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Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
M&S' 'flattering' £29.50 linen top is 'light and comfortable'
Shoppers love the 'light and comfortable' linen top that's been praised for its 'flattering' shape M&S shoppers are smitten with a "stylish" linen top that's "very flattering" and "comfortable." Customers have shared glowing reviews for the £29.50 Linen Rich Square Neck Vest Top. Not all sizes are available, but the top is currently in stock in sizes 8 to 20. M&S ' product description says: "Breeze through sunny days in style with this lightweight linen-blend top. It's designed in a regular fit with a flattering square neckline for a modern touch. The sleeveless style keeps you cool while offering effortless freedom of movement." Similar styles from M&S include the £25 Linen Rich Square Neck Vest Top, the £35 Linen Rich V-Neck Lace Insert Top, and the £39.50 Linen Rich Cutwork Detail Top. Elsewhere, various retailers offer alternative styles. For example, Next has a £26.50 White Sleeveless Shirt With Linen that could suit shoppers looking for workwear, Nobody's Child has a £42 White Linen-blend Swing Top that could impress those looking for a relaxed fit. Seasalt Cornwall also offers a £47.95 Lighthouse Station Linen Vest. That said, shoppers may still prefer the M&S Linen Rich Square Neck Vest Top. It's loved by reviewers, who praised the look and feel of the product. However, some reported sizing issues, with many commenting on the straps. One happy shopper said: "Lovely material, falls really nicely, wide straps are very flattering, bought for summer, good with jeans and satin skirt etc." A second reviewer wrote: "Very flattering, light and comfortable summer top." Another fan agreed: "Easy and flattering. Some of us need a sun top which is more than a vest top. This one ticks that box very well. Good feel to the fabric." However, a shopper who had a problem with the fit said: "This top is light weight and very versatile. My only gripe with it is that it makes this weird looking crease in the middle & the straps fall down (a lot!) I suggest sizing down." A similar response read: "This is a nice top and this may be down to me but when trying it on the left shoulder kept slipping off onto my arm, so returned it." Someone else replied: "Great fabric. Good value. But no strap adjustment. "Liked the style and fabric. Good cover on the top, however had to return as the straps would not stay up when I tried it on and there is no adjustment. Bought for holiday." There were also mixed views on the silhouette. A reviewer shared: "Lovely top which will be perfect in warmer weather. My only slight criticism is that it's rather shapeless but I'm sure I'll be grateful for it being baggy when I'm hot." But another wrote: "I love a denim top, this is nice but I didn't like it quite enough to keep for the price. It's nice fabric but I would have liked it to have a bit more structure. The neckline is a good shape though." Despite some criticism, the majority of shoppers liked the top. For instance, someone said they liked the top when they sized down, explaining: "Fabric is soft and looks very fresh for summer. But it sizes very big. "Buy small otherwise it does a strange crease in the front." Another pleased fan said: "Love this top, great quality, comfortable and stylish."
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Words you must never type on social media over devastating ‘sim swap' phone attack that can breach ALL accounts
THERE are some details you just cannot share on social media - or you could be putting yourself at risk of a devastating "SIM swap" attack, experts have warned. In the wake of the M&S cyberattack in April, where SIM swapping is believed to have played a role, consumers have been warned that the breed of attack could also wreak havoc on their own personal lives. 5 SIM swapping is a form of fraud that is swiftly on the rise Credit: Getty 5 Be careful what you post on social media Credit: Getty SIM swapping is a form of fraud that is swiftly on the rise, according to a report published in The Conversation last month, co-authored by computer science professor Alan Woodward and secure systems lecturer Daniel Gardham, both of the University of Surrey. Attacks rose by a whopping 1,055 per cent in 2024, according to the National Fraud Database. It has also allegedly been used in the hacking of former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey in 2019. "Our mobile phone numbers have become a de facto form of identification, but they can be hijacked for nefarious purposes," the pair wrote. People typically have the same phone number for years - even after changing phones, losing their device, or having it stolen. "When a user buys a new phone, or just a new sim card for a spare device they might have, they might call their service provider to transfer their longstanding mobile number to the new sim card," experts explained. "The problem is that the service provider doesn't know if it is really them calling to transfer the number. "Hence, they launch into a series of questions to make sure they are who they say they are." These security questions are used for all kinds of accounts, and often ask for the same information. For example, "what is your mother's maiden name?", or "...the name of your first pet?" Huge Global Data Breach: 16 Billion Accounts at Risk But if someone else can know the answers to those questions after stalking your social media, it leaves you at risk of not only SIM swap fraud but other forms of hacking. Suddenly, someone else can make and receive calls and SMS messages using your number. Prof Alan Woodward and lecturer Daniel Gardham, of the University of Surrey "The rise of social media has made it easier than ever for scammers to piece together what was once considered private information," experts wrote. "Suddenly, someone else can make and receive calls and SMS messages using your number." That means hackers can make calls at your expense. But it's not just your phone number that can be stolen. SIM swapping can be used to breach all your other accounts through the theft of two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. Security experts recommend all consumers have the 2FA tool switched on with all their accounts. 5 Passkeys are used to log into your online account only when you unlock your phone through your PIN code, fingerprint or face ID Credit: Apple Instead of just relying on a password, 2FA adds a second factor - like a code from your phone or biometric data like your fingerprint or face ID. Woodward and Gardham added: "Remember when you created your email, bank account or even online grocery shopping account and you were encouraged to set up two-factor authentication (2FA)? "You listened, but the system set your 'second factor' as your mobile phone number. "You input your username and password, and it asks for a time-limited code that it sends to you as an SMS message." Now, if you have been a victim of SIM swapping - the hackers will receive your security codes instead of you. This could potentially grant them access to all sorts of accounts, from your social media to your banking app. Efforts to improve login security have led to the rise of what are known as passkeys... Which are long sequence of random digits called cryptographic keys that are stored on your device, such as a smartphone or computer. It's important to note that even with the risks of SIM swapping, 2FA should still be enabled on all your accounts. In addition to it, however, experts are encouraging the use of passkeys - a passwordless login method that is supposed to be more secure. Facebook just recently adopted passkeys as a safer alternative to passwords, but companies like Google and Apple have had them for a while. "Efforts to improve login security have led to the rise of what are known as passkeys," Woodward and Gardham explained. "Which are long sequence of random digits called cryptographic keys that are stored on your device, such as a smartphone or computer." Passkeys are used to log into your online account only when you unlock your phone through your PIN code, fingerprint or face ID. WHAT ARE PASSKEYS? Passkeys are the newer, safer passwords, according to tech companies and security experts. They allow you to log into your accounts using biometrics like your fingerprint or face scan. You can even use your phone's passcode. To sign into a website or app on your phone, all you need to do is unlock your phone. This also works for websites on PCs and laptops. If you're trying to sign into a website on your computer, you just need your phone nearby. You will be prompted to unlock your phone when trying to log into an account on your computer, which will then grant you access on the PC. By using unique credentials tied to your phone or other devices, you make your accounts more resistant to phishing and other password-based attacks. 5 SIM swapping can be used to breach all your other accounts through the theft of two-factor authentication (2FA) codes Credit: Getty
The Sun
3 hours ago
- The Sun
Words you must never type on social media over devastating ‘sim swap' phone attack that can breach ALL accounts
THERE are some details you just cannot share on social media - or you could be putting yourself at risk of a devastating "SIM swap" attack, experts have warned. In the wake of the M&S cyberattack in April, where SIM swapping is believed to have played a role, consumers have been warned that the breed of attack could also wreak havoc on their own personal lives. 5 5 SIM swapping is a form of fraud that is swiftly on the rise, according to a report published in The Conversation last month, co-authored by computer science professor Alan Woodward and secure systems lecturer Daniel Gardham, both of the University of Surrey. Attacks rose by a whopping 1,055 per cent in 2024, according to the National Fraud Database. It has also allegedly been used in the hacking of former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey in 2019. "Our mobile phone numbers have become a de facto form of identification, but they can be hijacked for nefarious purposes," the pair wrote. People typically have the same phone number for years - even after changing phones, losing their device, or having it stolen. "When a user buys a new phone, or just a new sim card for a spare device they might have, they might call their service provider to transfer their longstanding mobile number to the new sim card," experts explained. "The problem is that the service provider doesn't know if it is really them calling to transfer the number. "Hence, they launch into a series of questions to make sure they are who they say they are." These security questions are used for all kinds of accounts, and often ask for the same information. For example, "what is your mother's maiden name?", or "...the name of your first pet?" Huge Global Data Breach: 16 Billion Accounts at Risk But if someone else can know the answers to those questions after stalking your social media, it leaves you at risk of not only SIM swap fraud but other forms of hacking. "The rise of social media has made it easier than ever for scammers to piece together what was once considered private information," experts wrote. "Suddenly, someone else can make and receive calls and SMS messages using your number." That means hackers can make calls at your expense. But it's not just your phone number that can be stolen. SIM swapping can be used to breach all your other accounts through the theft of two-factor authentication (2FA) codes. Security experts recommend all consumers have the 2FA tool switched on with all their accounts. 5 Instead of just relying on a password, 2FA adds a second factor - like a code from your phone or biometric data like your fingerprint or face ID. Woodward and Gardham added: "Remember when you created your email, bank account or even online grocery shopping account and you were encouraged to set up two-factor authentication (2FA)? "You listened, but the system set your 'second factor' as your mobile phone number. "You input your username and password, and it asks for a time-limited code that it sends to you as an SMS message." Now, if you have been a victim of SIM swapping - the hackers will receive your security codes instead of you. This could potentially grant them access to all sorts of accounts, from your social media to your banking app. Efforts to improve login security have led to the rise of what are known as passkeys... Which are long sequence of random digits called cryptographic keys that are stored on your device, such as a smartphone or computer. Prof Alan Woodward and lecturer Daniel Gardham, of the University of Surrey It's important to note that even with the risks of SIM swapping, 2FA should still be enabled on all your accounts. In addition to it, however, experts are encouraging the use of passkeys - a passwordless login method that is supposed to be more secure. "Efforts to improve login security have led to the rise of what are known as passkeys," Woodward and Gardham explained. "Which are long sequence of random digits called cryptographic keys that are stored on your device, such as a smartphone or computer." Passkeys are used to log into your online account only when you unlock your phone through your PIN code, fingerprint or face ID. WHAT ARE PASSKEYS? Passkeys are the newer, safer passwords, according to tech companies and security experts. They allow you to log into your accounts using biometrics like your fingerprint or face scan. You can even use your phone's passcode. To sign into a website or app on your phone, all you need to do is unlock your phone. This also works for websites on PCs and laptops. If you're trying to sign into a website on your computer, you just need your phone nearby. You will be prompted to unlock your phone when trying to log into an account on your computer, which will then grant you access on the PC. By using unique credentials tied to your phone or other devices, you make your accounts more resistant to phishing and other password-based attacks. 5 5
Daily Mail
4 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
M&S shoppers fury as many of their favourite products including Colin the Caterpillar are STILL unavailable on the website after cyber attack
Shoppers have been furious after they are still unable to buy items like sports bras, jeans and even Colin the Caterpillar. Some items such as Clinique foundation and Wrangler jeans as well some Reebok sports bras and Colin the Caterpillar birthday cake are among the thousands of products yet to be available more than two months after a cyberattack crippled the major retailer's website. Although the retailer has recently brought back a limited selection of third-party brands like Adidas, Columbia, and Lilybod, many ranges are still missing or offering only limited stock. Delivery times for customers in England, Scotland, and Wales have now been cut from ten days to five, but click-and-collect and next-day delivery remain unavailable. Meanwhile, shoppers in Northern Ireland still can't get home delivery at all, according to The Times. The sluggish recovery has left customers questioning the delay. The website was down for 51 days, and although it is now back online, service remains far from normal. Before the cyberattack, the average recovery time following a cyberattack was just 22 days, according to research published last year, making this incident one of the most prolonged online outages in recent retail memory. M&S have said that its full range of products as well as normal delivery times will be returning 'over the coming weeks' did not elaborate on how many of those are back online. A source told the newspaper that it is more than a half. An expert has said 'an abundance of caution' may be behind the delay, with the retail likely to be rebuilding its systems from scratch rather than trying to save its existing software. Professor Alan Woodward of the University of Surrey said: 'They probably did this because the criminals are very good at building malware that can persist and hide in little nooks and crannies on your network.' He suggests that the tech team working with the retail giant is probably going 'the extra mile' as the brand's reputation is on the line. When approached, a source told the newspaper: 'The last thing we want to do is let customers down, promising to fulfil an order in a specific timescale and then not do it.' The retailer continues to insist that its recovery is ahead of schedule, although Prof Woodward said he is surprised at the delay. Since relaunching the site, the retailer's main focus appears to be restocking summer clothing, likely in a bid to clear a backlog of unsold seasonal stock before the sunshine disappears.
South Wales Guardian
5 hours ago
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Aldi giving away free £50 to customers this summer
With prices continuing to soar, this scheme may provide vital relief to thousands. It will be giving away a free £50 voucher every single day throughout July and August, offering financial relief to families feeling the pinch. That adds up to 62 vouchers in total, one for every day of the summer break, and it's open to parents across Great Britain, including Scotland, where schools finish earlier. Us walking by M&S knowing Cuthy-B is free #SuperBowl To be in with a chance of bagging one of the vouchers, parents need to send their name and email address to SummerSupportScheme@ There are no lengthy forms or complicated sign-ups – just one quick email to apply. Each day, one family will be selected at random and awarded a £50 Aldi voucher to spend in-store on whatever they need. The supermarket says families can use the vouchers however they like. Recommended reading: That could be for their weekly food shop, snacks to keep the kids going, or even treats from the Specialbuy aisle, like toys and garden games to keep children entertained during the long summer break. Julie Ashfield, chief commercial officer at Aldi UK, said: 'The school holidays can put extra pressure on finances, especially when it comes to keeping children fed, entertained and active during the six-week break. "As the UK's cheapest supermarket, we don't believe in paying a premium for healthy, quality food and we'll always do what we can to support parents in making their money go further.'
