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local1 hour ago•12 min saved

Lake Washington fish die-off tied to Crosslake rail electrics triggers interim fix

Thousands of fish were found dead in Lake Washington, likely electrocuted by electrical currents from Sound Transit’s Crosslake light-rail system touching the lakebed. In response, crews lifted 32 anode strings off the lakebed as an interim mitigation while regulators and fish biologists investigate the cause and assess permanent fixes; the system’s safety for humans remains under review and several species of federally protected fish are involved in ongoing monitoring.

via MyNorthwest.com|

#anode-strings #fish-deaths #lake-washington

science1 month ago•9 min saved

Hidden Organelle in Cow Gut Reveals Methane Link

A Science study reveals a new organelle in rumen ciliates, the hydrogenobody, that produces hydrogen used by methanogens to generate methane; cows with more hydrogenobodies emit more methane, linking the gut microbe ecosystem to atmospheric warming and suggesting targeted ways to curb emissions by adjusting ciliates or hydrogen flow.

via Quanta Magazine|

#ciliates #hydrogenobody #methane

technology1 month ago•3 min saved

Microsoft tackles WSUS sync delays; mitigations rolled out for new installs

Microsoft says a known WSUS synchronization issue has delayed metadata downloads and blocked deployment of the latest Windows updates via WSUS or Configuration Manager since around July 13, 2026. A mitigation was deployed to restore sync times for new WSUS installations and rebuilds, while engineers continue work to remove affected metadata from existing servers and help customers recover previously impacted environments.

via BleepingComputer|

#microsoft #mitigation #synchronization

science11 months ago•3 min saved

NASA Considers Nuking Asteroid 2024 YR4 to Protect the Moon

NASA's analysis shows asteroid 2024 YR4 has a slightly increased chance of impacting the Moon, prompting discussions on potential mitigation strategies such as reconnaissance missions, deflection, or disruption, with the most urgent mission launch suggested for late 2028.

via Boing Boing|

#asteroid #mitigation #moon

health1 year ago•69 min saved

Air Pollution and Lung Cancer Risk in Nonsmokers

Many lung cancers now occur in nonsmokers, with radon being the second leading cause. Testing and mitigation of radon can significantly reduce risk at a relatively low cost, though awareness and decision-making vary. The article discusses radon's health impact, costs of mitigation, regional differences, and the importance of informed choices, emphasizing that fixing known hazards like radon is generally affordable and beneficial.

via Hacker News|

#cancer-risk #health #lung-cancer

cybersecurity1 year ago•4 min saved

FBI Warns of Surge in Play Ransomware Attacks on Hundreds of Organizations

The FBI and CISA have issued a critical alert about the rapid increase in Play ransomware attacks, which have affected over 900 organizations worldwide, including critical infrastructure. The ransomware, linked to North Korean state-sponsored groups and distributed via threat groups like Balloonfly, exploits vulnerabilities in Windows and other systems. Organizations are urged to implement urgent security measures such as patching vulnerabilities, using multi-factor authentication, securing passwords, and network segmentation to defend against these evolving threats.

via Forbes|

#cyberattack #cybersecurity #fbi

cybersecurity2 years ago•6 min saved

CISA Urges Immediate Mitigation of Ivanti Vulnerabilities

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued Emergency Directive 24-01 to address vulnerabilities in Ivanti Connect Secure and Ivanti Policy Secure solutions, which have been actively exploited by threat actors. Federal agencies are required to immediately implement Ivanti's published mitigation, run the External Integrity Checker Tool, and report any indications of compromise to CISA. Agencies must also take additional steps if compromise is detected and provide a complete inventory of affected products. CISA will provide technical assistance and issue further guidance, with the Directive remaining in effect until all required actions are completed.

via CISA|

#cisa #cybersecurity #emergency-directive

climate-change2 years ago•2 min saved

The Hidden Threat: Trapped Heat Endangers Buildings Underground

Heat trapped under the surface, known as "underground climate change," is causing cities like Chicago, New York, and London to sink and threatening buildings and infrastructure. This phenomenon is different from atmospheric climate change caused by greenhouse gases and is a result of heat emitted by subways and buildings directly into the ground. The spreading heat causes the ground to deform, leading to cracks in city structures. The Biden administration is focusing on addressing this issue and promoting resilience in underground infrastructure. Mitigation measures such as thermal insulation and capturing excess heat for geothermal energy can help combat this problem.

via NBC News|

#climate-change #heat-trapping #infrastructure

technology3 years ago•1 min saved

"Performance Impact: AMD Inception Mitigations vs. Intel Vulnerabilities"

Benchmarking tests have been conducted on AMD processors to assess the performance impact of mitigating the recently disclosed Inception vulnerability. AMD is rolling out new microcode for Zen 3 and Zen 4 processors, while a kernel-based mitigation is required for Zen 1 and Zen 2. The Linux kernel changes for mitigating Inception have already been merged, and initial tests on an AMD EPYC 7763 server show different performance impacts based on the mitigation approach used. Further benchmarks on AMD Ryzen 9 7950X processors are also included in the article.

via Phoronix|

#amd #inception #mitigation

science-and-technology3 years ago•2 min saved

"Sun Umbrella Tethered to Asteroid: A Climate Change Solution"

Astronomer István Szapudi from the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy has proposed a novel approach to mitigate climate change by using a solar shield combined with a tethered, captured asteroid as a counterweight. The tethered counterweight reduces the weight of the shield and counterweight to approximately 3.5 million tons, making it more feasible to launch from Earth. This approach brings the idea of solar radiation management into the realm of possibility, although it still presents challenges. Developing a lightweight and strong graphene tether is crucial for the success of this concept.

via Phys.org|

#asteroid #climate-change #mitigation

gaming3 years ago•2 min saved

"Call of Duty's Innovative Anti-Cheat Update Introduces Hallucinations to Deter Cheaters"

Call of Duty's anti-cheating team has introduced a new method to combat cheaters by deploying a "hallucination" mitigation. This mitigation places decoy characters in the game that only cheaters can see, disorienting them without affecting legitimate players. The decoys appear as real players and trigger the same information in cheating software, making them appear legitimate. Interacting with the hallucinations will self-identify a player as a cheater. The team has also removed a different mitigation called "quicksand" as it infringed too much on normal players' experience.

via Video Games Chronicle|

#anti-cheat #call-of-duty #cheaters

cybersecurity3 years ago•2 min saved

LockBit Ransomware Extorts Millions from US Victims and Named Top Threat by International Partners

LockBit ransomware has extorted around $91 million from approximately 1,700 US organizations since 2020, making it the leading global ransomware threat in 2022, according to a joint advisory by US and international cybersecurity authorities. The advisory includes a list of tools and a detailed mapping of tactics, techniques, and procedures employed by LockBit affiliates in attacks, as well as recommended mitigation measures. LockBit has targeted organizations across various critical infrastructure sectors, including financial services, healthcare, and transportation. The FBI encourages organizations to review the advisory and implement the recommended measures to defend against LockBit attacks.

via BleepingComputer|

#cyberattacks #cybersecurity #fbi

health3 years ago•7 min saved

Navigating a Positive COVID-19 Test in Alaska

COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths in Alaska have decreased to levels not seen since March 2020, but the virus is still present and people should take precautions. Alaska's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Anne Zink, advises people to get tested if they have symptoms or have been exposed to someone who has tested positive, especially if they are older or immunocompromised. However, she also emphasizes that everyone's situation is different and a risk-benefit analysis should be done before getting tested. Zink also highlights the importance of rebuilding and responding to the pandemic, as well as braiding healthcare and public health together to better prepare for future diseases.

via Alaska Public Media News|

#alaska #covid-19 #health