ESET researchers have recently discovered and analyzed a 0-day exploit deployed in a highly targeted attack in Eastern Europe. The exploit used a local privilege escalation vulnerability in Microsoft Windows. ESET immediately reported the issue to the Microsoft Security Response Center,Read More…

Microsoft believes the Meltdown and Spectre fixes will slow down servers drastically and reduce the performance of personal computers as well. In a blog post, the firm suggested that the slowdowns from the Meltdown and Spectre fixes could be a lot more extensive than Intel suggested previously.  Read More…

BenQ, a provider of digital lifestyle innovations and LED monitors, has announced the expansion of its Eye-Care Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) lineup with the launch of the 84-inch interactive flat panel RP840G. Designed to enhance classroom interactivity and collaboration with a new level of versatility, RP840G uses 10-point multi-touch technologyRead More…

Distributors of Internet security products and Information Technology services, Elektrotek Middle East launched the sixth generation of the Windows protection software Emsisoft Anti-Malware in Middle East region. According to Emsisoft Anti-Malware it has the clear potential to operate almost unnoticeably to the user while offering the best possible protection. Emsisoft Anti-Malware secures your computer and ensures that viruses, trojan horses, rootkits, keyloggers and other Malware inventions of the online criminal community can no longer cause damage. Read More…

Microsoft Corp and Skype Global S.à r.l have announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Microsoft will acquire Skype, a global Internet communications company, for US$8.5 billion in cash from the investor group led by Silver Lake. The agreement has been approved by the boards of directors of both Microsoft and Skype. The acquisition will increase the accessibility of real-time video and voice communications, bringing benefits to both consumers and enterprise users and generating significant new business and revenue opportunities.Read More…