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…
Generative AI: A Double-Edged Sword for Organizations Amidst Emerging Risks In recent months, the rise of generative AI has captured global attention, particularly following the rapid adoption of ChatGPT. As tools such as DeepSeek, Mistral, and LLaMA continue to reshape the open-source landscape, it becomes increasingly clear that generative AI…
Government, Industry Specific, Information Sharing CISA’s Decision to Shift Cyber Alerts to X Sparks Immediate Reversal Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • May 13, 2025 CISA acknowledged the ‘confusion’ caused by its decision to favor the X social media platform for communications. (Image: Shutterstock/ISMG) The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has…
Australia has reported an unprecedented spike in data breaches, prompting serious concerns from regulatory authorities about the evolving threats. The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) disclosed on Tuesday that businesses and government agencies reported a staggering 1,113 data breaches in 2024, marking a 25 percent increase compared to…
Google Introduces Advanced Protection Mode to Strengthen Android Security In response to escalating threats against mobile devices, Google has announced the introduction of a new security feature designed to bolster Android’s defenses against malware attacks, insecure network vulnerabilities, and unsolicited messaging scams. The Advanced Protection mode, which will be integrated…
Cloud Storage and Cybersecurity: An In-Depth Analysis for Business Owners In today’s digital landscape, cloud storage has emerged as a fundamental component for both personal and professional data management. From safeguarding cherished family photos to overseeing sensitive corporate information, cloud solutions provide unparalleled convenience, scalability, and accessibility. However, this escalating…
A significant security breach at PrepHero, a college recruiting platform, has revealed millions of unencrypted records containing sensitive personal information, including passport images of student-athletes. Recent findings exposed over three million personal records of young athletes and their coaches unprotected online. This discovery was made by Jeremiah Fowler, a cybersecurity…
Marks and Spencer Confirms Data Breach Following April Cyber Attack Pierluigi Paganini May 13, 2025 Marks and Spencer Group plc (M&S) has confirmed that adversaries successfully infiltrated its systems during a ransomware attack in April, leading to the theft of customer data. The company previously reported managing a cyber incident…
Digital fraud has reached alarming heights, with Americans suffering losses of approximately $16.6 billion to online crimes in the past year alone. Nearly 200,000 individuals reported various scams, including phishing and spoofing, to the FBI. A significant portion of these scams, amounting to over $470 million, originated via text messages,…
