In a new security advisory, Okta has revealed that its system had a vulnerability that allowed people to log into an account without having to provide the correct password. Okta bypassed password authentication if the account had a username that had 52 or more characters. Further, its system had to detect a “stored cache key” of a previous successful authentication, which means the account’s owner had to have previous history of logging in using that browser. It also didn’t affect organizations that require multi-factor authentication, according to the notice the company sent to its users.

Still, a 52-character username is easier to guess than a random password — it could be as simple as a person’s email address that has their full name along with their organization’s website domain. The company has admitted that the vulnerability was introduced as part of a standard update that went out on July 23, 2024 and that it only discovered (and fixed) the issue on October 30. It’s now advising customers who meet all of the vulnerability’s conditions to check their access log over the past few months.

Okta provides software that makes it easy for companies to add authentication services to their application. For organizations with multiple apps, it gives users access to a single, unified log-in so they don’t have to verify their identities for each application. The company didn’t say whether it’s aware of anybody who’s been affected by this specific issue, but it promised to “communicate more rapidly with customers” in the past after the threat group Lapsus$ accessed a couple of users’ accounts.

Pudgy Penguins and Mythical Games unveiled Pudgy Party, a Web3 mobile gaming coming next year.

The aim for the title on iOS and Android is to become the No. 1 party game for fans of the adorable penguin franchise. The game reimagines traditional knockout royale gameplay by prioritizing collaboration and camaraderie, allowing players to team up and share rewards in a vibrant, cozy setting.

Pudgy Penguins is a digital collectible intellectual property that is crossing over into the mainstream, the companies said. Its adorable penguin characters are featured on toys and merchandise sold at major retailers across the globe, showcasing its impressive real-world presence rising from its virtual origins.

“We are thrilled to bring Pudgy Penguins into the world of mobile gaming with Pudgy Party. Our mission is to create an inclusive and joyful experience where players can connect and celebrate together, and this title announcement is just the beginning,” said Luca Netz, CEO of Pudgy Penguins, in a statement.

Mythical Games recently had a Web3/Web2 hybrid gaming hit with NFL Rivals, which has had more than five million players. The Mythos Chain (MYTH) has more than a million active wallets, said John Linden, CEO of Mythical Games, in a recent interview with GamesBeat.

Pudgy Party will be designed for players of all ages, emphasizing pick-up-and-play mechanics, simple controls, and accessible fun. The game offers a gradual progression from beginner to pro.

Players will be able to team up with others and progress through multiple action-packed rounds by dodging obstacles, finding optimal collection strategies, and outsmarting and outlasting your opponents to finish at the top of the pack. Emerging moments keep the gameplay lively.

You can team up with friends or family, either to compete for bragging rights or collaborate and progress together. You will be able to watch and rewatch others’ play. And you can personalize your penguin with various costumes from your wardrobe, adding to the fun, sense of ownership, and individuality.

CoffeeSpace is on a mission to help people find partners for their startup ideas online. The startup, which exhibited as part of the Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, has launched a social networking app that matches people exploring startup ideas and looking for co-founders. 

The startup’s algorithm only matches candidates who meet each other’s requirements. You can filter through potential candidates based on several different filters, including expertise, location, industry, and more. 

CoffeeSpace CEO Hazim Mohamad told TechCrunch he believes that when you look for a co-founder for your business idea, you want to go beyond a traditional résumé, which is why the app gives users a peek into others’ personalities and working styles in order to help people get an idea of whether a match would be an ideal candidate.

“We’re helping people realize their dreams of exploring their startup ideas,” Mohamed said. “We believe CoffeeSpace will change the nature of how people can find business partners, just like what Tinder did for online dating 10 years ago.”

The social network launched in March and currently has more than 7,000 users. Since its launch, CoffeeSpace has seen over 270,000 swipes on the app. 

In terms of the app’s UI, the startup has taken inspiration from Hinge. When you sign up for the platform, your CoffeeSpace profile will include a mix of public and private data. The public data comes from your LinkedIn profile, while you enter the private data yourself. 

The private data includes information about your location and what sort of co-founder you’re looking for. For example, you can note that you’re looking for someone with a product design background. 

The platform operates on a freemium model, as users can access the app and get 10 matches for free. If you want to unlock more matches, you can subscribe to the service’s premium offering, which costs $50 per month. The premium subscription also unlocks additional filters that you can use to narrow down your search even further. 

CoffeeSpace is available on iOS and Android.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, meaning airports everywhere are about to get slammed. Thankfully, if you plan on flying out of town this holiday season, Apple’s AirTags can help you speed through the baggage claim with some extra piece of mind. A four-pack normally goes for $99, but right now, you can buy them for just under $74 at Walmart and Best Buy — a mere $1 shy of their best price to date.

If you own an iPhone, Apple’s AirTags are the best Bluetooth trackers you can buy. They offer impressively precise tracking thanks to Apple’s ultra wideband chip and their ability to tap into Apple’s vast Find My system, which lets them cover a broader range than Bluetooth alone. You can also share them with up to five people — assuming your phone is running iOS 17 or 18 — allowing everybody to keep tabs on valuables if you’re traveling with a family or group. The water-resistant trackers even have user-replaceable batteries, so you don’t need to get a new one whenever a battery dies. Now, if only Apple outfitted them with a lanyard hole or some way to attach them to your bag…

Artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented demand in data centers, as the need for processing vast amounts of data continues to surge.

As tech giants race to expand their infrastructures to accommodate AI workloads, they are faced with the growing challenge of how to sustainably and affordably power these operations – and this has even led companies like Oracle and Microsoft to explore nuclear energy as a potential solution.

Did you know that Amazon Prime Video launched a series almost a decade ago with a killer cast that was met with solid reviews but was canceled? Mad Dogs didn’t get the due it deserved. That show counts among three underrated shows on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in November.

The other two shows are likely ones you have heard of before but never took the time to watch. They received mixed reviews but played a significant role in their respective genres. Without one, for example, we might not have seen shows like The Great, and without the other, NCIS would never have graced the small screen.

Need more recommendations? Then check out the best new shows to stream this week, as well as the best shows on Netflix, best shows on Hulu, best shows on Amazon Prime Video, the best shows on Max, and the best shows on Disney+.

The Tudors (2007-2010)

Set in 16th-century England, this British Canadian historical fiction series fits right in with others of the same ilk, like The Gilded Age, The Great, and Bridgerton. If you like any (or all) of those shows, you’ll appreciate The Tudors, which is based on the reign of King Henry VIII, played by Jonathan Rhys Meyers. Also featuring Natalie Dormer (Game of Thrones), Henry Cavill (The Witcher), and Annabelle Wallis (Peaky Blinders), you’ll notice a lot of familiar faces among the main and guest starring cast.

From King Henry VIII’s challenges in the political sphere to a mysterious illness that takes over England, multiple marriages, ghosts, and betrayal, The Tudors covers all the juicy details of the former king’s life in its dramatized retelling. The series received mixed reviews from critics but was largely beloved by fans. Of the first season, Hollywood Reporter’s Barry Garron calls The Tudors a “solid and historically grounded drama that is dependably entertaining with performances often more riveting than the stories from which they arise.”

Stream The Tudors on Amazon Prime Video.

JAG (1995-2005)

While fans have JAG to thank for the launch of NCIS, which serves as its spinoff, this legal drama doesn’t get the credit it deserves. In fact, JAG was canceled by NBC after its first season due to low ratings but picked up by CBS where it finally took off and continued on for nine more seasons. Taking place within the Department of the Navy’s Office of the Judge Advocate General in Washington, D.C., the series centers around judge advocates (aka lawyers) who handle criminal cases within the sphere of military justice.

JAG provided a unique angle in an oversaturated primetime procedural space by having many episodes featuring stories inspired by real-life events, like the USS Cole bombing and the Kelly Flinn incident. Despite its intriguing focus, talented cast, and the fact that JAG spawned what has become one of the longest-running scripted live-action primetime series in U.S. history, the series has become overshadowed by others, and it’s ripe for rediscovery.

Stream JAG on Amazon Prime Video.

Mad Dogs (2015-2016)

Inspired by the British series of the same name, Mad Dogs only lasted a single season, but it’s still an entertaining watch. The comedy thriller centers around four underachieving 40-something-year-old men, old high school friends, who decide to travel to Belize to visit their old friend who, unlike them, is a successful businessman living a lavish life. While there, they try to let loose and live in the moment, but it turns into a vacation from hell.

The cast is impressive, including Ben Chaplin (The Truth About Cats & Dogs), Michael Imperioli (The Sopranos, The White Lotus), Romany Malco (Weeds), Steve Zahn (The White Lotus), and Billy Zane (Titanic). It’s a wonder with a cast like that why Mad Dogs didn’t get more attention or a renewal.

Co-showrunner Shawn Ryan, who also created The Shield and the Netflix smash hit series The Night Agent, told The Hollywood Reporter that someone leaked the ratings of the show to him and purports that it was the third-highest-rated show behind only Man in the High Castle and Bosch at the time of launch. He claims the high viewership and good reviews weren’t expected and “they already had made a business decision to move on.” As far as underrated shows that deserve to be brought back go, Mad Dogs makes the cut.

Stream Mad Dogs on Amazon Prime Video.