A recent wave of headlines surrounding a so-called 16 Billion Password Leak has drawn criticism from cybersecurity experts, who say the claims lack credibility and distract from real threats. The story, which gained traction across media outlets, suggested a massive breach exposing billions of credentials. However, analysts told CyberScoop the evidence simply doesn’t add up. […]
A new privacy-focused web browser has entered the market, aiming to disrupt the growing ecosystem of online surveillance. Called Psylo, the browser introduces a unique approach to privacy by isolating each browser tab into its own virtual container. Psylo Browser targets trackers naturally by preventing data from being shared between tabs, making it harder for […]
The federal government’s SAVE database, long a source of confusion for state officials, is now at the center of a renewed political clash. Trump expands voter checks by directing states to use the immigration verification system to confirm voter citizenship, a move that has reignited concerns over voter suppression. Critics argue the expansion could block […]
A cyberattack has compromised the personal data of 743,000 patients at McLaren Health Care, marking another major breach in the healthcare sector. The McLaren Health hack hits the Detroit-based hospital and physician network’s cancer clinic, exposing sensitive information and raising fresh concerns about cybersecurity in medical institutions. Cybercriminals targeted the Detroit cancer facility in what […]
The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security has confirmed that a Chinese state-sponsored group known as Salt Typhoon carried out a cyberattack against a Canadian telecommunications company in February. The hacking operation exploited a vulnerability in Cisco networking equipment, allowing the attackers unauthorized access to internal systems. The FBI has corroborated the findings, adding that the […]
A hacker group tied to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has taken responsibility for a cyberattack that disrupted digital services in Tirana, Albania’s capital. The attack targeted the city’s municipal website, marking the latest Iran-linked hack disruption in a growing pattern of hostile cyber activity against Albanian infrastructure. Authorities have not disclosed the full extent […]
AT&T won court approval for a $117 million settlement tied to multiple data breaches that exposed customer information last year. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Judge Ada Brown, allows the telecom giant to resolve a series of lawsuits brought by affected users. AT&T wins court nod as it seeks to close the chapter on […]
A ransomware group known as Anubis has allegedly breached Disneyland Paris, claiming to have stolen 64 gigabytes of sensitive data. The attack was reported by Hackread, which cited Anubis’s declaration that the breach represents “the largest data leak” in the amusement park’s history. The incident has drawn attention across cybersecurity circles as Disneyland Paris hit […]
A ransomware attack forced Tonga’s National Health Information System offline and disrupted the Ministry of Health’s official website on June 15, according to The Record, a cybersecurity news outlet operated by Recorded Future. The cyber incident marked a significant blow to the nation’s healthcare infrastructure, with the Tonga Health Ministry hit by digital intruders targeting […]
Qilin ransomware-as-a-service operators have introduced a new feature called “Call lawyer” to boost pressure on victims as part of their data extortion campaigns. The move comes amid rising enforcement actions against several high-profile ransomware groups, including ALPHV/BlackCat, LockBit, Everest, RansomHub, and BlackLock. By offering legal-themed communication tools, Qilin Ransomware Adds Legal pressure tactics that may […]
Israeli authorities have warned that Iranian operatives are targeting local surveillance systems to help guide missile strikes, echoing tactics observed in the war in Ukraine. Officials urged security camera owners to take precautions as Iran hacks Israeli cameras, potentially turning civilian technology into tools for military intelligence. The warning highlights growing concerns over the misuse […]
Nucor, the largest steel producer and recycler in North America, confirmed that hackers breached its systems and stole data in a recent cyberattack. The company disclosed the incident after conducting an internal investigation that revealed unauthorized access to its network. Nucor says hackers stole sensitive information, though it has not yet specified the nature or […]