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• GitHub repositories host malware disguised as tools that gamers, and privacy-seekers are likely to download
• The fake VPN campaign drops malware straight into AppData and hides it from plain view
• Process injection through MSBuild.exe allows this malware to operate without triggering obvious alarms

Security experts have warned of an emerging new cyber threat involving fake VPN software hosted on GitHub.

A report from Cyfirma outlines how malware disguises itself as a “Free VPN for PC” and lures users into downloading what is, in fact, a sophisticated dropper for the Lumma Stealer.

The same malware also appeared under the name “Minecraft Skin Changer,” targeting gamers and casual users in search of free tools.

Sophisticated malware chain hides behind familiar software bait

Once executed, the dropper uses a multi-stage attack chain involving obfuscation, dynamic DLL loading, memory injection, and abuse of legitimate Windows tools like MSBuild.exe and aspnet_regiis.exe to maintain stealth and persistence.

The campaign's success hinges on its use of GitHub for distribution. The repository github[.]com/SAMAIOEC hosted password-protected ZIP files and detailed usage instructions, giving the malware an appearance of legitimacy.

Inside, the payload is obfuscated with French text and encoded in Base64.

“What begins with a deceptive free VPN download ends with a memory-injected Lumma Stealer operating through trusted system processes,” Cyfirma reports.

Upon execution, Launch.exe performs a sophisticated extraction process, decoding and altering a Base64-encoded string to drop a DLL file, msvcp110.dll, in the user’s AppData folder.

This particular DLL remains concealed. It is loaded dynamically during runtime and calls a function, GetGameData(), to invoke the last stage of the payload.

Reverse engineering the software is challenging because of anti-debugging strategies like IsDebuggerPresent() checks and control flow obfuscation.

This attack uses MITRE ATT&CK strategies like DLL side-loading, sandbox evasion, and in-memory execution.

How to stay safe

To stay protected from attacks like this, users should avoid unofficial software, especially anything promoted as a free VPN or game mod.

The risks increase when running unknown programs from repositories, even if they appear on reputable platforms.

Files downloaded from GitHub or similar platforms should never be trusted by default, particularly if they come as password-protected ZIP archives or include obscure installation steps.

Users should never run executables from unverified sources, no matter how useful the tool may seem.

Ensure that you activate extra protection by disabling the ability for executables to run from folders like AppData, which attackers often use to hide their payloads.

In addition, DLL files found in roaming or temporary folders should be flagged for further investigation.

Watch out for strange file activity on your computer, and monitor for MSBuild.exe and other tasks in the task manager or system tools that behave out of the ordinary to prevent early infections.

On a technical level, use best antivirus that offer behavior-based detection instead of relying solely on traditional scans, along with tools which provide DDoS protection and endpoint protection to cover a broader range of threats, including memory injection, stealthy process creation, and API abuse.

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Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for July 13, No. 293

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• AV Access KVM docking station promises 8K gaming performance on a dual-monitor, dual-computer switch dock
• Eleven ports aim to consolidate your mess of hubs, docks, and splitters into one device
• 100 watts of charging power puts this dock in serious workstation territory, not just convenience

In a market crowded with accessories claiming to streamline your setup, AV Access has announced a new contender: the iDock B10.

The new KVM docking station is marketed as an all-in-one solution for dual-computer setups, offering support for two 8K monitors at 60Hz or ultra-high refresh rates up to 240Hz.

This level of resolution may not be essential for most users, but AV Access is targeting performance-conscious professionals and gamers who prioritize both speed and visual clarity.

Built for switching ease and intense workloads

This device offers more than the best USB hub and even some laptop docking stations by combining high-speed USB expansion, video output, and Ethernet connectivity with integrated KVM functionality.

The iDock B10 includes 11 ports: USB 3.0, HDMI, DisplayPort, Gigabit Ethernet, an SD card slot, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

It also delivers 100W of power, enough to charge a high-performance laptop during extended use.

Its core function allows users to control both a laptop and a desktop with a single keyboard, mouse, and monitor, switching between them using either a front panel button or a wired remote.

“In today’s hybrid work environment, flexibility is essential, especially for professionals such as graphic designers, software developers, and gaming enthusiasts,” said Bill Liao, CTO of AV Access.

At $224.99, with a 10% launch discount, the iDock B10 isn’t cheap, but it attempts to replace what would typically require multiple devices.

For users who need a dual-monitor setup capable of shifting between two computers without signal dropouts or peripheral lag, the B10 could be a worthwhile investment.

However, the dual-8K support, equivalent to 66 million pixels, is still an extreme proposition, especially when most creative professionals work with 4K displays at best.

AV Access has also launched a 4K version, called the iDock M10, for MacBook users, and is offering summer discounts on other models such as the C10 and C20.

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Intel plans to launch its next-generation Xeon platform, codenamed Oak Stream, in 2026, which will include Diamond Rapids, a CPU built for servers and high-performance workloads.

Diamond Rapids will use Intel’s 18A process and Panther Cove cores, the same architecture coming to future consumer chips.

The top model includes four compute tiles, each with 48 performance cores, adding up to a total of 192 cores per socket.

New socket type

With support for single-, dual-, and quad-socket configurations, that means a single rack could host up to 768 cores. That kind of density also brings challenges, particularly with power. A fully configured rack could draw a whopping 2000W.

Intel says Diamond Rapids will use a new socket type, LGA 9324. It also supports modern standards like PCIe 6.0 and CXL 3, helping the processor connect to accelerators and fast storage.

Each CPU can support up to 16 channels of DDR5 memory and MRDIMM modules running at 12800MT/s.

There will also be a version with fewer compute tiles and a single I/O module, offering half the memory bandwidth and core count. That option may suit more power- or space-conscious deployments.

Intel is also pitching this as a CPU ready for inference workloads. While most AI processing still happens on GPUs, Diamond Rapids aims to improve CPU-based inference, especially for smaller models.

Native support for formats like FP8 and TF32 should help in that space.

The CPU will also support Intel APX and an upgraded AMX engine, two instruction sets meant to improve efficiency for modern server tasks. These upgrades hint at a future where CPUs may take on more AI workloads directly.

Diamond Rapids is expected to launch alongside Intel’s Jaguar Shores AI accelerator, part of its push to build a full AI-ready server platform.

Intel hasn’t announced pricing yet, and how it stacks up against competitors like AMD remains to be seen.

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• LPDDR6 standard finalized for mobile and AI first deployments
• Memory brings faster speed better efficiency and added security features
• Desktop systems expected to follow mobile and embedded device rollouts

The next generation of low-power memory is on its way. LPDDR6, recently announced by the JEDEC Solid State Technology Association, is expected to begin appearing in products around 2026.

The group has officially published the JESD209-6 specification, which outlines improvements aimed at mobile devices, AI workloads, and other power-sensitive environments.

While workstations and desktop PCs will eventually benefit from the new standard, early adoption is focused elsewhere.

Targeting energy efficiency

LPDDR6 introduces a dual sub-channel architecture, with each sub-channel using 12 data lines and four command/address lines. This setup is designed to handle high-bandwidth tasks while staying efficient in compact system designs.

Static efficiency mode allows for smarter use of bank resources, and the memory can shift burst lengths between 32B and 64B on demand.

Energy efficiency is a clear priority of the new standard. LPDDR6 uses a lower voltage than its predecessor and introduces Dynamic Voltage Frequency Scaling for Low Power, which reduces voltage during slower operation.

It also includes a dynamic efficiency mode and refresh control methods meant to cut power usage in real time.

Security and reliability features have been updated as well. These include per-row activation tracking, on-die ECC, memory self-tests, and a carve-out mode for critical data. Such capabilities aim to support demanding AI workloads and mobile environments where system integrity matters.

“JEDEC is proud to introduce LPDDR6, the culmination of years of dedicated effort by members of the JC-42.6 Subcommittee for Low Power Memories,” said Mian Quddus, JEDEC’s Chairman of the Board of Directors. “By delivering a balance of power efficiency, robust security options and high performance, LPDDR6 is an ideal choice for next-generation mobile devices, AI and related applications to thrive in a power-conscious, high-performance world.”

The new standard is backed by the likes of Micron, Qualcomm, Samsung, SK Hynix, Synopsys, and others, all of whom have contributed in someway towards its development and standardization.

While the standard is ready, the hardware ecosystem will take time to catch up. Mobile and embedded platforms are expected to lead, while broader computing use will follow later.

“Beyond the mobile industry, Qualcomm Technologies envisions LPDDR6 as an essential technology poised to revolutionize computing, automotive, AI, and other sectors, paving the way for transformative advancements in years to come,” said Durga Malladi, SVP and GM of Edge Solutions at Qualcomm.

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• We have leaked prices for the Pixel 10
• They mostly match the Pixel 9 prices
• These phones could appear in August

If Google sticks to its expected schedule then we could see the Pixel 10 phones make their debut sometime next month, and a new leak has provided some pointers on how these flagship handsets might be priced when they do appear.

According to well-known tipster Roland Quandt, the Pixel 10 will start at €899, the Pixel 10 Pro at €1,099, the Pixel 10 Pro XL at €1,299, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold at €1,899, with larger capacities costing more in each case.

There's not much point giving you currency conversions for those figures, as they won't match the eventual prices, but the corresponding prices for last year's phones match up exactly – so it seems Google has managed to avoid any price hikes.

The only caveat is with the Pixel 10 Pro XL: the €1,299 leak is for 256GB of storage. The Pixel 9 Pro XL originally cost €1,199 for 128GB of storage, €1,299 for 256GB, €1,429 for 512GB, and €1,689 for 1TB, so the 128GB option may be dropped this time around.

The price is right?

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If Google does stick to last year's prices, that would be $799 / £799 / AU$1,349 for the Google Pixel 9, $999 / £999 / AU $1,699 for the Pixel 9 Pro, $1,099 / £1,099 / AU$1,849 for the Pixel Pro XL, and $1,799 / £1,799 / AU $2,699 for the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Of course, international tariffs, taxes, and exchange rates may apply, as always. We may see some variation from country to country, but based on these leaked prices in euros, Google is aiming to hit the same price points as last year.

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We've also seen some information about colors and storage options – and that leak does mention a 128GB version of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, by the way – as well as hints that camera upgrades could be in the offing too.

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Looking for a different day?

A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Saturday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, July 12 (game #762).

Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need Connections hints.

What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too, while Marc's Wordle today page covers the original viral word game.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Connections today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Connections today (game #763) - today's words

(Image credit: New York Times)

Today's NYT Connections words are…

• ZIP
• CAB
• RAG
• ZING
• BUBBLY
• GLOSSY
• NUMBER
• ZINE
• EXPIRATION
• SLIGHT
• NAME
• ZIN
• KNOCK
• MAG
• CHARD
• BURN

NYT Connections today (game #763) - hint #1 - group hints

What are some clues for today's NYT Connections groups?

• YELLOW: Mean comments
• GREEN: Plastic details 
• BLUE: Inky jargon 
• PURPLE: Beverage slang

Need more clues?

We're firmly in spoiler territory now, but read on if you want to know what the four theme answers are for today's NYT Connections puzzles…

NYT Connections today (game #763) - hint #2 - group answers

What are the answers for today's NYT Connections groups?

• YELLOW: INSULT 
• GREEN: CREDIT CARD INFO 
• BLUE: SLANG FOR PRINTED MATTER 
• PURPLE: WINE NICKNAMES 

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Connections today (game #763) - the answers

(Image credit: New York Times)

The answers to today's Connections, game #763, are…

• YELLOW: INSULT BURN, KNOCK, SLIGHT, ZING
• GREEN: CREDIT CARD INFO EXPIRATION, NAME, NUMBER, ZIP
• BLUE: SLANG FOR PRINTED MATTER GLOSSY, MAG, RAG, ZINE
• PURPLE: WINE NICKNAMES BUBBLY, CAB, CHARD, ZIN

• My rating: Easy
• My score: Perfect

I have spent the bulk of my adult life working for magazines and newspapers so SLANG FOR PRINTED MATTER leapt out from the grid immediately. Not that I’ve worked for many GLOSSY titles – I have generally stuck to the grubby, ink-on-your-fingers end of things.

I got CREDIT CARD INFO next. Although I was a bit confused by ZIP, I was just thinking that all four of these words seem like data, so it was the type of words rather than anything else. 

WINE NICKNAMES is a group I would not have got in 100 years. I can just about work out that CHARD must be Chardonay and BUBBLY is slang for Champagne, but I’m clueless on the other two. Fortunately, correctly guessing the yellow group of insults rescued me.

How did you do today? Let me know in the comments below.

Yesterday's NYT Connections answers (Saturday, July 12, game #762)

• YELLOW: ENDORSE BACK, CHAMPION, SECOND, SUPPORT
• GREEN: DETAILED ELABORATE, MINUTE, PARTICULAR, THOROUGH
• BLUE: ERA AGE, DAY, PERIOD, TIME
• PURPLE: IN THE NATO ALPHABET ECHO, KILO, UNIFORM, VICTOR

What is NYT Connections?

NYT Connections is one of several increasingly popular word games made by the New York Times. It challenges you to find groups of four items that share something in common, and each group has a different difficulty level: green is easy, yellow a little harder, blue often quite tough and purple usually very difficult.

On the plus side, you don't technically need to solve the final one, as you'll be able to answer that one by a process of elimination. What's more, you can make up to four mistakes, which gives you a little bit of breathing room.

It's a little more involved than something like Wordle, however, and there are plenty of opportunities for the game to trip you up with tricks. For instance, watch out for homophones and other word games that could disguise the answers.

It's playable for free via the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile.

Looking for a different day?

A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Saturday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, July 12 (game #496).

Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints.

Want more word-based fun? Then check out my NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games, and Marc's Wordle today page for the original viral word game.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Strands today (game #497) - hint #1 - today's themeWhat is the theme of today's NYT Strands?

• Today's NYT Strands theme is… Completely fabricated

NYT Strands today (game #497) - hint #2 - clue words

Play any of these words to unlock the in-game hints system.

• SAND
• AXEL
• KILO
• LOST
• NOTE
• RAIN

NYT Strands today (game #497) - hint #3 - spangram lettersHow many letters are in today's spangram?

• Spangram has 8 letters

NYT Strands today (game #497) - hint #4 - spangram positionWhat are two sides of the board that today's spangram touches?

First side: bottom, 3rd column

Last side: top, 4th column

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Strands today (game #497) - the answers

(Image credit: New York Times)

The answers to today's Strands, game #497, are…

• LINEN
• WOOL
• SILK
• COTTON
• RAYON
• POLYESTER
• SPANGRAM: TEXTILES

• My rating: Hard
• My score: 3 hints

A real muddle through Strands for me today, with three hints needed to get things done and a head scratcher at the end before I finally saw that the word we were looking for was POLYESTER.

I really wasn’t on my game today. I even connected the letters of non-game word woollen and completely missed WOOL – feeling like a right fool when the hint gave me exactly that.

I guess if you get the puzzle done it’s all immaterial. I hope you found it easier.

How did you do today? Let me know in the comments below.

Yesterday's NYT Strands answers (Saturday, July 12, game #496)

• GLOVE
• PEANUTS
• HELMET
• PITCHER
• BULLPEN
• JAMBOTRON
• SPANGRAM: STADIUM

What is NYT Strands?

Strands is the NYT's not-so-new-any-more word game, following Wordle and Connections. It's now a fully fledged member of the NYT's games stable that has been running for a year and which can be played on the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile.

I've got a full guide to how to play NYT Strands, complete with tips for solving it, so check that out if you're struggling to beat it each day.

Looking for a different day?

A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Saturday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, July 12 (game #1265).

Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,100 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers.

Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles, while Marc's Wordle today column covers the original viral word game.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

Quordle today (game #1266) - hint #1 - VowelsHow many different vowels are in Quordle today?

• The number of different vowels in Quordle today is 3*.

* Note that by vowel we mean the five standard vowels (A, E, I, O, U), not Y (which is sometimes counted as a vowel too).

Quordle today (game #1266) - hint #2 - repeated lettersDo any of today's Quordle answers contain repeated letters?

• The number of Quordle answers containing a repeated letter today is 2.

Quordle today (game #1266) - hint #3 - uncommon lettersDo the letters Q, Z, X or J appear in Quordle today?

• No. None of Q, Z, X or J appear among today's Quordle answers.

Quordle today (game #1266) - hint #4 - starting letters (1)Do any of today's Quordle puzzles start with the same letter?

• The number of today's Quordle answers starting with the same letter is 0.

If you just want to know the answers at this stage, simply scroll down. If you're not ready yet then here's one more clue to make things a lot easier:

Quordle today (game #1266) - hint #5 - starting letters (2)What letters do today's Quordle answers start with?

• K

• D

• R

• H

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

Quordle today (game #1266) - the answers

(Image credit: Merriam-Webster)

The answers to today's Quordle, game #1266, are…

• KAYAK
• DECRY
• RUDDY
• HATER

Today felt like a Quordle muscle memory round, with every word only in my head because I’ve seen it before playing one of the daily Quordle games.

That said, it did take me quite a while to get to DECRY after eliminating every possible word and resisting the temptation to type decor even though I knew it was wrong.

How did you do today? Let me know in the comments below.

Daily Sequence today (game #1266) - the answers

(Image credit: Merriam-Webster)

The answers to today's Quordle Daily Sequence, game #1266, are…

• VIVID
• BRING
• SLOTH
• TRAMP

Quordle answers: The past 20

• Quordle #1265, Saturday, 12 July: WREAK, NANNY, CLASP, STAIN
• Quordle #1264, Friday, 11 July: LAPEL, DRAIN, FROND, GROSS
• Quordle #1263, Thursday, 10 July: CROSS, WHEEL, UNDID, PENCE
• Quordle #1262, Wednesday, 9 July: SHIRE, SIXTH, SINGE, IMAGE
• Quordle #1261, Tuesday, 8 July: PLIED, PRANK, GAWKY, OXIDE
• Quordle #1260, Monday, 7 July: DROLL, TRUCE, TWIRL, SINCE
• Quordle #1259, Sunday, 6 July: AMPLY, SPAWN, EXTOL, RIDGE
• Quordle #1258, Saturday, 5 July: HAVEN, SNAKE, DREAM, TORUS
• Quordle #1257, Friday, 4 July: FAVOR, SKUNK, GAWKY, FLUFF
• Quordle #1256, Thursday, 3 July: DANCE, EYING, GLAZE, EGRET
• Quordle #1255, Wednesday, 2 July: INANE, SCOUR, ELITE, ULCER
• Quordle #1254, Tuesday, 1 July: REBAR, YEARN, FORTH, CROWD
• Quordle #1253, Monday, 30 June: INGOT, INFER, TAPIR, CLUED
• Quordle #1252, Sunday, 29 June: MIRTH, APTLY, SCRUB, SMACK
• Quordle #1251, Saturday, 28 June: AWOKE, SMOKY, DEVIL, SWING
• Quordle #1250, Friday, 27 June: SPEAK, EAGLE, AVERT, SUING
• Quordle #1249, Thursday, 26 June: SLUMP, REBUS, GUAVA, MONEY
• Quordle #1248, Wednesday, 25 June: SOGGY, CLASH, MODEM, SQUAD
• Quordle #1247, Tuesday, 24 June: QUALM, SQUIB, AXIAL, FLACK

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• AWS built custom Nvidia cooling after rejecting existing liquid solutions for scale
• IRHX fits into AWS racks without changes to existing infrastructure
• Amazon could extend this cooling approach to Graviton chips in the future

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has introduced a proprietary cooling system built to handle the demands of Nvidia’s newest GPUs.

The In-Row Heat Exchanger, or IRHX, was developed in response to the growing power and heat requirements of hardware like the Nvidia GB200 NVL72.

AWS evaluated existing liquid cooling solutions but found they didn’t fit the company’s needs.

AWS Graviton next?

“They would take up too much data center floor space, would still require major modifications to data centers, or increase water usage substantially,” Dave Brown, VP Compute and ML Services at AWS, said in a presentation posted on YouTube, which you can see below.

“And while some of these solutions could work for lower volumes at other providers, they simply wouldn't be enough liquid cooling capacity to support our scale.”

The IRHX system consists of a pumping unit, a water distribution cabinet, and fan coils.

Liquid cools the chips through a cold plate co-designed by AWS and Nvidia, then cycles back through the IRHX, where it is cooled and released.

“With the IRHX we don’t need to design the data center around the rack,” Brown said.

The system supports AWS’s most powerful EC2 instance, the P6e UltraServer, which includes the GB200 NVL72. This rack-scale setup allows 72 Blackwell GPUs to work together as one unit.

Brown said the GB200 NVL72 “enables 72 Nvidia Blackwell GPUs to act as a single massive GPU.”

Amazon has previously built custom hardware, including chips and networking systems. The IRHX extends that strategy into cooling, allowing AWS to deploy new GPU racks without redesigning its facilities.

The company said the system fits existing rack dimensions and infrastructure, making it scalable across global data centers.

While IRHX is currently paired with Nvidia’s Blackwell-based systems, it is likely to be used with Amazon’s own Graviton chips if their cooling needs rise.

For now, the system is powering AI workloads that demand both scale and speed.

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