Category: Cyber Security
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The Cloudflare record DDoS attack defense highlights how quickly threats are growing. In just 35 seconds, attackers unleashed 11.5 terabits per second (Tbps) of traffic. Cloudflare blocked the assault, preventing service disruptions for its customers. Attack Breakdown The attack relied on a UDP flood that peaked at 11.5 Tbps and 5.1 billion packets per second.…
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The Disney COPPA settlement will cost the entertainment giant $10 million. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) accused Disney of misclassifying YouTube videos, which allowed unlawful data collection from children under 13. What Led to the Settlement The FTC said Disney mislabeled several child-directed videos as not made for kids. This misclassification allowed personal data collection…
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The Pennsylvania Attorney General ransomware recovery is still in progress weeks after the cyberattack. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is working to restore systems, while courts deal with delays. The full impact on compromised data remains unclear. How the Attack Started The ransomware attack encrypted files and forced the OAG offline. Email, phones,…
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The Jaguar Land Rover cyber incident has forced the automaker to shut down critical IT systems, disrupting global operations. Production lines stopped, and dealerships struggled with sales during one of the busiest registration periods of the year. How the Incident Unfolded Jaguar Land Rover, owned by Tata Motors, confirmed the cybersecurity disruption on September 2,…
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ChangeNOW Lapsus Revenge has taken a personal turn. A former employee claims he lost his job due to the Lapsus$ breach and now vows to fight back. What Happened The ex-employee posted on Telegram that the Lapsus$ attack “completely changed” his life. He said he had devoted his energy and dedication to ChangeNOW, but the…
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YouTube Password Sharing Crackdown is underway as the platform begins enforcing household rules for Premium Family subscriptions. Accounts flagged for use outside the account owner’s residence may soon lose access to ad-free viewing and other benefits. What’s Changing YouTube has always required Premium Family members to live in the same household, but the policy went…
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Salesforce attackers threaten Google and FBI after a major supply-chain compromise linked to Salesloft Drift. The cybercriminal groups behind the breach—ShinyHunters, LAPSUS$, and Scattered Spider—demanded an end to ongoing investigations while claiming access to sensitive systems. Who the Attackers Are The coalition of groups declared themselves “invincible” in a public statement. They demanded Google dismiss…
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Amazon Disrupts APT29 in a recent cyber campaign aimed at Microsoft 365 users. The Russian-linked hacking group, also known as Cozy Bear, attempted to steal login details using a deceptive watering hole attack. Amazon’s rapid response disrupted the operation before it could spread further. Who Is APT29? APT29 is a state-backed Russian threat group with…
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has issued a stern warning about the growing risks of GPS jamming and spoofing attacks. These cyber threats could disrupt critical systems in aviation, maritime navigation, and military operations, raising serious concerns about national and international security. How GPS Jamming and Spoofing Work GPS jamming involves sending signals…
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The NCSC malware campaign highlights a new wave of malicious apps disguised as PDF editors and manual finder tools. Attackers distribute these fake programs through paid ads and deceptive websites, infecting unsuspecting users. How the Campaign Works Threat actors promote trojanized software such as “ManualFinder” and fake PDF editors. Once installed, these apps secretly convert…