In a security breach, several Azure accounts were compromised for the first time in history, which resulted in the loss of important data from the users. A cyberattack was launched against senior executives in several major corporations and affected…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
RansomHouse Gang Streamlines VMware ESXi Attacks Using Latest MrAgent Tool
RansomHouse, a ransomware group known for its double extortion tactics, has developed a new tool named ‘MrAgent’ to facilitate the widespread deployment of its data encrypter on VMware ESXi hypervisors. Since its emergence in December 2021, RansomHouse has been…
Beware, iPhone Users: iOS GoldDigger Trojan can Steal Face ID and Banking Details
Numerous people pick iPhones over Android phones because they believe iPhones are more secure. However, this may no longer be the case due to the emergence of a new banking trojan designed explicitly to target iPhone users. According to…
Microsoft and OpenAI Reveal Hackers Weaponizing ChatGPT
In a digital landscape fraught with evolving threats, the marriage of artificial intelligence (AI) and cybercrime has become a potent concern. Recent revelations from Microsoft and OpenAI underscore the alarming trend of malicious actors harnessing advanced language models (LLMs)…
Defense Department Notifies 20,000 People of Data Breach Due to Email Leak
It has surfaced that the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has reached out to around 20,600 individuals to inform them about a data breach that took place last year. The breach, disclosed in a letter sent on February 1,…
Here’s Why Passkeys is a Reliable Option to Safeguard Your Data
We all use way too many passwords, and they are probably not very secure. Passkeys are the next step in password technology, aiming to replace passwords with a more secure alternative. Trouble with passwords For a long time, we…
Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: Integrating UEBA for Enhanced Data Protection
There is a transformative shift taking place in cyber security, once a fortress built on rigid protocols and reactive measures. There is an increasing need for a nuanced approach to safeguarding digital assets as digital landscapes become increasingly intricate…
Generative AI Redefines Cybersecurity Defense Against Advanced Threats
In the ever-shifting realm of cybersecurity, the dynamic dance between defenders and attackers has reached a new echelon with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI. This technological advancement has not only armed cybercriminals with sophisticated tools…
Tech Disparity: Low-Income Students Exposed to More Ads
A recent analysis reveals that students from low-income families are disproportionately attending schools lacking proper scrutiny of their educational technology, raising concerns about their data privacy. The study, conducted by Internet Safety Labs, indicates that these schools are more…
ChatGPT Evolved with Digital Memory: Enhancing Conversational Recall
The ChatGPT software is getting a major upgrade – users will be able to get more customized and helpful replies to their previous conversations by storing them in memory. The memory feature is being tested with a small number…
The Convergence of CIO and CISO Roles in the Digital Age
As businesses embrace the cloud, software-as-a-service (SaaS), and remote work, a million-dollar question arises: How will these roles evolve? The answer seems as complex as the myriad factors influencing it – company size, industry, culture, existing organizational charts, and…
Experts Predict AI to Create Job Opportunities in Energy Sector
The latest the findings from Airswift’s ninth annual Global Energy Talent Index (GETI) survey show a significant shift in opinion of the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the employment market in the energy industry. Contrary to popular belief,…
The Latest Prudential Financial Data Breach Exposes Vulnerabilities
Prudential Financial, a global financial giant managing trillions in assets, recently revealed a cybersecurity breach, putting employee and contractor data at risk. The incident, identified on February 5, highlighted the vulnerabilities in even the most robust financial institutions’ cybersecurity…
FBI Shuts Down Warzone RAT; Cybercriminals Arrested
In a major victory against cybercrime, the FBI has successfully taken down the Warzone RAT malware operation. This operation led to the arrest of two individuals involved in the illicit activities. One of the suspects, 27-year-old Daniel Meli from…
Data Disaster: 33 Million French Citizens at Risk in Massive Leak
A massive security breach at two third-party healthcare payment servicers has exposed the information of nearly half of all French citizens by way of a major breach of personal information, the French data privacy watchdog revealed last week. As…
23andMe Is On The Ventilator. Its CEO Remains ‘Hopeful’
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…
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…