Security Challenges in an Internet of Things World
In the era of smart homes, wearable technology, and interconnected vehicles, the Internet of Things (IoT) is reshaping our lifestyles, work environments, and leisure pursuits….
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Cyber and Fraud Centre – Scotland’s new roadshow to bring cyber security to Orkney businesses
Scotland’s leading organisation for building resilience against cyber and fraud crime, Cyber and Fraud Centre – Scotland, will host a free event for Orkney’s private,…
Massive Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of 2.6 Million Duolingo Users
Duolingo, one of the most popular educational sites for language learning, has fallen victim to a data breach. The personal information of 2.6 million users…
The Evolution of Triple Extortion Ransomware
Ransomware attacks used to involve cybercriminals using encryption to lock up a company’s data, computer systems and technological infrastructure. But lately, these ransomware groups have…
WinRAR: Important Security Update
WinRAR, a widely used file archiving software, has addressed a significant security concern. Here’s a concise breakdown: The Vulnerability: A technical flaw, labelled as CVE-2023-40477,…
Rilide Stealer Evolves to Target Web Browsers
A new iteration of the Rilide Stealer has surfaced, focusing its efforts on web browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera. Its…
Downfall CPU Attacks exploit multiple Intel Microprocessors
Downfall CPU Attacks, a breed of cyber threats, have cast a spotlight on a significant vulnerability inherent in numerous contemporary computer processors, widely employed in…
Rhysida Ransomware Targets UK Education Sector
Description In May 2023, a new Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) group named Rhysida emerged. This group uses phishing and hacking tools to deploy a Windows ransomware application,…
Navigating the Cryptocurrency Landscape: How to Spot and Avoid Fake Investment Scams
As cryptocurrency becomes increasingly mainstream and a legitimate form of trading, saving, and conducting business, so does the prevalence of scams and fraudulent schemes designed…