European Union regulators have accused Meta Platforms of violating the bloc’s new digital competition rules by compelling Facebook and Instagram users to either view ads or pay to avoid them. This move comes as part of Meta’s strategy to…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Exploring Fake-Bat Loaders: Distribution Tactics and Cybercrime Networks
There has been a significant increase in the number of threats exploiting the drive-by-download method during the first half of 2024, such as the FakeBat loader, formerly EugenLoader or PaykLoader. There has been an increasing emphasis on using this…
Tech Giants Face Backlash Over AI Privacy Concerns
Microsoft recently faced material backlash over its new AI tool, Recall, leading to a delayed release. Recall, introduced last month as a feature of Microsoft’s new AI companion, captures screen images every few seconds to create a searchable library. This…
The Future of Cybersecurity Jobs in an AI-Driven World
The Future of Cybersecurity Jobs in an AI-Driven World Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the cybersecurity landscape, enhancing both the capabilities of cyber attackers and defenders. But a pressing question remains: Will AI replace cybersecurity jobs in the future?…
RansomHub and RansomHouse: Unmasking the Culprits Behind Italy’s Attacks
Hackers have claimed responsibility for three major cyberattacks in Italy in the last 24 hours. The RansomHub and RansomHouse gangs allegedly carried out the ransomware assaults in Italy. RansomHub targeted the websites of Cloud Europe and Mangimi Fusco, while RansomHouse…
CDK Cyberattack Traced to BlackSuit Hackers: U.S. Auto Industry Under Siege
Cybercriminals have carried out a series of hacks targeting big companies by breaking into the back ends of their software suppliers, disrupting operations at auto dealerships all over the U.S. This is the latest in a wide-ranging series that…
LockBit Ransomware Attack on Infosys McCamish Systems Exposes Sensitive Data of Over Six Million Individuals
Infosys McCamish Systems (IMS) recently disclosed that a LockBit ransomware attack earlier this year compromised sensitive information of more than six million individuals. IMS, a multinational corporation specializing in business consulting, IT, and outsourcing services, primarily serves the insurance…
Five Challenges to Adoption of Liquid Cooling in Data Centers
Data centre liquid cooling systems are becoming increasingly popular due to their greater heat management effectiveness when compared to traditional air cooling methods. However, as technology advances, new security issues emerge, such as cybersecurity and physical risks. These concerns…
Critical Vulnerabilities Found in Emerson Gas Chromographs Expose Systems
Multiple critical vulnerabilities have been identified in Emerson gas chromatographs, posing risks such as unauthorized access to sensitive data, denial-of-service conditions, and arbitrary command execution. Gas chromatographs are essential in various industries like chemical, environmental, and healthcare sectors for…
5G Vulnerabilities Expose Mobile Devices to Serious Threats
Researchers from Penn State University have uncovered critical vulnerabilities in 5G technology that put mobile devices at risk. At the upcoming Black Hat 2024 conference in Las Vegas, they will reveal how attackers can exploit these weaknesses to steal…