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One of the feature that separates the Arc browser from its competitors is the ability to customize websites. The feature called "Boosts" allows users to change a website's background color, switch to a font they like or one that makes it easier for them to read and even remove an unwanted elements from the page completely. Their alterations aren't supposed to be be visible to anyone else, but they can share them across devices. Now, Arc's creator, the Browser Company, has admitted that a security researcher found a serious flaw that would've allowed attackers to use Boosts to compromise their targets' systems. The company used Firebase, which the security researcher known as "xyzeva" described as a "database-as-a-backend service" in their post about the vulnerability, to support several Arc features. For Boosts, in particular, it's used to share and sync customizations across devices. In xyzeva's post, they showed how the browser relies on a creator's identification (creatorID) to load Boosts on a device. They also shared how someone could change that element to their target's identification tag and assign that target Boosts that they had created. If a bad actor makes a Boost with a malicious payload, for instance, they can just change their creatorID to the creatorID of their intended target. When the intended victim then visits the website on Arc, they could unknowingly download the hacker's malware. And as the researcher explained, it's pretty easy to get user IDs for the browser. A user who refer someone to Arc will share their ID to the recipient, and if they also created an account from a referral, the person who sent it will also get their ID. Users can also share their Boosts with others, and Arc has a page with public Boosts that contain the creatorIDs of the people who made them. In its post, the Browser Company said xyzeva notified it about the security issue on August 25 and that it issued a fix a day later with the researcher's help. It also assured users that nobody got to exploit the vulnerability, no user was affected. The company has also implemented several security measures to prevent a similar situation, including moving off Firebase, disabling Javascript on synced Boosts by default, establishing a bug bounty program and hiring a new senior security engineer.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cybersecurity/the-arc-browser-that-lets-you-customize-websites-had-a-serious-vulnerability-133053134.html?src=rss
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It seems that Qualcomm sees Intels struggling business as a potential opportunity. The San Diego-based chipmaker has reportedly expressed an interest in taking over Intel in recent days, according to a new report in The Wall Street Journal. Though the report cautions that such a deal is far from certain, it would be a major upheaval in the US chip industry. It would also, as The WSJ notes, likely raise antitrust questions. But Qualcomms reported interest in a takeover underscores just how much Intels business has struggled over the last year. Intel announced plans to cut 15,000 jobs last month as its quarterly losses climbed to $1.6 billion. Its foundry business is also struggling, with an operating loss of $2.8 billion last quarter. CEO Pat Gelsinger announced plans earlier this week to separate its foundry business into a separate unit from the rest of Intel. Intel declined to comment on the report. Qualcomm didnt immediately respond to a request for comment.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/qualcomm-is-reportedly-eyeing-a-takeover-of-intel-210920969.html?src=rss
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In today's competitive landscape, companies must go above and beyond to stand out and attract customers. In marketing, this means staying ahead of trends and always looking for innovative strategies that help them rise above the competition. However, one often overlooked strategy is showcasing the company's commitment to employee improvement and satisfaction. Consumers are more discerning today when choosing which brands to buy from. They pay attention to how a company and its products can better serve them and how the company serves its people internally. Customers today want to support more ethical companies that are positively impacting the world. One way we see this is through marketing sustainability efforts, but using marketing campaigns to show how you are making the workplace a better environment for your employees is another great way to boost brand reputation and drive success. How Marketing Employee Happiness Can Improve Your Brand Image Think of your workforce as influencers. When employees are engaged and satisfied in their roles, they can become your company's greatest brand promoters. According to a study from Harvard Law, the voice of employees and what they have to say about the company is key to overall long-term business success. This is because your employees are your most strategic assets. Some think of employee advocacy as the 'social workforce' because what they share about their company on social media can power brand advocacy. In other words, good branding comes from within. However, it's not just about employee voice but employee action. When your employees are more engaged and feel valued, they are more likely to work harder and be more innovative to help your company succeed. When that kind of information is then shared with the public through marketing, it also lets consumers see how great your company is, which will encourage them to continue supporting your brand. To put it simply, happy employees = happier customers = greater business success. Strategies to Transform Employee Satisfaction Into Positive Branding To empower your biggest promoters -- your employees -- and use their positive experiences as marketing material, you must first adopt strategies to transform the workplace into one where employees feel happy and supported. 1. Foster Communication and Connection One of the best ways to create a more positive workplace culture that supports employees is by fostering better communication and connection. The benefits are especially abundant when you prioritize the health and happiness of remote workers. Remote work is more common today, and it's important not to forget about remote workers' well-being simply because they aren't physically present in the office. Isolation and loneliness are common in remote work settings, but building more robust communication programs and policies can help employees feel happier and more connected. This is true whether you have remote workers or not. Focusing on employee satisfaction and workplace communication with digital technologies and platforms is critical to their well-being and productivity. The more effectively your teams can communicate, the more they can share their ideas, collaborate on projects, and feel valued. 2. Implement Incentive Programs Incentive programs are another great way to show employees that you care and encourage them to work harder and improve morale. When designing effective employee incentive programs to provide the most benefits, start by going straight to the source for input -- your employees. Ask them what motivates them, what holds them back, and what resources would help improve their efficiency. When you directly ask employees for their feedback when implementing these programs, it further proves to them that you value what they have to say and are committed to their success. 3. Invest in Personal Development Instead of using generic training programs, consider empowering your workforce through continued learning. Most standard training programs only focus on the immediate skills needed to perform a job or task, whereas continued learning is about investing in your employees' personal development. Continued learning opportunities help employees learn new skills so they can advance in their careers and reach new heights. This not only shows a commitment to their long-term success, which boosts satisfaction, but it can also help you draw better talent when hiring, encourage innovation, increase safety and productivity, and improve employee retention rates. 4. Champion Work-Life Balance Companies that support a better work life balance for their workforce have proved to perform better according to Harvard Business Review. This is because when workers have better balance in their lives, they experience increased morale and productivity at work. Furthermore, instead of increased flexibility at work costing more money, companies that implemented work-life balance changes increased productivity by 5% and sales by 7%. 5. Provide Well-Being Support Another way to enhance employee improvement is through wellness programs. Whether employees are remote or work in-person, offering them access to programs that better support their physical and mental well-being is important. When employees have this kind of support, they are more likely to advocate for your brand and work harder to help the company achieve its goals. Such programs can include on-site or remote access to fitness classes, better health benefits, and access to mental health counseling. Programs or benefits that also support their financial well-being can also help boost satisfaction and engagement. Wrapping Up Once you've implemented employee improvement strategies, you can use various methods to market this information to the public. For example, you can feature employee testimonials on your website or social media platforms, highlight quotes and photos from employees in social media posts, or encourage your employees to write about their experiences on your blog. Remember, when you better support your employees and make an active effort to show how you appreciate and value them, they will also advocate for your brand on their own. When they talk with friends, family, or anyone else in their lives, their word-of-mouth advocacy of your brand can go a long way toward boosting your company's image and boosting your overall success.
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