Google has recently confirmed that they will be introducing an Independent Security Review badge to identify Android VPN apps that have undergone an independent security assessment, taking into account the concerns of users regarding Android cybersecurity. The App Defense Alliance…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
American Airlines Pilot Union Targeted in a Major Ransomware Attack
In the wake of the most recent in a string of cyberattacks that have affected the aviation sector, the American Airlines pilot union is attempting to restore its systems. On October 30, the union, which is in charge of…
US Focus on Cybersecurity, But Contractors Lag Behind in Preparedness
The leaders of the Five Eyes, a coalition of English-speaking intelligence agencies, have emphasized the critical nature of safeguarding sensitive information in cyberspace, especially in light of the escalating tensions with The People’s Republic of China, which they have…
How is Brave’s ‘Leo’ a Better Generative AI Option?
Brave Browser Brave is a Chromium-based browser, running on Brave search engine, that restricted tracking for personal ads. Brave’s new product – Leo – is a generative AI assistant, on top of Anthropic’s Claude and Meta’s Llama 2. Apparently, Leo…
How Blockchain Technology Can Reshape Systems Via Computer Vision?
Blockchain technology vows to bring transformative changes in several sectors. Via ‘computer vision’ integration, blockchain has the potential to enhance the abilities of computer vision in several ways. This blog provides a detailed look at the benefits of integrating blockchain…
Security Executives: Navigating Cyber Liability Risks
Businesses and organizations across all industries now prioritize cybersecurity as a top priority in an increasingly digital world. Following cyber threats and breaches, security executives are facing increasing liability issues, as reported in recent studies. In addition to highlighting the…
Here’s How RegTech is Transforming India’s Regulatory Landscape
Businesses in India finish their GST returns for the month on the 20th of each month, believing their compliance work for the month is finished. However, they soon receive automated notices pointing out inconsistencies in their reporting. This procedure…
Worldwide Alliance: 50 Countries Join Forces Against Ransomware Attacks
The technology giant has launched a new initiative in response to six high-profile cyberattacks that exploited different aspects of Microsoft’s security and cloud infrastructure in the past few years, which aimed to revamp the company’s approach to software security…
Impersonation Attack: Cybercriminals Impersonates AUC Head Using AI
Online fraudsters, in another shocking case, have used AI technology to pose as Moussa Faki Mahamat, the chairman of the African Union Commission. This bold cybercrime revealed gaps in the African Union (AU) leadership’s communication channels as imposters successfully mimicked…
Shimano Suffers Cyberattack: 4.5 Terabytes Company Data Breached
Shimano, the market-leading cycling component manufacturer, has been the subject of a ransomware attack that has affected 4.5 terabytes of important company data. The Japanese manufacturing has apparently been targeted by ransomware organization LockBit, who are threatening to expose the…
Google Introduces .ing Web Domains at a Hefty Cost
Google has announced that the.ing web domain is now available for users who want to spice up their URL. There are numerous approaches to creating a good website. Quality design, engaging content, and responsive customer service are all important…
Wearable Tech Evolution: Google Integrates Heart Rate Monitoring into ANC Earbuds
It has been made clear by Google that they have made rapid progress in developing technology that will allow users to make a significant upgrade to their existing true wireless earbuds. Wireless earbuds might be able to integrate heart…
China Sets Sights on ‘Unlawful’ Weather Stations in Spy Hunting Campaign
China is intensifying efforts to counter foreign espionage activities through a crackdown on weather stations believed to be spying for other countries. The Ministry of State Security, China’s civilian spy agency, announced the discovery of hundreds of illegal meteorological…
Nym’s Decentralized VPN: A Game-Changer for Online Privacy
Nym, a privacy technology company, is getting ready to introduce a decentralized VPN (Virtual Private Network) that aims to completely change how we safeguard our online data and preserve our privacy in a quickly changing digital environment where online privacy…
Google Completes Mobile-First Indexing After 7 Years
Google has finally announced that it has completed its mobile-first indexing initiative, which means that it will use the mobile version of websites for indexing and ranking purposes. This is a major change that affects how Google crawls, indexes, and…
AI’s Swift Impact on the IT Industry
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Information Technology (IT) industry is poised to bring about rapid and profound changes. As businesses seek to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape, the adoption of AI technologies promises to revolutionize…
Meta Extends Ad-Free Facebook and Instagram Premium Access Worldwide
With the introduction of its ad-free subscription service, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, offers European users the chance to enjoy their favourite social platforms without being bombarded with advertisements. The recent ruling of the EU’s Court of…
DarkGate Using its New Variant MSI to Harm Your System
In the last month, the Netskope Threat Labs team noticed a big increase in malware being spread through SharePoint. This happened because some cyber attackers used Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to trick people into downloading the malware, called DarkGate.…
Atlassian Warns of Critical Confluence Vulnerability Resulting in Data Loss
Just weeks after state-backed hackers targeted its products, Australian software giant Atlassian has warned of a critical security flaw that could result in “significant data loss” for customers. The company issued an advisory this week urging clients to patch…
American Airlines Pilot Union Hit with Ransomware
On Monday, the Allied Pilots Association (APA), the preeminent labour union representing 15,000 dedicated pilots of American Airlines, revealed that its systems fell victim to a ransomware attack. Established in 1963, the APA stands as the foremost independent trade union…