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Solar Power Infrastructure Exposed to Cyber Threats

Critical Infrastructure Security Security Vulnerabilities in Solar Inverters Pose Risks to Power Grid Stability Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • March 28, 2025 Researchers have identified significant security flaws in major solar inverters, potentially exposing them to cyber threats. (Image: Shutterstock) In a recent analysis, researchers have uncovered critical security vulnerabilities in…

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Major Data Breach? Over 100,000 Gemini Users Reportedly Exposed as Hacker Offers Personal Information for Sale

Data Breach Alert: Personal Information of Gemini Users Compromised Recent reports indicate a potential data breach involving Gemini, a well-known cryptocurrency exchange, with claims emerging that the personal information of over 100,000 users is for sale on the dark web. This disturbing revelation, if verified, would represent one of the…

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Gemini Hackers Enhance Attack Potency with Assistance from… Gemini

Recent research has unveiled the effectiveness of various attack methods against Google’s Gemini models, revealing significant vulnerabilities that pose risks to cybersecurity. The findings indicate an attack success rate of 65% against the Gemini 1.5 Flash model and 82% against the Gemini 1.0 Pro, in stark contrast to baseline success…

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SquareX Unveils Browser-Native Ransomware Posing Risks to Millions

New Threat: Browser-Native Ransomware Emerges as the Latest Cybersecurity Challenge Palo Alto, USA, March 28th, 2025 — A significant shift in the landscape of cyber threats has been identified with the rise of browser-native ransomware, an emerging tactic that could pose serious risks for organizations. Cybersecurity experts from SquareX have…

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OpenAI Unveils Security Initiative that Rewards Discovery of ‘Critical’ Bugs

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development Bug Bounty Program Maximum Payout Increased From $20,000 to $100,000 Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • March 27, 2025 OpenAI’s bug bounty initiative offers payouts ranging from $20,000 to $100,000. (Image: Shutterstock) OpenAI has launched a comprehensive cybersecurity initiative designed to bolster…

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Thousands of Driver’s Licenses, Banking Information, and Personal Identifiable Information Exposed in Australian Fintech Data Breach

Massive Data Exposure at Vroom by YouX Highlights Cybersecurity Concerns Cybersecurity analyst Jeremiah Fowler has uncovered a significant data exposure involving an unprotected Amazon S3 database linked to the Australian fintech company Vroom by YouX, formerly known as Drive IQ. The exposed database contained approximately 27,000 records, including sensitive personal…

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BlackLock Ransomware Group’s Infrastructure Compromised; Information Shared with Law Enforcement

In a groundbreaking development, a cybersecurity team has successfully breached the network of a ransomware group, leveraging a security flaw to gather vital intelligence for law enforcement. This unprecedented operation has provided insights into the activities of the BlackLock ransomware gang, equipping authorities with the necessary information to mitigate potential…

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Officials Warn That CISA Budget Cuts Undermine US Election Security

Critical Infrastructure Security, Government, Industry Specific State and Local Election Offices Confront Rising Cyber Threats Amid Federal Budget Cuts Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • March 27, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent federal budget cuts allocated to U.S. cybersecurity initiatives have significantly heightened the vulnerability of state and local election offices to increasing…

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