Crypto tracing firm Chainalysis found that sellers of child sexual abuse materials are successfully using “mixers” and “privacy coins” like Monero to launder their profits and evade law enforcement. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
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US School Shooter Emergency Plans Exposed in a Highly Sensitive Database Leak
More than 4 million school records, including safety procedures, student medical files, and court documents, were also publicly accessible online. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: US School Shooter Emergency Plans Exposed in a…
Lawmakers Are Out for Blood After a Hack of the SEC’s X Account Causes Bitcoin Chaos
The US Securities and Exchange Commission is under pressure to explain itself after its X account was compromised, leading to wild swings in the bitcoin market. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Lawmakers Are…
The SEC’s Official X Account Was ‘Compromised’ and Used to Post Fake Bitcoin News
The US financial regulator says its official @SECGov account was “compromised,” resulting in an “unauthorized” post about the status of Bitcoin ETFs. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The SEC’s Official X Account Was…
The SEC’s Official X Account Was ‘Compromised’ and Used to Post Fake Bitcoin News
The US financial regulator says its official @SECGov account was “compromised,” resulting in an “unauthorized” post about the status of Bitcoin ETFs. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The SEC’s Official X Account Was…
23andMe Blames Users for Recent Data Breach as It’s Hit With Dozens of Lawsuits
Plus: Russia hacks surveillance cameras as new details emerge of its attack on a Ukrainian telecom, a Google contractor pays for videos of kids to train AI, and more. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
How to Be More Anonymous Online
Being fully anonymous is next to impossible—but you can significantly limit what the internet knows about you by sticking to a few basic rules. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How to Be More…
To Beat Russia, Ukraine Needs a Major Tech Breakthrough
Ukraine’s top general says his country must innovate on the level of inventing gunpowder to “break military parity” with Russia. If it’s successful, it could change the future of war. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the…
What It’s Like to Use Apple’s Lockdown Mode
If you’re at high risk of being targeted by mercenary spyware, or just don’t mind losing iOS features for extra security, the company’s restricted mode is surprisingly usable. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
Google Fixes Nearly 100 Android Security Issues
Plus: Apple shuts down a Flipper Zero Attack, Microsoft patches more than 30 vulnerabilities, and more critical updates for the last month of 2023. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Google Fixes Nearly 100…
The Worst Hacks of 2023
It was a year of devastating cyberattacks around the globe, from ransomware attacks on casinos to state-sponsored breaches of critical infrastructure. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The Worst Hacks of 2023
The Most Dangerous People on the Internet in 2023
From Sam Altman and Elon Musk to ransomware gangs and state-backed hackers, these are the individuals and groups that spent this year disrupting the world we know it. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
This Clever New Idea Could Fix AirTag Stalking While Maximizing Privacy
Apple updated its location-tracking system in an attempt to cut down on AirTag abuse while still preserving privacy. Researchers think they’ve found a better balance. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: This Clever New…
Congress Sure Made a Lot of Noise About Kids’ Privacy in 2023—and Not Much Else
Members of the US Congress touted improvements to children’s privacy protections as an urgent priority. So why didn’t they do anything about it? This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Congress Sure Made a Lot…
Facebook Marketplace Is Being Ruined by Zelle Scammers
I tried to sell a futon on Facebook Marketplace and nearly all I got were scammers. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Facebook Marketplace Is Being Ruined by Zelle Scammers
A Major Ransomware Takedown Suffers a Strange Setback
After an 18-month rampage, global law enforcement finally moved against the notorious Alphv/BlackCat ransomware group. Within hours, the operation faced obstacles. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: A Major Ransomware Takedown Suffers a Strange…
Scammers Are Tricking Anti-Vaxxers Into Buying Bogus Medical Documents
On Telegram, scammers are impersonating doctors to sell fake Covid-19 vaccination certificates and other products, showing how criminals are taking advantage of conspiracy theories. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Scammers Are Tricking Anti-Vaxxers…
The Startup That Transformed the Hack-for-Hire Industry
Plus: The FBI’s baffling inaction on a ransomware group, a massive breach of Danish electric utilities, and more. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The Startup That Transformed the Hack-for-Hire Industry
Google Just Denied Cops a Key Surveillance Tool
Plus: Apple tightens anti-theft protections, Chinese hackers penetrate US critical infrastructure, and the long-running rumor of eavesdropping phones crystallizes into more than an urban legend. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Google Just Denied…
McDonald’s Ice Cream Machine Hackers Say They Found the ‘Smoking Gun’ That Killed Their Startup
Kytch, the company that tried to fix McDonald’s broken ice cream machines, has unearthed a 3-year-old email it says proves claims of an alleged plot to undermine their business. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
Microsoft’s Digital Crime Unit Goes Deep on How It Disrupts Cybercrime
Ten years in, Microsoft’s DCU has honed its strategy of using both unique legal tactics and the company’s technical reach to disrupt global cybercrime and state-backed actors. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Microsoft’s…
Hacker Group Linked to Russian Military Claims Credit for Cyberattack on Kyivstar
A hacker group calling itself Solntsepek—previously linked to Russia’s notorious Sandworm hackers—says it carried out a disruptive breach of Kyivstar, a major Ukrainian mobile and internet provider. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Hacker…
Congress Clashes Over the Future of America’s Section 702 Spy Program
Competing bills moving through the House of Representatives both reauthorize Section 702 surveillance—but they pave very different paths forward for Americans’ privacy and civil liberties. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Congress Clashes Over…
Ukraine Is Crowdfunding Its Reconstruction
With its war against Russia raging on, Ukraine has begun raising funds to rebuild homes and structures one by one using its own crowdfunding platform. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Ukraine Is Crowdfunding…
End-to-End Encrypted Instagram and Messenger Chats: Why It Took Meta 7 Years
Mark Zuckerberg personally promised that the privacy feature would launch by default on Messenger and Instagram chat. WIRED goes behind the scenes of the company’s colossal effort to get it right. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read…
Elijah Wood and Mike Tyson Cameo Videos Were Used in a Russian Disinformation Campaign
Videos featuring Elijah Wood, Mike Tyson, and Priscilla Presley have been edited to push anti-Ukraine disinformation, according to Microsoft researchers. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Elijah Wood and Mike Tyson Cameo Videos Were…
The Binance Crackdown Will Be an ‘Unprecedented’ Bonanza for Crypto Surveillance
Binance’s settlement requires it to offer years of transaction data to US regulators and cops, exposing the company—and its customers—to a “24/7, 365-days-a-year financial colonoscopy.” This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The Binance Crackdown…
Police Can Spy on Your iOS and Android Push Notifications
Governments can access records related to push notifications from mobile apps by requesting that data from Apple and Google, according to details in court records and a US senator. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
The 23andMe Data Breach Keeps Spiraling
23andMe has provided more information about the scope and scale of its recent breach, but with these details come more unanswered questions. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The 23andMe Data Breach Keeps Spiraling
9 Best Password Managers (2023): Features, Pricing, and Tips
Keep your logins locked down with our favorite password management apps for PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and web browsers. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: 9 Best Password Managers (2023): Features, Pricing, and Tips
A New Trick Uses AI to Jailbreak AI Models—Including GPT-4
Adversarial algorithms can systematically probe large language models like OpenAI’s GPT-4 for weaknesses that can make them misbehave. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: A New Trick Uses AI to Jailbreak AI Models—Including GPT-4
US Lawmakers Want to Use a Powerful Spy Tool on Immigrants and Their Families
Legislation set to be introduced in Congress this week would extend Section 702 surveillance of people applying for green cards, asylum, and some visas—subjecting loved ones to similar intrusions. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
Inside America’s School Internet Censorship Machine
A WIRED investigation into internet censorship in US schools found widespread use of filters to censor health, identity, and other crucial information. Students say it makes the web entirely unusable. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the…
How to Not Get Hacked by a QR Code
QR codes can be convenient—but they can also be exploited by malicious actors. Here’s how to protect yourself. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How to Not Get Hacked by a QR Code
ChatGPT Spit Out Sensitive Data When Told to Repeat ‘Poem’ Forever
Plus: A major ransomware crackdown, the arrest of Ukraine’s cybersecurity chief, and a hack-for-hire entrepreneur charged with attempted murder. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: ChatGPT Spit Out Sensitive Data When Told to Repeat…
When It Comes to January 6 Lawsuits, a Court Splits Donald Trump in Two
A federal court ruled on Friday that Trump, as president, may be able to avoid civil action for his role in the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol. But candidate Trump is something different. This article has been…
Anduril’s New Drone Killer Is Locked on to AI-Powered Warfare
Autonomous drones are rapidly changing combat. Anduril’s new one aims to gain an edge with jet power and AI. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Anduril’s New Drone Killer Is Locked on to AI-Powered…
Google Fixes a Seventh Zero-Day Flaw in Chrome—Update Now
Plus: Major security patches from Microsoft, Mozilla, Atlassian, Cisco, and more. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Google Fixes a Seventh Zero-Day Flaw in Chrome—Update Now
The CDC’s Gun Violence Research Is in Danger
In a year pocked with fights over US government funding, Republicans are quietly trying to strip the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of its ability to research gun violence. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the…
Okta Breach Impacted All Customer Support Users—Not 1 Percent
Okta upped its original estimate of customer support users affected by a recent breach from 1 percent to 100 percent, citing a “discrepancy.” This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Okta Breach Impacted All Customer…
OpenAI’s Custom Chatbots Are Leaking Their Secrets
Released earlier this month, OpenAI’s GPTs let anyone create custom chatbots. But some of the data they’re built on is easily exposed. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: OpenAI’s Custom Chatbots Are Leaking Their…
A Civil Rights Firestorm Erupts Around a Looming Surveillance Power Grab
Dozens of advocacy groups are pressuring the US Congress to abandon plans to ram through the renewal of a controversial surveillance program that they say poses an “alarming threat to civil rights.” This article has been indexed from Security Latest…
The Hundred-Year Battle for India’s Radio Airwaves
The Indian government has a monopoly on radio news, allowing it to dictate what hundreds of millions of people hear. With an election approaching, that gives prime minister Narendra Modi a huge advantage. This article has been indexed from Security…
Elon Musk Is Giving QAnon Believers Hope Just in Time for the 2024 Elections
Musk’s recent use of the term “Q*Anon” is his most explicit endorsement of the movement to date. Conspiracists have since spent days dissecting its meaning and cheering on his apparent support. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read…
Telegram’s Bans on Extremist Channels Aren’t Really Bans
A WIRED analysis of more than 100 restricted channels shows these communities remain active, and content shared within them often spreads to channels accessible to the public. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Telegram’s…
Section 702 Surveillance Reauthorization May Get Slipped Into ‘Must-Pass’ NDAA
Congressional leaders are discussing ways to reauthorize Section 702 surveillance, including attaching it to the National Defense Authorization Act, Capitol Hill sources tell WIRED. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Section 702 Surveillance Reauthorization…
You Don’t Need to Turn Off Apple’s NameDrop Feature in iOS 17
Yes, your iPhone automatically turns on NameDrop with the latest software update. But you shouldn’t really be worried about it—regardless of what the police are saying. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: You Don’t…
Private and Secure Web Search Engines: DuckDuckGo, Brave, Kagi, Startpage
What you look for online is up to you—just make sure no one else is taking a peek. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Private and Secure Web Search Engines: DuckDuckGo, Brave, Kagi, Startpage
Google’s Ad Blocker Crackdown Is Growing
Plus: North Korean supply chain attacks, a Russian USB worm spreads internationally, and more. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Google’s Ad Blocker Crackdown Is Growing
How to Stop Google From Deleting Your Inactive Account
Your inactive profiles, like Gmail or Docs, could turn into digital dust later this year. A few clicks can save them. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How to Stop Google From Deleting Your…
Go on a Psychedelic Journey of the Internet’s Growth and Evolution
Security researcher Barrett Lyon, who makes visualizations of the internet’s network infrastructure, is back with a new piece chronicling the rise of the IPv6 protocol. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Go on a…
It’s Time to Log Off
There’s a devastating amount of heavy news these days. Psychology experts say you need to know your limits—and when to put down the phone. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: It’s Time to Log…
DOJ Charges Binance With Vast Money-Laundering Scheme and Sanctions Violations
From Russia to Iran, the feds have charged Binance with allegedly conducting well over $1 billion in transactions with sanctioned countries and criminal actors. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: DOJ Charges Binance With…
DOJ Charges Binance With Vast Money Laundering Scheme and Sanctions Violations
From Russia to Iran, the feds have charged Binance with allegedly conducting well over $1 billion in transactions with sanctioned countries and criminal actors. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: DOJ Charges Binance With…
Secretive White House Surveillance Program Gives Cops Access to Trillions of US Phone Records
A WIRED analysis of leaked police documents verifies that a secretive government program is allowing federal, state, and local law enforcement to access phone records of Americans who are not suspected of a crime. This article has been indexed from…
The Startup That Transformed the Hack-for-Hire Industry
Plus: The FBI’s baffling inaction on a ransomware group, a massive breach of Danish electric utilities, and more. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The Startup That Transformed the Hack-for-Hire Industry
Inside the Race to Secure the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix
Beyond the blinding speeds and sharp turns on new terrain, the teams at this weekend’s big F1 race are preparing for another kind of danger. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Inside the Race…
The Bin Laden Letter Is Being Weaponized by the Far Right
Far-right influencers and right-wing lawmakers are using the spread of Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” to call for a TikTok ban and boost decades old conspiracies. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The…
The Bin Laden Letter Is Being Weaponized by the Far-Right
Far-right influencers and right-wing lawmakers are using the spread of Osama bin Laden’s “Letter to America” to call for a TikTok ban and boost decades old conspiracies. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The…
US Congress Report Calls for Privacy Reforms After FBI Surveillance ‘Abuses’
A new report by an oversight committee in the US House of Representatives says the FBI has routinely violated rules governing FISA’s Section 702 surveillance program and must be reined in. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read…
Running Signal Will Soon Cost $50 Million a Year
Signal’s president reveals the cost of running the privacy-preserving platform—not just to drum up donations, but to call out the for-profit surveillance business models it competes against. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Running…
How to Opt Out of Facebook’s Latest Two-Factor Authentication Change
With Meta’s recent update to its 2FA process, the company now automatically trusts devices you often use. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How to Opt Out of Facebook’s Latest Two-Factor Authentication Change
A Spy Agency Leaked People’s Data Online—Then the Data Was Stolen
The National Telecommunication Monitoring Center in Bangladesh exposed a database to the open web. The types of data leaked online are extensive. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: A Spy Agency Leaked People’s Data…
Google’s New Titan Security Key Adds Another Piece to the Password-Killing Puzzle
The new generation of hardware authentication key includes support for cryptographic passkeys as Google pushes adoption of the more secure login alternative. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Google’s New Titan Security Key Adds…
The QAnon Shaman Isn’t Even the Most Extreme Candidate in His Race for Congress
Jacob Chansley, the January 6 rioter known as the QAnon Shaman, will run for Congress in Arizona. The most remarkable thing about his campaign so far is how unremarkable it is in a state that’s embraced election conspiracies. This article…
Social Media Sleuths, Armed With AI, Are Identifying Dead Bodies
Poverty, fentanyl, and lack of public funding mean morgues are overloaded with unidentified bodies. TikTok and Facebook pages are filling the gap—with AI proving a powerful and controversial new tool. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the…
Asian Americans Raise Alarm Over ‘Chilling Effects’ of Section 702 Surveillance Program
More than 60 groups advocating for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities are pushing the US Congress to reform the Section 702 surveillance program as Senate leaders move to renew it. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read…
CISA Has a New Road Map for Handling Weaponized AI
In its plans to implement a White House executive order, CISA aims to strike a balance between promoting AI adoption for national security and defending against its malicious use. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
Fermi’s Paradox Proves There’s No Government Alien Conspiracy Around Roswell
Roswell, New Mexico, remains synonymous with the “discovery” of alien life on Earth—and a US government coverup. But history shows the reality may be far less out of this world—and still fascinating. This article has been indexed from Security Latest…
The Mirai Confessions: Three Young Hackers Who Built a Web-Killing Monster Finally Tell Their Story
Netflix, Spotify, Twitter, PayPal, Slack. All down for millions of people. How a group of teen friends plunged into an underworld of cybercrime and broke the internet—then went to work for the FBI. This article has been indexed from Security…
US Privacy Groups Urge Senate Not to Ram Through NSA Spying Powers
An effort to reauthorize a controversial US surveillance program by attaching it to a must-pass spending bill has civil liberties advocates calling foul. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: US Privacy Groups Urge Senate…
Signal Is Finally Testing Usernames
Plus: A DDoS attack shuts down ChatGPT, Lockbit shuts down a bank, and a communications breakdown between politicians and Big Tech. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Signal Is Finally Testing Usernames
Senate Leaders Plan to Prolong NSA Surveillance Using a Must-Pass Bill
Top senate officials are planning to save the Section 702 surveillance program by attaching it to a must-pass piece of legislation. Critics worry a chance to pass privacy reforms will be missed. This article has been indexed from Security Latest…
The NSA Seems Pretty Stressed About the Threat of Chinese Hackers in US Critical Infrastructure
US government officials continue to warn that the public and private sectors need to identify and root out China-backed attackers lurking in industrial control systems. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The NSA Seems…
Senate Leaders Are Trying to Extend a Controversial NSA Surveillance Program
Top senate officials are planning to save the Section 702 surveillance program by attaching it to a must-pass piece of legislation. Critics worry a chance to pass privacy reforms will be missed. This article has been indexed from Security Latest…
This New Tool Aims to Keep Terrorism Content Off the Internet
Small platforms without resources to handle takedown requests have been weaponized by terrorist groups that share their content online. A free new tool is coming to help clean house. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
Here’s How Violent Extremists Are Exploiting Generative AI Tools
Experts are finding thousands of examples of AI-created content every week that could allow terrorist groups and other violent extremists to bypass automated detection systems. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Here’s How Violent…
Omegle Was Forced to Shut Down by a Lawsuit From a Sexual Abuse Survivor
Omegle connected strangers to one another and had a long-standing problem of pairing minors with sexual predators. A legal settlement took it down. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Omegle Was Forced to Shut…
How to Get Facebook Without Ads—if It’s Available for You
Meta now offers users an ad-free option, but it’s only available in Europe for those who can afford the €10-a-month subscription. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How to Get Facebook Without Ads—if It’s…
Sandworm Hackers Caused Another Blackout in Ukraine—During a Missile Strike
Russia’s most notorious military hackers successfully sabotaged Ukraine’s power grid for the third time last year. And in this case, the blackout coincided with a physical attack. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Sandworm…
Police Use of Face Recognition Is Sweeping the UK
Face recognition technology has been controversial for years. Cops in the UK are drastically increasing the amount they use it. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Police Use of Face Recognition Is Sweeping the…
The GOP Presidential Debate Is Livestreaming on Rumble, Home to White Nationalist Nick Fuentes
The third GOP debate is sponsored by the Republican Jewish Coalition and will be livestreamed on a platform favored by one of America’s most notorious white nationalists. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The…
This Is the Ops Manual for the Most Tech-Savvy Animal Liberation Group in the US
For the first time, guerrilla animal rights group Direct Action Everywhere reveals a guide to its investigative tactics and toolkit, from spy cams to night vision and drones. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2023 Seeks to End Warrantless Police and FBI Spying
The Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2023 pulls from past privacy bills to overhaul how police and the feds access Americans’ data and communications. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Government Surveillance Reform Act…
Internet Blackouts in Gaza Are a New Weapon in the Israel-Hamas War
Israel has said it’s prepared to disrupt internet service in Gaza, signaling a new age of warfare. In the past two weeks, the Palestinian territory has already suffered three communications shutdowns. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read…
YouTube’s Ad Blocker Detection Believed to Break EU Privacy Law
A complaint filed with the EU’s independent data regulator accuses YouTube of failing to get explicit user permission for its ad blocker detection system, potentially violating the ePrivacy Directive. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original…
What a Bloody San Francisco Street Brawl Tells Us About the Age of Citizen Surveillance
When a homeless man attacked a former city official, footage of the onslaught became a rallying cry. Then came another video, and another—and the story turned inside out. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
Intensified Israeli Surveillance Has Put the West Bank on Lockdown
The West Bank was Israel’s surveillance laboratory. Since the Israel-Hamas war began, Palestinian residents have been locked in for days at a time. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Intensified Israeli Surveillance Has Put…
This Cheap Hacking Device Can Crash Your iPhone With Pop-Ups
Plus: SolarWinds is charged with fraud, New Orleans police face recognition has flaws, and new details about Okta’s October data breach emerge. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: This Cheap Hacking Device Can Crash…
Microsoft Does Damage Control With Its New ‘Secure Future Initiative’
Following a string of serious security incidents, Microsoft says it has a plan to deal with escalating threats from cybercriminals and state-backed hackers. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Microsoft Does Damage Control With…
The UN Hired an AI Company to Untangle the Israeli-Palestinian Crisis
CulturePulse’s AI model promises to create a realistic virtual simulation of every Israeli and Palestinian citizen. But don’t roll your eyes: It’s already been put to the test in other conflict zones. This article has been indexed from Security Latest…
The New Era of Social Media Looks as Bad for Privacy as the Last One
The slow-motion implosion of Elon Musk’s X has given rise to a slew of competitors, where privacy invasions that ran rampant over the past decade still largely persist. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article:…
How Telegram Became a Terrifying Weapon in the Israel-Hamas War
Hamas posted gruesome images and videos that were designed to go viral. Sources argue that Telegram’s lax moderation ensured they were seen around the world. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: How Telegram Became…
Apple, Google, and Microsoft Just Patched Some Spooky Security Flaws
Plus: Major vulnerability fixes are now available for a number of enterprise giants, including Cisco, VMWare, Citrix, and SAP. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Apple, Google, and Microsoft Just Patched Some Spooky Security…
This Cryptomining Tool Is Stealing Secrets
Plus: Details emerge of a US government social media-scanning tool that flags “derogatory” speech, and researchers find vulnerabilities in the global mobile communications network. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: This Cryptomining Tool Is…
The Destruction of Gaza’s Internet Is Complete
As Israel increases its ground operation in Gaza, the last remaining internet and mobile connections have gone dark. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: The Destruction of Gaza’s Internet Is Complete
Chinese Hackers Are Hiding in Routers in the US and Japan
Plus: Stolen US State Department emails, $20 million zero-day flaws, and controversy over the EU’s message-scanning law. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Chinese Hackers Are Hiding in Routers in the US and Japan
Apple, Microsoft, and Google Just Fixed Multiple Zero-Day Flaws
Plus: Mozilla patches 10 Firefox bugs, Cisco fixes a vulnerability with a rare maximum severity score, and SAP releases updates to stamp out three highly critical flaws. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: Apple,…
US Justice Department Urged to Investigate Gunshot Detector Purchases
A civil liberties group has asked the DOJ to investigate deployment of the ShotSpotter gunfire-detection system, which research shows is often installed in predominantly Black neighborhoods. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: US Justice…
SoundThinking, Maker of ShotSpotter, Is Buying Parts of PredPol Creator Geolitica
SoundThinking is purchasing parts of Geolitica, the company that created PredPol. Experts say the acquisition marks a new era of companies dictating how police operate. This article has been indexed from Security Latest Read the original article: SoundThinking, Maker of…