Researchers Bypassed Windows Hello Authentication on Microsoft, Dell Laptops
Researchers have bypassed Windows Hello fingerprint authentication on laptops from Dell, Lenovo, and even Microsoft.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 23, 2023
2 min read
North Korean Hackers Target Cyberlink Users in Supply Chain Attack: Microsoft
Microsoft’s threat intelligence team has uncovered a supply chain attack by the North Korea-based threat actor involving a malicious variant of an application developed by CyberLink, a Taiwanese company that develops multimedia software products.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 23, 2023
1 min read
Data Breach at Welltok Exposes Personal Information of 8.5 Million Patients
Healthcare SaaS provider Welltok has disclosed a data breach that has compromised the personal information of nearly 8.5 million patients in the United States.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 23, 2023
1 min read
Tor Project Takes Action Against Profit-Driven Relays Jeopardizing Network Security
The Tor Project has recently taken steps to remove multiple relays from its network.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 21, 2023
1 min read
Here’s Why You Should Stop Using Free VPNs RIGHT NOW!
If you're considering using a free VPN, it's crucial to understand the potential pitfalls. Here are some compelling reasons to reconsider and invest in a reputable paid VPN instead.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 21, 2023
3 min read
Cybercriminals Wiped Out Logs in 82% of Attacks with Missing Telemetry: Report
Cybercriminals disabled or wiped out logs in 82 percent of attacks with missing telemetry between January 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, a new report said on Thursday.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 16, 2023
2 min read
A Critical Flaw in WP Fastest Cache Plugin Exposes Over 600,000 WordPress Sites to Cyberattacks
A critical vulnerability in a popular WordPress plugin, WP Fastest Cache, has left over 600,000 websites susceptible to cyberattacks.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 15, 2023
1 min read
Hackers Exploiting ‘CitrixBleed’ Bug for Mass Cyberattacks Globally
Hackers are mass-exploiting a critical vulnerability in desktop virtualization company Citrix’s NetScaler systems to apparently attack big organizations like Boeing, China’s ICBC, and mega port operator DP World globally, cyber-security researchers have claimed.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 15, 2023
2 min read
McGraw Hill Data Breach Exposes Information of Over 90,000 Users on Darkweb
The vpnMentor research team discovered a web forum post exposing information stolen from McGraw Hill, a leading educational publisher. The database allegedly contained information from 90,875 users.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 14, 2023
1 min read
China’s ICBC Paid Ransom after Hacking That Crippled US Treasury Market: Reports
Ransomware hacking group Lockbit, which hit the US arm of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) last week and disrupted trades in the US Treasury market, has reportedly admitted it was paid a ransom by the bank.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 14, 2023
2 min read
Ethereum Hackers Exploit Feature to Steal $60 Million from 99K Victims
In a brazen hack, thieves exploited a feature of the Ethereum blockchain to steal over $60 million in cryptocurrency from over 99,000 victims.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 14, 2023
1 min read
Australian ports shut after huge cyber attack, Christmas goods shortage looms
Ports in several Australian cities have been shut down due to a massive cyberattack, triggering concerns about shortages of key supplies amid the festive season for several days ahead.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 13, 2023
2 min read
LockBit Ransomware Group Leaks Boeing Data On Darkweb
LockBit, a notorious ransomware group, has leaked gigabytes of stolen data from Boeing, putting the company's customers and suppliers at risk.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 13, 2023
1 min read
Hackers Steal $114 Million from Crypto Exchange Poloniex
Hackers have stolen $114 million from cryptocurrency exchange Poloniex, after its “hot wallets” were drained by cyber-criminals.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 11, 2023
1 min read
Personal Data of Almost Entire Population of US State of Maine Hacked
The State announced that its systems were breached after cyber-criminals exploited a vulnerability in the MOVEit file transfer tool and accessed the personal information of about 1.3 million people.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 11, 2023
2 min read
How Business Can Deter Theft & Vandalism Proactively
This comprehensive guide explores strategies that businesses can adopt to mitigate the risks of theft and vandalism. From advanced access control systems to AI-enhanced surveillance and community engagement, these proactive measures not only protect assets but also foster safer environments.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 10, 2023
6 min read
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Hit by Ransomware Attack
The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), the world's largest bank by assets, was hit by a ransomware attack. The attack reportedly affected some of ICBC's systems, but the bank said that its core banking system was not affected.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 10, 2023
1 min read
Anonymous Sudan Claims Responsibility for DDoS Attack on Cloudflare
The website of Cloudflare was downed by a DDoS attack claimed by Anonymous Sudan.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 10, 2023
1 min read
ChatGPT Outages Caused by DDoS Attacks, OpenAI Confirms
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has now confirmed that these outages are the result of ongoing distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 9, 2023
1 min read
Major Russian Bank Sberbank Under Siege of Massive DDoS Attack
Sberbank, Russia's largest state-owned bank, has disclosed that it was the target of a massive distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack that peaked at 1 million requests per second (RPS).
Bijay Pokharel,
November 9, 2023
1 min read





