Security

Wired recommends third-party password managers over browsers

A recent Wired article argues that while browsers do not leak passwords, users should opt for dedicated third-party password managers for better security. The piece highlights how browsers push password-saving features amid fierce competition and rising popularity of standalone tools. It notes the frequent pop-ups encountered during online browsing.

Louvre burglary: two suspects indicted, jewels missing

October 29, 2025 Jean Martin

Ten days after the spectacular burglary in the Louvre's Apollon gallery, two suspects have partially admitted the facts during their indictment for organized gang theft. The eight stolen jewels, valued at an estimated 88 million euros, remain untraceable despite an investigation involving a hundred investigators. Meanwhile, Paris's police prefect highlights infractions in the museum's surveillance cameras.

García Harfuch denies attack on his Polanco office

October 27, 2025 Juan Pérez

Omar García Harfuch, Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, denied on Monday an alleged attack against him on September 15 at his Polanco office. Journalist Raymundo Riva Palacio reported shots fired at the property, but the official attributed the rumor to discarded security alerts. The incident remains secretive and unconfirmed officially.

Kenyan government plans to burn Ksh8 billion methamphetamine seizure

October 26, 2025 Njeri Mwangi

Kenyan security agencies intercepted a boat carrying methamphetamine worth over Ksh8 billion in the Indian Ocean off Mombasa on October 25, 2025, arresting six Iranian nationals. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced the government's intention to publicly destroy the drugs during a church service in Kisumu the following day. The operation highlights a major crackdown on international drug syndicates targeting Kenyan waters.

Microsoft releases Azure Linux 3.0.20251021 update

October 28, 2025 Lisa Kern

Microsoft has released Azure Linux 3.0.20251021, introducing AppArmor for enhanced security and adopting the Linux 6.12 LTS kernel. This update targets Azure's cloud infrastructure, including Kubernetes Service nodes. It builds on prior monthly patches to improve performance and compatibility across hardware architectures.

Rio police operation leaves 64 dead and sparks political clash

October 28, 2025 João Silva

A police operation against the Comando Vermelho in Rio de Janeiro's Alemão and Penha complexes resulted in 64 deaths on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, including four officers. The raid triggered criminal reprisals with barricades and drone-launched bombs, alongside a heated dispute between federal and state governments over security support. Left- and right-wing politicians seized the event to push proposals and blame each other ahead of the 2026 elections.

Kaiser promises to close border with Bolivia and warns La Paz

Johannes Kaiser, the presidential candidate of the Partido Nacional Libertario, promised to close the border with Bolivia at a campaign event in Osorno. He stressed drastic measures against what he called humiliations by the neighboring country, including a warning about renaming its capital. The statements are part of his security plan for the 2025 elections.

La plata residents warn of armed defense with signs

October 29, 2025 María López

In La Plata, a wave of robberies has prompted residents of Los Hornos to post signs warning that they will defend themselves armed if attacked. Frustrated by the lack of official responses, they are organizing to protect themselves on their own. The initiative includes phrases like 'He who warns does not betray'.

Police operation in Rio leaves over 120 dead in clash with faction

October 29, 2025 João Silva

A massive police operation against the Comando Vermelho in Rio de Janeiro's Alemão and Penha complexes resulted in at least 121 deaths on Tuesday (28), making it the deadliest in state history. Governor Cláudio Castro defended the action as a success despite the loss of four police officers, while President Lula called for coordinated efforts against organized crime. Federal and state authorities announced the creation of an emergency office to combat factions.

Harfuch promises justice for lemon leader's murder in Michoacán

October 28, 2025 Juan Pérez

Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch met with lemon producers in Apatzingán to address violence and extortion in Tierra Caliente. The meeting took place one week after the murder of citriculturist leader Bernardo Bravo Manríquez. Harfuch assured that the crime will not go unpunished and announced reinforcements in security operations.

Tension at retirees' march in front of Congress

October 29, 2025 María López

The traditional Wednesday retirees' march in front of Congress in Buenos Aires ended in tension as protesters knocked down police barriers. The operation, under Patricia Bullrich's anti-picket protocol, involved tear gas and at least one arrest. The government defends the action as necessary for public order.