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Massive Data Breach Hits Elon Musk's X Platform

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Massive Data Breach Hits Elon Musk's X Platform

A potentially massive data breach has reportedly compromised Elon Musk’s social media platform X, previously known as Twitter, raising significant privacy concerns for millions...

Cyber Threats Surge Across Africa’s Financial Sector, Urging Stronger Cybersecurity Defenses

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Cyber Threats Surge Across Africa’s Financial Sector, Urging Stronger Cybersecurity Defenses

In 2024, the financial landscape in Africa has been rocked by a series of high-impact cyberattacks, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced digital defenses across the...

Beware of Fake Viral Video Links Spreading Malware

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Beware of Fake Viral Video Links Spreading Malware

McAfee Labs has uncovered a rise in cyber scams where fraudsters use fake viral video links to trick people into downloading malware. These attacks rely on social engineering,...

DeepSeek-R1 AI Under Fire for Severe Security Risks

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DeepSeek-R1 AI Under Fire for Severe Security Risks

DeepSeek-R1, an AI model developed in China, is facing intense scrutiny following a study by cybersecurity firm Enkrypt AI, which found it to be 11 times more vulnerable...

AI and Quantum Computing Revive Search Efforts for Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370

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AI and Quantum Computing Revive Search Efforts for Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370

A decade after the mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, advancements in technology are breathing new life into the search for answers. Despite extensive...

Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability in Zyxel Devices Sparks Widespread Exploitation

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Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability in Zyxel Devices Sparks Widespread Exploitation

Cybersecurity researchers at GreyNoise have uncovered widespread exploitation of a critical zero-day vulnerability in Zyxel CPE Series devices, months after it was initially...

Generative AI in Cybersecurity: A Double-Edged Sword

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Generative AI in Cybersecurity: A Double-Edged Sword

Generative AI (GenAI) is transforming the cybersecurity landscape, with 52% of CISOs prioritizing innovation using emerging technologies. However, a significant disconnect exists,...

Google Chrome Extensions Compromised in Widespread Cyberattack

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Google Chrome Extensions Compromised in Widespread Cyberattack

A cybersecurity incident has compromised at least 35 Google Chrome extensions, affecting approximately 2.6 million users globally. Over 400,000 devices have reportedly been infected...

Are Passkeys the Future of Authentication? Current Hurdles Say Otherwise

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Are Passkeys the Future of Authentication? Current Hurdles Say Otherwise

For years, cybersecurity experts have criticized passwords as outdated and insecure. Frequently re-used, susceptible to phishing, and vulnerable to leaks, they remain one of the...

Third-Party Data Breaches Expose Cybersecurity Risks in EU's Largest Firms

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Third-Party Data Breaches Expose Cybersecurity Risks in EU's Largest Firms

A recent report by SecurityScorecard has shed light on the widespread issue of third-party data breaches among the European Union’s top companies. The study, which evaluated...

Bootkitty: The Game-Changing Malware Targeting Linux Systems

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Bootkitty: The Game-Changing Malware Targeting Linux Systems

This malware, named Bootkitty, introduces a new method of attacking Linux, which has traditionally been considered safer from such stealthy threats compared to Windows....

BianLian Ransomware Gang Shifts Tactics: A New Era of Cyber Threats

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BianLian Ransomware Gang Shifts Tactics: A New Era of Cyber Threats

A recent advisory from the FBI, CISA, and Australia’s Cyber Security Centre reveals a tactical shift by the ransomware group BianLian, marking a significant evolution in...

Game Emulation: Keeping Classic Games Alive Despite Legal Hurdles

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Game Emulation: Keeping Classic Games Alive Despite Legal Hurdles

For retro gaming fans, playing classic video games from decades past is a dream, but it’s tough to do legally. This is where game emulation comes in — a way to recreate...

Big Tech’s Data-Driven AI: Transparency, Consent, and Your Privacy

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Big Tech’s Data-Driven AI: Transparency, Consent, and Your Privacy

In the evolving world of AI, data transparency and user privacy are gaining significant attention as companies rely on massive amounts of information to fuel their AI models....

UK Watchdog Urges Data Privacy Overhaul as Smart Devices Collect “Excessive” User Data

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UK Watchdog Urges Data Privacy Overhaul as Smart Devices Collect “Excessive” User Data

A new study by consumer group Which? has revealed that popular smart devices are gathering excessive amounts of personal data from users, often beyond what’s required for...

Cybersecurity and AI Challenges: How Companies Must Evolve to Stay Secure and Competitive

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Cybersecurity and AI Challenges: How Companies Must Evolve to Stay Secure and Competitive

Cybersecurity remains a big concern, with a recent study from DataDome showing that 91% of websites are at risk from bot attacks. The study looked at over 14,000 sites in...

FakeCall Malware for Android Escalates Threat, Hijacks Outgoing Bank Calls

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FakeCall Malware for Android Escalates Threat, Hijacks Outgoing Bank Calls

A newly evolved version of the FakeCall malware, a dangerous Android banking trojan, has been discovered hijacking users’ outgoing calls to their financial institutions,...

Business Email Compromise Soars in Q3 2024 as Cybercriminals Refine Tactics: VIPRE Report

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Business Email Compromise Soars in Q3 2024 as Cybercriminals Refine Tactics: VIPRE Report

Global cybersecurity provider VIPRE Security Group has published its Q3 2024 Email Threat Trends Report, revealing an alarming rise in business email compromise (BEC) and...

India Cracks Down on Cybercrime with Warning Against Illegal Payment Gateways

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India Cracks Down on Cybercrime with Warning Against Illegal Payment Gateways

In a sweeping move to combat organized cybercrime, India’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), through the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Center (I4C), has issued a stark warning...

Google Begins Testing Verified Checkmarks for Websites in Search Results

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Google Begins Testing Verified Checkmarks for Websites in Search Results

Google has started testing a new feature in its search results that adds a blue checkmark next to certain websites, aiming to enhance user security while browsing. As of...

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Massive Data Breach Hits Elon Musk's X Platform

Cyber Threats Surge Across Africa’s Financial Sector, Urging Stronger Cybersecurity Defenses

Beware of Fake Viral Video Links Spreading Malware

DeepSeek-R1 AI Under Fire for Severe Security Risks

AI and Quantum Computing Revive Search Efforts for Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370

Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability in Zyxel Devices Sparks Widespread Exploitation

Generative AI in Cybersecurity: A Double-Edged Sword

Google Chrome Extensions Compromised in Widespread Cyberattack

Are Passkeys the Future of Authentication? Current Hurdles Say Otherwise

Third-Party Data Breaches Expose Cybersecurity Risks in EU's Largest Firms

Bootkitty: The Game-Changing Malware Targeting Linux Systems

BianLian Ransomware Gang Shifts Tactics: A New Era of Cyber Threats

Game Emulation: Keeping Classic Games Alive Despite Legal Hurdles

Big Tech’s Data-Driven AI: Transparency, Consent, and Your Privacy

UK Watchdog Urges Data Privacy Overhaul as Smart Devices Collect “Excessive” User Data

Cybersecurity and AI Challenges: How Companies Must Evolve to Stay Secure and Competitive

FakeCall Malware for Android Escalates Threat, Hijacks Outgoing Bank Calls

Business Email Compromise Soars in Q3 2024 as Cybercriminals Refine Tactics: VIPRE Report

India Cracks Down on Cybercrime with Warning Against Illegal Payment Gateways

Google Begins Testing Verified Checkmarks for Websites in Search Results

Massive Data Breach Hits Elon Musk's X Platform

Fake CAPTCHAs Are the New Trap: Here’s How Hackers Are Using Them to Install Malware

Oracle Cloud Confirms Second Hack in a Month, Client Log-in Data Stolen

Google Rolls Out Simplified End-to-End Encryption for Gmail Enterprise Users

Apple and Google App Stores Host VPN Apps Linked to China, Face Outrage

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