Cybercriminals on the dark web have developed new ways to exploit identity verification systems. Rather than hacking or stealing personal information, they are purchasing it directly from individuals, as revealed by security researchers at iProov. This approach allows them…
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Buying a new VPN? 3 things to consider when shopping around – and why ‘free’ isn’t always best
VPNs are handy internet privacy tools, but with so many options available, it’s hard to find the best one. To help, I’ll tell you what you should look for in a good VPN. This article has been indexed from Latest…
Sanctions Imposed on North Korean Cyber Activities Supporting Nuclear Ambitions
South Korea has announced sanctions against 15 North Korean nationals and the Chosun Geumjeong Economic Information Technology Exchange Corporation for orchestrating schemes that finance North Korea’s nuclear weapons and missile programs. These measures target a global network involved in…
Hacking campaign compromised at least 16 Chrome browser extensions
Threat actors compromised at least 16 Chrome browser extensions leading to the exposure of data from over 600,000 users. A supply chain attack compromised 16 Chrome browser extensions, exposing over 600,000 users. Threat actors targeted the publishers of the extensions…
rth Korean Hackers Deploy OtterCookie Malware in Contagious Interview Campaign
The North Korean hackers behind the ongoing Contagious Interview campaign have been observed launching a new JavaScript malware named OtterCookie. The campaign includes social engineering techniques, with the hacker team frequently posing as recruiters to trick job seekers into…
Cyberattack Compromises European Space Agency Online Store Security
A malware attack on the European Space Agency’s official web shop revealed that the application was hacked by loading a JavaScript script that generated a fake Stripe payment page at checkout. With an annual budget of more than 10…
Here’s the little known iPhone data security secret, the Lockdown Mode
Apple has introduced a powerful new data security feature, Lockdown Mode, for iPhone users running iOS 16 and later versions. This feature aims to provide heightened protection against cyber threats, particularly for individuals who are at a higher risk of…
US Treasury Department outs the blast radius of BeyondTrust’s key leak
Data pilfered as miscreants roamed affected workstations The US Department of the Treasury has admitted that miscreants were in its systems, accessing documents in what has been called a “major incident.”… This article has been indexed from The Register –…
Federal Regulators Limit Location Brokers from Selling Your Whereabouts: 2024 in Review
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> The opening and closing months of 2024 saw federal enforcement against a number of location data brokers that track and sell users’ whereabouts through apps installed on their smartphones. In January,…
Fighting Online ID Mandates: 2024 In Review
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> This year, nearly half of U.S. states passed laws imposing age verification requirements on online platforms. EFF has opposed these efforts, because they censor the internet and…
AI and Policing: 2024 in Review
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> There’s no part of your life now where you can avoid the onslaught of “artificial intelligence.” Whether you’re trying to search for a recipe and sifting through…
How to easily use Cloudflare’s secure DNS on your Mac and why it even matters
If you want to get a security bump on your Mac, you should switch to secure DNS to encrypt your web traffic. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: How to…
US telco Lumen says its network is now clear of China’s Salt Typhoon hackers
Lumen says there is ‘no evidence’ that customer data was accessed during the intrusion © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: US telco…
Data breaches in 2024: Could it get any worse?
An overview of what the year 2024 had to offer in the realm of data breaches: Big ones, sensitive data and some duds This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Data breaches in 2024: Could it…
Connected contraptions cause conniption for 2024
From “spying” air fryers to 3 million rogue toothbrushes, here are the strangest stories about internet-connected home goods in 2024. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Connected contraptions cause conniption for 2024
Rhode Islanders’ Data Was Leaked From a Cyberattack on State Health Benefits Website
Cybercriminals who hacked Rhode Island’s system for health and benefits programs have released files to a site on the dark web, The post Rhode Islanders’ Data Was Leaked From a Cyberattack on State Health Benefits Website appeared first on SecurityWeek.…
Why ISMS Policies Are Crucial for Compliance in Cybersecurity?
In 2025, the cybersecurity landscape will continue to evolve rapidly, driven by increasing cyber threats and technological advancements. As governments and regulatory bodies implement stricter cybersecurity regulations, businesses will face pressure to ensure compliance. Failing to meet these standards could…
Safeguarding Executives in the Digital World
Nisos Safeguarding Executives in the Digital World It takes a combination of people and technology to attribute and solve executive protection problems and drive real-world consequences… The post Safeguarding Executives in the Digital World appeared first on Nisos by Nisos…
New Year’s cybersecurity resolutions that every startup should keep
These simple cybersecurity resolutions can help keep your startup protected from most malicious hackers. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: New Year’s…
Cyberhaven Chrome Extension Hack Linked to Widening Supply Chain Campaign
The recent compromise of Cyberhaven’s Chrome extension appears to be part of a broad campaign that started over a year ago. The post Cyberhaven Chrome Extension Hack Linked to Widening Supply Chain Campaign appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has…