Computer Security
Internet Archive Site Faces Multiple Cybersecurity Breaches Amid Service Restoration Efforts
The Internet Archive, a cornerstone of digital preservation, is facing a challenging period. As the non-profit organization worked to restore its services following a significant cyberattack, it was hit again with a... Read more
How Vulnerable APIs and Bot Attacks Cost Businesses Up to $186 Billion Every Year
Businesses today face growing security threats from vulnerable APIs and bot attacks. According to a report from Imperva, companies are losing up to $186 billion each year due to these issues. The numbers are... Read more
Internet Archive Wayback Machine Hacked, Exposing 31 Million Users
The Wayback Machine, a service of the Internet Archive, plays a crucial role in preserving the digital history of the web. From old websites to vintage games and magazines, the site offers a unique glimpse into the... Read more
Cyberattack Halts American Water's Online Services Prompting Vulnerability Concerns of U.S. Critical Infrastructure
Cybersecurity incidents continue to challenge companies across various sectors, and this time, it has hit one of the largest water utility companies in the United States—American Water. On October 3, 2024, the company... Read more
North Korean Hackers Use New VeilShell Malware in Secret Cyber Attacks
Cybersecurity experts have recently uncovered a new malware called VeilShell that is being used by hackers linked to North Korea. These hackers have been quietly attacking countries in Southeast Asia, specifically... Read more
Iranian Hackers Present a Deepening Cybersecurity Threat to the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election
In a dramatic twist that underscores the growing influence of foreign interference in U.S. elections, Iranian hackers allegedly sent stolen information from Donald Trump's campaign to individuals linked with Joe... Read more
North Korean Hackers Target Internet Explorer Vulnerability in Supply Chain Attack
A recently discovered zero-day vulnerability in Internet Explorer has once again exposed the persistent threat of cyber espionage. The latest victim? An advertising agency compromised by the notorious North Korean... Read more
Fidelity Data Breach Exposes Thousands of Customers' Personal Information
In August, Fidelity Investments experienced a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 77,000 individuals. This breach, affecting a "small subset" of Fidelity's customers, highlights the growing... Read more
Healthcare Organizations Under Siege from Trinity Ransomware
The healthcare sector faces a growing cyber threat from a new ransomware variant known as Trinity. The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a warning, alerting organizations in healthcare and... Read more
New Gorilla Botnet Unleashes Over 300,000 DDoS Attacks Across 100 Countries
Cybersecurity is facing a new menace, and its name is Gorilla—otherwise known as GorillaBot. This botnet, a variant of the notorious Mirai botnet, has unleashed a torrent of Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS)... Read more
Law Enforcement Cracks Down on LockBit Hackers With Major Arrests and Infrastructure Seizures To Unravel Global Ransomware Network
The cybercrime world faced another major blow this week as international law enforcement agencies took down key members of the notorious LockBit ransomware group. Announcements from Europol, the US, and UK authorities... Read more
Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Internet Providers in Covert Cyber Espionage Operation
In a fast-evolving world where technology drives much of our daily lives, the invisible threat of cyber espionage is growing, and no one is immune. The latest incident in this ongoing cyber battle has spotlighted... Read more
Volkswagen Responds to Ransomware Data Theft Claims with IT Infrastructure Intact
Volkswagen recently addressed a ransomware group’s claim that it had stolen sensitive data from the company’s systems. The incident has raised concerns about potential security vulnerabilities in the automotive... Read more
Iranian Cyberespionage Group OilRig Exploits Windows Kernel Vulnerability to Target Gulf Governments
Iranian cyberespionage group OilRig, also known as APT34 or Helix Kitten, is ramping up its attacks on government entities in the Gulf region, according to a recent report by cybersecurity firm Trend Micro. This group... Read more
North Korean Hackers Use Fake Job Interviews to Infect Developers with Cross-Platform Malware
North Korean threat actors have found a cunning way to target software developers: fake job interviews. This insidious method is designed to lure unsuspecting job seekers in the tech industry into downloading malware... Read more
Ransomware Strikes Critical Infrastructure With Growing Financial Impact and How Organizations Are Fighting Back
In today’s hyper-connected world, the intersection between digital and physical realms has never been more vulnerable. Ransomware attacks targeting cyber-physical systems (CPS) are on the rise, and organizations... Read more
Microsoft’s New Windows Recall Reinvents AI Search with Data Protection
Microsoft’s Windows Recall feature, which faced backlash for its privacy concerns, is returning with a significant security overhaul. Just three months after its controversial initial preview, Microsoft has... Read more
Ransomware Strikes Kansas Water Facility, Forcing Shift to Manual Operations
A ransomware attack has hit a Kansas water treatment facility in Arkansas City, pushing the plant into manual operations over the weekend. The incident, first reported by local news station KWCH.com, has raised... Read more
