A recently uncovered Windows vulnerability, known as CVE-2024-6768, has raised alarm among cybersecurity experts due to its potential to cause widespread disruption by triggering the dreaded blue screen of death (BSOD) on a range of Windows operating systems. Discovered…
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Here’s How Users Can Safeguard Themselves From E-Challan Scams
In light of the growing prevalence of e-challan scams, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has released some crucial advice to prevent individuals from becoming victims and suffering financial loss. Nearly 4400 devices have been infected with malware,…
North Miami Mayor’s Gmail Hacked; Ransomware Attack Disrupts City Services
North Miami residents are on edge after Mayor Alix Desulme disclosed that his personal Gmail account was hacked in a ransomware attack. This cyberattack has severely disrupted city operations, leaving many services unavailable online. While City Hall has reopened, residents…
FBI and Allies Dismantle Dispossessor Ransomware Network
The FBI announced on Monday that it has taken down the servers and websites used by the Radar/Dispossessor ransomware group. This action was part of a global investigation involving the U.K.’s National Crime Agency, the Bamberg Public Prosecutor’s Office,…
Microsoft Patches Critical SmartScreen Vulnerability Exploited by Attackers
Microsoft’s SmartScreen feature, a cornerstone of Windows security, faced a significant setback when a critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-38213, was exploited by cybercriminals. This vulnerability allowed attackers to circumvent SmartScreen’s protective mechanisms and deliver malicious code to unsuspecting users. The vulnerability…
When Data Security Fails: The National Public Data Breach Explained
Recent events have highlighted the vulnerabilities that still exist in our digital infrastructure. One such incident is the data breach involving National Public Data (NPD), a background check company. This breach, initially revealed in a class-action lawsuit, has now escalated,…
Comprehensive Hacker Toolkit Uncovered: A Deep Dive into Advanced Cyberattack Tools
Cybersecurity researchers have recently uncovered a vast and sophisticated hacker toolkit that provides a comprehensive suite of tools for executing and maintaining cyberattacks. Found in an open directory in December 2023, the discovery offers a rare glimpse into the…
Hackers Exploit Dark Skippy Attacks to Steal Secret Keys from Secure Devices
An element of the Dark Skippy attack involves the subtle manipulation of nonces during the signature creation process to create the signature. To obtain the private key of a cryptocurrency wallet, attackers craft carefully crafted nonces, thereby gaining full…
CrowdStrike’s Recovery Efforts in Focus After Global IT Outage
On July 19, cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike found itself at the centre of a crisis after a faulty software update caused a widespread IT outage, affecting millions of computers worldwide. The aftermath of this incident was evident at the Black…
Xapo Bank Aims To Boost Bitcoin Safety With Tech And Bunkers
Satoshi Nakamoto, the pseudonymous developer of Bitcoin, published the system’s whitepaper in 2008, bluntly criticising financial institutions and the confidence they demand. However, in 2010, one of the most notable Bitcoin collaborators in its early days and the recipient…