Category: Cyber Security
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Discord will introduce a major platform change in March that reshapes how users access content and features. The Discord age verification rollout makes teen safety settings the default experience for anyone who does not confirm their age. The move marks a significant shift in how the platform balances privacy, safety, and user access at a…
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European regulators have increased pressure on Meta over how artificial intelligence tools operate inside WhatsApp. The Meta WhatsApp EU dispute focuses on whether Meta restricts competition by limiting access for rival AI assistants on one of Europe’s largest messaging platforms. The case highlights the EU’s growing readiness to step in when dominant tech firms integrate…
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A FanDuel identity fraud scheme has led to federal charges against two men accused of exploiting thousands of stolen identities to defraud online betting platforms. Prosecutors allege that the scheme generated millions of dollars by abusing promotional bonuses meant for new users. The case highlights how identity theft can intersect with online gambling systems at…
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Waltio kidnapping claims have sparked concern after hackers alleged a link between a data leak and recent crypto-related abductions in France. The claims appeared online and suggest that criminals used stolen user information to identify and target victims. Authorities have not confirmed any direct connection, but the allegations have intensified fears within the crypto community.…
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A ClickFix access broker campaign has emerged that targets Windows users through deceptive interaction rather than direct exploitation. Attackers rely on carefully crafted prompts that persuade victims to run malicious commands themselves. This approach allows the attackers to bypass many traditional defenses without exploiting software flaws. The campaign shows how threat actors increasingly depend on…
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A SolarWinds Web Help Desk exploit has triggered urgent warnings after attackers began abusing critical vulnerabilities in active campaigns. Security researchers confirmed that threat actors now target exposed installations to gain remote control over affected systems. The situation highlights how quickly attackers move once exploit code becomes available. SolarWinds Web Help Desk plays a central…
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A Flickr data exposure warning has alerted users to a potential security issue involving personal information. The photo-sharing platform disclosed that a vulnerability connected to an external email system may have allowed unauthorized access to certain user data. The incident underscores ongoing concerns around third-party services and their role in protecting user information. Flickr emphasized…
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A Dutch privacy regulator hack exposed employee contact data after attackers exploited a critical software flaw. The incident shows that even institutions enforcing data protection laws face serious cyber risks. Authorities confirmed that attackers accessed internal systems, prompting an immediate government response. The breach has drawn national attention because the affected authority oversees privacy compliance…
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A large-scale cyberespionage effort has quietly spread across the globe, targeting government institutions and critical infrastructure in more than 150 countries. Security researchers uncovered what they call the Shadow Campaigns espionage operation, a long-running effort linked to a state-aligned threat actor focused on intelligence collection rather than disruption. The campaign highlights how modern espionage operations…
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Payment outages can bring daily commerce to a halt, especially when they affect widely used processing platforms. BridgePay has confirmed that a ransomware attack caused the service disruption that knocked its payment systems offline across the United States. The incident prevented merchants from processing card transactions and forced many businesses to rely on cash-only payments.…