In a joint effort, the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) have issued a serious warning about the activities of the Lazarus hacking group, associated with North Korea. The group is exploiting a…
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Word Document Scam Alert: Windows Users Vulnerable to Cyber Exploits
As a result of a recently discovered bug, hackers are able to execute remote code in all versions of Microsoft’s proprietary MSHTML browser engine without having to install the application. There is a zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Word that…
SMBs Witness Surge in ‘Malware Free’ Attacks
According to the first-ever SMB Threat Report from Huntress, a company that offers security platforms and services to SMBs and managed service providers (MSPs), the most common threats that small and medium businesses (SMBs) faced in Q3 2023 were “malware…
ColdFusion’s Close Call: A Peek into the Anatomy of a Failed Ransomware Strike
Several threat actors have recently used outdated Adobe software to exploit systems and deploy ransomware payloads, highlighting the ever-evolving tactics that they use to attack networks and deploy the ransomware payloads. It has been discovered that the attack took…
Cyber Monday Scams: Stay Vigilant and Protect Yourself from These Sneaky Tricks
With the shopping holiday of Cyber Monday just around the corner, Brits are being urged to exercise heightened caution against online scams. The prevalence of online scams has surged in recent years, and scammers have become increasingly adept at…
Google’s Ad Blocker Crackdown Sparks Controversy
Concerns have been raised by consumers and proponents of digital rights as a result of Google’s recent increased crackdown on ad blockers. The move exposes a multifaceted effort that involves purposeful browser slowdowns and strict actions on YouTube, as…
Chinese Hackers Lurked for Over Two Years to Steal NXP’s Chipmaking IP
Chinese-affiliated hacker group Chimaera secured access to the network of the massive Dutch semiconductor company NXP for more than two years, from late 2017 to the start of 2020, NRC reported.During this time, the notorious hackers allegedly stole intellectual…
Private Data Of 185,000 Customers Stolen in AutoZone Cyber Attack
In May, a ransomware gang compromised AutoZone, the biggest automotive parts retailer in the United States. An intrusion into AutoZone’s data storage took place in May of this year, exposing sensitive information of nearly 185,000 customers. Hackers discovered vulnerabilities…
Appscook Data Breach: App Used by Hundreds of Schools Leak Children’s Data
In a recent investigation, a team of security researchers from cybersecurity firm Cybernews found that IT company Appscook – which develops applications used by more than 600 schools in India and Sri Lanka for academic management – leaked a startling…
Australia’s Cyber Strategy: No Ransomware Payment Ban
Australia has recently unveiled its new Cyber Security Strategy for 2023-2030, and amidst the comprehensive plan, one notable aspect stands out – the absence of a ban on ransomware payments. In a world grappling with increasing cyber threats, this decision…
Crypto Investors Face Nearly $1M in Losses Due to Rug Pull Schemes
Check Point’s Threat Intel Blockchain system has exposed a new fraudulent activity, spotlighting the ongoing issue of Rug Pulls – a deceitful maneuver causing financial harm to investors. The system recently detected dubious actions associated with a specific wallet…
Data Breach Threat: OwnCloud Users Urged to Patch Vulnerabilities Now
The maintainers of ownCloud, a popular open-source file-sharing software, have recently issued an alert regarding three critical security flaws that could have severe consequences. The flaws have become known through a recent announcement by ownCloud’s maintainers. Several vulnerabilities in…
Taj Hotels Faces Data Breach, Revealing Data of 1.5 Million Customers
The cybersecurity landscape witnessed a recent data breach that sent shockwaves through the esteemed Taj Hotels chain. Perpetrated by the group “Dnacookies,” the hack has potentially impacted more than 1.5 million consumers, prompting heightened concerns about data security, customer…
Seventy One Percent of Employers Might Fall Behind in the Race for Generative AI, BTG Report Warns
The Business Talent Group’s (BTG) 2023 Skills Index report revealed some alarming data about artificial intelligence and how it is being used in modern workplaces. Artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science are still in-demand skills; in fact, demand…
How to Stay Protect From Cybercrimes in This Holiday Season?
As the Christmas month is almost here, online consumers are increasingly turning to online shopping, making it also a festive season for threat actors to conduct cybercrime activities. Because of the increase in e-commerce and the sizeable number of online…
Laptops with Windows Hello Fingerprint Authentication Vulnerable
Microsoft’s Windows Hello security, which offers a passwordless method of logging into Windows-powered machines may not be as secure as users think. Microsoft Windows Hello fingerprint authentication was evaluated for security over its fingerprint sensors embedded in laptops. This…
Blender’s Battle: Triumph Over DDoS Adversity
Open-source projects are now the foundation of innovation in a world where digital infrastructure is becoming more and more important. Even these groups, though, appear to be vulnerable to the constant threat of cyberattacks. The Blender Project was recently the…
Sekoia Reports: Latest in the Financial Sector Cyber Threat Landscape
France-based cybersecurity company Sekoia published a new report regarding the evolution in the financial sector threat landscape. Among the many cybersecurity issues, phishing attacks like QR code phishing were the ones that have seen a massive surge in the sector.…
UK and South Korea Issue Joint Advisory Over North Korea-Linked Cyber Assaults
The UK and South Korea have issued warnings that cyber attacks by North Korean state-linked groups are becoming more sophisticated and widespread. The two countries’ cyber security and intelligence agencies have issued a new joint advisory urging organisations to…
Data Breach Threat: Hackers Target TransUnion and Experian, Demand R1.1 Billion Ransom
In a recent development, two of South Africa’s largest credit bureaus, TransUnion and Experian, have been targeted by hackers known as N4ughtySecTU, who claim to have gained access to sensitive financial and personal data of South African citizens. TransUnion…