Aug 25, 2024 I recently came across some concerning news about Worldcoin, a project led by billionaire Sam Altman that aims to assign unique identities to all humans using an eyeball-scanning orb. The project has faced resistance from world governments, with some accusing Worldcoin of encouraging users to hand over
Aug 24, 2024 I just heard about a new Android malware that is using NFC cloning to evolve its fraud tactics. This is a serious issue as it involves the cloning of a victim’s NFC card data and sending it to an attacker, who then uses it to make payments
Aug 23, 2024 Today’s news featured a report on a significant cybersecurity breach at a major financial institution, exposing the personal and financial information of millions of customers. The breach occurred due to a vulnerability in the institution’s online banking system, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced security measures to
Aug 22, 2024 I just heard about the mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) rollout for Azure admins, scheduled to take effect in October. Microsoft has finally provided a detailed timeline for this, after a botched communication earlier this year caused confusion. The MFA requirement will expand to other Microsoft admin resources
Aug 21, 2024 I just heard about a major cybersecurity issue involving hardware backdoors found in Chinese key cards. A security researcher discovered secret hardware backdoors in RFID key cards manufactured by a major Chinese company, which can allow threat actors to clone affected smart cards within minutes and access
Aug 19, 2024 This week’s news has been buzzing with discussions about the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on various aspects of our lives, from climate change to healthcare. One of the key issues that caught my attention is the need for a new cybersecurity strategy to keep up with
Aug 18, 2024 I just heard about a major extortion campaign targeting organizations through publicly accessible environment variable files containing cloud account credentials. This is a serious concern that needs immediate attention to prevent security breaches and data loss. Additionally, Russian hackers are using fake brand sites to spread malware,
Aug 17, 2024 Today’s cybersecurity news has brought to light some concerning developments that require immediate attention. First and foremost, there has been a significant ransom campaign targeting cloud servers, with threat actors exploiting misconfigured infrastructure and extorting companies for stolen data. This highlights the urgent need for organizations to
Aug 16, 2024 In recent news, a hack and leak operation targeting the Trump campaign has been reported, with leaked documents obtained from an anonymous source. While the media has been cautious about publishing the leaked materials, the fact that the Trump campaign was targeted raises concerns about foreign interference
Aug 15, 2024 In recent news, the FBI has seized server infrastructure linked to a data extortion group known as Dispossessor and RADAR. This group, formed by former affiliates of larger ransomware gangs, has been involved in data extortion attacks. However, there are concerns about their limited technical skills and