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Ad-blocker Chrome extension AllBlock injected ads in Google searches
AllBlock was available on Google Chrome's Web Store where it is marketed as a potent Ad Blocker focusing on Facebook and YouTube to prevent pop-ups.
October 17, 2021
CISA – Ransomware targeted SCADA systems of 3 US water facilities
US has warned of more ransomware attacks on IT and OT networks of country's Water and Wastewater Systems (WWS) Sector facilities.
October 15, 2021
Staggering growth of cybercrime and how data science helps improve online security
If you were to compare the money generated by cybercrime with the GDP of world nations, it would come third behind the economic powerhouses of America and China.
October 15, 2021
OpenSea vulnerability allowed crypto stealing with malicious NFTs
Researchers investigated the issue in OpenSea after an increase in complaints about receiving and opening free airdropped NFTs to steal user funds.
October 14, 2021
DDoS booter customers received warning letters by Dutch police
Apparently, those who continued using DDoS services after receiving the warning would be prosecuted for a cyber offense.
October 13, 2021
Iran-linked hackers hit Israeli, US and EU defense tech firm
Microsoft has warned that hackers linked to Iran are mainly targeting Office 365 clients in defense technology firms.
October 12, 2021
The Fight against Financial Cyber Crime
The financial services industry is a lucrative target and is disproportionately affected by the rise of cyber crime. Let's discuss its prevention measures.
October 11, 2021
Couple sold nuclear warship data hidden in peanut butter sandwich
The couple used a bubble gum package and peanut butter sandwich to hide SD card with sensitive data and sell it to undercover FBI agents.
October 11, 2021
White House Dark Web Marketplace Shuts Down its Operations
The White House Dark Web Marketplace says “We are retiring!” meaning the marketplace is shutting down after years of a successful run.
October 5, 2021
Ransomware gang behind attacks on 100+ companies busted
Law enforcement authorities managed to seize millions in cryptocurrency and luxury vehicles owned by the ransomware gang.
October 5, 2021