Security experts discovered a flaw in a critical air transport security system, allowing unauthorised personnel to possibly bypass airport security screenings and get access to aircraft cockpits. Researchers Ian Carroll and Sam Curry uncovered the security vulnerability in FlyCASS,…
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Data Poisoning: The Hidden Threat to AI Models
As ongoing developments in the realms of artificial intelligence and machine learning take place at a dynamic rate, yet another new form of attack is emerging, one which can topple all those systems we use today without much ado: data…
Avis Data Breach Exposes Over 400,000 Customers’ Personal Information
Over 400,000 customers of Avis, a prominent car rental company known for its presence at U.S. airports, have had their personal data compromised in a recent cybersecurity breach. The company revealed the incident to the public on Monday, stating…
Bitcoin ATM Emerges as Major Threat to Cryptocurrency
There is an ominous growth in Bitcoin ATMs across the United States, and some experts have claimed they are also one of the biggest cybercrime threats to the country. As with other ATMs, Bitcoin ATMs share a few characteristics with…
Slim CD Data Breach Exposes Credit Card Information of 1.7 Million Customers
Payment processor Slim CD has reported a data breach that exposed the credit card and personal information of nearly 1.7 million people. According to a notification sent to those affected, the company revealed that unauthorized access to its network…
SpyAgent Malware Uses OCR Tech to Attack Crypto Wallets
Malware Using OCR to Steal Crypto Keys Cybersecurity experts have found a new malware threat that lures users into downloading a malicious app to grow. An advanced malware strain campaign has surfaced from North Korea, it attacks cryptocurrency wallets by…
Digital Dictatorship: The Dangers of Unchecked Spyware
The Pegasus scandal broke into the public eye three years ago and has been widely reported in the media ever since. Yet, the surveillance industry has not been fixed. On the contrary, the spyware problem seems to worsen as…
Disney Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Corporate and Personal Information
In July, Disney experienced a significant data breach that exposed far more than initially reported, compromising a wide array of sensitive information. While early reports focused on stolen Slack messages, it has since been revealed that the breach extended…
‘TIDrone’ Cybercriminals Target Taiwan’s Drone Makers
A previously unknown threat actor with possible ties to Chinese-speaking groups has primarily targeted drone makers in Taiwan as part of a cyber attack operation that started in 2024. Trend Micro is tracking the adversary under the codename TIDRONE,…
Free Russia Foundation Investigates Potential Cyberattack Amid Leak of Sensitive Documents
One of Russia’s leading pro-democracy groups, the Free Russia Foundation, announced on Friday that it is investigating a potential cyberattack following the online leak of thousands of emails and documents related to its operations. On Thursday, the Telegram channel…
AI In Wrong Hands: The Underground Demand for Malicious LLMs
In recent times, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has offered various perks across industries. But, as with any powerful tool, threat actors are trying to use it for malicious reasons. Researchers suggest that the underground market for illicit large language models is…
DarkCracks Malware Exploits Vulnerabilities in GLPI and WordPress Systems
A malware framework named DarkCracks has been identified by cybersecurity experts from QiAnXin. This newly discovered threat takes advantage of weaknesses in GLPI, an IT asset management system, and WordPress websites. DarkCracks has raised alarm due to its ability…
Cybercriminals Ramp Up Malvertising Schemes Through Google Searches
Malvertising, the practice of using online ads for malicious purposes, is on the rise, with incidents in the U.S. spiking by 42 per cent in fall 2023, according to cybersecurity firm Malwarebytes. Hackers are leveraging increasingly sophisticated techniques to…
Adlumin Thwarts Fog Ransomware Attack Using Innovative Decoy Technology
In early August 2024, cybercriminals launched a ransomware attack on a mid-sized financial firm using compromised VPN credentials, deploying the “Fog” ransomware variant on both Windows and Linux endpoints. However, Adlumin’s cutting-edge technology successfully stopped the attack by employing…
Continuous Threat Exposure Management: A Proactive Cybersecurity Approach
Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) represents a significant shift in cybersecurity strategy, moving beyond the limitations of traditional vulnerability management. In an era where data breaches and ransomware attacks remain prevalent despite substantial cybersecurity investments, CTEM offers a comprehensive…
CyberVolk Ransomware: A Rising Threat to Global Cybersecurity
The Indian hacker outfit CyberVolk, which is a relatively new player in the cybercrime arena, has made headlines with its sophisticated ransomware. CyberVolk Ransomware, discovered in July 2024, has quickly gained attention for its sophisticated features and quick progress. …
The Slim CD Data Breach: 1.7 Million Credit Cards Compromised
Credit card security has always been a challenge for users, as hackers try innovative ways to lure the victims. In a massive data breach, payment gateway provider Slim CD (it offers payment processing services for both online and offline merchants)…
CISA Identifies Industrial Cybersecurity Bugs in Baxter and Mitsubishi Products
A report published recently by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warned about two new ICS vulnerabilities found in products widely used in healthcare, critical manufacturing, and other sectors susceptible to cybercrime activity. Among the affected products are…
Google’s Grip on Ad Tech: What the UK Competition Watchdog Discovered
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally found that Google has been abusing its dominant position in the online advertising technology market. This finding could have far-reaching implications for the digital advertising ecosystem, affecting thousands of publishers and…
Council of Europe Lunches First AI Treaty
The Council of Europe has launched the first legally binding international treaty on artificial intelligence (AI) to align AI usage with the principles of human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Known as the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence,…