Hackers exploit SiteGuard WAF vulnerability to execute commands as administrators

Hackers exploit SiteGuard WAF vulnerability to execute commands as administrators

Hackers are exploiting an operating system command entry vulnerability in SiteGuard Server Edition’s web application firewall (WAF), which allows them to execute commands with ROOT or SYSTEM privileges on affected computers. The security issue is tracked as CVE-2026-106931 and affects the statistics feature in host-based WAF instances, which is enabled by default. SiteGuard is a … Read more

Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook could be launched on November 6: Here’s what to expect

Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook could be launched on November 6: Here’s what to expect

After more than a decade without using a touch screen in its Mac recorder, Apple will finally release its first touch screen MacBook on November 6, after announcing it on October 27. Of course, rumors are rumors – although all reputable sources have agreed with the idea MacBook Pro Get support for touch soon. Apple … Read more

Android gets AI protection against messaging scams and fake calls

Android gets AI protection against messaging scams and fake calls

Google has announced new AI-powered defenses against scam message and call forwarding abuse on Android, which are currently rolling out to eligible devices. The new measures aim to counter the increasing sophistication of scams targeting mobile users, including fraudulent bank alerts and voice cloning attacks. “Mobile scams have evolved far beyond simple robocalls and phishing … Read more

All-flash NAS was supposed to be the future, and SSD prices have set it back by years

All-flash NAS was supposed to be the future, and SSD prices have set it back by years

On the surface, network-attached storage devices capable of backing up data, sharing files, and archiving documents seem simple to use. But as you delve deeper into storage server territory, you encounter all kinds of file systems, complex-sounding network shares, and a boatload of technical jargon. Even on the hardware side, you have a variety of … Read more

Indie App Spotlight: ‘Hoardware’ makes it easy to keep track of your Apple device collection

Indie App Spotlight: ‘Hoardware’ makes it easy to keep track of your Apple device collection

Welcome to the Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you are a developer and want your app to stand out, please get in touch. If you are someone who collects many different Apple products, Hardware is your one stop shop … Read more

BAE Systems cyberattack disrupts U.S. federal court operations

BAE Systems cyberattack disrupts U.S. federal court operations

The Administrative Office of the US Courts (AOUSC) says a cyberattack on government contractor BAE Systems has crippled the notice system used by federal bankruptcy courts. In a news release Thursday, the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts said the BAE Systems cyberattack also halted the creation and distribution of bankruptcy notices. “The Administrative Office … Read more

I rebuilt my Windows PC from a single YAML file and will never click through installers again

I rebuilt my Windows PC from a single YAML file and will never click through installers again

You know what’s the worst part about getting a new Windows PC or doing a clean install of Windows? When you first boot, your computer will be empty and it will take many hours to make it yours. As someone who does consumer technology journalism and continues to test new hardware, I’ve been in this … Read more

Drupal fixes critical RCE bugs and warns that exploits may appear soon

Drupal fixes critical RCE bugs and warns that exploits may appear soon

Drupal has fixed two critical vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to remotely execute code on websites running a supported version of the content management system. The security issues affect the Field UI module of the software kernel and the contributed Entity List module. Drupal issued a warning earlier this week, urging administrators to apply updates … Read more

Buying a walk-in iPhone Duo may be challenging at launch, according to reports

Buying a walk-in iPhone Duo may be challenging at launch, according to reports

According to a New report from MacRumorsApple employees have been told to warn customers that the iPhone Duo may not be available for purchase on launch day if you do not pre-order. Now, Apple’s website suggests that you can check back for iPhone Duo availability on October 24. However, this is not a guarantee of … Read more