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FBI warns about new extortion scam targeting sensitive data
Ransomware is a major threat to every industry. In recent years, hackers have increasingly targeted companies with ransomware, locking their data unless a ransom is paid. In some cases, they also threaten to leak the stolen data online if the company refuses to comply, as seen in the UnitedHealth breach, where hackers reportedly demanded $22 million. However, ransomware attacks are not limited to companies. According to the latest FBI warning, they also target employees, particularly…
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Emergency Chrome security update amid cyber espionage threats
Google Chrome is the most popular browser in the world, and it is used by billions of people. However, its widespread usage also makes it a prime target for bad actors who exploit various methods, such as malicious extensions, phishing links and fake websites. The latest attack involves hackers exploiting a browser vulnerability to conduct espionage. Google has acknowledged the security flaw and has released an update to fix it. Stay protected & informed! Get…
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New phishing attack uses real-time interception to bypass 2FA
Phishing attacks are everywhere, and most of us can spot the obvious ones. Even if someone falls for one and hands over their password, two-factor authentication (2FA) usually adds a crucial layer of protection. But a new phishing kit making the rounds can bypass 2FA entirely by using session hijacking and real-time credential interception. Known as Astaroth, this tool intercepts and manipulates traffic between your device and legitimate authentication services like Gmail, Yahoo and Microsoft.…
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Is your iPhone really hacked? Or is it those fake security alerts?
We want to warn you about a scam you might encounter on your iPhone. While browsing, you might suddenly see a warning message claiming that your device has a virus. These pop-ups are scams meant to deceive you into thinking your iPhone has been compromised. Fake Apple virus warnings, security alerts and messages are all tactics used to prompt you to call a number or click on a malicious link. Bonnie from El Paso, Texas,…
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GenAI, the future of fraud and why you may be an easy target
“Mom, it’s me! I’ve been in an accident and need money right away!” The voice on the phone sounds exactly like your child, but it’s actually an artificial intelligence clone created from a three-second clip of his voice on Facebook. Welcome to the frightening new world of AI-powered fraud. Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has handed scammers a powerful new toolkit that makes yesterday’s email scams look amateur by comparison. The sophisticated fraud techniques emerging today…
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