The ransomware group Brain Cipher has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on several French National Museums that took place during the Olympic Games earlier this month. The attack, which targeted institutions managed by the Réunion des Musées Nationaux –…
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Cyberattack on TDSB Exposes Student Data, Sparks Parental Concerns
In June 2024, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB), Canada’s largest school board, suffered a ransomware attack that compromised the personal information of its students. The incident was first disclosed to the public on June 12, when the TDSB…
Top 5 Notable Cyberattacks in Modern Warfare
Warfare is no longer restricted to traditional battlefields; in the digital age, cyberspace has emerged as a new arena of conflict. Nations now engage in cyber battles using lines of code and advanced malware instead of conventional weapons. A…
Threat Actors Install Backdoor via Fake Palo Alto GlobalProtect Lure
Malware disguising itself as the authentic Palo Alto GlobalProtect Tool is employed by malicious actors to target Middle Eastern firms. This malware can steal data and run remote PowerShell commands to further penetrate company networks. A reliable security solution…
U.S. Courts Under Cyberattack and the Impact on Justice
Due to the sophistication of cyber threats, cybercriminals target judicial systems more often, exposing significant vulnerabilities. Numerous attacks disrupt court operations and have broader implications, as they hurt employers who use public records to check their criminal records. Gaining…
Rural Hospitals and Patients Face high Risk from Ransomware Attacks: Report
Ransomware attacks pose a significant threat to hospitals across the United States, but rural hospitals and their patients are particularly vulnerable, according to a new study. The research, led by Hannah Neprash, an associate professor at the University of…
Play Ransomware Claims Attack on US Semiconductor Manufacturer Microchip Technology
The Play ransomware group has claimed responsibility for last week’s cyberattack on the American semiconductor company Microchip Technology. On Tuesday, the group added Microchip Technology to its data leak site, as noted by multiple cybersecurity researchers. Play is notorious…
Fota Wildlife Park Issues Urgent Warning After Website Cyberattack
Fota Wildlife Park in East Cork has issued an urgent warning following a major cyberattack on its website, potentially compromising thousands of customers’ personal and financial details. The park advises those who made transactions on its website between May…
Emailing in Different Languages Just Got Easier— This AI Will Amaze You
Proton, a company known for its commitment to privacy, has announced a paradigm altering update to its AI-powered email assistant, Proton Scribe. The tool, which helps users draft and proofread emails, is now available in eight additional languages: French,…
Three Cyber Extortion Schemes Attackers Can Employ Against You
Cybercriminals appear to have an infinite repertoire of strategies at their disposal when it comes to forcefully extracting financial information from victims. They prefer specific methods over others, and extortion is one of them. Keep in mind that blackmailers…