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Meta Unveils Code Verify Extension For Web Browsers As An Added Layer Of Security

Code Verify Extension offers real-time, third-party verification that the code controlling someone’s WhatsApp Web has not been changed.

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Code Verify Extension

WhatsApp, the world’s most popular end-to-end encrypted messaging software, has introduced a new browser extension that will further improve the security of its web users.

An announcement made on Friday by WhatsApp said that the company had launched a web browser extension dubbed as “Code Verify Extension” that offers real-time, third-party verification that the code controlling someone’s WhatsApp Web has not been changed.
By adopting this step, WhatsApp is putting even more power in the hands of its users, and it will also strengthen the security of WhatsApp for users who do not have access to a mobile device.

As a first in the industry, the business says that it is “releasing its open source so that other messaging services may offer their clients the option to verify that the code they are being provided on the web is the same code that everyone else is using.”
This latest move by WhatsApp further increases security for its non-mobile users while also allowing them to use WhatsApp Web as they usually would.

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With the new extension for Firefox, Edge, and Chrome, users can now use WhatsApp Web more securely than ever by offering verification of the code shared with their browser.

For the uninitiated, WhatsApp Web is a valuable software tool that allows you to use the WhatsApp messaging service from your desktop. To do so, you will need to access https://web.whatsapp.com/ from your browser and then use your phone to scan the QR code displayed on the screen. The code contains information about your phone number and device and links to the necessary libraries for running the application. However, this information could be tampered with by hackers or other malicious third parties, who could then use it to access your phone remotely.

Code Verify extension automatically validates and certifies the legitimacy of the WhatsApp Web code provided to your browser and that it has not been tampered with or modified. WhatsApp Web users on Firefox, Edge, and Chrome benefit from its collaboration with Cloudflare, which provides an impartial third-party code verification service that is invisible to the user—and something no other provider.

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What Is The Procedure For Installing The Code Verify Extension?

Meta Open Source has released an open-source code verify extension that allows users to verify WhatsApp Web QR codes. It is accomplished by comparing the code to the one provided by WhatsApp’s servers in real-time. The tool will alert users to a discrepancy between the two codes by showing a cross in a red circle on the browser’s toolbar.

The code verify extension can be downloaded from the Meta Open Source website and installed on any of the three most common web browsers: Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox. The company claims that neither its own nor WhatsApp’s servers will track users who have downloaded the Code Verify extension.

Once installed on your browser, the code verify extension will instantly start functioning when you access WhatsApp Web for the first time. You will have to click through several warnings about it being an untrusted application at this point before you can use it. Users can see the verification results using their browser’s toolbar once they’ve done so; if the code has been verified, a checkmark within a green circle will appear. Three different alerts may occur if the code hasn’t been verified: Network timed out, Risk detected and Validation failure.

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The Vivo T1 Pro 5G Debuts In India, See Specs

VIVO has launched two new T-series smartphones, the Vivo T1 Pro 5G and the Vivo T1 44W, to complement the existing lineup.

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The Vivo T1 Pro 5G

The Chinese mobile phone manufacturer best renowned for its cameras, VIVO, has introduced the Vivo T1 Pro 5G in India. The company earlier said that it would raise the Vivo T1 5G, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC, in India.


VIVO has launched two new T-series smartphones, the Vivo T1 Pro 5G and the Vivo T1 44W, to complement the existing lineup. The T1 Pro 5G is the highest-end model in the series, while the T1 44W is the lowest-cost model. It comes with a 90Hz AMOLED display, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G processor, triple back cameras with 64 megapixels, and the capability for 66W rapid charging.

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The Vivi T1 Pro 5G, on the other hand, has a display with a punch hole in the middle. It is similar to the iQOO Z Pro 5G, a sub-brand of Vivo and is also available in 5G. A protruding camera module with a pair of camera rings rests on the device’s rear panel. The primary camera is located on the top, while the other two cameras are on the second ring.


The device has a 6.44-inch AMOLED screen with an FH+ resolution, 90Hz refresh rate, 180Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+ support, and 1,300 nits of peak brightness capabilities. Let’s have a detailed look at the specifications of the T1 Pro 5G variant.

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The Vivo T1 Pro 5G Specifications

the vivo t1 pro 5g front and back look

The Vivo T1 Pro 5G is a smartphone designed to be a power-user device, with the Snapdragon 778G being the most powerful Snapdragon 7-series processor from Qualcomm. The T1 Pro 5G has up to 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.2 storage, with the latter being the maximum.

The T1 Pro 5G starts with the Android 12 operating system, modified with the FunTouch OS 12 interface. It also features a battery with a capacity of 4,700mAh, which gets charged at 66W thanks to its FlashCharge technology. This fast charging technology charges the T1 Pro’s battery to 50% capacity in only 18 minutes, according to Vivo. The gadget is also equipped with an Ultra Game Mode and an Ultra Mode so gamers can experience immersive gaming experiences when playing their favourite games on this device.

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Cameras

The Vivo T1 Pro 5G has many different cameras designed to capture photos and videos in different situations with different types of lighting (indoor/outdoor) or subjects (closeup/faraway).

The main camera on the phone’s back camera configuration is a 64-megapixel lens, while the secondary camera is a 5-megapixel lens. An 8-megapixel ultrawide camera with a 117-degree field of view (FOV) and a 2-megapixel macro camera with a 4cm focal length are also included in the package.

The smartphone features a 16MP selfie camera under the punch-hole display on the front.

Other Features

The Vivo T1 Pro 5G comes with an under-display fingerprint sensor and a face unlock option for added security. The phone also has dual-SIM support, 5G, WiFi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, a USB-C connector, and a 3.5mm audio input, among other features.

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The Vivo T1 Pro 5G Price

The Vivo T1 Pro 5G will be available starting May 7. It’s priced at Rs 23,999 for 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage and Rs 24,999 for 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage.

The T1 Pro 5G comes in two different colours: Turbo Cyan and Turbo Black. It will be available for pre-order on May 5 via Flipkart and Vivo India’s webshop if you’re interested in getting one before its official release date.

If you buy the Vivo T1 Pro 5G through any of these sites, you can also avail of no-cost EMI or cashback up to Rs 2,500 on your SBI Bank credit card.

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OnePlus Nord 2T 5G Spotted At Certification Sites, May Launch Soon

the OnePlus Nord 2T 5G is expected to be unveiled sometime in May. However, there is no official confirmation yet. It will feature MediaTek Dimensity 1300.

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OnePlus Nord 2T 5G

OnePlus is expected to launch multiple variants of the Nord series in the coming months, based on our first reports. After reports that suggested that a OnePlus Nord 2T 5G could arrive first, followed by a OnePlus Nord 3, we now have information about another phone in the series.

The OnePlus Nord 2T 5G has been spotted on the NBTC certification website, suggesting that it should launch soon. The listing does not offer any details about the phone’s specifications or features, but it does show two different model numbers.

According to previous reports and leaks, the device could launch with the model number EB2101 and may use a Snapdragon 765G chipset. Rumours also suggested that it might offer up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It will be an affordable alternative to the OnePlus 9R with some compromises in terms of performance and features.

According to recently leaked data from a tipster, the OnePlus Nord 2T 5G is expected to be unveiled sometime in May. However, there is no official confirmation yet. In addition, more details about the phone could surface in the coming weeks as we approach its launch date.
Nord 2T name was just verified when the device was discovered for the first time on TDRA, which is another certification website, earlier this month. Despite this, the device’s model number CPH2399 has been validated by the NBTC listing. Notably, this model will be a somewhat improved version of the Nord 2.

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The OnePlus Nord 2T 5G Specifications

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The Nord 2T will have a 6.43-inch flexible AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Full HD+ resolution, according to the listing. It will also have a punch-hole cutout in one corner. The device should feature an octa-core MediaTek Dimensity 1300 processor and a Mali G77 graphics processor.

The OnePlus Nord 2T will feature a triple camera arrangement on the back. The main snapper will use a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 sensor, combined with an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens and a 2-megapixel secondary camera. On the front of the smartphone are expected to be installed selfie cameras with 32 megapixels. The gadget will work under the control of the OxygenOS 12 operating system based on Android 12. Powering the device should be a massive 4,500mAh battery pack capable of rapid charging at 80W.

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OnePlus has always been known for creating high-end smartphones that are easy on the wallet and easy to use. However, in recent years, the company has been preparing to transition from being a flagship brand to one that is accessible to all customers and employees.

One recent example of this was the introduction of the Oneplus Nord CE 2 Lite smartphone, which is available in the Indian market for less than Rs 20,000. Furthermore, the OnePlus roadmap for 2022 revealed that the smartphone company would introduce many smartphones this year, therefore terminating the exclusive agreement with Apple.

The company plans to continue its expansion into new markets such as India and China, where it will be available at brick-and-mortar stores such as Croma and Reliance Digital and online retailers such as Amazon India and Flipkart.

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CERT-In Detects Security Vulnerabilities In Chrome, Update Urgently

Successful exploitation of the newly discovered vulnerabilities in chrome may allow a remote attacker to execute malicious code in the context of a web browser

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Vulnerabilities In Chrome

CERT-In, The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, has urged the millions of users who use the Chrome browser on their computers to update their browsers immediately. The warning comes after the CERT-In found security vulnerabilities in Chrome.

The cyber security organisation Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) stated on their website that “Successful exploitation of the newly discovered vulnerabilities in chrome may allow a remote attacker to execute malicious code in the context of a web browser, steal data, circumvent security constraints, and cause a buffer overflow on the targeted machine.”

Google Confirms Security Vulnerabilities In Chrome

Google has given admission that it is aware of a security issue in Chrome and has identified a patch to fix it. The company says it is currently working on distributing a new version of Chrome that will resolve the issue. Still, users may have limited access to problem information and links until most users update to the latest security patch.

Vulnerabilities In Chrome update

According to Google’s official statement, “we will keep limitations if the fault remains in a third-party library that other projects similarly rely on but has not yet been resolved.”

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The agency said that Google Chrome versions previous to 101.0.4951.41 were affected by a new security vulnerabilities in chrome browser. The malware mostly targets desktop computer users. Google has recognised the problem and published a list of 30 vulnerabilities in a blog post on Chrome. The CERT-In has classified about seven issues as ‘High’ dangers.

A team of researchers have found a series of critical vulnerabilities in Chrome. These vulnerabilities exist in Google Chrome due to Use after free in Vulkan, SwiftShader, ANGLE, Device API, Sharin System API, Ozone, Browser Switcher, Bookmarks, Dev Tools, and File Manager; Inappropriate implementation in Web Extensions API, Input, HTML Parser, Web Authentication, and iframe; Heap buffer overflow in WebGPU and Web UI Set Confusion in V8; Out of bounds data access.

To avoid the risks of cyberattacks, CERT-In has urged all Chrome desktop users to update their browsers to version 101.0.4951.41, which is now available. If you’re using a Mac or Linux system, you can also update to this version of Chrome.

The flaws are present in both Windows and Mac operating systems and Linux. If you’re using any of these systems and haven’t updated your browser yet, you’re at risk of losing sensitive data if attacked by hackers.

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How to Update Google Chrome Browser

Once the update is made available, the browser should immediately upgrade itself to the latest version—but if it doesn’t, follow these instructions:
1) Launch Chrome on your computer and click on the three horizontal dots symbol in the upper right corner (or press Ctrl + Shift + J).
2) Click on Settings from this drop-down menu and select Help & Feedback from the list that appears next (or press F1).
3) Click on About Google Chrome from this new drop-down menu and click Update Now on this new page that appears next (or press Shift + Alt + U).

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