In July 2023, we witnessed a large-scale global breakdown impacting over 8.5 million Microsoft users. The reason? A software update that turned into chaos. Leading cybersecurity company CrowdStrike recently published its root cause analysis, providing insights on the incident. Let’s…
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BlackSuit Ransomware: A New Threat on the Rise
The FBI and CISA have alerted organizations about a new ransomware strain known as BlackSuit. This malware is an advanced version of the Royal ransomware, which caused significant disruptions between September 2022 and June 2023. Since becoming active in…
National Public Data Hacked: Personal Information of Millions at Risk
National Public Data, a company specializing in background checks and fraud prevention, has experienced a significant data breach. The data collected by the company has reportedly fallen into the hands of a hacking group known as “USDoD,” which began…
Exposing the Business of Doxing and Its Perils
Doxing, a once obscure practice of publishing someone’s private information online without their consent, has evolved into a dangerous and profitable underground industry. The dark world of doxing has grown increasingly sophisticated, with malicious actors exploiting the vast amounts…
Unsolicited ‘Offensive’ Political Emails Stir Data Privacy Concerns in East London
As a result of an online mailing list that has been set up without any consent of the Tower Hamlets residents, content that is anti-Israel, anti-Labour and pro-Workers Party of Britain has been distributed without their knowing. In recent…
Illinois Amends Biometric Privacy Law to Limit Corporate Liability
SPRINGFIELD, IL – Illinois has recently amended its Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), essentially reducing the financial risks for companies that mishandle biometric data such as eye scans, fingerprints, and facial recognition information. The changes, signed into law by Governor…
Global Breach of Mobile Guardian Wipes Data from 13,000 Students’ Devices in Singapore
Mobile Guardian, a widely-used digital classroom management platform, has experienced a significant security breach affecting thousands of students globally. The platform, which is a Google for Education partner, offers services such as device management, parental controls, secure web filtering,…
Ransomware and Extortionware: The Two Cybersecurity Dangers
In the rapidly changing landscape of cybersecurity dangers, two threats are often in discussion, ransomware and extortionware. While both have some similarities, it is important to understand their differences for efficient defense tactics. What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a type…
Proton VPN Doubles Down on its Fight Against Online Censorship
With internet restrictions growing, one of the top VPN services has stepped up its efforts to combat online censorship Virtual private networks (VPNs) are essential tools for people living under stringent censorship because of their IP spoofing capabilities, which…
South Korea on High Alert as North Korean Hackers Eye Construction Sector Data
There have been warnings from South Korea’s cybersecurity authorities regarding North Korea’s attempts to hack into construction and machinery websites to steal data for their development projects. During the past year, the number of hacking attempts by North Korea…
Massive Email Address Exposure: SOCRadar.io Data Scraping Incident
A significant security concern has arisen following the exposure of an estimated 332 million email addresses online, allegedly scraped from the security intelligence platform SOCRadar.io. The massive data dump was reportedly posted on a cybercrime forum by a threat…
How North Korean Attackers Deployed Malware Via VPN Bug Exploit
In a concerning event, North Korean state-sponsored have again displayed their advanced cyber capabilities by abusing flaws in VPN software updates to plant malware. The incident highlights the rising threats from state-sponsored actors in the cybersecurity sector. “The Information Community…
Louvre and Top French Museums Fall Victim to Ransomware Attack, Including Olympic Sites
Over 40 museums in France, including the Grand Palais, a key venue for the upcoming Paris Olympics, and the world-famous Louvre, recently fell victim to a discernible ransomware attack. The breach, which occurred over the weekend of August 3rd,…
Microsoft Update Alert: 70% Of Windows Users Are Now At Risk
Microsoft’s end-of-support date for Windows 10 is approaching on October 14, 2025, and the operating system is already facing a serious security threat. With 70% of Windows users still operating Windows 10, the situation in terms of cyber-attacks has…
Federal Watchdog Calls on EPA to Formulate Comprehensive Cybersecurity Plan for Water Systems
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) has called on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to urgently formulate a strategy to combat the increasing risk of cyber attacks targeting the country’s drinking and wastewater systems. This recommendation was outlined in a…
Ransomware Attack on OneBlood Disrupts Florida Blood Supply Chain, Urgent Call for Donations
A recent ransomware attack on OneBlood, a leading blood supplier in the southeastern United States, has severely impacted the blood supply chain in Florida. This cyberattack has prompted urgent health warnings and a call for donations from Florida health…
New Ransomware Threat: Hunters International Deploys SharpRhino RAT
In a troubling development for cybersecurity professionals, the Hunters International ransomware group has introduced a sophisticated new remote access trojan (RAT) called SharpRhino. This C#-based malware is specifically designed to target IT workers and breach corporate networks through a…
Cryptojacking Attacks Soar 409% in India Amid a Global Shift in Cybersecurity Tactics
A rise in technology has also led to an increase in cybersecurity concerns as a result of the rise of technology. It is becoming more and more common for users across the world to fall victim to online scams…
The Need For A Vulnerability Operations Center (VOC) in Modern Cybersecurity
Many organisations tend to focus on immediate threats, prioritising the detection and mitigation of the latest vulnerabilities. However, this approach overlooks a broader issue: many cyberattacks exploit vulnerabilities that have existed for years. In fact, 76% of vulnerabilities targeted…
MCA to Strike Off 400 Chinese Companies for Fraud in India
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) is preparing to strike off as many as 400 Chinese companies operating in India due to severe financial irregularities and incorporation-related fraud. These companies, which primarily deal in online loans and job services,…