Google Chrome Users at Risk: 16 Malicious Extensions Identified

Millions of Google Chrome users have been warned about a serious cybersecurity threat involving 16 compromised browser extensions. These extensions, which have been downloaded approximately 3.2 million times, have been found to contain malicious code that allows hackers to steal user data and commit search engine fraud.

The Threat

Cybersecurity experts have discovered that hackers injected malicious code into popular Chrome extensions. The fraudulent code enables cybercriminals to:

• Steal personal data such as browsing history, saved passwords, and autofill details.

• Manipulate search results by redirecting users to hacker-controlled websites.

• Generate fraudulent ad revenue through manipulated clicks, a scam known as search engine fraud.

Affected Extensions

If you have installed any of the following extensions, it is recommended that you uninstall them immediately:

• Blipshot

• Emojis

• Color Changer for YouTube

• Video Effects for YouTube

• Audio Enhancer

• Themes for Chrome

• YouTube Picture in Picture

• Mike Adblock für Chrome

• Super Dark Mode

• Emoji Keyboard Emojis for Chrome

• Adblocker for Chrome

• Adblock for You

• Adblock for Chrome

• Nimble Capture

• KProxy

• Page Refresh

• Wistia Video Downloader

What You Should Do

To protect your personal information, follow these urgent steps:

1. Uninstall the Malicious Extensions:

   • Open Chrome and go to chrome://extensions/.

   • Find the affected extensions and click Remove.

2. Restart Chrome and Your Computer:

   • After removing the extensions, restart your browser and system to clear any lingering malicious activity.

3. Scan Your System for Malware:

   • Use security tools like Windows Defender, Malwarebytes, or Norton to check for threats.

4. Change Your Passwords:

   • If you've saved passwords in Chrome, update them immediately, especially for banking and email accounts.

5. Enable Enhanced Safe Browsing:

   • Navigate to chrome://settings/security and turn on Enhanced Protection.

6. Ensure Chrome is Up to Date:

   • Google will likely release security updates to address this issue. Go to chrome://settings/help and ensure your browser is updated.

7. Stay Vigilant:

   • Regularly review installed extensions and only download from trusted developers.

Google’s Response

Google has been notified of the breach and is expected to remove the compromised extensions from the Chrome Web Store. Users should ensure their browser is updated, as Google may roll out security patches automatically. To check for updates, go to chrome://settings/help and ensure Chrome is up to date.

Final Thoughts

This incident serves as a reminder to always be cautious when installing browser extensions. Only download extensions from trusted developers, review permissions before installing, and regularly audit your installed extensions.

For more cybersecurity updates, stay tuned and keep your browser secure!

Fastest Cars In The World: Top 10 List 2011-2012

While most of us can only dream of owning the fastest car in the world, some will do whatever it takes to possess the most powerful speed. So, how fast are the fastest cars in the world?

Here are the 10 fastest cars available on the market (production models, as opposed to concept cars) measured by tested top speed (theoretical speeds do not count).

World's Fastest Cars:

1. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport: 267 mph, 0-60 in 2.4 secs. Aluminum, Narrow Angle 8 Liter W16 Engine with 1200 hp, base price is $2,400,000. Although the Bugatti Veyron lost the title to SSC Ultimate Aero on March 2007, Bugatti challenge the record in Germany on July 10, 2010 with the new 2010 Super Sport Version and the Veyron once again claims the title of the fastest car in the world at 267 mph. The original Bugatti Veyron has a top speed of 253 mph, priced at $1,700,000 and equipped with 1001 hp.

#2 is a tie!

2. Hennessey Venom GT: 260 mph, 0-60 in 2.5 seconds, has a 6.2-liter LS9 Turbocharged V8 Twin Turbo V8 Engine producing 1200 hp, has a price tag of $950,000. The Venom GT has yet to be tested and proven, but could possibly hit a top speed of 275 mph. This might just be the Veyron Super Sport's closest competitor!

2. Koenigsegg Agera R: 260 mph, 0-60 in 2.9 secs. 5.0-liter V8 Engine with twin turbo’s, housing 1099 hp. Base price is $1,600,000. If you're into snow sports, the Agera R can be fitted with a Ski Box as well as winter tires, not that I would take one on a ski trip or anything like that. While the Agera R has a massive theoretical top speed, the current tested top speed is 260 mph. Expect this snow car to be the Bugatti's arch enemy for the next 5 years.

3. SSC Ultimate Aero: 257 mph, 0-60 in 2.7 secs. Twin-Turbo V8 Engine with 1183 hp, base price is $654,400. Tested in March 2007 by Guinness World Records, The SSC Ultimate Aero was the fastest car in the world from March 2007 to July 2010. On March 2011, the Koenigsegg Agera R also surpassed it, forcing this American made car to the #3 spot. Shelby SuperCars will continue their quest to reclaim the fastest car title, and their new SSC Tuatura might do the job (we'll just have to wait).

4. Saleen S7 Twin-Turbo: 248 mph, 0-60 in 2.8 secs. Twin Turbo All Aluminum V8 Engine with 750 hp, base price is $555,000. Smooth and bad-ass. It will make you want to show it off non-stop.

5. Koenigsegg CCX: 245 mph, 0-60 in 3.2 secs. 90 Degree V8 Engine 806 hp, base price is $545,568. Made in Sweden, it is the older brother of the Agera R, only losing to 4 other supercars in the world.

6. McLaren F1: 240 mph, 0-60 in 3.2 secs. BMW S70/2 60 Degree V12 Engine with 627 hp, base price is $970,000. The fastest car in the 20th century with doors that looks like bat wings. Maybe Batman needs to order one and paint it black

7. Gumpert Apollo: 224 mph, 0-60 in 3.0 secs, 4.2 liter V8 Engine that houses 650 hp. Base price: $450,000. Gumpert claims that the Apollo was designed such that it could drive upside-down in a tunnel with speeds at 190 mph or above. Of course, no one has tested this yet.

8. Noble M600: 223 mph, 0-60 in 3.7 secs. Twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 Engine with 650 hp. Base price is $330,000. The Noble M600 also happens to be a very cool car. Its inconspicuous design sports a slender and contoured body which does not scream out for attention at every second of the day.

We have a tie for 9th and 10th places:

9. Lamborghini Aventador: 217 mph, 0-60 in 2.9 secs. V12 Engine with 700 hp, base price is $379,700. According to Lamborghini, Aventador is the name of a Bull that entered into battle at the Saragossa Arena on October 1993. This is the fastest bull in the world!

9. Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster: 217 mph, 0-60 in 3.4 secs. Twin turbocharged AMG V12 engine that produces 678 hp. Base price is $1,850,000. The Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster is a limited-edition, with five ever produced. It is the quintessential exotic and exclusive supercar.

9. Ferrari Enzo: 217 mph, 0-60 in 3.4 secs. F140 Aluminum V12 Engine with 660 hp, base price is $670,000. Only 399 were ever produced; the price goes up every time someone crashes.

9. Jaguar XJ220: 217 mph, 0-60 in 3.8 secs. Twin Turbo V6 Engine with 542 hp, base price was $650,000. Made in 1992, this car still has what it takes to make the list.

10. Ascari A10: 215 mph, 0-60 in 2.8 secs. 5.0 litre BMW V8 S62 Engine with 625 hp. Base price: $650,000. The company planned to produce 50 of these supercars at its factory in Banbury, England.

10. Pagani Zonda F: 215 mph, 0-60 in 3.5 secs. Mercedes Benz M180 V12 Engine with 650 hp, base price is $667,321. With a V12 motor, this baby can do much better.

Remember Me

LUKE 22:19 NLT
19 He took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he
broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying, "This
is my body, which is given for you. Do this to remember me."

Not only were these some of the last words of our Lord Jesus on
earth, but they are the heart cry of every human: remember me.
We all have a desire to be of value, to be significant, to be
judged as someone important -- at least to someone.

Remember me!

Jesus -- in addition to everything else He is -- is also human.

As Jesus faced the enormity of the task ahead of Him, He told
His little band of followers: Remember me! Don't let my life
and my sacrifices be in vain. Don't forget about me!

Do you remember? Or, have you forgotten?

Is Jesus at the forefront of your thoughts each day? Or, do you
forget about Him -- most of the time.

Do you walk and talk with Jesus? Or, does your life give no
testimony to your belief in Him?

Do you live as if Jesus did not redeem you? Are your days lived
just as if Jesus never existed? Do you neglect to remember
Jesus except on Sunday, or Christmas?

Probably all of us have fallen short in this area. But the Lord
is gracious and it is never too late to change.

SAY THIS: I will never forget Jesus.

Look to God

I believe that all Scripture is connected and relevant. However, I was surprised when my November reading in the book of 1 Peter touched on all four themes of Advent—the season in which many Christians prepare to celebrate Christ’s first coming while looking forward to His second coming.

During Advent, we reflect on hope, peace, joy, and love—gifts that God sent through Christ.

HOPE

“We have an inheritance reserved in heaven, a living hope through the resurrection of Christ from the dead.” (1 Peter 1:3-5)

Through Christ’s resurrection, we have a living hope—not just wishful thinking, but a confident expectation of eternal life. This hope sustains us as we await His return.

PEACE

“We will love life and see good days if we turn from evil and do good and if we seek peace, for the Lord watches over the righteous and hears their prayers.” (1 Peter 3:10-12)

True peace is found in God. When we seek righteousness and pursue peace, we experience His presence and guidance in our lives.

JOY

“We have inexpressible joy even though we have trials because our faith is being tested and proven genuine. The end of this faith is the salvation of our souls.” (1 Peter 1:6-9)

Even in trials, we can rejoice because our faith is being refined. Our ultimate joy comes from the salvation of our souls, secured in Christ.

LOVE

“We can love one another with a pure heart because we have been born again through the Word of God which lives and abides forever.” (1 Peter 1:22-23)

God’s love transforms us, enabling us to love others sincerely. His Word is eternal, and through it, we are born again into a life of love.

Living in Light of Christ’s Coming

Because Christ came the first time, we can live with hope, peace, joy, and love until He comes again.

The hope we have in Jesus Christ

Brings joy into our hearts;

And when we know the love of God,

His peace He will impart.

If you’re looking for hope, peace, joy, and love, look to God.

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The Witness Of The Spirit

The Witness of the Spirit
Romans 8:16 NKJ
"The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God."

God has a plan for guiding His children in all aspects of life, especially in matters that the Bible does not specifically address, such as decisions like which job to take or whom to marry. The primary method God uses to lead us in these areas is through the inner witness of the Holy Spirit. This is not an audible voice, but an inner knowing communicated to our spirit.

Romans 2:15 NKJ
"Who show the work of the law written in their hearts, their conscience also bearing witness, and between themselves their thoughts accusing or else excusing them."

Another term for the witness of the Spirit is "peace."

Colossians 3:15 (Amplified)
"And let the peace (soul harmony which comes) from Christ rule (act as umpire continually) in your hearts [deciding and settling with finality all questions that arise…]"

An umpire is responsible for making decisions. Similarly, our "umpire" is the inner peace or witness in our spirit, which helps settle decisions and directs us.

1 John 5:10 NKJ
"He who believes in the Son of God has the witness in himself..."

One way Scripture describes the "inner witness" is with the phrase "it seemed good."

This phrase is how God has led many to understand His will in various situations. It is how I, personally, have determined which messages to preach—by praying and seeking God until it just "seemed good" to my spirit. While I couldn't always explain it, I knew it was God's direction for me.

I also saw this same "leading" in Scripture, as in how Luke decided to write the Gospel of Luke or how the early Church made decisions.

Luke 1:3 NKJ
"It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write to you an orderly account, most excellent Theophilus."

Acts 15:25, 28 NKJ
"25 It seemed good to us, being assembled with one accord, to send chosen men to you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul.
28 For it seemed good to the Holy Spirit, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things."

An immature believer might misinterpret this guidance and claim that something "seemed good" to them when it is not in line with God's will. However, the witness of the Spirit is not about what "seems good" to our flesh or minds but to our innermost being—the spirit where God dwells, if we are believers in Christ.

We must always remember that the Holy Spirit will never lead us to do anything that contradicts God's written Word, the Bible. So, being familiar with and grounded in God's Word is essential.

SAY THIS:
God is helping me understand how to be guided by the inner witness of the Holy Spirit.

BURNED BISCUITS

When I was a kid, my mom liked to make breakfast food for dinner every now and then. And I remember one night in particular when she had made breakfast after a long, hard day at work. On that evening so long ago, my mom placed a plate of eggs, sausage and extremely burned biscuits in front of my dad. I remember waiting to see if anyone noticed! Yet all my dad did was reach for his biscuit, smile at my mom and ask me how my day was at school. I don’t remember what I told him that night, but I do remember watching him smear butter and jelly on that biscuit and eat every bite!

When I got up from the table that evening, I remember hearing my mom apologize to my dad for burning the biscuits. And I’ll never forget what he said: “Honey, I love burned biscuits.”

Later that night, I went to kiss Daddy good night and I asked him if he really liked his biscuits burned. He wrapped me in his arms and said, “Your Momma put in a hard day at work today and she’s real tired. And besides – a little burnt biscuit never hurt anyone!”

Life is full of imperfect things…..and imperfect people. I’m not the best at hardly anything, and I forget birthdays and anniversaries just like everyone else. But what I’ve learned over the years is that learning to accept each others faults – and choosing to celebrate each others differences – is one of the most important keys to creating a healthy, growing, and lasting relationship.

And that’s my prayer for you today. That you will learn to take the good, the bad, and the ugly parts of your life and lay them at the feet of God.

We could extend this to any relationship. In fact, understanding is the base of any relationship, be it a husband-wife or parent-child or siblings or friendship!

“Don’t put the key to your happiness in someone else’s pocket – keep it in your own.”

God Bless You….. Now,and Always….

Your Marriage Is Your Ministry

EPHESIANS 5:33 ESV

33 However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and

let the wife see that she respects her husband.

God desires to bless your spouse through you!

Jesus has sent us out as members of His spiritual Body, to

minister to those around us. We are supposed to allow His love

to flow through us.

MATTHEW 25:40 GWN

40 "The king will answer them, 'I can guarantee this truth:

Whatever you did for one of my brothers or sisters, no matter

how unimportant they seemed, you did for me.'

God loves your spouse -- enough to die for them.  His desire is

to help them and bless them. They are not perfect. They need a

lot of help. That is why God sent you, as His representative,

to minister to them.

To minister means to serve. God put you where you are to serve

-- to be a blessing. It is a mistake to think of "Christian

ministry" only as being a pastor or missionary, etc. Any time a

Christian is serving (helping) people it is "Christian

ministry."

Your ministry is not limited to your spouse, but it certainly

includes them.

Whatever other ministry God may entrust to you, if you are

married, God has trusted you with the ministry of being a

blessing to your spouse.

God has not left you to struggle in this ministry on your own.

He is with you, and in you, to work through you. God will help

you. But you must allow Him to do so.

Building up and encouraging your spouse will also be doing

yourself a favor. They will be more pleasant to live with when

they are blessed, loved, and encouraged.

SAY THIS: I accept responsibility to minister to my spouse, to

serve them by helping them in any way I can.