The Silicon Valley and Wall Street golden kid 23andMe was the DNA testing firm just three years ago. The company is currently in risk of being delisted from the Nasdaq. However, CEO of 23andMe Anne Wojcicki tells CNN that…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Bank of America’s Security Response: Mitigating Risks After Vendor Data Breach
In a concerning development, Bank of America has informed its customers about a possible data breach stemming from a security incident involving one of its vendors. This incident raises questions about the security of sensitive customer information, underscoring the…
American Express Faces Criticism Over Weak Password Policies
American Express found itself under scrutiny as users raised eyebrows over their seemingly weak password policies. The requirements, limiting passwords to 6 to 8 characters with a narrow scope of allowed characters, have sparked concerns about the vulnerability of…
Malware Masked as a Visual Studio Update Poses a Threat to macOS
During the last few months, a significant and alarming development in the cybersecurity field has been the discovery of a new malware strain known as RustDoor that has specifically been designed for macOS users. It is RustDoor’s sophisticated and…
The Reasons Behind Companies’ Reversal of Cloud Migration
5 Corporate migration to cloud technology has been a prevalent trend in recent years, hailed as a solution for modernizing IT infrastructure, improving scalability, and reducing operational expenses. However, there’s now a noticeable shift in this trend, with more…
Here’s How to Choose the Right AI Model for Your Requirements
When kicking off a new generative AI project, one of the most vital choices you’ll make is selecting an ideal AI foundation model. This is not a small decision; it will have a substantial impact on the project’s success.…
Playdapp’s $31M Token Heist and Silent Reward Controversy
In a surprising and concerning turn of events, the gaming world faced a significant security breach as Playdapp, a prominent gaming platform, fell victim to a cyber intrusion. The breach resulted in a hacker successfully minting tokens with an…
Playdapp’s $31M Token Heist and Silent Reward Controversy
In a surprising and concerning turn of events, the gaming world faced a significant security breach as Playdapp, a prominent gaming platform, fell victim to a cyber intrusion. The breach resulted in a hacker successfully minting tokens with an…
Meet Laika 13, the AI Chatbot That Acts Like a Social Media Obsessed Adolescent
Swedish AI experts have developed a chatbot called Laika 13, which replicates the actions of a teenager addicted to social media, as a novel approach to combating teen internet addiction. Laika’s development coincides with an increasing awareness of the…
The Rise of RustDoor and ALPHV Ransomware
According to a recent finding, cybersecurity researchers at Bitdefender have identified a concerning development in the growing pool of threats, as a new backdoor named Trojan.MAC.RustDoor is targeting macOS users. This particular threat bears connections to the nefarious ransomware family…
FTC Issues Alert: Americans’ Fraud Losses Soar to $10 Billion in 2023
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has disclosed that in 2023, Americans fell victim to scammers, resulting in losses exceeding $10 billion, indicating a 14% surge compared to the preceding year. In tandem, Chainalysis has reported that ransomware groups…
Microsoft Copilot: A Visual Revolution in AI Image Editing
In a significant and forward-thinking development, Microsoft has recently upgraded its AI-powered coding assistant, Copilot, introducing a groundbreaking feature that extends its capabilities into the realm of AI image editing. This not only marks a substantial expansion of Copilot’s…
Global Authorities Examine 58 Cyberattacks Linked to North Korea, Valued at $3 Billion
North Korean sanctions monitors have been investigating dozens of possible cyberattacks by the regime, which are believed to have raised $3 billion to fuel the state’s nuclear weapons program, according to excerpts released from an unpublished report by the…
Persistent Data Retention: Google and Gemini Concerns
While it competes with Microsoft for subscriptions, Google has renamed its Bard chatbot Gemini after the new artificial intelligence that powers it, called Gemini, and said consumers can pay to upgrade its reasoning capabilities to gain subscribers. Gemini Advanced…
Privacy Watchdog Issues Warning
Information about over 33 million individuals in France, roughly half of the nation’s population, was compromised in a cyber assault after January, as per statements from the country’s data protection authority. The Commission Nationale Informatique et Libertés (CNIL) disclosed…
Microsoft’s Super Bowl Pitch: We Are Now an AI Firm
Microsoft made a comeback to the Super Bowl on Sunday with a commercial for its AI-powered chatbot, highlighting the company’s resolve to shake off its reputation as a stuffy software developer and refocus its offerings on the potential of…
What Is The Virtual Chief Information Security Officer?
In our fast-paced digital age, where everything is just a click away, ensuring the safety of our online space has become more important than ever. It’s like having a virtual fortress that needs protection from unseen threats. Now, imagine…
RustDoor Malware Deceives macOS Users with Visual Studio Update Scam
In a significant and alarming development within the cybersecurity landscape, a new malware strain named RustDoor has surfaced, specifically designed to target macOS users. What sets RustDoor apart from its counterparts is its sophisticated and deceptive tactic—it masquerades as…
The Cyber Risks Of Using Unsecured Wi-Fi Networks And How To Avoid Them
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, public Wi-Fi has become a lifeline for many. Whether in coffee shops, airports, or local hangouts, the convenience of free Wi-Fi is undeniable. However, a recent study by NordVPN draws…
South Staffs Water Faces a Group Action Following Clop Ransomware Attack
Following the theft and disclosure of their data by the Clop/Cl0p ransomware group, nearly one thousand victims recently filed a class action lawsuit against South Staffordshire Plc. South Staffordshire Plc, which owns South Staffordshire Water and Cambridge Water, served…