ChatGPT Outage: OpenAI Faces Service Disruption in the UK < p style=”text-align: justify;”> On Thursday, OpenAI’s ChatGPT experienced a significant outage in the UK, leaving thousands of users unable to access the popular AI chatbot. The disruption, which began…
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TRIPLESTRENGTH Targets Cloud for Cryptojacking, On-Premises Systems for Ransomware Attacks
Google unveiled a financially driven threat actor, TRIPLESTRENGTH, targeting cloud environments for cryptojacking and on-premise ransomware operations. “This actor engaged in a variety of threat activity, including cryptocurrency mining operations on hijacked cloud resources and ransomware activity,” Google Cloud…
A Looming Threat to Crypto Keys: The Risk of a Quantum Hack
The Quantum Computing Threat to Cryptocurrency Security < p style=”text-align: justify;”> The immense computational power that quantum computing offers raises significant concerns, particularly around its potential to compromise private keys that secure digital interactions. Among the most pressing fears…
Cybercriminals Exploit Cloud Services to Steal Login Information
You may think you are receiving an email from your trusted ProtonMail account — only to discover it’s a trap set by cybercriminals. Recent research throws light on how attackers are targeting both widely known and lesser-used cloud platforms…
The Rise of Agentic AI: How Autonomous Intelligence Is Redefining the Future
The Evolution of AI: From Generative Models to Agentic Intelligence < p style=”text-align: justify;”> Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing beyond its current capabilities, transitioning from tools that generate content to systems capable of making autonomous decisions and pursuing long-term…
Public Holidays And Weekends Make Companies More Vulnerable to Cyberattacks
Cyberattacks Surge During Holidays and Weekends: Semperis Report Companies are particularly susceptible to cyberattacks during public holidays and weekends due to reduced security manpower. A recent report on ransomware assaults, published by Semperis, a provider of identity-based cyber resilience,…
FortiGate Vulnerability Exposes 15,000 Devices to Risks
Fortinet Firewall Data Breach: 15,000 Devices Compromised by Belsen Group < p style=”text-align: justify;”> On January 14, 2025, it was reported that the configuration data of over 15,000 Fortinet FortiGate firewalls was leaked on the dark web. The hacker…
Protect Your Tax Return from Fraud: Here’s What You Need to Know
Tax Season 2025: Protect Yourself from Fraud with an Identity Protection PIN A new year marks the start of another tax season, bringing with it the usual challenges of navigating the complex US tax code and avoiding scams. One…
Fear of Blame in Cybersecurity: Irish Workers Hesitant to Report Breaches
Fear of Blame Hampers Cybersecurity Incident Reporting in Ireland A recent survey conducted in Ireland highlights a concerning trend: fear of blame is preventing employees from reporting cybersecurity incidents. The study, carried out by Censuswide for IT.ie and SonicWall,…
EU Mandates Tougher Cybersecurity for Banking Sector
European Banks Strengthen Cybersecurity Amid Strict Regulations European banks are being compelled to enhance their cybersecurity systems to comply with stringent regulations aimed at safeguarding critical infrastructure against cyber threats. The rise of digital tools in the financial sector…