The largest city in the Indian state of Gujarat, Ahmedabad, made history by being the first to install a surveillance system connected to artificial intelligence (AI). In order to enhance public safety and security, the city has teamed up…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
With Deepfakes on Rise, Where is AI Technology Headed?
Where is the Artificial Intelligence Headed? Two words, ‘Artificial’ and ‘Intelligence’, together have been one of the most evident buzzwords that have been driving lives and preparing the world for the real ride ahead, and that of the world economy. …
A Delhi Lawyer’s Encounter Exposes Hidden Perils of SIM Swap Scam
In the contemporary landscape dominated by digital interconnectedness, the escalating menace of cybercrime has assumed unprecedented proportions. The latest threat on the horizon is the insidious ‘SIM Swap’ scam, an advanced scheme exploiting vulnerabilities in the telecommunications system. In…
Identity Crisis: 14 Million Individuals at Risk After Mortgage Lender’s Data Breach
Mr Cooper, the private mortgage lender, has now admitted almost 14.7 million individuals’ private data has been stolen in a previous IT security breach, which resulted in the theft of their addresses and bank account numbers, but it is…
Records of Crucial Cases May Have Been Compromised by a Cyberattack on Victoria’s Court System
Ransomware used to assault Victoria’s court system An independent expert believes that ransomware was used to assault Victoria’s court system and that the attack was coordinated by Russian hackers. According to a representative for Court Services Victoria (CSV), hackers gained…
Future Health: AI’s Impact on Personalised Care in 2024
As we dive into the era of incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into healthcare, the medical sector is poised for a profound transformation. AI holds immense potential in healthcare, offering groundbreaking advancements in diagnostics, personalised treatment approaches, and streamlined administrative…
“Pink Drainer” Siphons $4.4 Million Chainlink Through Phishing
Pink Drainer, the infamous crypto-hacking outfit, has been accused in a highly sophisticated phishing scheme that resulted in the theft of $4.4 million in Chainlink (LINK) tokens. This recent cyber crime targeted a single victim who was duped into…
Hangzhou’s Cybersecurity Breakthrough: How ChatGPT Elevated Ransomware Resolution
The Chinese media reported on Thursday that local police have arrested a criminal gang from Hangzhou who are using ChatGPT for program optimization to carry out ransomware attacks for the purpose of extortion. An organization in the Shangcheng district…
Zeppelin2 Ransomware: An Emerging Menace in the Dark Web Ecosystem
In a recent update from an underground online forum, a user is actively promoting the sale of Zeppelin2 ransomware, providing both its source code and a cracked version of its builder tool. This malicious software, known for its destructive…
Comcast-Owned Telcom Business ‘Xfinity’ Suffers Data Breach
Comcast-owned Xfinity has suffered a major data breach, affecting more than 25 million of its customers. This intrusion not only demonstrates a risky and expanding practice among hackers, but it has also greatly increased the vulnerability of millions of US-based…
Learn How to Decrypt Black Basta Ransomware Attack Without Paying Ransom
Researchers have created a tool designed to exploit a vulnerability in the Black Basta ransomware, allowing victims to recover their files without succumbing to ransom demands. This decryption tool potentially provides a remedy for individuals who fell victim to Black…
Time to Guard : Protect Your Google Account from Advanced Malware
In the ever-changing world of cybersecurity, a new type of threat has emerged, causing serious concerns among experts. Advanced malware, like Lumma Stealer, is now capable of doing something particularly alarming – manipulating authentication tokens. These tokens are like…
Google Patches Around 100 Security Bugs
Updates were released in a frenzy in December as companies like Google and Apple scrambled to release patches in time for the holidays in order to address critical vulnerabilities in their devices. Giants in enterprise software also released their fair…
New DLL Search Order Hijacking Variant Evades Windows 10 and 11 Protections
Security researchers have outlined a fresh variant of a dynamic link library (DLL) search order hijacking technique, potentially enabling threat actors to circumvent security measures and execute malicious code on computers running Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11. The…
DWP Clarifies What Bank Accounts are Targeted in Crackdown on Benefit Fraud
Identity of the bank accounts targeted in the DWP crackdown on benefit fraud have recently been made clear. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will examine bank accounts as part of the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill that…
Two Cyber Scammers Arrested; Police Uncover Transactions of ₹60 crore in Bank Accounts
Two cyber fraudsters were detained last week on Friday in Gujarat for allegedly being involved in a scheme that defrauded college students of lakhs of dollars by persuading them to like YouTube videos. Authorities investigated their bank records and…
Decoding the Digital Mind: EU’s Blueprint for AI Regulation
In what’s considered one of the most significant parts of the world’s first comprehensive artificial intelligence regulation, the European Union has gotten to a preliminary agreement that restricts the use of the ChatGPT model and many other deep learning…
2024 Tech Landscape: AI Evolution, Emotion Tech Dominance, and Quantum Advances
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is like a game-changer in computer science. It’s becoming the key player in making new technologies like big data, robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) possible. In 2023, the tech landscape witnessed a surge in the…
DragonForce Ransomware Gang Prompts Ohio Lottery to Shut Down
On 25 December 2023, the Ohio Lottery faced a major cyberattack, as a result, they had to shut down some crucial systems related to the undisclosed internal application. The threat actors behind the breach are the DragonForce ransomware group. While…
A Crucial Update from EPFO Regarding Your PF Account
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), responsible for managing deductions from the salaries of employees, has issued a warning to its 6.5 crore members concerning the escalating threat of cybercrime. EPFO has observed a notable increase in fraudulent activities…