According to an indictment unsealed by American prosecutors, a Chinese hacking group known as APT 31, which is linked to China’s Ministry of State Security, has been targeting thousands of U.S. and Western politicians, foreign policy experts, academics, journalists, and…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
The Week of Crypto Platform Breaches: Prisma Finance Incident Highlights
The past week witnessed a series of bewildering events in the realm of cryptocurrency, marked by breaches on two prominent platforms that left the crypto community grappling with perplexing motives and unexpected outcomes. The first incident unfolded on Tuesday…
Critical Security Alert Released After Malicious Code Found in XZ Utils
On Friday, Red Hat issued a high-priority security alert regarding a discovery related to two versions of a widely-used data compression library called XZ Utils (formerly known as LZMA Utils). It was found that these specific versions of the…
Behind the LockBit Takedown: Strategies and Significance
It was widely hailed as a major victory for law enforcement to take down LockBit in the sprawling war against ransomware and was considered one of the most important victories for law enforcement. However, after law enforcement takes down…
PyPI Halts New User Registrations to Combat Malware Campaign
The Python Package Index (PyPI) has implemented a temporary halt on user registrations and the creation of new projects due to an ongoing malware scheme. PyPI serves as a central hub for Python projects, aiding developers in discovering and…
Enterprise AI Adoption Raises Cybersecurity Concerns
Enterprises are rapidly embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) tools, with transactions skyrocketing by almost 600% in less than a year, according to a recent report by Zscaler. The surge, from 521 million transactions in April 2023…
What are Deepfakes and How to Spot Them
Artificial intelligence (AI)-generated fraudulent videos that can easily deceive average viewers have become commonplace as modern computers have enhanced their ability to simulate reality. For example, modern cinema relies heavily on computer-generated sets, scenery, people, and even visual effects.…
Virtual Reality Headsets: A Gateway for Hackers?
In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, virtual reality (VR) headsets have emerged as a fascinating gateway to immersive experiences. From gaming and entertainment to professional applications, VR promises a world beyond our physical confines. However, recent research has unveiled a…
Sophisticated Dutch Bank Helpdesk Scam Unveils Database with Over 7 Million Email Addresses
In January, authorities in Amsterdam made six arrests as part of a significant cybercrime inquiry, leading to the unearthing of a database containing 7.3 million email addresses, with around 5 million linked to Dutch residents. The investigation initially targeted…
EU AI Act to Impact US Generative AI Deployments
In a move set to reshape the scope of AI deployment, the European Union’s AI Act, slated to come into effect in May or June, aims to impose stricter regulations on the development and use of generative AI technology.…