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Motorola Rolls Out Android 14 Beta On Moto G54 5G; Features New Security Patch

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The Moto G54 5G has started to receive the Android 14 (Beta) update, along with December 2023 security patch and a firmware version of U1TD34.68. Check details here.

New Delhi: Exciting news for Moto G54 users! The Motorola phone with and MediaTek Dimensity 7020 has received the Android 14 Beta update for Indian users. This 1.6 GB update is bundled with the December 2023 security patch and firmware version U1TD34.68 that has made the smartphone more secure. Notably, Moto G54 was launched in India in September last year, and came with pre-installed Android 13 out of the box. Here are details on the features on the new OS update.

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All New Android 14 Beta On Moto G54 5G

The latest Android version is an upgrade to the existing Android 13, which was pre-installed on the smartphone at the time of its launch in India. The update includes a new firmware version, U1TD34.68, and a security patch to protect users from potential vulnerabilities and threats. The features also include advanced memory protection to shield the device from exploits on Armv9 silicon and other new ones. Here is the updated changelog for Android 14 Beta for the Moto G54 5G.

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Android 14 Beta (U1TD34.68) Changelog:

Personalisation:

  • More Personalisation Options: You have more options to customise the theme, look, and feel of your smartphone, for example, lock screen clock styles, app icons, and notification bubbles.
  • Custom Lock Screen Shortcuts: You can add quick access to your most used features, say a QR reader or Google Home, directly on your lock screen.
  • Curated Lock Screen Themes: You can choose from a selection of pre-made themes that adapt to your wallpaper and preferences, all up to you.

Accessibility:

  • Larger Fonts: Now you can scale text up to 200% for improved readability.
  • Non-linear Font Scaling: This feature ensures that only the text you need gets bigger,…

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Google Rolls Out Chrome Fix For First Chrome Zero-Day Exploit of 2024

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Google has recently addressed the first Chrome zero-day vulnerability exploited in the wild in the new year with security updates. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-0519, is a high-severity issue related to an out-of-bounds memory access weakness in the Chrome V8 JavaScript engine. Attackers could exploit this vulnerability to gain unauthorized access to data beyond the memory buffer, potentially leading to exposure of sensitive information or causing a system crash.

What is a Zero Day Vulnerability?

A zero-day vulnerability refers to a security flaw in software or hardware that is actively exploited by attackers before the vendor or developer becomes aware of it. The term “zero-day” indicates that there are zero days of protection for users from the time the vulnerability is discovered by malicious actors until a fix or patch is made available.

Attacks on the real world

In response to reports of the CVE-2024-0519 exploit being used in real-world attacks, Google released security updates for users in the Stable Desktop channel. The patched versions were made available globally for Windows (120.0.6099.224/225), Mac (120.0.6099.234), and Linux (120.0.6099.224) users within a week of the vulnerability being reported to Google. Although the update may take some time to reach all impacted users, it was immediately accessible for manual installation, and Chrome users can also rely on the browser’s automatic update feature.

The vulnerability involves a situation where the expected sentinel is not located in the out-of-bounds memory, leading to excessive data being read. This can result in a segmentation fault or buffer overflow. MITRE explains that the product may modify an index or perform pointer arithmetic referencing a memory location outside the buffer boundaries, producing undefined or unexpected results. Besides unauthorized access to out-of-bounds memory, CVE-2024-0519 could be exploited to bypass protection mechanisms like ASLR, making it easier for attackers to achieve code execution through another weakness.

Google has not provided detailed information about the specific incidents where CVE-2024-0519 exploits were used. The company stated that access to bug details and…

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Keeper Security rolls out dark mode experience for Android users, ETCIO SEA

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Keeper Security, the leading provider of zero-trust and zero-knowledge cybersecurity software protecting passwords, passkeys, privileged access, secrets and remote connections, today unveils the dark mode experience on the Keeper platform for Android devices. With this update, Keeper continues to deliver innovative interface design for maximum user comfort and customisation without sacrificing functionality or security.

The dark mode feature allows for an enhanced user experience in which the user can choose the display theme that fits their personal preferences. It provides an alternative to make content more legible and less strenuous to view, particularly valuable in minimising eye strain in low light environments. In the case of mobile apps and websites, dark mode can be more energy-efficient, contributing to longer battery life, reduced power consumption and a more environmentally-friendly user experience.

“Dark mode has been increasing in popularity across most major operating systems, including Android, driven by both the aesthetic appeal and growing recognition of its practical benefits,” said Craig Lurey, CTO and Co-founder of Keeper Security. “Keeper users love having the capability to customise the platform to their own preference on their devices. Our team is constantly working to find and implement the features and tools that will continue to elevate our users’ experiences.”

This is the latest in a series of exciting updates to the user interface across Keeper’s personal, family and enterprise solutions. Keeper has taken an incremental approach to improving the user experience, continuously enhancing the look, feel and usability of its applications, while staying true to the world-class functionality and security that Keeper users are accustomed to. Android users can also look forward to passkey management coming to the Keeper platform soon.


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US Gov Rolls Out National Cyber Workforce, Education Strategy

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The Biden administration on Monday rolled out its first-ever National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy (NCWES), announcing a series of “generational investments” to  address immediate and long-term cyber workforce needs. 

The new strategy seeks to transform cyber education in K-12 schools, community colleges and technical schools, invest in teachers and cyber education systems and make training more accessible and affordable. 

“Filling the hundreds of thousands of cyber job vacancies across our nation is a national security imperative,” according to a strategy document that highlights multiple public-private sector spending initiatives. “[The strategy] is positioned to empower every American seeking to participate in our digital ecosystem and underscores the critical need to fill a vast number of vacant cyber jobs.”

“Many communities currently underrepresented in the cyber workforce do not envision  themselves in cyber jobs or are not aware of the tremendous opportunity to join this important  and growing workforce. The strategy focuses on empowering Americans to pursue these career  paths in cyber. Many of these jobs are attainable with a certificate or community college degree,  and available now in your local community and across the country,” it added.

“[The national strategy] envisions a skills-based digital future where workers have access to good-paying, middle-class cyber jobs within their communities. In addition, educators are enabled to continuously upskill the public, and  employers can expand and diversify their workforce,” the administration said.

The strategy rollout follows the nomination of former NSA and CIA official Harry Coker to replace the retired Chris Inglis as National Cyber Director.

The Biden administration has also released a National Cyber Strategy that approves mandatory regulations on critical infrastructure vendors and green-lights a more aggressive ‘hack-back’ approach to dealing with foreign adversaries.

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