A global law enforcement operation executed by US investigators reportedly took down and dismantled the Qakbot botnet, preventing the severe blow of a ransomware scourge. On August 29, the Justice Department and FBI confirmed to had taken down Qakbot by…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Google’s Quest for AI Dominance: Challenges and Opportunities
Google’s Diversification and Investment in AI In its early days, Google was primarily known as a search engine, but it has since diversified into many areas of tech and dominates some of them to an extent that sometimes troubles anti-competition…
Chastity Device Designer Exposes Customers’ Private Data Due to Server Vulnerabilities
A security researcher found that users of a company’s chastity device ran the risk of having their private information exposed. The researcher was able to access over 10,000 users’ email addresses, plaintext passwords, home locations, IP addresses, and GPS…
The Race to Train AI: Who’s Leading the Pack in Social Media?
A growing number of computer systems and data sets consisting of large, complex information have enabled the rise of artificial intelligence over the last few years. AI has the potential to be practical and profitable by being used in…
Sea Sides Conference: Interviewing Prashant Kv and Parveen
1) Could you please start by telling us a bit about yourself and your background? Prashant: Hi, my name is Prashant KV. I have been working in information security for more than 15 years. I started my career as…
Key Group Ransomware: Free Decryptor Released
A free decryptor to tackle the infamous Key Group ransomware has been launched, making a huge contribution to the fight against cybercrime. This finding represents a win for cybersecurity professionals and victims alike, offering some hope to those who have…
Default Passwords Lead to Hacking Incidents Among LogicMonitor Customers
Some customers of LogicMonitor, a network security firm, have been compromised by hacking attacks due to their use of default passwords. A spokesperson representing LogicMonitor has officially confirmed the existence of a “security incident” that is affecting a segment…
New Privacy Policy: X Plans on Collecting Users’ Biometric Data
According to a new privacy policy introduced by X (formerly known as Twitter), it will soon be collecting its users’ biometric data. The policy says that the company intends to compile individuals’ employment and educational histories. According to the policy…
Rare Technique Deployed by Android Malware to Illicitly Harvest Banking Data
Trend Micro, a cybersecurity research firm, has recently unveiled a novel mobile Trojan that employs an innovative communication technique. This method, known as protobuf data serialization, enhances its ability to pilfer sensitive data from compromised devices. Initially detected by…
Loan App Executive Asks BJP Legislator to Repay Loan That He Never Borrowed
Even prominent politicians fall prey to scammers in the world of cybercrime, which is a tremendous leveller. A person who is still unknown repeatedly called and texted the BJP legislator Ashish Shelar, requesting that he pay back a debt…
Threat of Fake Signal and Telegram Apps: Protecting Your Privacy and Security
In today’s digital age, the use of messaging apps has become an integral part of our daily lives. Apps like Signal and Telegram have gained immense popularity due to their focus on privacy and security. However, with the rise in…
3 Vital Cybersecurity Threats for Employees
Cybersecurity is no longer just the IT department’s job in today’s digitally connected society. Protecting confidential firm information is the responsibility of every employee, from the CEO to the newest intern. Cybercriminals are growing more skilled, and their methods are…
Chinese Chipmaker Accelerates Tool Replacement Amidst Sanctions
To counter U.S. sanctions that have slowed sales of semiconductors in China, a top executive at Huawei said Friday that the country’s semiconductor industry will be “reborn” following U.S. sanctions. In reaction to Washington’s tech export restrictions on China,…
VMConnect Supply Chain Attack Persists
During the initial weeks of August, the ReversingLabs research team uncovered a malicious supply chain operation, code-named “VMConnect.” This nefarious campaign involved the distribution of approximately twenty-four malevolent Python packages through the Python Package Index (PyPI), a widely used…
UN Reports: Hundreds of Thousands Coerced into Working in Online Scams
A latest UN investigation reports that hundreds of thousands of people have been trafficked to Southeast Asia to operate online scams. Apparently, at least 12,000 individuals from Myanmar and another 100,000 Cambodian nationals have been coerced into working on these…
Why Sharing Boarding Pass Pictures on Social Media Is a Privacy Risk, Warns Expert
Individuals flying for the first time are aware that an airline boarding pass includes certain details about a traveler, such as their name, flight number, and seat assignment. However, what might not be common knowledge is that these tickets,…
Why Next-Generation Firewalls are Essential for Modern Network Security
Firewalls have long been considered the first line of defense in network security. They monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules. However, as technology evolves and cyber threats become more sophisticated, traditional firewalls are…
Meta Publishes FACET Dataset to Assess AI Fairness
FACET, a benchmark dataset designed to aid researchers in testing computer vision models for bias, was released by Meta Platforms Inc. earlier this week. FACET is being launched alongside an update to the open-source DINOv2 toolbox. DINOv2, which was…
Generative AI: A Catalyst for Enterprise IT & Security Challenges
Every day, new applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning are being explored and there is much to learn from them. Information and opinions are pouring out like a firehose, which is both inspiring and terrifying at the same…
When Will Robots Take Over Your Household Chores?
Researchers at MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory are striving to create a future where robots take on tasks like brewing coffee and arranging dining tables. The scientists at MIT are using simulations to teach robots how to handle…