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- Entertainment
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NVIDIA DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation coming to Strinova, Diablo IV and Eternal Strands
This week, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation is multiplying performance in Eternal Strands and Strinova. Monster Energy Supercross 25 – The Official Video Game is introducing support for DLSS Super Resolution. In Eternal Strands , the debut fantasy action-adventure title from Yellow Brick Games, gamers play the role of Brynn, who takes down giant, climbable creatures. At launch, Eternal Strands featured support for DLSS Super Resolution, DLSS Frame Generation, DLAA, and NVIDIA Reflex, giving GeForce RTX gamers a great day-zero experience. With the NVIDIA app , GeForce RTX gamers can upgrade to DLSS Super Resolution and the newest transformer AI model, further enhancing image quality. A new update also adds native support for DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, enabling GeForce RTX 50 Series gamers to multiply frame rates. Launching on July 1, Diablo IV Season 9: Sins of the Horadrim will introduce hidden Horadric Strongrooms deep within Nightmare Dungeons, concealing Blood Relics corrupted by Astaroth's influence. Players harness ancient Horadric magic to craft custom Horadric Spells, forge powerful jewels, and face a reimagined Astaroth encounter. The update adds native DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation support for Diablo IV, a feature previously enabled through the NVIDIA app . iDreamSky's Strinova is a free-to-play, constantly evolving anime-style third-person tactical competitive shooter. Players can switch freely between three-dimensional and two-dimensional forms in this one-of-a-kind game. The game also offers a unique tactical shooting system and a range of characters with match-changing abilities, playable across multiple maps and modes. A new seasonal update launching June 25 will add DLSS to Strinova. GeForce RTX 50 Series gamers can multiply frame rates using DLSS Multi Frame Generation, GeForce RTX 40 Series owners can boost frame rates with DLSS Frame Generation, and all GeForce RTX gamers can activate DLSS Super Resolution to accelerate performance.
Engadget
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Engadget
The next season of Diablo IV adds extra challenges to the endgame
Diablo IV has been demonically chugging along since the release of the major Vessel of Hatred expansion last fall. The seasonal model usually brings temporary gameplay updates and storylines, but when Season 9 hits on July 1, it will add a couple of useful permanent changes. First, console players are getting support for mouse and keyboard controls. Second, there will be new additions to Nightmare Dungeons. The endgame of Diablo IV involves a lot of grinding Nightmare Dungeons, so even with a healthy dose of procedural generation, the landscape of those challenges starts to feel overly familiar. Season 9 will add some new wrinkles to the tile sets. Horadric Strongrooms are micro-dungeons within the Nightmare Dungeon that offer big potential rewards as well as a buff for the remainder of the main dungeon. Escalating Nightmares are a trio of dungeons in increasing challenges, and when tackled at Torment difficulty, they conclude with a riff on the Astaroth boss fight.
Fox News
31-03-2025
- Fox News
New phishing attack uses real-time interception to bypass 2FA
Phishing attacks are everywhere, and most of us can spot the obvious ones. Even if someone falls for one and hands over their password, two-factor authentication (2FA) usually adds a crucial layer of protection. But a new phishing kit making the rounds can bypass 2FA entirely by using session hijacking and real-time credential interception. Known as Astaroth, this tool intercepts and manipulates traffic between your device and legitimate authentication services like Gmail, Yahoo and Microsoft. Since it grabs everything in real time, it completely bypasses 2FA and gives attackers full access to your account. Astaroth is a next-level phishing kit that takes scamming to a whole new level. Instead of using basic fake login pages like traditional phishing kits, it works as a middleman between your device and the real authentication service while silently grabbing everything needed to break in. The attack begins when you click on a phishing link and land on a malicious site that looks identical to the real one. Since the site has valid SSL certificates, there are no red flags, no security warnings and no sketchy pop-ups. When you enter your login details, including username, password, device info and IP address, Astaroth snatches them up before passing the request to the actual website. Two-factor authentication is not a problem for Astaroth. It intercepts one-time passwords the second they are entered, whether they come from an authenticator app, SMS or a push notification. The stolen codes are instantly sent to the attacker through a web panel or Telegram alert, so they can use them before they expire. The real kicker is that Astaroth also grabs session cookies, which are the small bits of data that keep users logged in after authentication. Attackers can inject these cookies into their own browsers, skipping the need for passwords or two-factor authentication altogether. Once they have the session, they are in with no extra steps required. As reported by cybersecurity company SlashNext, Astaroth stands out from other phishing kits because of its ability to intercept credentials in real time, automate attacks and resist takedown efforts. Traditional phishing depends on tricking victims into entering their credentials on fake login pages, but Astaroth removes that step entirely. Beyond its advanced capabilities, Astaroth comes with features that make it appealing to cybercriminals. It uses bulletproof hosting to stay online despite law enforcement efforts, receives frequent updates to bypass security patches and follows a structured payment model. For $2,000, buyers get six months of continuous upgrades. To build trust, the creators even let hackers test the phishing kit before purchasing. Astaroth is widely available through Telegram and underground cybercrime forums. The anonymity of these platforms makes it difficult for authorities to track distribution. 1) Unexpected account logins or security alerts 2) You're mysteriously logged out of accounts 3) Password changes or settings updates you didn't make 4) Slow system performance or odd behavior 5) Browser acting strangely 6) Unfamiliar programs or scripts running in the background 1) Avoid unknown links and use strong antivirus software: Remember that no matter how advanced the malware is, it still needs input from you. In most cases, an attacker will require you to click a link before they can steal your data. For example, for Astaroth to work, you have to click a link, visit a malicious website and enter your credentials. If you don't click the link, you stay clear of the malware. The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware, potentially accessing your private information, is to have strong antivirus software installed on all your devices. This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe. Get my picks for the best 2025 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android and iOS device. 2) Double-check sites: Always verify website addresses and use bookmarks for trusted sites. Instead of clicking on links in emails or messages, manually type the URL or use a trusted bookmark. This minimizes the risk of landing on a fraudulent page designed to mimic a legitimate website. 3) Update your devices: You might wonder how keeping your devices updated helps against malware like Astaroth. While it doesn't directly prevent an attack, it ensures the situation doesn't get worse. Keeping your operating system and applications up to date with the latest security patches closes vulnerabilities that malware might exploit, making it harder for attackers to gain a foothold on your device. 4) Avoid typing passwords: Avoid entering passwords whenever possible to reduce the risk of credential theft. Instead, use authentication methods like passkeys, Google Sign-In or Apple Sign-In. A passkey is a feature that uses cryptographic key pairs to verify your identity, eliminating the need for traditional passwords. It allows you to sign in to apps and websites using the same process you use to unlock your device, such as biometrics, PIN or pattern. Google Sign-In is a feature that allows you to log in to third-party apps or websites using their Google Account credentials. It simplifies the sign-in process by eliminating the need to create and remember separate usernames and passwords for each service. You can sign in via a "Sign in with Google" button, a Google sign-in prompt or automatic sign-in if previously authorized. Apple Sign-In is a feature that enables you to privately sign in to participating third-party apps and websites using your Apple ID. It offers a fast, easy and more private way to authenticate without the need to create new accounts or remember additional passwords. To set up an account to "Sign in with Apple," when a participating website or app asks you to set up or upgrade an account, do the following: Tap Sign in with Apple. Follow the onscreen instructions. Some apps (and websites) don't request your name and email address. In this case, you simply authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID (depending on your model), then start using the app. Others may ask for your name and email address to set up a personalized account. When an app asks for this information, Sign in with Apple displays your name and the personal email address from your Apple Account for you to review. These methods rely on cryptographic keys or secure tokens, making it much harder for attackers to intercept your login information, even if they manage to trick you into visiting a malicious site. Astaroth shows just how far phishing kits have come, taking things beyond the usual tricks and bypassing 2FA with ease. It's a reminder that no matter how secure we think our systems are, there's always a smarter attack waiting to exploit the gaps. Cybercriminals are adapting fast, and while traditional defenses may not cut it anymore, there are still steps you can take to fight back: use passwordless logins, stay updated and keep learning about these evolving threats. 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