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University of Massachusetts Amherst

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Visa contactless payment security vulnerability

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers find security flaw in expired bank cards

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have identified a security vulnerability known as the ‘Zombie Card’ attack. This exploit allows expired Visa contactless credit cards to be used for real in-store pu

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E-cigarette efficacy for smoking cessation

2 clusters · 66 sources · last updated

Latest: Cochrane review finds nicotine vapes more effective for quitting smoking

Medical discussions regarding the efficacy of e-cigarettes for smoking cessation have gained momentum through new clinical guidelines and large-scale research. Initially, guidelines published in the medical journal JAMA

[ACTIVE] [SPORTS] [US]

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Latest: College soccer: Maryland, Duke, and UMass secure home opener wins

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2026 men's college soccer season start

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Latest: Bryant and UMass men's soccer play to 2-2 draw in season opener

The 2026 men’s college soccer season commenced with several key matchups, including Bryant University and Northeastern University openers. Bryant, ranked No. 10, was scheduled to host UMass at Beirne Stadium in Smithfiel

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Contactless credit card security vulnerabilities

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Cybersecurity research identifies governance gaps and credit card vulnerabilities

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have identified a security vulnerability involving expired contactless credit cards, which they have termed “zombie credit cards.” Presented at the USENIX Security

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