Author: Cybernoz

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06
Feb
2025

Microsoft script updates bootable media for BlackLotus bootkit fixes

Microsoft has released a PowerShell script to help Windows users and admins update bootable media so it utilizes the new “Windows…

Google says commercial quantum computing applications arriving within five years
06
Feb
2025

Google says commercial quantum computing applications arriving within five years – Software

Google aims to release commercial quantum computing applications within five years, Google’s head of quantum told Reuters, in a challenge…

Sophos Acquires Secureworks for $859 Million
06
Feb
2025

Sophos Acquires Secureworks for $859 Million

Sophos, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, has finalized its acquisition of SecureWorks, a prominent managed security services provider, in…

U.S. CISA adds Linux kernel flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
06
Feb
2025

U.S. CISA adds Linux kernel flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

U.S. CISA adds Linux kernel flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog Pierluigi Paganini February 05, 2025 U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure…

Call center
06
Feb
2025

Robocallers posing as FCC fraud prevention team call FCC staff

The FCC has proposed a $4,492,500 fine against VoIP service provider Telnyx for allegedly allowing customers to make robocalls posing…

242,000 Times Downloaded Malicious Apps from Android and iOS Stealing Crypto Recovery Keys
06
Feb
2025

242,000 Times Downloaded Malicious Apps from Android and iOS Stealing Crypto Recovery Keys

In a shocking revelation, researchers have uncovered a widespread malware campaign targeting both Android and iOS users. Dubbed “SparkCat,” this…

Ex-Google engineer faces new US charges he stole AI secrets
06
Feb
2025

Ex-Google engineer faces new US charges he stole AI secrets – Software

US prosecutors have unveiled an expanded 14-count indictment accusing former Google software engineer Linwei Ding of stealing artificial intelligence trade…

BADBOX Botnet Infected Over 190,000 Android Devices Including LED TVs
06
Feb
2025

BADBOX Botnet Infected Over 190,000 Android Devices Including LED TVs

A newly discovered botnet named BADBOX has been found to have infected over 190,000 Android devices, including high-end models like…

ANU hunts new tech lead following CIO promotion
05
Feb
2025

ANU hunts new tech lead following CIO promotion – Training & Development

The Australian National University is seeking a new leader for its technology function following the promotion of former chief information…

Ransom
05
Feb
2025

Ransomware payments fell by 35% in 2024, totalling $813,550,000

Payments to ransomware actors decreased 35% year-over-year in 2024, totaling $813.55 million, down from $1.25 billion recorded in 2023. Additionally,…

Apple's macOS Kernel Vulnerability Let Attackers Escalate Privileges
05
Feb
2025

Apple’s macOS Kernel Vulnerability Let Attackers Escalate Privileges

A critical vulnerability in Apple’s macOS kernel (XNU), tracked as CVE-2025-24118, has been disclosed, potentially allowing attackers to escalate privileges,…

SA gov follows feds in blocking DeepSeek
05
Feb
2025

SA gov follows feds in blocking DeepSeek – Security – Software

The South Australian government has moved to block access to DeepSeek over its network and directed public servants to stop…