Category: Cyber Security
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New data reveals which U.S. metro areas face the highest cybersecurity risks. The findings highlight cities that suffer from both technical vulnerabilities and staffing shortages. This insight should serve as a wake-up call for local officials and security leaders. Cybersecurity Job Gaps Widen the Threat The Washington D.C. metro area leads the risk index due…
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Microsoft Azure surveillance allegations have triggered a new investigation into how the company’s cloud services may have been used. Reports claim Israel’s Unit 8200 leveraged Azure for mass monitoring, raising questions about ethics, transparency, and the role of technology in conflict. Allegations Against Azure The claims suggest Unit 8200 ran a custom Azure system that…
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FortiWeb vulnerability has been disclosed that enables attackers to bypass authentication entirely. Security researchers revealed how forged cookies allow attackers to impersonate any user, including administrators. Fortinet has already issued a patch, but unpatched systems remain at risk. Details of the Vulnerability The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-52970 and nicknamed FortMajeure, stems from a weakness in…
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Microsoft Teams security update is set to roll out new protections against malicious URLs and dangerous file types. With more than 320 million active users worldwide, the platform is strengthening defenses to secure its growing global community. Blocking Dangerous File Types The update introduces restrictions on high-risk file types in chats and channels. Executable files…
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The Netflix phishing campaign is targeting marketing and social media professionals with fake job offers. Attackers use these scams to steal Facebook login credentials and hijack personal and corporate accounts. How the Scam Works Victims receive an email that appears to come from a Netflix recruiter. The message includes a link to schedule an interview.…
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The Colt ransomware attack has disrupted one of the UK’s leading telecom providers. Colt Technology Services confirmed it was forced to take several systems offline after hackers targeted its internal operations. The incident highlights the growing risks telecom firms face from cybercriminal groups. How the Attack Unfolded The cyber incident began on August 12 and…
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House of Commons hacked through a Microsoft vulnerability has exposed sensitive staff data and triggered a national cybersecurity investigation. Officials are working to determine the scale of the breach and secure affected systems. How the Breach Happened On August 8, attackers exploited a critical flaw in Microsoft software to gain unauthorized access to the House…
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Cybercrime crypto seized across two global initiatives totals more than $300 million. Law enforcement and blockchain firms disrupted fraud and money laundering networks effectively in under a year. What Happened In September 2024, the T3 Financial Crime Unit (T3 FCU) launched the T3+ Global Collaborator Program. Partners include intelligence firm TRM Labs, TRON, Tether, and…
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Critical internet flaw in the HTTP/2 protocol allows attackers to crash servers by overwhelming them with fake request streams. Security experts warn that unpatched systems face a significant risk of large-scale denial-of-service attacks. What Researchers Found Security researchers discovered a vulnerability, now nicknamed “MadeYouReset,” that targets the way HTTP/2 handles connection streams. Attackers can send…
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Telegram bans channels for extortion and doxxing after receiving hundreds of detailed abuse reports from users. The decision follows the discovery of networks publishing personal data and demanding payment for its removal. What triggered the action According to the platform, administrators of several channels published damaging personal information about individuals, including private communications, addresses, and…