Threat actors are exploiting vulnerable Microsoft SQL servers, deploying Cobalt Strike and a ransomware strain named FreeWorld. According to cybersecurity firm Securonix, the campaign is notable for the way its infrastructure and toolkit are used. The firm has named the…
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Golfing Community Shaken as Calloway Data Breach Hits One Million Fans
At the start of August, Topgolf Callaway (Callaway) was hacked by hackers, exposing the sensitive account and personal information of over 1 million customers to the dangers of identity theft. There are many manufacturers and retailers of various types…
The Future of Health and Medicine: The Impact of Generative AI
Generative AI is a rapidly growing field that has the potential to revolutionise the way we approach health and medicine. With the ability to generate new data, insights, and predictions, generative AI is inspiring dreams of a health data revolution. …
United Airlines Claims to Have Patched the Technical Glitch That Briefly Held Up Its Flights
United Airlines said Tuesday that it has fixed a technical fault that had led it to suspend worldwide departures, briefly crippling one of America’s largest carriers on a busy travel day. According to federal authorities, United crews were unable…
Electoral Commission Fails Cyber-Security Test Amidst Major Data Breach
The Electoral Commission has acknowledged its failure in a fundamental cyber-security assessment, which coincided with a breach by hackers gaining unauthorized access to the organization’s systems. A whistleblower disclosed that the Commission received an automatic failure during a Cyber…
Russian Cyber-Attacks and the Looming Threat of WW3
Russian cyberattacks have been on the rise alarmingly over the past few years, raising concerns among specialists about the possible repercussions. The threat that these cyberattacks will start a worldwide battle, commonly referred to as World War III, looms menacingly…
SaphhireStealer: New Malware in Town, Possess More Capabilities
A new malware called ‘SapphireStealer’ has been observed by Cisco Talos researchers. The malware came to light in December 2022 in Cisco’s public release, where they witnessed it frequently in public malware repositories, stealing browser credential databases and files containing…
Revolutionizing the Future: How AI is Transforming Healthcare, Cybersecurity, and Communications
Healthcare Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the healthcare industry by evaluating combinations of substances and procedures that will improve human health and thwart pandemics. AI was crucial in helping medical personnel respond to the COVID-19 outbreak and in the development…
Taming Your Android: A Step-Step Guide to Restricting Background App Data
It is no secret that Android smartphones are the most popular devices among the young generation because of their ability to give you unlimited possibilities. It is unfortunate that beneath the chic surface of this device lurks an elusive…
China’s Temu App Pose a Security Threat to Online Shoppers
Apps rule the contemporary era. Each aspect of our lives, from communication to e-commerce, appears to be dependent on digital platforms that promise convenience at the push of a button. A newbie among these apps has recently attracted a…
Freecycle Data Breach: Urgent Password Update Required
Freecycle, a well-known website for recycling and giving away unwanted stuff, recently announced a huge data breach that has affected millions of its users. This news has shocked the internet world. Concerns over the security of personal information on the…
Fortifying Cybersecurity for Schools as New Academic Year Begins
School administrators have received a cautionary alert regarding the imperative need to fortify their defenses against potential cyberattacks as the commencement of the new academic year looms. The National Cyber Security Centre has emphasized the necessity of implementing “appropriate…
The Rise of Chaes Malware: A Threat to Financial and Logistics Industries
The world of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, with new threats emerging on a regular basis. One such threat is the Chaes malware, which has recently undergone major overhauls, making it even more dangerous to the financial and logistics industries. What…
AI Development May Take a Toll on Tech Giant’s Environment Image
The Reputation of tech giants as a safe investment for investors interested in the environment, social issues, and governance as well as consumers who value sustainability is clashing with a new reality – the development and deployment of AI capabilities. …
How to Identify and Overcome Blockchain Fatigue
With its plethora of uses and potential for transformation, the blockchain ecosystem has unquestionably changed how current technology and business processes are planned. Blockchain technology promised dramatic changes in data integrity, transparency, and peer-to-peer interactions because it was based…
Tech Giants Grapple Russian Propaganda: EU’s Call to Action
In a recent study published by the European Commission, it was found that after Elon Musk changed X’s safety policies, Russian propaganda was able to reach a much wider audience, thanks to the changes made by Musk. After an…
Vietnamese Cybercriminals Exploit Malvertising to Target Facebook Business Accounts
Cybercriminals associated with the Vietnamese cybercrime ecosystem are exploiting social media platforms, including Meta-owned Facebook, as a means to distribute malware. According to Mohammad Kazem Hassan Nejad, a researcher from WithSecure, malicious actors have been utilizing deceptive ads to target…
BitBrowser Hackers Launder 70.6% of Stolen Funds
Hackers were able to transfer a remarkable 70.6% of the stolen BitBrowser cash through the eXch crypto mixer in a recent cyber robbery that startled the cryptocurrency world. Concerns regarding the security of digital assets and the increasing sophistication of…
Defending Against Snake Ransomware: Here’s All You Need to Know
A snake is not just a carnivorous reptile that poses a physical threat; it can also refer to a malicious software known as ransomware, capable of causing significant harm to your computer system. Similar to its namesake, this ransomware…
Russian Military Hackers Take Aim at Ukrainian Soldiers’ Battle Plans
On Thursday, the United States and its allies issued a warning, revealing that Russian military hackers have been actively pursuing Ukrainian soldiers’ mobile devices. Their objective is to pilfer critical battlefield data, which could potentially bolster the Kremlin’s efforts…