Hackers release raft of stolen Shimano data online The Japanese components company suffered a ransomware attack earlier in November, now its data has been leaked Cycling Weekly · Nov 24, 2023
How to keep your work laptop safe and secure with a password manager Using a password manager can make ensuring your work laptop is safe and secure a piece of cake. Here’s how. Tom’s Guide · Nov 23, 2023
Cyber attacks from North Korea are increasing and more sophisticated, warns UK and South Korea Intelligence and security chiefs in London and Seoul issued a joint warning about the threat Evening Standard · Nov 23, 2023
Russian-made Ukraine-targeting malware has infested systems worldwide, spreading via USB stick Russian hackers made 'LitterDrifter' too simple and effective to gain intel from unintended targets Tom’s Hardware · Nov 22, 2023
Personal data stolen in British Library cyber-attack appears for sale online Ransomware group Rhysida claims responsibility for hack and has posted images from library’s HR files The Guardian - UK · Nov 22, 2023
Labor to reconsider mandatory data retention laws for companies in light of major hacks New cyber security strategy cites business concerns at having to store large amounts of data for excessive periods of time, increasing breach risk The Guardian - AU · Nov 22, 2023
'Things are going to get worse': cyber shield unveiled A cyber strategy focused on protecting small and medium businesses against an increasing number of attacks has been released by the federal government. AAP · Nov 22, 2023
Forgiveness or punishment? The government's proposed 'safe harbour' laws send mixed messages on cyber security Should companies experiencing cyber attacks be forgiven if they cooperate with the government to stop such attacks? That’s the idea the federal government is considering with its possible “safe harbour” laws. The Conversation · Nov 22, 2023
Hackers now spreading Mac malware via fake browser updates — don’t fall for this Mac users need to be on the lookout for fake browser updates as hackers are now using them to spread malware just like on PC. Tom’s Guide · Nov 22, 2023
Kansas officials blame 5-week disruption of court system on 'sophisticated foreign cyberattack' Officials say cybercriminals hacked into the Kansas court system, stole sensitive data and threatened to post it on the dark web in a ransomware attack that has hobbled access to records for more than five weeks The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
Netgear Nighthawk RS700S review The Netgear Nighthawk RS700S is easy to set up, offers good speeds and has plenty of configuration options available but this traditional-style Wi-Fi 7 router will set you back quite a bit. Tom’s Guide · Nov 21, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 636 Moscow has not used ‘premier’ cruise missiles in two months, allowing it to stockpile weapons, UK believes The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2023
New cyber policy to harden defences against our 'fastest growing threat' The Albanese government’s cyber security policy aims to make Australian citizens, businesses and government agencies harder targets as they face what minister Clare O'Neil describes as “the fastest growing threat that we face as a nation”. The Conversation · Nov 21, 2023
Cyber criminals demand £600,000 ransom for stolen British Library data The Rhysida group has demanded 20 Bitcoin (roughly £602,500) for the return of the stolen data The Independent UK · Nov 21, 2023
WEKU · Nov 21, 2023 Ukrainian hacktivists fight back against Russia as cyber conflict deepens Russia and Ukraine are fighting a war on multiple fronts, including in cyberspace. A secretive Ukrainian hacktivist group says it is carrying out cyber missions against Russia.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 21, 2023 Outsourcing group Capita to cut 900 jobs in cost-saving drive Company runs services for councils, the military and the NHS and manages BBC TV licence fee
The National (Scotland) · Nov 21, 2023 Police still investigating after Scottish council hit by cyber attack A Scottish council remains unable to access some of its data after a cyber attack locked workers out of operational and back-up servers.
USAFacts · Nov 20, 2023 How many cyber-attacks occur in the US? In 2022, the US faced 869 ransomware attacks targeting critical infrastructure, disrupting operations in sectors like healthcare and commercial services.
Evening Standard · Nov 20, 2023 British Library confirms ransomware cyber attack has crippled services An investigation has been launched with the support of the National Cyber Security Centre and Metropolitan Police
The Guardian - AU · Nov 20, 2023 Australia releases new online safety standards to tackle terror and child sexual abuse content The e-safety regulator says standards will not compromise end-to-end encryption in move that could prevent fight with Apple over iMessage
AAP · Nov 19, 2023 Aussies stick with old passwords despite new hacks Australian internet users are being urged to change their passwords and vary them across accounts as online crime rises.
The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2023 K-12 schools improve protection against online attacks, but many are vulnerable to ransomware gangs Some K-12 public schools are racing to improve protection against the threat of online attacks
The Hindu · Nov 19, 2023 Self-regulation provisions in draft broadcasting Bill draw diverse views Draft Broadcasting Services (Regulation) Bill, 2023 proposes self-regulation by broadcasters & broadcasting network operators. Legal experts have diverse views on the details. Shreya Suri (IndusLaw) welcomes self-regulation but questions personal details of Content Evaluation Committee (CEC) members. Virag Gupta (Supreme Court lawyer) questions OTT & satellite services' exemption from the…
The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023 Courier scam: Doctor, two techies cheated of lakhs B'lore-based doctor & 2 software engineers lost ₹63.2 lakh in courier scam. Fraudsters posed as courier execs & asked victims to download app. They then obtained bank details & transferred money. Police urge people to stay calm & not share personal details over phone. Special task forces set up to…
The Guardian - UK · Nov 18, 2023 ‘I employ a lot of hackers’: how a stock exchange chief deters cyber-attacks Six Group, which operates the Swiss and Spanish bourses, is a target for cyberwarfare and must be on guard, its boss says