor is under active exploitation by two Russian cybercrime groups. The attacks backdoor computers that open malicious archives attached to phishing messages, some of which are personalized. Security firm ESET said Monday that it first detected the attacks on July 18, when its telemetry spotted a file in an unusual directory path. By July 24, ESET determined that the behavior was linked to the exploitation of an unknown vulnerability

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Trump says he's open to letting Nvidia sell a downgraded version of its most advanced chip to China

cnbc.com Arjun Kharpal 2025-11-29 06:39:25

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, right, speaks alongside President Donald Trump about investing in America, at the White House in Washington, on April 30, 2025. U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled that he'd be open to allowing Nvidia to sell a downgraded version of its most advanced artificial intelligence chip to China. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Trump said that he could make a deal with Nvidia if it could reduce the performance of its Blackwell system. "It's possible I'd make a

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StarDict sends X11 clipboard to remote servers

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-29 06:08:13

StarDict sends X11 clipboard to remote servers [LWN subscriber-only content] StarDict is a GPLv3-licensed cross-platform dictionary application. It includes dictionaries for a number of languages, and has a rich plugin ecosystem. It also has a glaring security problem: while running on X11, using Debian's default configuration, it will send a user's text selections over unencrypted HTTP to two remote servers. On August 4, Vincent Lefevre reported the problem to the oss-security mailing list an

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Don't fall for AI-powered disinformation attacks online - here's how to stay sharp

zdnet.com Dan Patterson 2025-11-29 10:29:38

JuSun/Getty Images ZDNET's key takeaways AI-powered narrative attacks, or misinformation campaigns, are on the rise. These can create real business, brand, personal, and financial harm. Here are expert tips on how to spot and protect yourself against them. Last month, an old friend forwarded me a video that made my stomach drop. In it, what appeared to be violent protesters streaming down the streets of a major city, holding signs accusing the government and business officials of "censoring

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High-severity WinRAR 0-day exploited for weeks by 2 groups

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-11-29 08:13:14

A high-severity zero-day in the widely used WinRAR file compressor is under active exploitation by two Russian cybercrime groups. The attacks backdoor computers that open malicious archives attached to phishing messages, some of which are personalized. Security firm ESET said Monday that it first detected the attacks on July 18, when its telemetry spotted a file in an unusual directory path. By July 24, ESET determined that the behavior was linked to the exploitation of an unknown vulnerability

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Why tail-recursive functions are loops

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-26 00:10:54

One story every computing enthusiast should hear is the lesson of how loops and tail-recursion are equivalent. We like recursive functions because they’re amenable to induction, and we can derive them in a way that is in direct correspondence with the definition of the datatype over which they recur. We like loops because they’re fast and make intuitive sense as long as variables don’t change in too tricky a way. In general, recursive functions are slower than loops because they push stack fram

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North Korean Kimsuky hackers exposed in alleged data breach

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-30 03:42:46

The North Korean state-sponsored hackers known as Kimsuky has reportedly suffered a data breach after two hackers, who describe themselves as the opposite of Kimsuky's values, stole the group's data and leaked it publicly online. The two hackers, named 'Saber' and 'cyb0rg,' cited ethical reasons for their actions, saying Kimsuky is "hacking for all the wrong reasons," claiming they're driven by political agendas and follow regime orders instead of practicing the art of hacking independently. "

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Why Tail-Recursive Functions Are Loops

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-26 06:10:54

One story every computing enthusiast should hear is the lesson of how loops and tail-recursion are equivalent. We like recursive functions because they’re amenable to induction, and we can derive them in a way that is in direct correspondence with the definition of the datatype over which they recur. We like loops because they’re fast and make intuitive sense as long as variables don’t change in too tricky a way. In general, recursive functions are slower than loops because they push stack fram

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US government seized $1M from Russian ransomware gang

techcrunch.com Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai 2025-11-30 08:04:12

The U.S. Department of Justice announced on Monday it has seized the servers and $1 million in bitcoin from the prolific Russian ransomware gang behind the BlackSuit and Royal malware. According to the press release, a coalition of global law enforcement agencies, including from the U.S., Canada, Germany, Ireland, France, U.K., and others, seized four servers and nine domains on July 24. In addition, authorities also seized around $1 million in cryptocurrency. BlackSuit and Royal are two diffe

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White Mountain Direttissima

news.ycombinator.com Unknown 2025-11-26 09:44:57

White Mountain Direttissima I first attempted this route in 2016. While doing it in an unsupported style (carrying all my own food & gear), I did invite friends out to join me and also cached battery bricks so that I could document the effort. I finished in just under six days. I knew there was a lot of time for improvement but didn't feel the desire to return until last summer (2024). My 2024 effort would build on everything I had learned and experienced since 2016. I had better endurance, an

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Former Cop Says He Routinely Confiscated Guns, Fentanyl and Cocaine at Tesla Factory

futurism.com Unknown 2025-11-30 20:33:13

A lawsuit filed by Ozell Murray, a former police officer fired as head of security at Tesla's factory in Fremont, California, suggests the plant has a severe sexual assault, drug and alcohol abuse, and rampant racism problem. According to the 159-page federal suit, first obtained by The Independent, the officer's team "routinely" confiscated cocaine, fentanyl, and guns onsite. His team also investigated "acts of sexual deviance" and sent employees "home for being alcohol-intoxicated and high on

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The Rise of Native Phishing: Microsoft 365 Apps Abused in Attacks

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-11-30 21:17:28

Attackers don’t need exploits; they need TRUST. Changes in attack methods reflect changes in generations. Gen Z, a generation known for prioritizing ease and efficiency, is now entering the cybersecurity landscape on both sides. Some are protecting data, and others are stealing it. With the rise of AI and no-code platforms in attackers’ phishing toolkits, building trust and deceiving users has never been easier. Threat actors are blending default-trusted tools with free, legitimate services to

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One of our favorite Bluetooth speakers is cheaper than ever right now

engadget.com Unknown 2025-12-01 12:21:49

Yes, summer might be coming to a close sooner than any of us would like, but that doesn't mean the outdoor fun has to end. Currently, Ultimate Ears' Wonderboom 4 Bluetooth speaker is down to $60 from $100 in blue and black. The 40 percent discount brings the speaker to a record-low price. It's one of our picks for best portable Bluetooth speakers for 2025 thanks to features like its 14 hours of battery life and its IP67 dust and waterproof rating. There are a few other great sales on UE speake

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Alison Brie Wants to Make a Return to ‘Scream’

gizmodo.com James Whitbrook 2025-12-01 12:00:22

Denzel Washington is keeping quiet about his Black Panther 3 role. David S. Goyer teases the origins of the Blob for its new remake. Plus, the stars of Resident Alien hope for a movie to cap off the series. Spoilers, away! Black Panther 3 When asked by Screen Rant about his rumored role in Black Panther 3, Denzel Washington only answered, “That’s between me and [director] Ryan [Coogler].” Scream 7 During her recent appearance on the Shut Up Evan podcast (via Deadline), Alison Brie stated she

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M&S click and collect returns 15 weeks after cyber attack

feeds.bbci.co.uk Unknown 2025-12-02 02:09:15

M&S click and collect returns 15 weeks after cyber attack 3 hours ago Share Save Charlotte Edwards Technology reporter, BBC News Share Save Getty Images Marks & Spencer has resumed its click and collect service 15 weeks after it stopped the service following a hugely damaging cyber attack. The retailer stopped taking orders on its website and app for clothing and home deliveries and also paused its in store collection service on 25 April. Online orders resumed on 10 June and the company has n

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This Might Be the Most Massive Black Hole Ever Discovered

Hackers leak Allianz Life data stolen in Salesforce attacks

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Scientists Discover What Appears to Be the Largest Black Hole in the Universe, So Heavy That It Completely Bends the Light Around It Into a Giant Ring

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Reddit blocks non-profit Wayback Machine from archiving the site

High-severity WinRAR 0-day exploited for weeks by 2 groups

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High-severity WinRAR 0-day exploited for weeks by 2 groups

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