Sophisticated Malware Campaign Targets Web3 Professionals Through Fake Meeting Software Cybercriminals have launched an advanced campaign targeting Web3 professionals by distributing fake video conferencing software. The malware, known as Meeten, infects both Windows and macOS systems, stealing sensitive data,…
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FTC Stops Data Brokers from Unlawful User Location Tracking
Data Brokers Accused of Illegal User Tracking < p style=”text-align: justify;”>The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed actions against two US-based data brokers for allegedly engaging in illegal tracking of users’ location data. The data was reportedly used to…
Database Service Provider Leak Results in Exposing Over 600,000 Records on Web
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>SL Data Services, a U.S.-based data broker, experienced a massive data breach, exposing 644,869 personal PDF files on the web. The leaked records included sensitive information such as personal details, vehicle records, property ownership documents, background checks,…
Here’s How Hackers Are Using QR Codes to Break Browser Security
Browser isolation is a widely used cybersecurity tool designed to protect users from online threats. However, a recent report by Mandiant reveals that attackers have discovered a novel method to bypass this measure by utilizing QR codes for command-and-control…
CFPB US Agency Proposes Rule to Block Data Brokers from Selling Sensitive Personal Information
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has proposed a groundbreaking rule to restrict data brokers from selling Americans’ personal and financial information, marking a significant step toward strengthening privacy protections in the digital age. The rule, introduced under the Fair…
The Privacy Risks of ChatGPT and AI Chatbots
AI chatbots like ChatGPT have captured widespread attention for their remarkable conversational abilities, allowing users to engage on diverse topics with ease. However, while these tools offer convenience and creativity, they also pose significant privacy risks. The very technology…
Exploit PoC Validates MiCollab Zero-Day Flaw Risks
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>A zero-day arbitrary file read vulnerability found in Mitel MiCollab has raised significant concerns about data security. Attackers can exploit this flaw and chain it with a critical bug (CVE-2024-35286) to access sensitive data stored on…
Ransomware Attackers Launch New Cyberattacks Against NHS Hospitals
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Ransomware hackers have disrupted emergency services, compromised several hospitals, and exposed private patient data in an ongoing cyberattack targeting National Health Service (NHS) trusts across the United Kingdom. The attacks, which have raised serious concerns about…
Andromeda Malware Resurfaces: Targeting APAC Manufacturing and Logistics Industries
In a fresh revelation by the Cybereason Security Services Team, a new wave of attacks linked to the notorious Andromeda malware has been uncovered, focusing on manufacturing and logistics sectors in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This decades-old malware, first detected…
Romania’s Election System Hit by Over 85,000 Cyberattacks, Russian Links Suspected
Romania’s intelligence service in its declassified report disclosed the country’s election systems were hit by over 85,000 cyberattacks. Attackers have also stolen login credentials for election-related sites and posted the information on a Russian hacker forum just before the first…