In a recent interview with CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Mustafa Suleyman, co-founder and CEO of Inflection AI, expressed his views on artificial intelligence (AI). Suleyman, who left Google in 2022, highlighted that while AI is…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
AllaKore RAT: Malware Target Mexican Banks and Crypto Platforms
Mexican financial institutions are suffering attacks by a new spear-phishing campaign, spreading a modified version of an open-source remote access trojan named ‘AllaKore RAT’. The activity was attributed by the BlackBerry Research and Intelligence Team to an unidentified financially motivated…
UK Cybersecurity Agency Issues Warning: AI to Enhance Authenticity of Scam Emails
The UK’s cybersecurity agency has issued a warning that artificial intelligence (AI) advancements may make it challenging to distinguish between genuine and fraudulent emails, particularly those prompting users to reset passwords. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), affiliated with…
This Side of AI Might Not Be What You Expected
In the midst of our tech-driven era, there’s a new concern looming — AI prompt injection attacks. Artificial intelligence, with its transformative capabilities, has become an integral part of our digital interactions. However, the rise of AI prompt injection…
HP Enterprise Reveals Hack Conducted by State-backed Russian Hackers
Hewlett Packard (HP) enterprise reported on Wednesday that alleged state-backed Russian hackers have attacked its cloud-based email system and stolen security and employees’ data. In a Security and Exchange filing, the IT product provider noted that the attack occurred on…
X Launches Secure Login with Passkey for iOS Users in US
X (formerly known as Twitter) is set to allow users to login in with a passkey rather than a password, but only on iOS devices. X earlier announced its intention to roll out passwordless technology, and it has now…
Fortra’s GoAnywhere MFT Software Faces Exploitation, No Evidence of Active Exploitation Detected
Reports on the exploitation of Fortra’s GoAnywhere MFT file transfer software raised concerns due to the potential development of exploit code from a publicly released Proof of Concept (PoC). As of Thursday afternoon, there was no evidence of active…
Data Breaches on the Rise: A Deep Dive into the AI-Driven Privacy Crisis
It is becoming increasingly apparent that artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly widespread in many aspects of our lives as technology continues to advance at an unprecedented rate. It is anticipated that artificial intelligence is going to revolutionize the…
Enhancing API Security: CSPF’s Contribution to Wallarm’s Open-Source Project
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital security, the Cyber Security & Privacy Foundation (CSPF) remains a beacon of innovation and support. Our mission extends beyond mere advocacy for cybersecurity; we actively enhance the tools that fortify our digital world.…
Why Limiting Online Access Risks More Than Teen Safety
In the age of increasing online presence, especially amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic, the safety of young people on the internet has become a prominent concern. With a surge in screen time among youth, online spaces serve as crucial lifelines…
INTERPOL Fights Virtual Crime in the Metaverse
Could the future of law enforcement lie in the virtual world? In a pioneering move, INTERPOL established the INTERPOL Metaverse Expert Group in October 2023, aiming to enhance security in the emerging digital world known as the Metaverse. This…
Major Water Suppliers Hit by Ransomware Attacks
Recent ransomware attacks have impacted two major water supply systems in the United States and the United Kingdom, with Boston-based Veolia North America and England’s Southern Water falling victim to cyber threats. In both instances, attackers have reportedly seized…
Hackers Drain Wallets via Cracked macOS Apps using Scripts Accessed From DNS Records
Hackers have found another clever way to transfer information-stealing malware to macOS users, apparently through DNS records that could hide malicious scripts. The attack is being targeted to macOS Ventura and later, depending on the vulnerable applications repackaged as PKG…
Enhanced Security Alert: Setting Up Stolen Device Protection on iOS 17.3
It has been announced that Apple has released iOS 17.3, the latest version of its iPhone operating system. This new version has several important new features, including Stolen Device Protection, which provides users with additional security measures if their…
LockBit Ransomware Outfit Claims Subway as its Latest Victim
Due to an alleged ransomware attack by the notorious LockBit ransomware gang, the multinational fast-food restaurant giant Subway is facing a potential PR nightmare. Reports suggest Subway’s systems were exploited by the LockBit gang, known for its aggressive modus…
Dangerous Trends: YouTube Stream-Jacking Attacks Reach Alarming Levels
A recent trend among major streaming platforms has been to increase their threat of stream-jacking attacks. Cybercriminals aim to compromise high-profile accounts, especially those with large follower counts, so that their deceptive messages may reach a large audience through…
ColdRiver APT: Google TAG Warns Against Russian APT Group is Using a Custom Backdoor
Google has warned that a Russia-linked threat actor named ‘COLDRIVER’ which is expanding its targets has also been developing custom malware. ColdRiver APT The ColdRiver APT (aka “Seaborgium“, “Callisto”, “Star Blizzard”, “TA446”) is a Russian cyberespionage outfit that has been…
Security Trends to Monitor in 2024
As the new year unfolds, the business landscape finds itself on the brink of a dynamic era, rich with possibilities, challenges, and transformative trends. In the realm of enterprise security, 2024 is poised to usher in a series of…
Crypto Firm Terraform Labs Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in US
Following the 2022 collapse of its cryptocurrencies, Singapore-based Terraform Labs (TFL), the firm behind digital assets TerraUSD (UST) and Luna, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware. The Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection petition was confirmed by Terraform Labs, which…
The Impact of AI-Generated Content on Internet Quality
In a comprehensive study conducted by the Amazon Web Services (AWS) AI Lab, a disconcerting reality has surfaced, shaking the foundations of internet content. Shockingly, an extensive 57.1% of all sentences on the web have undergone translation into two…