Crypto Scamming Network Exploits Xinbi Guarantee Platform Recent findings from Elliptic have unveiled a troubling trend on the Xinbi Guarantee platform, with vendors openly advertising services connected to various crypto investment scams, including “quick kills,” “slow kills,” and “pig butchering.” These terms refer to a range of fraudulent schemes designed…
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks have long stood as a prevalent threat in the cybersecurity landscape, employed by malicious actors to inundate websites with overwhelming amounts of illegitimate web traffic. This tactic often results in significant slowdowns, crashes, or total inaccessibility for legitimate users. The primary intent behind these…
Explore topics such as Cyberwarfare / Nation-State Attacks, Events, and Fraud Management & Cybercrime. CISO Joe Carson Discusses How NATO’s Locked Shields Enhances Defense Readiness Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • May 14, 2025 Joe Carson, Chief Security Evangelist and Advisory CISO, Segura Every year, the imaginary island nation of Berylia…
23andMe recently disclosed a significant data breach that impacted 14,000 user accounts as well as 6.9 million profiles related to DNA relatives and family trees. Affected users can now pursue compensation in light of this incident. You can find more details on how to claim your compensation here. Following a…
Young developers are enjoying a lavish lifestyle that involves popping bottles of champagne, indulging in steak dinners, playing soccer, and unwinding by a private swimming pool, with many of their activities having been shared online. One of the more striking images features an individual posing next to a life-sized Minions…
— ### INE Security Emphasizes the Importance of Continuous CVE Practice in Cyber Defense On May 14, 2025, INE Security, a recognized leader in cybersecurity education, reiterated the critical role of ongoing, hands-on training with the latest Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs). As cyber threats escalate, traditional security practices often…
Data Security CEO Howard Ting Resigns as Cyberhaven Reaches $1B Valuation Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • May 13, 2025 Nishant Doshi, interim CEO, Cyberhaven (Image: Cyberhaven) Cyberhaven, a data protection startup, has appointed its Chief Product and Development Officer Nishant Doshi as interim CEO following the resignation of Howard Ting. This…
Data Breach Exposes Vulnerabilities in Trusted Third-Party Systems In early 2024, Hertz experienced a significant data breach that compromised sensitive customer data, including personally identifiable information (PII) such as names and driver’s license numbers. This incident highlights a growing concern within the cybersecurity landscape: the risks associated with third-party vendors.…
The iClicker website, a widely-used student engagement platform, was recently compromised in a ClickFix attack, deceiving users into installing malware via a fake “I’m not a robot” verification. Insights into the extent of the breach and protective measures are outlined below. iClicker, a crucial digital tool utilized for classroom engagement…
