Foreign hackers are increasingly targeting Taiwan by hijacking social media accounts to spread disinformation aimed at undermining the country’s military, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau (MJIB) yesterday. The hackers, believed to be…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Lawsuits Pile Up Against Florida-Based Data Firm After Security Breach
Given all of the major news events that have dominated headlines this summer, you’d be forgiven for missing yet another: reports that a massive data breach may have disclosed billions of details, including names, social security numbers, and addresses. …
How AI and Machine Learning Are Revolutionizing Cybersecurity
The landscape of cybersecurity has drastically evolved over the past decade, driven by increasingly sophisticated and costly cyberattacks. As more businesses shift online, they face growing threats, creating a higher demand for innovative cybersecurity solutions. The rise of AI…
Critical LiteSpeed Cache Plugin Flaw CVE-2024-28000 Sparks a Surge in Cyberattacks
According to cyber security researchers, there is a critical security flaw in the LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress that users can exploit without authentication to gain administrative privileges on the site. It is an all-in-one site acceleration plugin that…
Costa Rican Authorities Issue Warning as Social Media Identity Theft Cases Double
With the rapid evolution of technology, there has been a concerning rise in cybercrime, particularly in the realm of identity theft on social media platforms. The Cybercrime Unit of the Public Prosecutor’s Office has observed a significant surge in…
Navigating Without GPS: Quantum Breakthroughs and Their Impact
From everyday smartphone users to military operations, GPS plays a crucial role in determining precise locations. However, the dependency on GPS comes with its own set of vulnerabilities, including signal disruptions and potential spoofing. Enter the groundbreaking research from Sandia…
Fintechs Encouraged to Join National Cyber Fraud Reporting System
The Fintech Association of India (FACE) has urged its members to register on the Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System (CFCFRMS). This platform, part of the broader National Cybercrime Reporting Portal, facilitates the reporting and management of financial…
Flight Aware User Data Leaked Following Misconfiguration
FlightAware, a flight tracking company, urges some customers to change their account login passwords after a data breach may have compromised private data. This Houston-based technology company provides aircraft tracking data in both real time and historical format. Furthermore,…
Chemical Giant Orion Loses $60 Million in Email Scam
Luxembourg-based Orion S.A., a leading supplier of carbon black, has been defrauded of a staggering $60 million. The company alerted the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on August 10th through an official filing (Form 8-K). The filing reveals…
T-Mobile Customers Alarmed by Unfamiliar Support Links, But They Are Legitimate
T-Mobile customers have recently raised concerns after receiving unusual-looking links from the company’s support channels, leading to fears of potential phishing scams. However, investigations have confirmed that these links are legitimate, though their appearance and unfamiliar origin have caused…