Tag #Cybersecurity

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Weak Passwords Fuel Millions of Attacks in 2024

An analysis of 2024's worst passwords reveals that "password", "qwerty123", and "123456" were used millions of times in attacks, highlighting the urgent need for stronger passwords and prompting recommendations for improved security practices, including the adoption of passkeys.

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Ukraine Restores State Registers After Major Cyberattack

Following a large-scale cyberattack in December 2023 that temporarily disrupted Ukraine's state registers, the government announced on January 20th the full restoration of these systems, with no data loss reported; the head of National Information Systems was dismissed, and a new cybersecurity bill ...

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Amazon iPhone 16 Hack: Account Takeover via Social Engineering

A new hacking method targets Amazon customers, using fraudulent calls impersonating Amazon customer service to add multiple iPhone 16 orders to victims' accounts, tricking them into providing one-time codes for account takeover.

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Sneaky 2FA Bypass Threatens Microsoft 365 Accounts

French security researchers exposed a new attack targeting Microsoft 365 accounts, bypassing 2FA and stealing credentials via a \$200/month phishing kit called Sneaky 2FA sold by Sneaky Log, impacting users across various platforms, highlighting the ongoing need for enhanced security measures and us...

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Growing Cybersecurity Threats Target Travelers in 2025

In 2025, travelers face heightened cybersecurity threats including sophisticated phishing scams, malicious websites, AI-generated fraud, and the exploitation of unsecured Wi-Fi networks, impacting booking, travel phases, and data security.

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Cyberattack Targets Israeli Organizations, Displays Pro-Palestinian Message

ESET reported a cyberattack targeting Israeli organizations, replacing desktop backgrounds with a pro-Palestinian message and corrupting files; the attackers are using RDP and geolocation verification, potentially linking it to the Handala hacking group.

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Rhineland-Palatinate Universities Strengthen Cybersecurity with €5 Million Investment

Rhineland-Palatinate's 12 universities are implementing a joint cybersecurity strategy funded with €5 million, establishing a service center and appointing cybersecurity officers at each university to improve IT security and response to cyberattacks, following a June 2023 attack on Kaiserslautern Un...

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Surveillance Pricing: NSA and FTC Warn of Location-Based Price Discrimination

The NSA and FTC warn about "surveillance pricing," where companies use location and browsing data to charge different prices. Consumers can mitigate this by adjusting app permissions, deleting advertising IDs, and using privacy-centric browsers.

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Corporatization of Cryptocurrency Crime Exceeds \$51 Billion in 2024

Chainalysis's 2024 report reveals that cryptocurrency crime, exceeding \$51 billion, has evolved into corporate-style criminal enterprises offering "crime-as-a-service", utilizing stablecoins (63% of volume), and employing sophisticated risk management strategies, presenting significant challenges f...

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Hidden Malware in Emails Bypasses Security: 29,000 Victims

New malware campaigns, VIP Keylogger and 0bj3ctivityStealer, hide malicious code in email images, bypassing security; one image was viewed 29,000 times, resulting in credential and financial data theft.

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China Accuses US of Large-Scale Cyberattacks, Calls for Dialogue

A senior Chinese diplomat accuses the US of extensive cyberattacks against China's critical infrastructure, demanding Washington address Beijing's concerns and pursue a cyber relationship based on mutual respect and dialogue, highlighting the growing tensions in US-China relations.

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China Accuses US of Large-Scale Cyberattacks, Calls for Dialogue

A senior Chinese diplomat accuses the US of large-scale cyberattacks against China's critical infrastructure, demanding Washington address Beijing's concerns and engage in dialogue to build a cyber relationship based on mutual respect and peace.

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