The Heritage Foundation, a prominent conservative think tank based in Washington, DC, revealed on Friday that it had fallen victim to a cyberattack earlier in the week. The attack, which occurred amid ongoing efforts to mitigate its effects, left…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Ban the Scan – Is Facial Recognition a Risk to Civil Liberties?
There are numerous voices around the world opposing the use of facial recognition technology. Many people believe facial recognition poses a severe threat to individual privacy, free speech, racial inequality, and data security. People who oppose it have solid…
IMF Warns of Potential Bank Runs Triggered by Cyber Attacks
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised concerns about the increasing frequency and severity of cyber attacks, warning that they could potentially lead to bank runs. According to the IMF, these cyber threats pose significant risks to financial stability…
The Hidden Risk of Airport Phone Charging Stations and Why You Should Avoid It
Security experts have highlighted three compelling reasons why tourists should avoid charging their phones at airports. In light of these risks, it’s advisable to exercise caution when using public charging stations, especially at airports. Protecting your personal information should always…
Roku Security Breach Exposes Over 500,000 User Accounts to Cyber Threats
In a recent set of events, streaming giant Roku has disclosed an eminent security breach affecting over half a million user accounts. Following a recent data breach, Roku has uncovered additional compromised accounts, totaling approximately 576,000 users affected by…
Data-Stealing Malware Infections Surge by 600% in Three Years, Kaspersky Reports
The digital landscape has become increasingly treacherous, with a startling surge in data-stealing malware compromising millions of devices worldwide. According to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky, the number of devices infected with data-stealing malware has skyrocketed by over 600% in the…
Cybersecurity Crisis: Small Firms Rank Attacks as the Greatest Business Risk
As a result of the rapid development of generative artificial intelligence, cyberattackers will likely have the upper hand in the short to medium term, compounding the long-term increase in cybersecurity risks for businesses, according to a report published by…
CISA Directs Affected Agencies to Mitigate Risks Arising from Microsoft Breach
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a new emergency directive aimed at U.S. federal agencies in response to the breach of multiple Microsoft corporate email accounts by the Russian APT29 hacking group. The directive, known as…
Data Exposure Incident: iCabbi’s Security Breach
Data is the new currency, but what happens when the guardians of our privacy mess up? The recent incident involving iCabbi, a taxi software vendor, brings notice to the delicate balance between convenience and security. The Breach Unveiled On a…
Second Largest Employer Amazon Opts For Robots, Substituting 100,000 Jobs
Amazon.com Inc. is swiftly increasing the use of robotics, with over 750,000 robots functioning alongside its employees. There are 1.5 million people at the second-largest private company in the world. Even if it’s a large number, it represents a…
Nationwide Scam Targets Road Toll Users via SMS Phishing Scheme
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has alerted the public to a widespread SMS phishing scam sweeping across the United States. The scam, which began in early March 2024, specifically targets individuals with fraudulent messages regarding unpaid road toll…
Apple Steps Up Spyware Alerts Amid Rising Mercenary Threats
It has been reported that Apple sent notifications on April 10 to its Indian and 91 other users letting them know they might have been a victim of a possible mercenary spyware attack. As stated in the company’s notification…
Navigating the Complex Landscape of Cyber Threats: Insights from the Sisense Breach and North Korean Tactics
In the intricate tapestry of cybersecurity, recent events have thrust vulnerabilities and threats into the spotlight once again. The breach of data analytics powerhouse Sisense, coupled with the emergence of novel sub-techniques utilized by North Korean threat actors, underscores…
Apple Alerts iPhone Users of ‘Mercenary Attack’ Threat
Apple issued security alerts to individuals in 92 nations on Wednesday, cautioning them that their iPhones had been targeted in a remote spyware attack linked to mercenaries. The company sent out threat notification emails, informing recipients, “Apple has detected…
Iranian Hackers Use New C2 Tool ‘DarkBeatC2’ in Recent Operation
MuddyWater, an Iranian threat actor, has used a novel command-and-control (C2) infrastructure known as DarkBeatC2 in its the most recent attack. This tool joins a list of previously used systems, including SimpleHarm, MuddyC3, PhonyC2, and MuddyC2Go. In a recent…
Is Facial Biometrics the Future of Digital Security?
Within the dynamic sphere of digital technology, businesses are continually seeking innovative solutions to streamline operations and step up their security measures. One such innovation that has garnered widespread attention is facial biometrics, a cutting-edge technology encompassing face recognition…
The Silent Flaw: How a 6-Year-Old BMC Vulnerability Went Unnoticed
A six-year-old vulnerability has recently come to light, affecting Intel and Lenovo servers. Let’s delve into the details of this silent flaw and its implications. About vulnerability The vulnerability resides within the Lighttpd web server, a lightweight and efficient open-source…
300 Strikes: Fort Worth’s Battle Against the Medusa Gang
In the wake of a cyberattack on Tarrant County Appraisal District in March, the Medusa ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for the hack and has threatened the public with the threat of leaking 218 GB of the stolen data…
Offensive Security Necessitates a Data-driven Approach for CISOs
There remains a significant disparity in utilisation of resources between defensive and offensive cybersecurity technologies. When comparing the return on investment (ROI) for defensive and offensive investments, security experts discovered that offensive security routinely outperforms defensive security. For example,…
Unmasking the “Golden Top” Cybercrime Syndicate: Zambia’s Battle Against Deception
Zambia has exposed a sophisticated Chinese cybercrime syndicate that preyed on unsuspecting victims across the globe. The operation, which unfolded during a multi-agency raid, led to the apprehension of 77 individuals, including 22 Chinese nationals. This case sheds light on…