Handala, an Iranian cyber outfit, has claimed to have taken down the Iron Dome missile defence system and breached Israel’s radars. A major cyber attack is believed to have unfolded when the Handala hacking group, which is renowned for…
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LightSpy Spyware: A Chinese Affair Targeting iPhone Users in South Asia
The LightSpy spyware has been used by cyberespionage groups to spy on users of iPhones, iPads, and other mobile devices in the South Asian region in a recent cyberespionage campaign. According to reports, the cybercriminals behind this cybercriminal campaign…
Combatting Counterfeit Drugs Online: BrandShield’s Success in Dismantling Illicit Websites
In the rapidly evolving landscape of online pharmaceuticals, the proliferation of counterfeit drugs poses a significant threat to consumer safety. Cybersecurity firm BrandShield has emerged as a stalwart defender in this battle, successfully dismantling over 250 websites selling counterfeit…
Zero-Day Exploitation of Palo Alto Networks Firewall Allows Backdoor Installation
Suspected state-sponsored hackers have exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks firewalls, identified as CVE-2024-3400, since March 26. These hackers have utilized the compromised devices to breach internal networks, pilfer data, and hijack credentials. Palo Alto Networks issued…
Are VPNs Undertaking To Oversee All Digital Security?
In the past decade, the services of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have drastically transformed. Once solely focused on providing secure internet connections, VPN companies are now expanding their offerings into comprehensive privacy and security suites. This shift reflects a…
Counting the Cost: $9.2 Trillion Annual Impact of Cybercrime Looms
According to a new Statista Market Insights report, cybercrime is rising at an unprecedented pace. Approximately one-third of the United States’ GDP or about 24 times Apple’s annual revenue in 2023 will be incurred as a result of cyberattacks,…
Hackers Use GitHub Search to Deliver Malware
Checkmarx, an application security firm, has discovered that threat actors are altering GitHub search results in order to infect developers with persistent malware. As part of the campaign, attackers were seen developing fake repositories with popular names and themes,…
The Rise of Weaponized Software: How Cyber Attackers Outsmart Traditional Defenses
As businesses navigate the digital landscape, the threat of ransomware looms larger than ever before. Each day brings new innovations in cybercriminal techniques, challenging traditional defense strategies and posing significant risks to organizations worldwide. Ransomware attacks have become increasingly…
National Security at Risk: The CFPB’s Battle Against Data Brokers
Data brokers work in secrecy, collecting personal details about our lives. These entities collect, and misuse our personal information without our explicit consent. The Rise of Data Brokers The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has taken notice, and their proposed…
US Think Tank Struck by Cyberattack
The Heritage Foundation, a prominent conservative think tank based in Washington, DC, revealed on Friday that it had fallen victim to a cyberattack earlier in the week. The attack, which occurred amid ongoing efforts to mitigate its effects, left…