Security

Cybercriminals have launched a new phishing campaign aimed at iPhone users, specifically targeting their Apple IDs, according to a recent alert from security software company Symantec. These attackers are masquerading as Apple in text messages sent across the U.S., attempting to deceive individuals into surrendering their personal credentials. Symantec reports that Apple IDs are highly…

Check Your Accounts: 10 Billion Passwords Exposed in Largest Leak Ever The ‘RockYou2024’ database includes almost 10 billion passwords pulled from ‘a mix of old and new data breaches.’ Here’s how to check if yours are at risk. Are you reusing your passwords across multiple sites? It’s time to reconsider. Researchers at Cybernews have uncovered…

Mastering Facebook Messenger’s Secret Conversations: A Complete Guide Is Facebook privacy a myth or reality? Facebook Messenger’s Secret Conversations feature promises end-to-end encryption and self-destructing messages, offering a level of security not available in standard chats. For users transferring sensitive information or concerned about data privacy, this feature is essential. Here’s a comprehensive guide on…

A severe vulnerability in the Command Line Interface (CLI) of Cisco NX-OS Software is currently being actively exploited, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root on compromised devices. This zero-day flaw, identified as CVE-2024-20399, poses a significant risk to network security, particularly for organizations using Cisco’s Nexus and MDS series switches. The vulnerability stems…

The United States has officially prohibited the sale and distribution of antivirus software and cybersecurity services from Kaspersky Lab, citing concerns over the company’s potential connections to the Russian government. The Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) announced this measure on June 20. The agency emphasized that the ban stems from fears…

Overview of APT28’s Cyber Operations APT28, also known as Fancy Bear and Forest Blizzard, is a notorious Russian state-sponsored hacking group linked to the Russian military intelligence agency GRU, specifically Unit 26165. This group has been active for over a decade and is primarily involved in cyber espionage activities aimed at collecting intelligence to support…

Navigating online gaming environments securely, avoiding content restrictions, and defending against DDoS attacks is made easier with a reliable gaming VPN. These tools can even potentially boost your Internet speed if your ISP is throttling your connection. After thorough evaluation, we have identified the most efficient and secure VPNs for popular titles such as Fortnite,…

In 2023, the digital landscape saw an unprecedented surge in bot traffic, accounting for nearly half (49.6%) of all global Internet traffic, according to Thales’ 2024 Imperva Bad Bot Report. This represents a 2% increase from the previous year, reaching the highest level recorded since automated traffic monitoring began in 2013. Evolving Threat of Malicious…

In a significant security update, Google Chrome has introduced a new feature known as the V8 Sandbox, aimed at bolstering the browser’s defenses against memory corruption vulnerabilities. Samuel Groß, the lead for V8 security at Google, explained that this innovation is designed to encapsulate potential memory corruption within V8, preventing it from compromising the broader…

The cybersecurity landscape is abuzz with the recent uncovering of a meticulously crafted backdoor within XZ Utils, an essential open-source data compression tool widely used across Linux and Unix-like systems. This revelation, brought to light by a vigilant Microsoft developer, underscores the sophisticated nature of supply chain attacks that target the very core of open-source…