The Latest Breaking News on Cybersecurity

One Tech Tip: How to protect your communications through encryption

Cyber officials are advising people to use encryption in their communications after a sprawling hacking campaign

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Half a million medical patients just had their addresses, dates of birth, SSNs and more stolen by hackers — how to stay safe

The Center for Vein Restoration has revealed that it fell victim to a data breach back in October and that hackers may have accessed medical files containing patient information.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 12, 2024

Microsoft just fixed 72 Windows security flaws — update your PC right now

Microsoft's final Patch Tuesday of the year fixes 72 new Windows security flaws.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 11, 2024

US sanctions China cyber firm for potentially deadly ransomware attack

Some firewalls targeted in the US were protecting critical infrastructure companies, the US Treasury Department says.

Al Jazeera · Dec 10, 2024

Leading French internet operator cops hefty fine for unsolicited ads

France's largest internet operator Orange was on Tuesday slapped with a fine of €50 million ($53-million) fine for sending unsolicited adverts resembling emails to customers. The company says it will appeal what it calls a "disproportionate" amount.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 10, 2024

Rebekah Vardy feels like a 'massive target' for trolls

Rebekah Vardy feels like a "massive target" for trolls and finds it "really difficult" to be on social media.

BANG Premier · Dec 10, 2024

Thousands including children exposed in major data breach — names, addresses, Social Security numbers and more accessed by hackers

Datavant has suffered a data breach that exposed the sensitive personal info of thousands of children after an employee fell for a phishing email.

Tom’s Guide · Dec 10, 2024

3 Cybersecurity Stocks You Can’t Afford to Ignore

The cybersecurity sector is booming, owing to the growing cyberattacks and crimes, favorable government initiatives, and integration with the latest technologies. Thus, investing in quality software security stocks Fortinet (FTNT), Tenable Holdings (TENB), and Check Point Software Technologies (CHKP) could be wise. Read more.

StockNews.com · Dec 9, 2024

The Guardian view on Romania’s annulled election: a wake-up call for democracies

Editorial: The social media-driven success of a pro-Putin candidate confirmed the extent to which Russia’s hybrid warfare tactics are now a threat

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2024

3 Cybersecurity Stocks Safeguarding the Digital World

Cybersecurity safeguards the digital world by countering sophisticated threats, adopting zero-trust principles, and driving innovations in tools, frameworks, and compliance to protect critical infrastructure, making it a promising market for investors. As a result, cybersecurity stocks like Okta (OKTA), Fortinet (FTNT), and Check Point Software Technologies (CHKP) are hard to…

StockNews.com · Dec 9, 2024