Online fraudsters, in another shocking case, have used AI technology to pose as Moussa Faki Mahamat, the chairman of the African Union Commission. This bold cybercrime revealed gaps in the African Union (AU) leadership’s communication channels as imposters successfully mimicked…
Tag: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Shimano Suffers Cyberattack: 4.5 Terabytes Company Data Breached
Shimano, the market-leading cycling component manufacturer, has been the subject of a ransomware attack that has affected 4.5 terabytes of important company data. The Japanese manufacturing has apparently been targeted by ransomware organization LockBit, who are threatening to expose the…
Google Introduces .ing Web Domains at a Hefty Cost
Google has announced that the.ing web domain is now available for users who want to spice up their URL. There are numerous approaches to creating a good website. Quality design, engaging content, and responsive customer service are all important…
Wearable Tech Evolution: Google Integrates Heart Rate Monitoring into ANC Earbuds
It has been made clear by Google that they have made rapid progress in developing technology that will allow users to make a significant upgrade to their existing true wireless earbuds. Wireless earbuds might be able to integrate heart…
China Sets Sights on ‘Unlawful’ Weather Stations in Spy Hunting Campaign
China is intensifying efforts to counter foreign espionage activities through a crackdown on weather stations believed to be spying for other countries. The Ministry of State Security, China’s civilian spy agency, announced the discovery of hundreds of illegal meteorological…
Nym’s Decentralized VPN: A Game-Changer for Online Privacy
Nym, a privacy technology company, is getting ready to introduce a decentralized VPN (Virtual Private Network) that aims to completely change how we safeguard our online data and preserve our privacy in a quickly changing digital environment where online privacy…
Google Completes Mobile-First Indexing After 7 Years
Google has finally announced that it has completed its mobile-first indexing initiative, which means that it will use the mobile version of websites for indexing and ranking purposes. This is a major change that affects how Google crawls, indexes, and…
AI’s Swift Impact on the IT Industry
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Information Technology (IT) industry is poised to bring about rapid and profound changes. As businesses seek to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape, the adoption of AI technologies promises to revolutionize…
Meta Extends Ad-Free Facebook and Instagram Premium Access Worldwide
With the introduction of its ad-free subscription service, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, offers European users the chance to enjoy their favourite social platforms without being bombarded with advertisements. The recent ruling of the EU’s Court of…
DarkGate Using its New Variant MSI to Harm Your System
In the last month, the Netskope Threat Labs team noticed a big increase in malware being spread through SharePoint. This happened because some cyber attackers used Microsoft Teams and SharePoint to trick people into downloading the malware, called DarkGate.…
Atlassian Warns of Critical Confluence Vulnerability Resulting in Data Loss
Just weeks after state-backed hackers targeted its products, Australian software giant Atlassian has warned of a critical security flaw that could result in “significant data loss” for customers. The company issued an advisory this week urging clients to patch…
American Airlines Pilot Union Hit with Ransomware
On Monday, the Allied Pilots Association (APA), the preeminent labour union representing 15,000 dedicated pilots of American Airlines, revealed that its systems fell victim to a ransomware attack. Established in 1963, the APA stands as the foremost independent trade union…
Phone Scammers Evolve: AI-Powered Voice Mimicry Poses New Threat
In an ever-evolving battle against phone scammers and robocalls, a growing concern is the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to mimic victims’ voices, making these scams even more convincing. While efforts have been made to curb scam calls, it’s…
SEC Sets New Disclosure Rules: Read How It Will Revolutionize Organization Cybersecurity
SEC mandates cybersecurity reporting for companies The Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) latest set of rules on cybersecurity reporting for publicly traded organisation can be understood in two ways. One, as another generic regulatory formality piling on the companies, or…
PUMA Network: Unmasking a Cybercrime Empire
A massive cybercrime URL shortening service known as “Prolific Puma” has been uncovered by security researchers at Infoblox. The service has been used to deliver phishing attacks, scams, and malware for at least four years, and has registered thousands of…
Hacker Threat: Israeli Police Advise Citizens not to Answer Unknown Calls
The Israeli Police and the National Cyber Directorate have advised citizens against answering unexpected WhatsApp calls from abroad. This is because it may be a sign of an attempt to hack a phone. Authorities claim that a high volume…
SEC’s Legal Action Against SolarWinds and CISO Creates Uncertainty in Cybersecurity
In the lawsuit, the plaintiffs allege that CISO Timothy Brown, who was in charge of managing the company’s software supply chain at the time of the massive cyberattack, has failed to disclose critical information regarding the attack. Several government…
The FTC’s new Amendment Requires Financial Institutions to Report Security Breaches Within 30 Days
The Federal Trade Commission has recently enacted an amendment that mandates non-banking entities to notify the Federal Trade Commission of specific data breaches along with other security incidents. This mandate requires the creation, execution, and upkeep of an extensive security…
GM Cruise Halts Driverless Operations
General Motors’ Cruise unit has suspended all driverless operations following a recent ban in California, halting their ambitious plans for a nationwide robotaxi service. The decision comes in response to a regulatory setback in California, a state known for its…
Uber’s Costly Mistake: AUS$412,500 Fine for Spam Emails in Australia
There are many services offered by Uber Technologies, Inc., commonly known as Uber, which is a multinational company that offers a wide array of services, like ride-hailing, food delivery, and freight transportation, to its customers. Founded in California, the…