Day: December 3, 2016

Holding Shift + F10 During Windows 10 Updates Opens Root CLI, Bypasses BitLocker – Slashdot

Posted on by Robin Edgar

This CLI debugging interface grants the attacker full access to the computer’s hard drive, despite the presence of BitLocker. The reason is that during the Windows 10 update procedure, the OS disables BitLocker while the Windows PE (Preinstallation Environment) installs a new image of the main Windows 10 operating system. Source: Holding Shift + F10 Read more about Holding Shift + F10 During Windows 10 Updates Opens Root CLI, Bypasses BitLocker – Slashdot[…]

Uber begins collection of rider location data – whether using the app or not

Posted on by Robin Edgar

The app update (it’s 3.222.4, for those keeping track) changes the way Uber collects location data from its users. Previously, Uber only collected location information while a user had the app open – now, Uber asks users to always share their location with the ride-hailing company. Uber says that, even though it can harvest your Read more about Uber begins collection of rider location data – whether using the app or not[…]

The FBI Just Got Disturbing New Hacking Powers

Posted on by Robin Edgar

Under the old version of “Rule 41,” agencies like the FBI needed to apply for a warrant in the right jurisdiction to hack a computer, presenting difficulties when investigating crimes involving suspects who had anonymized their locations or machines in multiple places. Under the new version, a federal judge can approve a single search warrant Read more about The FBI Just Got Disturbing New Hacking Powers[…]