The University of Greenwich has reported its second data breach of the year, stemming from an incident involving the unauthorized release of sensitive information by a disgruntled former student. This situation raises serious concerns about data security practices within academic institutions, particularly regarding how personal and confidential information is managed.…
A recent investigation has uncovered a significant malicious campaign leveraging harmful Android applications to pilfer users’ SMS messages, with activity dating back to at least February 2022. This large-scale operation purportedly involves over 107,000 unique malicious app samples aimed at intercepting one-time passwords (OTPs) that are essential for online account…
In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, organizations are often confronted by threats that were previously underestimated or overlooked. A recent advisory issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in partnership with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the FBI, illustrates the urgency for organizations to adopt advanced…
Polyfill.io Supply Chain Attack Compromises Over 110,000 Websites In a concerning development for e-commerce and web developers, Google has responded to a supply chain attack targeting the widely used Polyfill.io service. The attack follows the acquisition of the domain by a Chinese company, which has modified the JavaScript library "polyfill.js"…
Google Issues Urgent Update to Fix Active Zero-Day Vulnerability in Chrome On January 16, 2024, Google unveiled critical updates aimed at addressing four significant security vulnerabilities within its Chrome browser, notably including an active zero-day flaw. This vulnerability, designated as CVE-2024-0519, pertains to an out-of-bounds memory access within the V8…
Title: Analyzing App Location Permissions Amid Privacy Concerns In a growing focus on privacy, both Android and iOS platforms offer users insight into app permissions related to location data. Users are now able to manage their choices regarding whether an application can access their location consistently, only when in use,…
In recent years, the landscape of cybercrime has become increasingly perilous, with ransomware attacks surging in both frequency and sophistication. Cybercriminal organizations have gained notoriety for infiltrating targeted networks, encrypting vital databases, and effectively locking out businesses from their critical data until a ransom is paid. This evolving approach to…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Ransomware Emerging Ransomware Group Utilizes Rust-Based Tools in New Attack Strategies Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • October 23, 2024 Image: Shutterstock A newly formed ransomware group has emerged with advanced capabilities, reportedly developing tools designed to bypass traditional security measures. This burgeoning threat is distinguished by its…
Transforming UK Education: The Growing Importance of Data Security The educational landscape in the UK is currently in a state of significant transition, influenced heavily by ongoing political changes following the recent EU referendum. With the Department for Education assuming oversight of universities and colleges, the focus is shifting toward…
