Jimmy B, Computer Guy

07/27/2026

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/bugs/2026/07/whatsapp-web-chats-exposed-by-adobes-acrobat-extension-flaw?utm_source=iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=b2c_pro_oth_20260727_julyweeklynewsletter_v4_178481572090&utm_content=Whatsapp_web

HermeticReader is a now-patched vulnerability in Adobe's popular Acrobat Chrome extension that could have been used to spy on WhatsApp Web users.

07/23/2026

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/data-breaches/2026/07/paidwork-breach-exposes-data-of-23-million-users-check-if-youre-affected?utm_source=iterable&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=b2c_pro_oth_20260722_breachannouncement_v1_178472757592&utm_term=Blog

A reported breach at microtask platform Paidwork exposed personal and financial data of more than 23 million users. Here's how to check if you're affected.

07/20/2026

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/threat-intel/2026/07/this-fake-apple-app-can-unlock-your-macs-password-vault

Disguised as Apple's CrashReporter, CrashStealer steals passwords, browser data, crypto wallets, and other sensitive information.

07/15/2026

Major Windows 11 updates this week. Please update.

06/29/2026

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/scams/2026/06/watch-out-for-renewal-scams-pretending-to-be-malwarebytes

Scammers are sending fake software renewal notices that claim you've been charged for a subscription. Some even impersonate Malwarebytes.

06/17/2026

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/bugs/2026/06/update-chrome-google-patches-actively-exploited-vulnerability-and-73-others

Google's latest Chrome update fixes 74 security vulnerabilities, including one under active attack.

06/05/2026

Is your computer fan making a lot of noise? Dust gets pulled in and accumulates. To keep the computer cool the fan must speed up. This is your computer's way of telling you that you need maintenance. Excessive noise can also indicate malware. Please don't ignore the noise - it could do permanent damage. Time to call Jimmy B, Computer Guy! (Much improved artwork provided by Rachael Ballard)

06/04/2026

Is your computer fan making a lot of noise? Dust gets pulled in and accumulates. To keep the computer cool the fan must speed up. This is your computer's way of telling you that you need maintenance. Excessive noise can also indicate malware. Please don't ignore the noise - it could do permanent damage. Time to call Jimmy B, Computer Guy!

05/27/2026

Jimmy B is rebuilding a workhorse Dell i9 PC with a new Samsung 990 EVO Plus and Windows 11 today. Thanks for your support!

05/25/2026

Something many people don't know: most laptop screen hinges are adjustable, but you have to take it apart to adjust them. Over time, the hinges tighten making it more difficult to open. At that point, the plastic hinge mounting points are being stressed and will probably eventually break, leaving you with a laptop that won't open or close properly, if at all.