Kurt 'CyberGuy' Knutsson

ForSight Robotics has utilized its JASPER Robotic Surgical Platform in 26 fully robotic-assisted cataract surgeries on human patients. The platform works through surgeon-controlled telemanipulation, meaning the doctor directs every procedure. These procedures are designed to maintain the familiar routine of outpatient cataract surgery.

Scammers have created fake websites claiming to let users stream Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" online for free. These sites trick visitors into creating an account and providing credit card information supposedly for a free trial, when the true purpose is to steal financial data. The Federal Trade Commission warned that such deceptive sites can infect computers with malware to steal sensitive personal and banking information.

Paul C. received an alarming text claiming Apple Pay had charged him $8,250 and warning of a duplicate charge in 35 minutes. The scam message used dramatic wording and fake authority to pressure Paul into calling a specific toll-free number with a case ID. Authorities noted that the international sender (starting with +44) directing a U.S. recipient to an unrelated support line is highly suspicious.

An Atlanta man allegedly triggered a secret phone wipe code on his Google Pixel during an inspection by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Prosecutors charged him with knowingly destroying digital property that the government had lawful authority to seize, though his attorneys dispute the charge, arguing the detention was unlawful.

HalluSquatting is a cybersecurity attack method where AI tools are tricked into downloading malicious software by exploiting their tendency to hallucinate fake repository names. Attackers register these hallucinated names as real repositories to deliver malware, potentially stealing data or recruiting devices into botnets. Researchers from Tel Aviv University, Technion, and Intuit demonstrated the technique against AI coding tools and personal assistants.

The article discusses methods for sharing vacation photos on larger screens like TVs, projectors, or laptops using technologies such as AirPlay, Chromecast, or screen mirroring. It highlights solutions for both iPhone and Android users and mentions a free CyberGuy Live class on reducing spam.

The article highlights security risks of default settings on new smart devices, such as automatic data sharing and remote access, which can expose users to hackers and data brokers. It advises manually configuring privacy settings before connecting devices to a home network.