Security
Two men arrested for running massive billion-euro gambling ring
European authorities, coordinated by Eurojust, have identified a massive illegal online gambling ring with sales of nearly a billion euros ($1.17 billion). Two individuals have been charged with running several illicit online casino websites.
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Asahi hackers Qilin’s domination fueled by network of bulletproof hosting – report
Qilin ransomware, recently responsible for crippling Asahi breweries in Japan, has emerged as by far the world’s most active ransomware group. A new report by Resecurity revealed that the cartel’s deep connections with shadowy infrastructure providers keep its operations running.
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We tricked Snapchat’s AI, and it told us too much
A Cybernews experiment exposed cracks in Snapchat’s AI safeguards, revealing how easily the friendly chatbot could be manipulated into sharing restricted information.
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"Imminent" nation-state threat to F5 devices, CISA urges deployment of critical updates
CISA warns of an imminent threat to federal agencies after nation-state hackers were found targeting F5 devices, issuing an emergency directive to apply critical updates immediately.
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Aadhaar, up close: a digital ID system in India, that can still trip people up
The Aadhaar ID system was first introduced in India in 2010 and has since become a big part of everyday life, with over a billion people using it. However, not everything is as rosy as it seems.
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Not so Secure Boot: 200K Framework computers found to include a bypass
The Secure Boot foundation has once again been shaken by another example of how easily this safety feature, which is supposed to protect against malicious software on boot, can be bypassed. Signed backdoors were found on 200,000 laptop and desktop computers from Framework.
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Video meetings app Huddle01 leaking user data: emails, wallet addresses exposed
A video meetings app from the Huddle01 platform, aimed at decentralized Web Real-Time Communication (WebRTC), had promised its users more security. However, sensitive user data, including emails, IPs, and crypto wallet addresses, was found leaking from an unprotected server.
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UK regulator throws the book at Capita for huge 2023 data breach
The UK regulatory body, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), has issued a fine of £14 million ($18.7 million) to Capita, an international outsourcing company, for failing to protect people’s personal information from a data breach.
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Instagram gets an overhaul with more restrictions for Teen Accounts
Meta is revamping Instagram Teen Accounts by imposing more restrictions on the content teenagers can see and interact with in the default settings.
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“We were shocked:” Gear ordered online can intercept secret satellite data
Just $800 worth of off-the-shelf equipment can intercept military communication on satellites, new research has found.
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Russia-linked hackers attack Texas electric cooperatives
Hackers claim to have breached Texas electric power cooperatives, exposing sensitive financial documents.
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“Empty shelves and stalled production lines:” UK suffering four major cyberattacks a week
“Nationally significant” cyberattacks in the UK more than doubled compared to last year. Disruptions at Marks & Spencer, the Co‑op Group, and Jaguar Land Rover grabbed the headlines, and over 200 other major breaches occurred in one year, NCSC said in a report.
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Hackers can snoop on Android screens and steal sensitive data with zero permissions
One pixel at a time, hackers can peer into Android screens and steal one-time passwords (OTP), private messages, or other sensitive data. Researchers have disclosed a high-severity “Pixnapping” attack method, demonstrating that likely all modern Android devices are affected.
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Dutch government takes control of chipmaker Nexperia due to “national and economic security”
The Dutch Department of Economic Affairs is taking over management of the semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia. The government is concerned that the knowledge and capabilities of crucial technology are being transferred to its Chinese parent company, Wingtech.
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Clever woman exposes Wise scam - scammer loses it
Phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated by the day, and one recent case that reached the Cybernews newsroom raised serious eyebrows.
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“Inflation Refund” scam texts spread among thousands of New Yorkers
New Yorkers are getting thousands of text messages claiming they need to fill out documents to be eligible for the state’s “Inflation Refunds.” But this is, in fact, an ongoing smishing campaign.
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Drones over Europe: when airspace is the new frontline
When European lawmakers call drone flights over the region’s critical infrastructure “hybrid warfare,” that’s probably an overstatement: drones are nothing new, actually, if only, well, there are millions of them, and everyone can buy one. Nevertheless, the possibility of a catastrophic event is growing, an expert says.
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How to tell if your mobile number has been hacked and what to do next
What would you do if your phone suddenly showed "No Service" while everyone around you had a full signal? For many people, that is the first warning sign that their mobile number has been hacked.
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Report: LockBit, Qilin, DragonForce join forces as ransomware cartel
It’s not exactly clear what the impact is going to be, but the announcement by LockBit, DragonForce, and Qilin – three of the biggest names in the world of ransomware and data extortion – certainly sounds menacing.
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Texas police accused of using surveillance data to hunt woman over abortion
Authorities in Texas used surveillance data to track down a woman who performed a self-managed abortion. Deputies and the surveillance companies then tried to cover their tracks.
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