Threat actors are continuously evolving, yet Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) remains fragmented across isolated point solutions. Organizations need a holistic analysis that spans external data, inbound and outbound threats, and network activity to accurately assess their cybersecurity posture. Cato’s…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Meta Addresses AI Chatbot’s YouTube Training Data Assertion
Eventually, artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT will run out of the tens of trillions of words people have been writing and sharing on the web, which keeps them smarter. In a new study released on Thursday by Epoch AI,…
Rising Ransomware Attacks Highlight Persistent Cybersecurity Challenges
Despite global law enforcement efforts and heightened attention from the White House, ransomware incidents continue to rise unabated, according to a new report from cybersecurity firm Mandiant. Researchers at the Google-owned company identified 50 new ransomware variants in 2023,…
EU Accuses Microsoft of Secretly Harvesting Children’s Data
Noyb (None of Your Business), also known as the European Centre for Digital Rights, has filed two complaints against Microsoft under Article 77 of the GDPR, alleging that the tech giant breached schoolchildren’s privacy rights with its Microsoft 365…
Not a Science Fiction: What NVIDIA CEO Thinks About AI
Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA, highlighted the company’s robotics and industrial digitization advances at COMPUTEX 2024 in Taipei. Huang described how manufacturers like Foxconn use NVIDIA technology, such as Omniverse, Isaac, and Metropolis, to create advanced robotic facilities. “Robotics are…
Google Leak Reveals Concerning Privacy Practices
An internal leak has revealed troubling privacy and security practices at Google, exposing substantial lapses over a span of six years. This revelation highlights the tech giant’s failure to prioritise user data protection, raising concerns about the company’s handling…
Navigating Meta’s AI Data Training: Opt-Out Challenges and Privacy Considerations
The privacy policy update Meta will reportedly amend its privacy policy beginning June 26 to allow its AI to be educated on your data. The story spread on social media after Meta sent out emails and notifications to subscribers in…
Google Faces Scrutiny Over Internal Database Leak Exposing Privacy Incidents
A newly leaked internal database has revealed thousands of previously unknown privacy incidents at Google over the past six years. This information, first reported by tech outlet 404 Media, highlights a range of privacy issues affecting a broad user…
First American Reveals Impact of December Cyberattack
The cyberattack that disrupted First American Financial’s systems in late December impacted 44,000 individuals, according to regulatory filings on Friday. In an 8K disclosure to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the title insurance company stated that its…
TargetCompany’s Linux Variant is Targeting ESXi Environments
Researchers discovered a new Linux variation of the TargetCompany ransomware family that targets VMware ESXi setups and uses a custom shell script to distribute and execute payloads. The TargetCompany ransomware operation, also known as Mallox, FARGO, and Tohnichi, began…
Strengthening Healthcare Cybersecurity: A Collaborative Imperative
In recent years, cyberattacks have surged, putting every segment of the nation’s healthcare system—from hospitals and physician practices to payment processing companies and biomedical facilities—under stress. These attacks disrupt patient care and cost the industry billions. Erik Decker, Vice…
Windows AI’s Screenshot Feature Labeled a ‘Disaster’ for Security
In the last few months, Microsoft has been touting AI PCs. Additionally, Microsoft recently released a new feature for Windows 11 called “Recall” that is capable of taking a screenshot of everything users do and making all their actions…
Bitcoin Heist Hits Japanese Exchange DMM Bitcoin
In a security breach, Japanese cryptocurrency exchange DMM Bitcoin announced the theft of approximately 4,502.9 Bitcoin, valued at around 48.2 billion yen (approximately $304 million). The incident marks one of the largest cryptocurrency heists in recent history. The breach…
Polish State Media Targeted in Alleged Russian-Backed Cyberattack
In a concerning development on May 31, the Polish Press Agency (PAP), a state-run media outlet, was targeted in a cyberattack that authorities have attributed to Russian-backed operatives. This incident adds to a growing list of cyber aggression linked…
Global Resurgence of Grandoreiro Banking Trojan Hitting High
The cybercriminal group behind the Grandoreiro banking trojan has re-emerged in a global campaign since March 2024, following a significant law enforcement takedown earlier this year. This large-scale phishing operation targets over 1,500 banks across more than 60 countries,…
WhatsApp Bans 7.1 Million Indian Users, Warns of More Bans for Rule Violations
A Meta-owned company called WhatsApp announced on Saturday that the company had banned more than 7.1 million Indian WhatsApp accounts for violating local laws in April. Approximately 1,302,000 of the 7,182,000 banned WhatsApp accounts were proactively blocked before any…
Rise of Cybercrime in India: Reasons, Impacts & Safety Measures
The reel is frequently influenced by the real. Jamtara, an OTT series, was inspired by cyber fraud activities carried out in a remote part of Jharkhand. However, the script appears to need some tuning in the future. This is…
Securing India’s Infrastructure: Key Takeaways from the Colonial Pipeline Hack
In 2021, a major supplier of oil and gas to the American east coast, Colonial Pipeline, was taken offline, after a reported ransomware attack. The 5,500-mile pipeline attack triggered a call for increased regulations to protect and strengthen critical infrastructure…
Globl Cybercrime Ring Dismantled in Landmark Operation by Thai and US Authorities
In an extraordinary global effort, authorities have successfully dismantled what is described as the world’s most sophisticated hacking group. This achievement is the result of a relentless joint operation between Thai and US security agencies. The FBI and Thailand’s…
UAE Takes Measures to Strengthen Cybersecurity in the META Region
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is emerging as a beacon of innovation and technological advancement in the Middle East, and its commitment to cybersecurity is a vital element in shaping its hyper-connected future. As the UAE’s digital footprint expands,…