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Product showcase: 2FAS Auth – Free, open-source 2FA for iOS

Online accounts usually rely on a password, but passwords alone can be weak if they’re reused, easily guessed, or stolen. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second layer of verification, usually a six-digit code gene…
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Product showcase: 2FAS Auth – Free, open-source 2FA for iOS
Online accounts usually rely on a password, but passwords alone can be weak if they’re reused, easily guessed, or stolen. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second layer of verification, usually a six-digit code generated by an app on your phone. 2FAS Auth is a free, open-source two-factor authentication app that helps users securely log in to their accounts by verifying their identity. The app doesn’t require an account to use and is available as a …
www.helpnetsecurity.com
February 4, 2026 at 12:10 AM
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: February 3, 2026

Application Security Engineer Liebherr Group | Germany | Hybrid – View job details As an Application Security Engineer, you will As an Application Security Engineer, you will implement and automate application security test…
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Cybersecurity jobs available right now: February 3, 2026
Application Security Engineer Liebherr Group | Germany | Hybrid – View job details As an Application Security Engineer, you will As an Application Security Engineer, you will implement and automate application security testing, perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, and work closely with developers to remediate issues and enforce secure coding practices. You will monitor and respond to application security threats while maintaining security documentation and compliance requirements. Application Security Expert – Information Systems HCLTech …
www.helpnetsecurity.com
February 4, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Riak as a Reference Implementation of Dynamo-Style Leaderless Databases

A retrospective of Riak database, covering its Dynamo design, Erlang implementation, consistency options, MapReduce support, and Bitcask storage engine.
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Riak as a Reference Implementation of Dynamo-Style Leaderless Databases
A retrospective of Riak database, covering its Dynamo design, Erlang implementation, consistency options, MapReduce support, and Bitcask storage engine.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:50 PM
Notepad++ Hosting Breach Attributed to China-Linked Lotus Blossom Hacking Group

A China-linked threat actor known as Lotus Blossom has been attributed with medium confidence to the recently discovered compromise of the infrastructure hosting Notepad++.
The attack enabled the stat…
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Notepad++ Hosting Breach Attributed to China-Linked Lotus Blossom Hacking Group
A China-linked threat actor known as Lotus Blossom has been attributed with medium confidence to the recently discovered compromise of the infrastructure hosting Notepad++. The attack enabled the state-sponsored hacking group to deliver a previously undocumented backdoor codenamed Chrysalis to users of the open-source editor, according to new findings from Rapid7. The development comes shortly
thehackernews.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:40 PM
Keycloak Client-Aware Access Control

Keycloak's realm model allows any user in a realm to authenticate any registered client.
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Keycloak Client-Aware Access Control
Keycloak's realm model allows any user in a realm to authenticate any registered client.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:29 PM
I used this $60 jump starter in a real emergency, and it brought my car back to life

This Hulkman Alpha went above and beyond, jumpstarting a car with a dead battery multiple times on a 500-mile journey.
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I used this $60 jump starter in a real emergency, and it brought my car back to life
This Hulkman Alpha went above and beyond, jumpstarting a car with a dead battery multiple times on a 500-mile journey.
www.zdnet.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:19 PM
Why more consumers prefer AI-enhanced shopping - and still expect the human touch

Consumers are favoring brands that leverage AI agents to deliver transparency, confidence, and highly personalized assistance.
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Why more consumers prefer AI-enhanced shopping - and still expect the human touch
Consumers are favoring brands that leverage AI agents to deliver transparency, confidence, and highly personalized assistance.
www.zdnet.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:09 PM
ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9792, (Tue, Feb 3rd)

(c) SANS Internet Storm Center. https://isc.sans.edu Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 United States License.
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ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9792, (Tue, Feb 3rd)
(c) SANS Internet Storm Center. https://isc.sans.edu Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 United States License.
isc.sans.edu
February 3, 2026 at 10:59 PM
The Windows 11 February patch is a big one - here's what PC users are getting

Microsoft's February 2026 update delivers an expanded Cross Device Resume, improved voice tools, and QOL fixes.
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The Windows 11 February patch is a big one - here's what PC users are getting
Microsoft's February 2026 update delivers an expanded Cross Device Resume, improved voice tools, and QOL fixes.
www.zdnet.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:49 PM
This game-changing tool gives you another pair of hands - here's how I use it

Even after using the Stanley Maxsteel vice for so long, I'm still finding new ways to leverage its capabilities in my DIY workshop.
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This game-changing tool gives you another pair of hands - here's how I use it
Even after using the Stanley Maxsteel vice for so long, I'm still finding new ways to leverage its capabilities in my DIY workshop.
www.zdnet.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:39 PM
Adobe Firefly app is finally launching to users. Here's how to access (and the perks)

You can generate images using some of the most popular models, all in one place.
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How to get unlimited AI video and image generations in Adobe Firefly for free
You can generate images using some of the most popular models, all in one place.
www.zdnet.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:29 PM
Is the Online Account Service Still Available?

Struggling with auth downtime? Learn why your online account service might be failing and how to implement Enterprise SSO and CIAM for 99.9% availability.
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Is the Online Account Service Still Available?
Struggling with auth downtime? Learn why your online account service might be failing and how to implement Enterprise SSO and CIAM for 99.9% availability.
securityboulevard.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Configuring WS-Federation Single Sign-on for Resources

Learn how to configure WS-Federation SSO for enterprise resources. A deep dive into identity delegation, claim mapping, and securing legacy apps for engineering leaders.
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Configuring WS-Federation Single Sign-on for Resources
Learn how to configure WS-Federation SSO for enterprise resources. A deep dive into identity delegation, claim mapping, and securing legacy apps for engineering leaders.
securityboulevard.com
February 3, 2026 at 10:08 PM
Zero-Trust Policy Enforcement via Kyber-Encapsulated Context Windows

Learn how to secure Model Context Protocol (MCP) deployments using Kyber-encapsulated context windows and zero-trust policy enforcement for post-quantum security.
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Zero-Trust Policy Enforcement via Kyber-Encapsulated Context Windows
Learn how to secure Model Context Protocol (MCP) deployments using Kyber-encapsulated context windows and zero-trust policy enforcement for post-quantum security.
securityboulevard.com
February 3, 2026 at 9:58 PM
LG pulls the plug on 8K TV: Why the resolution race is finally over - and what's next

If more resolution isn't the answer, what advances can TV buyers expect? Here's our take.
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LG pulls the plug on 8K TV: Why the resolution race is finally over - and what's next
If more resolution isn't the answer, what advances can TV buyers expect? Here's our take.
www.zdnet.com
February 3, 2026 at 9:48 PM
Notepad++ hijacking blamed on Chinese Lotus Blossom crew behind Chrysalis backdoor

The group targets telecoms, critical infrastructure - all the usual high-value orgs
Security researchers have attributed the Notepad++ update hijacking to a Chinese government-linked espionage cre…
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Notepad++ hijacking blamed on Chinese Lotus Blossom crew behind Chrysalis backdoor
The group targets telecoms, critical infrastructure - all the usual high-value orgs Security researchers have attributed the Notepad++ update hijacking to a Chinese government-linked espionage crew called Lotus Blossom (aka Lotus Panda, Billbug), which abused weaknesses in the update infrastructure to gain a foothold in high-value targets by delivering a newly identified backdoor dubbed Chrysalis.…
go.theregister.com
February 3, 2026 at 9:38 PM
5 Key Causes of Employee Burnout and How To Take Action

Employees who are experiencing burnout often feel exhausted, disconnected from their work, struggle to remain productive, and question their capabilities.
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5 Key Causes of Employee Burnout and How To Take Action​
Employees who are experiencing burnout often feel exhausted, disconnected from their work, struggle to remain productive, and question their capabilities.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 9:27 PM
How Senior Developers Turn Cursor Into a Production-Grade AI Agent

This guide transforms your Cursor workflow from simple chatting to advanced orchestration. You will learn how to:

- Structure project intelligence using modular .mdc Rules.

- Replace deprecated Custom Mo…
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How Senior Developers Turn Cursor Into a Production-Grade AI Agent
This guide transforms your Cursor workflow from simple chatting to advanced orchestration. You will learn how to: - Structure project intelligence using modular .mdc Rules. - Replace deprecated Custom Modes with powerful Slash Commands. - Delegate complex architectural tasks to Subagents and Skills. - Implement the "Two-Pass Protocol" (Maker vs. Checker) to drastically reduce AI hallucinations and enforce strict engineering standards.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Enterprises Don’t Have an AI Problem. They Have an Architecture Problem

AI isn’t just a tool — it’s an enterprise capability that must be strategically architected to deliver real business value. Discover why traditional pilots fail, how TOGAF guides scalable AI, and what it take…
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Enterprises Don’t Have an AI Problem. They Have an Architecture Problem
AI isn’t just a tool — it’s an enterprise capability that must be strategically architected to deliver real business value. Discover why traditional pilots fail, how TOGAF guides scalable AI, and what it takes to transform isolated AI projects into governed, enterprise-grade systems.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 9:07 PM
New GlassWorm attack targets macOS via compromised OpenVSX extensions

A new GlassWorm malware attack through compromised OpenVSX extensions focuses on stealing passwords, crypto-wallet data, and developer credentials and configurations from macOS systems. [...]
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New GlassWorm attack targets macOS via compromised OpenVSX extensions
A new GlassWorm malware attack through compromised OpenVSX extensions focuses on stealing passwords, crypto-wallet data, and developer credentials and configurations from macOS systems. [...]
www.bleepingcomputer.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:57 PM
A Prompting Workflow for Web Development That Reduces AI Hallucinations

A practical prompting workflow for web dev: force 5–10 clarifying questions, write a short plan, implement, then run five review passes (correctness, security, performance, accessibility, maintainability) bef…
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A Prompting Workflow for Web Development That Reduces AI Hallucinations
A practical prompting workflow for web dev: force 5–10 clarifying questions, write a short plan, implement, then run five review passes (correctness, security, performance, accessibility, maintainability) before accepting the final code. Includes copy‑paste templates for feature work and PR reviews.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Event-Driven Payroll Processing Using Function-as-a-Service Architectures

Traditional HR systems rely heavily on on-premises infrastructure. These legacy architectures deploy applications as Windows services or Unix daemons. These services execute business logic to validate times…
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Event-Driven Payroll Processing Using Function-as-a-Service Architectures
Traditional HR systems rely heavily on on-premises infrastructure. These legacy architectures deploy applications as Windows services or Unix daemons. These services execute business logic to validate timesheets, calculate gross pay, process deductions, compute net pay. Implementing these workflows using Function-as-a-Service (FaaS) offerings from cloud providers eliminates infrastructure overhead while reducing hardware, software and operational costs.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:37 PM
MoltBot Skills exploited to distribute 400+ malware packages in days

Over 400 malicious OpenClaw packages were uploaded in days, using MoltBot skills to spread password-stealing malware. Researchers uncovered a large malware campaign abusing AI skills for Claude Code and …
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MoltBot Skills exploited to distribute 400+ malware packages in days
Over 400 malicious OpenClaw packages were uploaded in days, using MoltBot skills to spread password-stealing malware. Researchers uncovered a large malware campaign abusing AI skills for Claude Code and Moltbot users. Between late January and early February 2026, more than 400 malicious skills were published on ClawHub and GitHub, posing as crypto trading tools. OpenClaw […]
securityaffairs.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:27 PM
What Rust and the Roman Republic Teach Us About Broken Systems

Rust and ancient Rome both succeeded by refusing to trust unchecked power. Modern systems fail when limits become optional - lessons in design that apply to code and constitutions alike.
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What Rust and the Roman Republic Teach Us About Broken Systems
Rust and ancient Rome both succeeded by refusing to trust unchecked power. Modern systems fail when limits become optional - lessons in design that apply to code and constitutions alike.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:16 PM
179 Super Compelling HackerNoon Headlines

HackerNoon has curated 179 of its most valuable articles into a single, high-signal reading list. Spanning AI, Web3, coding interviews, security, cloud infrastructure, gaming, startups, and philosophy, this guide saves months of searching…
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179 Super Compelling HackerNoon Headlines
HackerNoon has curated 179 of its most valuable articles into a single, high-signal reading list. Spanning AI, Web3, coding interviews, security, cloud infrastructure, gaming, startups, and philosophy, this guide saves months of searching. Sourced from HackerNoon.cv, it’s built for developers and technologists who want practical insights—not fluff.
hackernoon.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:06 PM