| 03.04.2024 06:30
Scathing federal report rips Microsoft for shoddy security, insincerity in response to Chinese hack
A scathing report issued by a Biden administration-appointed review board on Tuesday revealed a series of errors by Microsoft that allowed state-backed Chinese cyber operators to breach the email accounts of senior U.S. officials, including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo. The Cyber Safety Review...
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| 25.03.2024 18:44
UK government links China hackers to cyberattack on election watchdog
Britain is set to announce measures against cyber organizations and individuals affiliated with the Chinese government for a series of malicious cyber activities targeting the U.K.'s election watchdog and lawmakers. The Electoral Commission revealed a breach in its system in October 2022, with "hos...
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| 08.03.2024 11:19
Inside the scandalous world of a Chinese hacking company
A recent leak of internal documents from a private hacking contractor linked to China's government and police has shed light on the seedy and shady practices within China's hacking industry. The leaked documents from a company called I-Soon reveal a world where profit-driven executives engage in co...
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| 09.02.2024 18:54
Meta Takes Down Iran's Supreme Leader's Facebook and Instagram Accounts
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has removed accounts run on behalf of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei due to his support for Hamas. The removal comes after criticism over Khamenei's endorsement of the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, which sparked the ongoing wa...
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| 09.02.2024 03:45
Nebraska bill proposes hiring hacker to audit state's computer and election systems
Nebraska State Senator Loren Lippincott has proposed a bill to the Legislature's government committee that would allocate $200,000 to hire an "ethical hacker" for the Nebraska State Patrol. The hacker's primary responsibility would be to identify vulnerabilities in the state's computer network, as...
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| 25.01.2024 22:04
Apple Embraces Europe: Third-Party App Stores and Lower Fees Now Allowed
In a groundbreaking move, Apple has announced a series of sweeping changes to its app store policies in Europe, aimed at breaking down competitive barriers and complying with upcoming European regulations. These changes, set to take effect in early March, mark a significant departure from Apple's p...
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| 03.01.2024 15:28
Warning: Popular Android apps concealing deceptive adware and new malware
A new Android Trojan called Xamalicious has been causing concern as it is able to bypass Google's strict Play Store protections. The virus disguises itself as innocent apps related to health, games, horoscope, and productivity, making it difficult for users to identify the threat. Google has taken...
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| 31.12.2023 15:33
Protect Your Credit and Bank Cards: Guard Against Hackers
Chameleon banking malware has resurfaced, posing an even greater threat to Android users. This sophisticated malware is capable of bypassing biometric security measures, such as fingerprint or face recognition, and stealing PINs and sensitive data. Known as the Chameleon Android banking trojan, it...
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| 08.12.2023 01:21
Facebook Messenger Implements Default End-to-End Encryption Amid Child Abuse Concerns
In a major development for user privacy, Meta announced on Thursday that it is rolling out end-to-end encryption for calls and messages across its Facebook and Messenger platforms. This means that even Meta itself will not be able to decipher people's messages, ensuring that only the sender and rec...
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| 05.12.2023 08:10
Rockstar Games to Announce Highly-Anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI Sequel This Month
After a long and anxious wait, fans of the immensely popular Grand Theft Auto series can finally catch a glimpse of the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI. The first official trailer for the game was released, surprising fans a day earlier than expected. This early release was prompted by a lea...
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| 03.12.2023 00:24
Iran-affiliated hackers breach multiple U.S. states, federal agencies reveal
Multiple organizations in the United States, including a small water authority in western Pennsylvania, have fallen victim to a cyberattack carried out by Iranian-affiliated hackers targeting Israeli-made industrial control devices. The FBI, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Cybersecurity and...
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| 01.12.2023 06:21
Congressmen urge DOJ to probe water utility hack, cautioning widespread vulnerability
Three members of Congress, U.S. Sens. John Fetterman and Bob Casey, and U.S. Rep. Chris Deluzio, have called on the U.S. Justice Department to investigate a recent cyberattack on a water authority near Pittsburgh. The breach has prompted the nation's top cyberdefense agency to issue a warning to ot...
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| 28.11.2023 00:10
Google will delete inactive accounts within days. Here's how to save your data.
Google users who want to prevent their accounts from being deleted should take action before December 1st. This is due to Google's updated inactive account policy, which was announced back in May. Under this policy, accounts that have not been used in at least two years are at risk of being deleted...
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| 24.11.2023 00:34
Unwanted photos of yourself on social media
In recent news, Facebook users have been facing issues with unwelcome pictures and fake accounts on the platform. One 81-year-old lady named Sheila shared her distressing experience of encountering inappropriate photos and unfamiliar names on her Facebook page. Seeking help, she expressed her frust...
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| 22.11.2023 05:15
Binance CEO resigns, faces $4.3 billion fine in landmark crypto case
Laws" and that the company allowed illicit actors to transact freely on its platform, supporting activities ranging from child sexual abuse to terrorism. The investigation into Binance, conducted by multiple regulators and law enforcement agencies including the Commodities Futures Trading Commissio...
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| 21.11.2023 03:40
Pentagon AI Chief Talks Network-Centric Warfare & Generative AI Challenges
The Pentagon's chief digital and artificial intelligence officer, Craig Martell, recently expressed his concerns about the potential dangers of generative artificial intelligence systems, such as ChatGPT, which could be used to deceive and spread disinformation. Speaking at the DefCon hacker conven...
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