Developer guilty of using kill switch to sabotage employer’s systems
A software developer has been found guilty of sabotaging his ex-employer’s systems by running custom malware and installing a “kill switch” after being demoted at the…
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Undocumented backdoor found in Bluetooth chip used by a billion devices
The ubiquitous ESP32 microchip made by Chinese manufacturer Espressif and used by over 1 billion units as of 2023 contains an undocumented backdoor that could…
YouTubers extorted via copyright strikes to spread malware
Cybercriminals are sending bogus copyright claims to YouTubers to coerce them into promoting malware and cryptocurrency miners on their videos. The threat actors take advantage…
What Happens When Push Notifications Go Malicious?
Push notifications are a common feature that many websites use to keep users engaged. However, what happens when these notifications turn malicious? Renée Burton, Vice…
They’re Not Hacking Your Systems, They’re Hacking Your People: The AI-Powered Crisis We’re Ignoring
Business executives never think they’ll be victims of a cyberattack until it happens to them—and by that point, it’s already too late. Over the course…
Cybercriminals Allegedly Used a StubHub Backdoor to Steal Taylor Swift Tickets
As Donald Trump’s administration continues its relentless reorganization of the United States federal government, documents obtained by WIRED showed this week that the Department of…
AI and Automation: Key Pillars for Building Cyber Resilience
AI applications are embedded in our phones and becoming a vital part of life. To accelerate mainstream adoption, technology companies are inundating us with TV…
Securing the Cloud Frontier: How Organizations Can Prepare for 2025 Threats
As organizations accelerate their cloud adoption for cost-efficiency, scalability, and faster service delivery, cybercriminals are taking notice. Cloud technology has become a cornerstone of modern…
Lumma Stealer Using Fake Google Meet & Windows Update Sites to Launch “Click Fix” Style Attack
Cybersecurity researchers continue to track sophisticated “Click Fix” style distribution campaigns that deliver the notorious Lumma Stealer malware to unsuspecting victims. These increasingly sophisticated tactics,…
AI’s Edge in Cybersecurity: How It’s Detecting Threats Before They Happen
In November 2024, U.S. authorities charged multiple individuals for conducting cyberattacks on telecom and financial firms. They allegedly used phishing to steal credentials, breach networks,…
How Women In Cybersecurity Are Leading The AI Revolution
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing cybersecurity, enabling organizations to detect and respond to threats faster than ever. Yet, AI has its limitations—it lacks human judgment,…
Feds Link $150M Cyberheist to 2022 LastPass Hacks – Krebs on Security
In September 2023, KrebsOnSecurity published findings from security researchers who concluded that a series of six-figure cyberheists across dozens of victims resulted from thieves cracking…