The Latest Breaking News on Cybersecurity

Stark WhatsApp warning urges users to change one setting amid tricky scam

From 'hi mum' to a 'friend' requesting a six-digit code there are some scams currently circulating that you should be aware of.

Daily Record · Apr 27, 2023

He 'Proved Mike Wrong.' Now he's claiming his $5 million

A software engineer proves MyPillow CEO wrong and debunks a false election conspiracy. Then what happens?

WEKU · Apr 27, 2023

China widens ‘already breathtaking’ scope to arrest foreigners for espionage

Authorities can swoop over anything they deem relevant to national security in toughening of law already used against expatriates or their Chinese contacts

The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2023

Banks tell users: Put on your best face

Banks have notified customers to be ready to authenticate their identities by scanning their faces on their mobile devices when conducting three types of mobile financial transactions, as part of the Bank of Thailand's strategy to prevent financial fraud.

Bangkok Post · Apr 26, 2023

US cyberwarriors thwarted 2020 Iran election hacking attempt

Iranian hackers broke into to a system used by a U.S. municipal government to publish election results in 2020 but were discovered by cyber soldiers operating abroad and kicked out before an attack could be launched, according to U.S. military and cybersecurity officials

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2023

SSD Uses AI to Protect Your Data From Ransomware Attacks

Cigent Technology, Inc. has announced the Cigent Secure SSD+ with ransomware prevention capabilities.

Tom’s Hardware · Apr 25, 2023

Warning to Android and iPhone users over text scam that steals thousands from victims

All phone users should remain vigilant as a seemingly innocent message from a loved one could actually be from cyber criminals.

Daily Record · Apr 25, 2023

Duke of Sussex describes ‘very difficult relationship’ with tabloid press

Harry has made a number of serious allegations against News Group Newspapers (NGN) in his witness statement as part of his case against the publisher.

The Independent UK · Apr 25, 2023

The U.S. thwarted attempts to breach election sites in a joint operation, officials say

The successful operations were part of a little-known partnership between Cyber Command and CISA.

Axios · Apr 25, 2023

Hackers are using a fake PDF viewer to infect Macs with malware — how to stay safe

State-sponsored hackers are targeting vulnerable Macs in their cyberattacks with a new malware strain called RustBucket.

Tom’s Guide · Apr 25, 2023