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Hackers Gained Access to Colonial Pipeline via Compromised VPN Credentials

A recent investigation has revealed that the ransomware cartel responsible for the Colonial Pipeline attack utilized a compromised virtual private network (VPN) account password to infiltrate the company’s network. This incident occurred in early May and has raised significant security concerns across the United States, particularly regarding critical infrastructure. Reports…

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Ransomware Affiliate Detained in Romania; 51 Data Brokers Captured in Ukraine

The European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation, known as Europol, has reported the apprehension of a Romanian citizen believed to be involved in ransomware activities that targeted high-profile organizations. This marks the third such arrest in Romania concerning ransomware affiliates, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in cybersecurity defenses across various sectors.…

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Legal Matters: ICE Raids in Chicago and Data Breaches – WGN Radio 720

Title: Legal Proceedings and Data Security: Recent Developments in Chicago In recent news, a series of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids took place in Chicago, raising significant concerns about privacy and data security among local businesses and residents. These operations, part of a wider federal initiative, target undocumented individuals…

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Security Vulnerability in WordPress LiteSpeed Cache Plugin Leaves Sites Open to XSS Attacks

A significant security vulnerability has been identified in the LiteSpeed Cache plugin for WordPress, posing a high risk of exploitation that could allow malicious individuals to execute arbitrary JavaScript code under specific conditions. The vulnerability is designated as CVE-2024-47374 with a CVSS score of 7.2, indicating its severity. It affects…

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U.S. Recovers $2.3 Million in Ransom Paid to Colonial Pipeline Cybercriminals

In a significant development, the U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced the recovery of 63.7 bitcoins, valued at approximately $2.3 million. This amount was previously paid by Colonial Pipeline to DarkSide ransomware attackers on May 8, under a seizure warrant issued by the Northern District of California. The recovery represents…

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Global Data Breach Exposes Millions Using Vulnerable Passwords: Top 10 Most Common Passcodes to Avoid

Global Data Leak Exposes Millions Still Relying on Weak Passwords In a troubling revelation for cybersecurity, a recent report has found that millions of individuals worldwide are still employing weak and easily hackable passwords as of 2025. The analysis, conducted by Comparitech, examined over two billion passwords that were leaked…

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Apple Issues Essential iOS and iPadOS Updates to Address VoiceOver Password Security Flaw

Apple Releases Critical Security Updates Addressing Password Vulnerabilities and Audio Privacy Issues Apple has recently issued important updates for iOS and iPadOS targeting two significant security vulnerabilities. One of these flaws has the potential to expose users’ saved passwords via the VoiceOver assistive technology, raising alarm among cybersecurity experts. The…

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