Web3 technology promises to transform the internet, making it decentralized, secure, and transparent. However, many people hesitate to adopt it due to a lack of trust in the technology. Building this trust requires clear explanations, user-friendly experiences, and a…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
PowerSchool Breach Compromises Student and Teacher Data From K–12 Districts
PowerSchool, a widely used software serving thousands of K–12 schools in the United States, has suffered a major cybersecurity breach. The Breach has left several schools worried about the potential exposure of critical student and faculty data. With over…
ICAO Investigates Potential Data Breach Amid Cybersecurity Concerns
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a United Nations agency tasked with creating global aviation standards, has disclosed an investigation into a potential cybersecurity incident. Established in 1944, ICAO works with 193 member states to develop and implement aviation-related…
$494 Million Stolen in Cryptocurrency Wallet Breaches This Year
As a result of the churning threat landscape, new threats are always emerging while others disappear or fade into irrelevance. Wallet drainers trick their victims into signing malicious transactions in order to steal their assets. As the name implies,…
AI and Blockchain: Shaping the Future of Personalization and Security
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology is revolutionizing digital experiences, especially for developers aiming to enhance user interaction and improve security. By combining these cutting-edge technologies, digital platforms are becoming more personalized while ensuring that user…
Passkeys: The Future of Secure and Seamless Online Authentication
Passwords have been a cornerstone of digital security for decades, but managing them has grown increasingly complex. Even with the help of password managers, users face the challenge of creating and remembering countless unique, complex passwords. The days of…
Sophisticated Credit Card Skimmer Malware Targets WordPress Checkout Pages
Recent cybersecurity reports have highlighted a new, highly sophisticated credit card skimmer malware targeting WordPress checkout pages. This stealthy malware embeds malicious JavaScript into database records, leveraging database injection techniques to effectively steal sensitive payment information. Its advanced design…
Play Ransomware: A Rising Global Cybersecurity Threat
Play ransomware, also known as Balloonfly or PlayCrypt, has become a significant cybersecurity threat since its emergence in June 2022. Responsible for over 300 global attacks, this ransomware employs a double extortion model — stealing sensitive data before encrypting…
Meta Removes Independent Fact Checkers, Replaces With “Community Notes”
Meta to remove fact-checkers Meta is dumping independent fact-checkers on Instagram and Facebook, similar to what X (earlier Twitter) did, replacing them with “community notes” where users’ comments decide the accuracy of a post. On Tuesday, Mark Zuckerberg in a…
Gravy Analytics Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Location Data of U.S. Consumers
Gravy Analytics, the parent company of data broker Venntel, is facing mounting scrutiny after hackers reportedly infiltrated its systems, accessing an alarming 17 terabytes of sensitive consumer data. This breach includes detailed cellphone behavior and location data of U.S.…