Whether you’re at the airport, a café, or a shopping mall, you’ve probably encountered those convenient public USB charging stations. They seem harmless, right? After all, they’re just there to help you power up your devices while you wait for…
More than 7.5 million boAt customers’ customer information has surfaced on the dark web. It is possible to purchase personally identifiable information (PII) such as a name, address, contact number, email ID, customer ID, and more. The threat actor…
A major data breach has impacted the online survey platform SurveyLama, putting the sensitive data of over four million individuals at risk. The breach, which occurred in February of this year, was confirmed by the company to Troy Hunt,…
Generative AI tools have proliferated in recent times, offering a myriad of capabilities to users across various domains. From ChatGPT to Microsoft’s Copilot, Google’s Gemini, and Anthrophic’s Claude, these tools can assist with tasks ranging from text generation to…
Ibis Budget hotels in Germany were found to leak hotel room key codes through self-service check-in terminals, and a researcher behind the discovery claims the problem could potentially affect hotels around the world. It would be very easy for…
Cybersecurity researchers at Positive Technologies Expert Security Center (PT ESC) recently uncovered a new threat actor they’ve named Lazy Koala. Despite lacking sophistication, this group has managed to achieve significant results. The report reveals that Lazy Koala is targeting…
In an era where digital communication dominates, email remains a fundamental tool for personal and professional correspondence. However, recent research by web browser security startup SquareX has exposed alarming vulnerabilities in email security. The study, titled “Security Bite: iCloud Mail,…
Millions of iPhone users across the globe discovered an interesting new setting that was automatically switched on in their iPhones. The latest software version included a new setting called “Discoverable by Others”. It can be located under ‘Journalling Suggestions’…
Several threat actors with connections to China have been identified as responsible for exploiting three security vulnerabilities affecting Ivanti appliances. These vulnerabilities are identified as CVE-2023-46805, CVE-2024-21887, and CVE-2024-21893. Mandiant, a cybersecurity firm, has been monitoring these clusters of…
Ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly costly for businesses, with a new study shedding light on just how damaging they can be. According to research from Sophos, a staggering 94% of organisations hit by ransomware in 2023 reported attempts by…
There has been a considerable increase in serious organized crime over the past few years, and it continues to pose a significant threat to the EU’s internal security. The most threatening criminal networks operating in and affecting the EU…
In a tumultuous turn of events, Panera Bread and Omni Hotels were thrust into the chaos of ransomware attacks, unleashing a cascade of disruptions across their operations and customer services. Panera Bread, celebrated for its culinary delights and pioneering…
Privnote.com, launched in 2008, revolutionized secure messaging with its encryption technology. It allows users to send messages with a unique link, ensuring privacy as the content self-destructs after reading. However, its popularity among cryptocurrency enthusiasts also drew the attention…
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attacks have emerged as a formidable menace to businesses worldwide. Organizations must be vigilant and proactive in safeguarding their digital assets against this rising threat. What Is RDP? RDP is a proprietary protocol developed by Microsoft…
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin’s office has officially acknowledged that the city’s computer systems fell victim to a cyberattack almost a month ago. The incident came to light in a memo sent to city employees, obtained by AL.com, confirming that…
Congress has been attempting to crack down on data brokers, and they are fighting back. In late March, the House voted unanimously to ban the sale of Americans’ data to foreign rivals. And a data-collecting provision is included in…
The LayerSlider WordPress slider plugin has been installed by more than one million people and offers a full package of features for editing web content, creating digital visual effects, and designing graphic content in a single application. Considering that…
In a recent dialogue, Roundtable host Rob Nelson and Lisa Wade, CEO of wholesale fund manager DigitalX, explored the burgeoning data revolution, discussing the profound implications of data ownership and the transformative potential of Web3 and blockchain technology on…
In an era where cybersecurity threats loom large, recent malware attacks have underscored the critical need for robust protective measures. Understanding the modus operandi of these attacks and learning from them can empower individuals and organizations to bolster their…
Researchers at the University of Exeter have made an exceptional breakthrough in combating the threat of unsettling Asian hornets by developing an artificial intelligence (AI) system. Named VespAI, this automated system boasts the capability to identify Asian hornets with exceptional…