CERT-In Finds Multiple Vulnerabilities in Android, Advises Users to Update
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) warned users of multiple vulnerabilities in Android that could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information, gain elevated privileges, and cause denial-of-service (DoS) conditions on the targeted system.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 8, 2024
1 min read
FBI Recovers 7,000 LockBit Keys, Offers Lifeline to Ransomware Victims
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced the recovery of over 7,000 decryption keys associated with the notorious LockBit ransomware gang.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 6, 2024
2 min read
TikTok Fixes Zero-Day Bug Used to Hijack High-Profile Accounts
TikTok, the popular social media platform known for its short-form videos, recently addressed a critical zero-day vulnerability that left high-profile accounts susceptible to unauthorized takeover.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 5, 2024
1 min read
Massive Data Breach Exposes Patties Foods Limited Records
Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler has uncovered a significant data breach involving Patties Foods Limited, an Australian food company.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 5, 2024
2 min read
Cox Patches Critical API Vulnerability, Protecting Millions of Modems
Cox Communications has successfully patched a critical vulnerability in its API authentication system, preventing potential attacks that could have compromised the personal information of millions of customers and granted unauthorized access to their modems.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 4, 2024
1 min read
Microsoft India’s X Account Hijacked in ‘Roaring Kitty’ Crypto Scam
The hackers utilized Gill's "Roaring Kitty" handle to promote a fraudulent cryptocurrency scheme, luring unsuspecting followers into a trap.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 4, 2024
1 min read
DMM Bitcoin Suffers Massive $300 Million Bitcoin Heist
Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin has announced a devastating security breach, resulting in the theft of approximately $300 million worth of Bitcoin.
Bijay Pokharel,
June 1, 2024
1 min read
Data of 560 Million Ticketmaster Customers Allegedly Up for Sale After Breach
A threat group known as ShinyHunters is claiming to have stolen the personal and financial data of 560 million Ticketmaster customers and is offering it for sale on the dark web for a staggering $500,000.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 31, 2024
1 min read
BBC Suffers Data Breach Impacting Current and Former Employees
The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has been hit by a significant data breach, potentially exposing the personal information of thousands of current and former employees.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 31, 2024
1 min read
Nearly 2,500 Leaked Search Documents Are Real, Says Google
Google has admitted that around 2,500 leaked internal documents from its Search feature are authentic.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 30, 2024
1 min read
International Law Enforcement Takes Down 911 S5 Botnet, Arrests Administrator
Law enforcement agencies have successfully dismantled the 911 S5 botnet used to commit cyber attacks, large-scale fraud, child exploitation, harassment, bomb threats, and export violations.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 30, 2024
1 min read
Disbarred Attorney Pleads Guilty to Promoting $9.5M Cryptocurrency Ponzi Scheme
A disbarred California attorney pleaded guilty yesterday to conspiring to operate a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that defrauded victims of more than $9.5 million.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 30, 2024
2 min read
Over 90 Malicious Android Apps with 5.5 Million Installs Found on Google Play
Security researchers have uncovered a widespread infiltration of malicious apps on the Google Play Store.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 29, 2024
1 min read
Cybercriminals Launched on Avg 9k Online Attacks on Indian Firms Per Day in 2023: Report
Cybercriminals launched an average of nearly 9,000 online attacks targeting Indian businesses per day in 2023, a new report revealed on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 27, 2024
1 min read
Indian National Pleads Guilty to $37 Million Crypto Theft Through Fake Coinbase Pro Website
Chirag Tomar, a 30-year-old Indian national, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy charges for orchestrating a sophisticated scheme that resulted in the theft of over $37 million in cryptocurrency.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 26, 2024
1 min read
CERT-In Finds Vulnerabilities in Google Chrome, Siemens Products
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) on Friday warned users of vulnerabilities in Google Chrome and Siemens products, which could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 24, 2024
1 min read
Hackers Continued to Use Malware, Tools in Q1 that Let Their Operations Go Undetected: Report
Hackers continued to utilize malware and increasingly relied on tools with legitimate uses that allowed cybercriminal operations to go undetected for longer in the first quarter (Q1) of this year, a new report showed on Friday.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 24, 2024
1 min read
Northern Ireland Police Faces £750k Fine After Exposing Staff Info
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) faces a hefty £750,000 fine from the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) after mistakenly publishing a spreadsheet online containing the personal details of its entire workforce.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 23, 2024
1 min read
Fake Pegasus Spyware’s Misuse Surges on Dark Web: Researchers
Cyber-security researchers on Thursday warned about the widespread misuse of fake Pegasus spyware on the Dark Web where hackers are leveraging the name of Pegasus for financial gains.
Bijay Pokharel,
May 23, 2024
1 min read
Chinese Hackers Evade Detection on Military and Government Networks for 6 Years
A Chinese state-sponsored threat actor, dubbed "Unfading Sea Haze," has been operating undetected on military and government networks in the South China Sea region since 201
Bijay Pokharel,
May 23, 2024
1 min read
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