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Activision shuts down claims that Call of Duty's upgraded anti-cheat can be bypassed
Activision has addressed claims that its Ricochet anti-cheat system, particularly the Microsoft Azure Attestation component, can be bypassed. The company stated that Microsoft has already fixed the reported vulnerability and that the system remains effective in identifying and preventing cheaters from entering matches. This update is part of ongoing efforts to combat cheating in Call of Duty titles, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
Evening Safety Dance
Microsoft is implementing a significant security update for its Windows operating system in the near future. The change aims to enhance the overall security posture of the platform for its users.
Linux Mint gets file manager improvements, a new screenshot tool and more
Linux Mint is implementing significant improvements for its upcoming release, including performance enhancements to the Nemo file manager and a new screenshot tool for the Cinnamon desktop. The update also features draggable confirmation dialogs, theme tweaks, and support for WPA3 and OWE Wi-Fi protocols. Founder Clément Lefèbvre also highlighted security updates and a warning about malicious websites impersonating FOSS projects.
Sunday Safety Dance
New research indicates that ordinary WiFi signals can be used to identify individuals with near-perfect accuracy. This technology leverages the unique way people interact with and reflect WiFi signals to create a recognizable pattern.
PS5 Security Flaw Confirmed, More PlayStation Accounts Hacked
A security flaw on the PlayStation 5 has been confirmed as the cause of numerous PlayStation account hacks, primarily through social engineering scams involving PlayStation Support agents. Scammers can gain account control by providing recent purchase history, bypassing two-factor authentication and passkeys. Prominent figures like Colin Moriarty have been affected, with some users losing access to their accounts permanently.
Discord just made your voice and video calls more private and secure than ever — but age verification privacy…
Discord has implemented end-to-end encryption (E2EE) by default for all voice and video calls using its DAVE protocol, enhancing privacy and security. This feature is available across various platforms including PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. Despite this security improvement, Discord's controversial age verification plans are still set for implementation later in 2026, and E2EE will not be extended to text messages.
Microsoft continues to build towards a passwordless future by phasing out an authentication method that's become…
Microsoft is phasing out SMS codes as an authentication method for personal accounts, moving towards a passwordless future. The company is promoting Passkeys, which utilize on-device authentication like PINs, face scans, or fingerprint scans, as a faster and more phishing-resistant alternative.
Playground Games confirms Forza Horizon 6 leak, threatens "franchise-wide and hardware bans" for anyone…
Playground Games has confirmed that Forza Horizon 6 has leaked ahead of its May 19 launch, denying any connection to pre-load issues. The studio is implementing strict enforcement actions, including franchise-wide and hardware bans, against individuals found accessing the leaked build.
Morning Safety Dance
This article discusses the potential for a compromise between privacy, security, and law enforcement needs, particularly in the context of encryption backdoors and lawful access. It questions whether a balance is achievable given these competing interests.
PrivadoVPN review - a wonderful free VPN, and decent service all round
PrivadoVPN is a budget-friendly VPN service offering fast speeds and a zero-logs policy, making it a strong option for gaming and streaming. While it lacks post-quantum encryption and independent audits, its free plan and 30-day money-back guarantee provide ample opportunity to test its capabilities.
Morning Safety Dance
This article delves into the extensive surveillance systems employed at Madison Square Garden, examining the technologies and practices used to monitor attendees. It explores the implications of such pervasive monitoring for privacy and security within the venue.
Project Zomboid identifies and bans over a dozen Steam Workshop mods containing 'heavily obfuscated code' that…
Project Zomboid developer The Indie Stone has identified and banned over a dozen Steam Workshop mods containing malicious code. These mods were found to be generating harmful files outside the game's directory, prompting an investigation and subsequent bans to protect players.
PlaysOut Teams Up with CacheWallet for Improved Web3 Gaming Security
Web3 gaming platform PlaysOut has partnered with CacheWallet to enhance security and asset management for players. The collaboration will introduce AI-driven recovery mechanisms and secure wallet technology to simplify user experience and protect digital assets, aiming to build consumer confidence in the Web3 gaming space.
The Role of APIs in the iGaming Ecosystem
This analysis details the critical role of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) in the modern iGaming ecosystem, enabling distributed systems for gameplay, payments, and player management. APIs facilitate real-time data exchange, ensuring stability and consistency across services in a global market exceeding $90 billion. The article outlines the architecture of iGaming platforms, the importance of API contracts for game providers and operators, and the security and compliance measures essential for reliable operations.
Evening Safety Dance
Warframe players are being warned by Kotaku not to accept suspicious in-game invitations that could be malicious. Separately, a cryptographer is contesting a ban from RustSec over bug reporting practices.
Android will hide app sideloading behind a new one-time security process
Google is implementing a new one-time security process for Android users to sideload apps from unverified developers. This multi-step procedure includes enabling developer mode, restarting the phone, and confirming identity via biometrics or PIN. The company is also offering free limited distribution accounts for hobbyist developers to share apps with up to 20 devices without requiring verification.
PS3 Gets Surprise System Update 4.93 for March 2026
Sony has released a surprise system software update, version 4.93, for the PlayStation 3. The update, released on March 18, 2026, aims to improve system performance and enhance security by patching exploits, particularly those related to jailbreaks. This update is also necessary for renewing the Blu-ray player encryption key.
The Role of APIs in the iGaming Ecosystem
This analysis details the critical role of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) in the modern iGaming ecosystem, enabling distributed systems for gameplay, payments, and player management. APIs facilitate real-time data exchange, ensuring stability and consistency across services in a global market exceeding $90 billion. The article outlines the architecture of iGaming platforms, the importance of API contracts for game providers and operators, and the security and compliance measures essential for reliable operations.
Embark Studios rushes to fix Arc Raiders Discord integration bug
Embark Studios is investigating a significant security flaw discovered in Arc Raiders that could expose players' private Discord messages and friend lists. The developer has stated it is conducting a deeper audit into the issue affecting the PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X versions of the game.
Arc Raiders accused of logging private Discord chats in privacy scare
Arc Raiders is facing scrutiny after reports indicated its client logged private Discord messages and authentication tokens. Embark Studios has released a hotfix to disable excessive logging and stated that private data was not sent externally. The developer has also promised a system audit following the incident.
