German IoT Devices Compromised Through Backdoored Android Applications The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has reported a significant disruption of a botnet that has compromised approximately 30,000 Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This incident involves backdoored digital picture frames and media players operating under modified Android systems, many…
A recent survey indicates significant vulnerabilities to consumer data, as nearly half of individuals reported experiencing personal data breaches. This research, conducted by the digital platform CNET, surveyed around 2,500 adults in the United States and found that over 70% of participants admitted to mishandling their personal information in the…
Malware Campaign Exploits GitHub and Phishing Strategies to Deploy Attacks In a concerning revelation shared by Datadog, a new malware strain identified as MUT-1244 has been found to utilize a combination of tactics to deploy its malicious payloads, specifically through avenues that exploit both social engineering and legitimate platforms. This…
Unprotected Database Breach Exposes Millions of Patient Records in Canada Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler has revealed a significant data breach involving an unprotected database linked to Care1, a Canadian healthcare technology firm specializing in AI-driven software solutions for optometrists. The database has been discovered to house over 4.8 million patient…
SRP Federal Credit Union Faces Data Breach Investigation by Edelson Lechtzin LLP NEWTOWN, Pa., Dec. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a law firm specializing in class-action litigation, is currently probing allegations of data privacy breaches affecting SRP Federal Credit Union (SRP FCU). The investigation follows an incident…
Rising Drone Sightings in New Jersey: Authorities Investigate In recent weeks, New Jersey has experienced a surge in reports of unidentified drone sightings, prompting widespread concern among residents. Individuals have taken to social media and contacted various authorities, detailing unusual behaviors of these aerial vehicles, particularly at night. The phenomenon…
A recent international initiative, dubbed Operation Power Off, has led to the successful dismantling of more than 27 major platforms engaged in providing Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack services. These platforms, which have been instrumental in facilitating large-scale cyberattacks for clients, have been shut down as part of a…
Attack Surface Management, Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • December 13, 2024 Image: Shutterstock Recent findings reveal that an Iranian state-sponsored hacking group is deploying sophisticated malware, described by experts as a “cyber weapon,” aimed at infiltrating Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology…
Amid Rising Cyber Threats, Business Owners Urged to Heighten Vigilance Against Phishing Attacks In an era marked by a troubling rise in data breaches, cyber safety communications have become commonplace. Recent emails alerting recipients to yet another data breach may seem routine, but security experts warn that these messages could…
