A hacker claims to have accessed a large database linked with the Indian government’s portal for blue-collar workers emigrating from the country. The eMigrate portal’s database allegedly includes full names, contact numbers, email addresses, dates of birth, mailing addresses,…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Jack Dorsey Warns: The Blurring Line Between Real and Fake
Tech billionaire Jack Dorsey, best known as the founder of Twitter (now X), has issued a stark warning about the future. He predicts that in the next five to ten years, it will become increasingly difficult for people to…
The Role of Immutable Data Storage in Strengthening Cybersecurity
In today’s rapidly advancing digital world, how organisations store their data is crucial to their cybersecurity strategies. Whether protecting sensitive customer information, securing intellectual property, or ensuring smooth business operations, effective data storage methods can prominently impact an organisation’s…
Fresh MOVEit Vulnerability Under Active Exploitation: Urgent Updates Needed
A newly discovered vulnerability in MOVEit, a popular file transfer tool, is currently under active exploitation, posing serious threats to remote workforces. Cybercriminals are taking advantage of this flaw to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data. This exploitation highlights…
Hackers Slip Backdoor into WordPress Plugins in Latest Supply-Chain Attack
Security researchers announced on Monday that there had been a supply chain attack on up to 36,000 WordPress plugins running on a wide range of websites that had been backdoored by unknown hackers. Currently, researchers from security firm Wordfence…
Web3 in Healthcare: Privacy, Consent, and Equity
The convergence of Web3 technologies and the healthcare industry has sparked significant interest and investment. As blockchain, decentralized applications (dApps), and smart contracts gain traction, the potential benefits for healthcare are immense. However, this rapid adoption also brings cybersecurity challenges…
Rethinking the Cloud: Why Companies Are Returning to Private Solutions
In the past ten years, public cloud computing has dramatically changed the IT industry, promising businesses limitless scalability and flexibility. By reducing the need for internal infrastructure and specialised personnel, many companies have eagerly embraced public cloud services. However, as…
Ransomware Strikes Auto Dealerships: The CDK Global Incident
The Attack The automotive industry has faced an unprecedented challenge: a cyberattack targeting CDK Global, a major software provider for auto dealerships. This incident has sent shockwaves through the industry, affecting dealerships across the United States. In this blog post,…
P2Pinfect Worm Now Delivering Ransomware on Redis Servers
Cado Security experts warned that the P2Pinfect worm is used in attacks on Redis servers to deliver ransomware and cryptocurrency mining payloads. Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 researchers uncovered the P2P worm P2PInfect in July 2023, which targets Redis…
The Blockchain Revolution: Transforming Industries Beyond Finance
Blockchain technology, which was first developed as part of the backbone of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, has grown beyond its original purpose. To enhance efficiency, reduce fraud, and spur innovation across various industries, it has its unique attributes-decentralization, transparency,…
Google Chrome Users at Risk: Study Reveals Dangerous Extensions Affecting 280 Million
A recent study has unveiled a critical security threat impacting approximately 280 million Google Chrome users who have installed dangerous browser extensions. These extensions, often masquerading as useful tools, can lead to severe security risks such as data theft,…
BSNL Reportedly Suffers Major Data Breach: Sensitive User Information at Risk
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reportedly experienced a significant data breach, with the responsible threat actor claiming to have acquired sensitive user and operational data. The government-owned telecom provider’s servers were attacked, resulting in the hackers obtaining SIM…
Digital Afterlife: Are We Ready for Virtual Resurrections?
Imagine receiving a message that your deceased father’s “digital immortal” bot is ready to chat. This scenario, once confined to science fiction, is becoming a reality as the digital afterlife industry evolves. Virtual reconstructions of loved ones, created using…
Law Enforcement is Spying on Thousands of U.S. Citizens’ Mail
The Washington Post reported on Monday that federal law enforcement authorities have long received information about certain Americans’ mail via a little-known U.S. Postal Service operation known as the “mail covers program.” While officials argue that the program is…
From Hype to Reality: Understanding Abandoned AI Initiatives
A survey discovered that nearly half of all new commercial artificial intelligence projects are abandoned in the middle. Navigating the AI Implementation Maze A recent study by the multinational law firm DLA Piper, which surveyed 600 top executives and decision-makers…
Cybercriminal Group UNC5537 Strikes with Major Data Breaches
In recent weeks, the cybercriminal group UNC5537 has made significant waves. This ransomware gang, potentially linked to ShinyHunters or Scattered Spider, stole over 560 million customer records from Ticketmaster. On May 28, they listed this data for sale on…
Why Cybercriminals Keep Targeting the NHS: Insights into the Latest Attack
In a statement released on 3 June, NHS England confirmed that the patient data managed by the company Synnovis for blood testing was stolen in a ransomware attack. In a threat to extort money from Synnovis, a group of…
Back-to-Back Cyberattacks Disrupt Car Dealers in the US and Canada
In recent weeks, car dealerships across the United States and Canada have been severely disrupted by consecutive cyberattacks, underlining the growing vulnerability of the automotive retail sector. These attacks, involving sophisticated ransomware operations, have caused significant operational challenges, impacting…
IT and Consulting Firms Leverage Generative AI for Employee Development
Generative AI (GenAI) has emerged as a driving focus area in the learning and development (L&D) strategies of IT and consulting firms. Companies are increasingly investing in comprehensive training programs to equip their employees with essential GenAI skills, spanning from…
Ensuring Secure Communication in the Digital Age with VPNs and Post-Quantum Cryptography
Cryptography secures online communication, but with reported losses of $534 million due to data breaches in 2023, robust encryption is crucial. Weak encryption invites breaches and man-in-the-middle attacks. Strong VPNs provide robust encryption and secure internet communication paths, essential…