Blockchain technology, which was first developed as part of the backbone of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, has grown beyond its original purpose. To enhance efficiency, reduce fraud, and spur innovation across various industries, it has its unique attributes-decentralization, transparency,…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Google Chrome Users at Risk: Study Reveals Dangerous Extensions Affecting 280 Million
A recent study has unveiled a critical security threat impacting approximately 280 million Google Chrome users who have installed dangerous browser extensions. These extensions, often masquerading as useful tools, can lead to severe security risks such as data theft,…
BSNL Reportedly Suffers Major Data Breach: Sensitive User Information at Risk
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has reportedly experienced a significant data breach, with the responsible threat actor claiming to have acquired sensitive user and operational data. The government-owned telecom provider’s servers were attacked, resulting in the hackers obtaining SIM…
Digital Afterlife: Are We Ready for Virtual Resurrections?
Imagine receiving a message that your deceased father’s “digital immortal” bot is ready to chat. This scenario, once confined to science fiction, is becoming a reality as the digital afterlife industry evolves. Virtual reconstructions of loved ones, created using…
Law Enforcement is Spying on Thousands of U.S. Citizens’ Mail
The Washington Post reported on Monday that federal law enforcement authorities have long received information about certain Americans’ mail via a little-known U.S. Postal Service operation known as the “mail covers program.” While officials argue that the program is…
From Hype to Reality: Understanding Abandoned AI Initiatives
A survey discovered that nearly half of all new commercial artificial intelligence projects are abandoned in the middle. Navigating the AI Implementation Maze A recent study by the multinational law firm DLA Piper, which surveyed 600 top executives and decision-makers…
Cybercriminal Group UNC5537 Strikes with Major Data Breaches
In recent weeks, the cybercriminal group UNC5537 has made significant waves. This ransomware gang, potentially linked to ShinyHunters or Scattered Spider, stole over 560 million customer records from Ticketmaster. On May 28, they listed this data for sale on…
Why Cybercriminals Keep Targeting the NHS: Insights into the Latest Attack
In a statement released on 3 June, NHS England confirmed that the patient data managed by the company Synnovis for blood testing was stolen in a ransomware attack. In a threat to extort money from Synnovis, a group of…
Back-to-Back Cyberattacks Disrupt Car Dealers in the US and Canada
In recent weeks, car dealerships across the United States and Canada have been severely disrupted by consecutive cyberattacks, underlining the growing vulnerability of the automotive retail sector. These attacks, involving sophisticated ransomware operations, have caused significant operational challenges, impacting…
IT and Consulting Firms Leverage Generative AI for Employee Development
Generative AI (GenAI) has emerged as a driving focus area in the learning and development (L&D) strategies of IT and consulting firms. Companies are increasingly investing in comprehensive training programs to equip their employees with essential GenAI skills, spanning from…