Don’t f&#k with Zuck A California jury has awarded Meta more than $167 million in damages from Israeli surveillanceware slinger NSO Group, after the latter exploited a flaw in WhatsApp to allow its government customers to spy on supposedly secure…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-05-07 00h : 8 posts
8 posts were published in the last hour 22:55 : IT Security News Daily Summary 2025-05-06 22:4 : Fake SSA Emails Trick Users into Installing ScreenConnect RAT 22:4 : AWS report: Generative AI overtakes security in global tech budgets for…
It’s Not About Control — It’s About Collaboration Between Architecture and Security
In the day-to-day operations of companies, solution architecture and information security are two areas that inevitably intersect. Both play a key role in building robust, scalable, and reliable technology environments. However, one question lingers — though rarely openly discussed: what…
Urgent Warning for Gmail Users: 1.8 Billion Accounts at Risk
Urgent warning for 1.8 billion Gmail users! Protect your account from sophisticated hacks with essential security measures. Act now! The post Urgent Warning for Gmail Users: 1.8 Billion Accounts at Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
IT Security News Daily Summary 2025-05-06
186 posts were published in the last hour 21:31 : NSO Group must pay more than $167 million in damages to WhatsApp for spyware campaign 21:6 : Computacenter IT guy let girlfriend into Deutsche Bank server rooms, says fired whistleblower…
Fake SSA Emails Trick Users into Installing ScreenConnect RAT
Cybercriminals are using fake Social Security Administration emails to distribute the ScreenConnect RAT (Remote Access Trojan) and compromise… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Hacking News, Tech, AI & Crypto Read the original article: Fake SSA…
AWS report: Generative AI overtakes security in global tech budgets for 2025
New AWS report reveals 45% of global IT leaders now prioritize generative AI over cybersecurity in 2025 tech budgets as companies race to hire AI talent and implement AI strategies despite persistent skills shortages. This article has been indexed from…
UNC3944 Hackers Evolves from SIM Swap to Ransomware and Data Extortion
The cybercriminal group UNC3944, which overlaps with public reporting on Scattered Spider, has demonstrated a significant evolution in tactics over the past two years. Initially focusing on telecommunications-related organizations to facilitate SIM swap operations, the group has transformed into a…
The Hidden Security Risks of Data Exposure in AI-Driven Tools Like Snowflake’s CORTEX
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming every aspect of technology, offering unprecedented efficiency and business growth opportunities. However, as AI integration deepens in data analytics platforms, a concerning pattern emerges where advanced functionality may inadvertently undermine carefully established security controls. The…
NSO Group must pay more than $167 million in damages to WhatsApp for spyware campaign
The five-year legal battle between the Meta-owned company and the most notorious spyware maker in the world ends with a huge win for WhatsApp. This article has been indexed from Security News | TechCrunch Read the original article: NSO Group…
Computacenter IT guy let girlfriend into Deutsche Bank server rooms, says fired whistleblower
What was the plan, showing her his big iron? A now-former manager at Computacenter claims he was unfairly fired after alerting management that a colleague was repeatedly giving his girlfriend unauthorized access to Deutsche Bank’s server rooms.… This article has…
The Rise of AI-Powered Bots in Payment Fraud & How FinTechs Can Protect Themselves
Discover how fintechs are using AI-driven protection to stop payment fraud and stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. The post The Rise of AI-Powered Bots in Payment Fraud & How FinTechs Can Protect Themselves appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
The Signal Clone Mike Waltz Was Caught Using Has Direct Access to User Chats
A new analysis of TM Signal’s source code appears to show that the app sends users’ message logs in plaintext. At least one top Trump administration official used the app. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the…
Ransomware Attacks Against Food & Agriculture Industry Doubled – 84 Attacks in 3 Months
The food and agriculture sector has become a prime target for cybercriminals, with ransomware attacks more than doubling in the past quarter. Security researchers have documented 84 significant ransomware incidents targeting agricultural businesses between February and April 2025, compared to…
Hackers Can Bypass Microsoft, Nvidia, & Meta AI Filters With a Simple Emoji
A significant security vulnerability has been uncovered in the artificial intelligence safeguards deployed by tech giants Microsoft, Nvidia, and Meta. According to new research, these companies’ AI safety systems can be completely bypassed using a deceptively simple technique involving emoji…
Tulsi Gabbard Reused the Same Weak Password on Multiple Accounts for Years
Now the US director of national intelligence, Gabbard failed to follow basic cybersecurity practices on several of her personal accounts, leaked records reviewed by WIRED reveal. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Tulsi Gabbard…
BSidesLV24 – Proving Ground – A Quick Story Of Security Pitfalls With Exec Commands In Software Integrations
Author/Presenter: Lenin Alevski Our sincere appreciation to BSidesLV, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their erudite Security BSidesLV24 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Tuscany Suites & Casino; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post BSidesLV24…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-05-06 21h : 5 posts
5 posts were published in the last hour 18:32 : T-Mobile’s data breach settlement payments were delayed, but they’re rolling out soon 18:32 : Pentagon declares war on ‘outdated’ software buying 18:32 : OCC Cyber Breach: Undetected for 8 Months,…
Unlocking the Potential of Apache Iceberg: A Comprehensive Analysis
Apache Iceberg has emerged as a pioneering open table format, revolutionising data management by addressing big challenges. In this article, we’ll delve into Iceberg’s capabilities, discuss its limitations, and explore the implications for data architects. A Brief History Lesson: Hadoop’s…
T-Mobile’s data breach settlement payments finally rolling out this month – after April delay
After a 2021 data breach exposed the data of 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally being sent out. Here’s what you need to know. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original…
No Postal Service Data Sharing to Deport Immigrants
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> < div class=”field__item even”> The law enforcement arm of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) recently joined a U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) task force geared towards finding and deporting immigrants,…
Pentagon declares war on ‘outdated’ software buying, opens fire on open source
(If only that would keep folks off unsanctioned chat app side quests) The US Department of Defense (DoD) is overhauling its “outdated” software procurement systems, and insists it’s putting security at the forefront of decision-making processes.… This article has been…
Amazon Zoox Robotaxi Software Recall After Crash
Zoox from Amazon conducts voluntary recall after unoccupied Zoox robotaxi collided with a passenger vehicle last month This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Amazon Zoox Robotaxi Software Recall After Crash
ClickFix Scam: How to Protect Your Business Against This Evolving Threat
Cybercriminals aren’t always loud and obvious. Sometimes, they play it quiet and smart. One of the tricks of… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Hacking News, Tech, AI & Crypto Read the original article: ClickFix Scam:…
Diving Into the Talent Pool – Threat Actors Target Job Seekers with Complex Recruitment Scams
Key Data Are you in the market for a new job? Talent scouts aren’t the only ones aggressively recruiting. Netcraft has observed a recent spike in recruitment scams, uncovering significant impact from three unique adversaries, each leveraging different tactics to…
Helm Charts Flaw Could Let Hackers Access Kubernetes Clusters, Microsoft Finds
Default Helm charts for Kubernetes may expose clusters to attacks, Microsoft warns. Misconfigurations risk data leaks, code execution, and takeovers. The post Helm Charts Flaw Could Let Hackers Access Kubernetes Clusters, Microsoft Finds appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article…
Samsung MagicINFO flaw exploited days after PoC exploit publication
Threat actors started exploiting a vulnerability in Samsung MagicINFO only days after a PoC exploit was published. Arctic Wolf researchers observed threat actors beginning to exploit a high-severity vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-7399 (CVSS score: 8.8), in the Samsung MagicINFO content…