The Verge

AUGUST 15, 2021

Motherboard reported that it was in contact with the seller of the data, who said they had taken data from T-Mobile’s servers that included Social Security numbers, names, addresses, and driver license information related to more than 100 million people.

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The Verge

DECEMBER 28, 2021

This time around, attackers accessed “a small number of” customers’ accounts, according to documents posted by The T-Mo Report. According to the report, customers either fell victim to a SIM swapping attack (which could allow someone to bypass SMS-powered two-factor authentication), had personal plan information exposed, or both.

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CIO Business Intelligence

DECEMBER 19, 2023

When making decisions about network access, businesses need to be aware of and assess the security implications associated with network technology to help keep their digital assets protected. Cyber hygiene best practices include device security , cyber security education , and secure networking strategies.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 3, 2023

And one of the most successful and increasingly prevalent ways of attack has come from social engineering, which is when criminals manipulate humans directly to gain access to confidential information. Social engineering is more sophisticated than ever, and its most advanced iteration is the topic of today's discussion: deepfakes.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 28, 2022

LinkedIn has announced a new set of security features that will help verify user identity, remove fraudulent accounts, and boost authenticity, according to an official blog post from the company. These warnings will also give you the choice to report the content without letting the sender know.".

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 2, 2024

However, mounting evidence from cybersecurity researchers pointed to the data being authentic AT&T customer records. The compromised data includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and for many, highly sensitive information like Social Security numbers and dates of birth. "AT&T million former account holders."

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Vox

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Friso Gentsch/picture alliance via Getty Images You used to pay for social media with your eyeballs. If you’re not paying for the product, you are the product” has long been a common refrain about the business of social media. But now, this free model of social media — subsidized by advertising — is under pressure.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 29, 2023

Kroll, a leading provider of risk management and financial consulting services, finds itself in the midst of dealing with the consequences of a recent and alarming security breach. Following the breach, reports emerged of phishing attempts targeting individuals associated with the affected crypto companies.

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TechEmpower - Information Technology

JULY 24, 2023

Ads, Viral/Social, SEO)? Registration Do you plan to support Google Sign-In, Facebook Connect, or similar 3rd-party authentication? Social Integration/Viral Outreach Is your application tied into any social networks? Social Interaction Do users/members relate to one another? What about reporting and moderation?

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CIO Business Intelligence

MAY 5, 2022

However, cybercriminals commonly take the path of least resistance, and organizations’ reliance on password-based authentication provides numerous avenues of attack. Passwords are known to be a weak form of authentication, and the widespread use of weak and reused passwords puts companies and their customers at risk.

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CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In fact, CIO has reported that it takes only a few minutes for experienced hackers to set up a social engineering attack against enterprises (and their managed service providers) that consider themselves to be secure and protected. This helps in early identification of attacks and increasing overall security hygiene.

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Dataconomy

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The Idaho National Laboratory (INL), a top-notch nuclear research hub with a knack for safeguarding national security secrets, found itself in a cyberstorm. nuclear research facility recognized for its contributions to national security initiatives. The exposure of sensitive employee data posed potential risks to national security.

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ForAllSecure

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

API security and testing are critical parts of any company's IT and development strategy. By securing your APIs, you can protect your data and ensure that only authorized users have access to your systems. Before we get into API Security, let's quickly level set and review what an API is. What is API Security?

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 6, 2023

In our most recent Remote Sessions webcast, Roger Grimes, computer security expert and Data-Driven Defense Evangelist for KnowBe4, gave a deep dive on phishing and how to properly mitigate and prevent phishing attacks. The pillars mentioned are policies, technical controls, and security awareness training.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A finance clerk working at a Hong Kong branch of a large multinational corporation recently fell victim to an elaborate scam utilizing deepfake technology to impersonate senior executives and swindle more than $25 million, according to reports. In the past, fraud often relied on simplicity and social engineering to trick victims.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 16, 2021

If someone is in your organization's Slack channel, then they are authenticated and the environment is secure. The group was able to steal the data after socially engineering an EA employee to provide login credentials over a Slack channel. RELATED: Famous Twitter Accounts Hacked: Insider Threat or Social Engineering Attack? ].

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Dataconomy

JANUARY 23, 2024

Delving into the realm of digital security, this article unravels the layers of Snapchat’s encryption practices. Yes, Snapchat incorporates encryption as a fundamental component of its security infrastructure, employing a mechanism known as end-to-end encryption. However, is it secure in general? Is Snapchat encrypted?

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 29, 2024

This breach ranks among the largest ever reported for a healthcare provider or health plan in the U.S. If there is a silver lining, it is likely the data exposed to advertisers such as Microsoft and Google does not include usernames, passwords, Social Security numbers (SSNs), financial account information, or credit card numbers.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 16, 2021

If someone is in your organization's Slack channel, then they are authenticated and the environment is secure. The group was able to steal the data after socially engineering an EA employee to provide login credentials over a Slack channel. RELATED: Famous Twitter Accounts Hacked: Insider Threat or Social Engineering Attack? ].

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SecureWorld News

MAY 7, 2023

What are the data security risks in recruitment? They're typically carried out via email, messaging apps, and social media, and are masked as sent from trustworthy sources like banks and governmental organizations. Conduct regular security audits Regular security checks ensure that your organization's security posture is up to date.

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Dataconomy

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The Bank of America data breach potentially exposed a wide range of highly sensitive customer information, including: Full names Social security numbers Addresses Dates of birth Financial account details (including account and credit card numbers) This extensive data leak makes affected customers acutely vulnerable.

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Vox

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Compared to older generations, younger generations have reported higher rates of victimization in phishing, identity theft, romance scams, and cyberbullying. Compared to boomers, Gen Z was also twice as likely to have a social media account hacked (17 percent and 8 percent). Older Americans also date, shop, bank, and socialize online.

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Galido

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Information Technology Blog - - The Small Business Guide to Information Security - Information Technology Blog. Information security is a major issue in the business world, and security breaches cost businesses millions of dollars per year. 70% reported that these attacks were becoming more frequent. “

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Cloud Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2014

Johnson Cyber security is rapidly becoming a significant issue in the C-suite as well as the population at large. The results of Dell’s Global Technology Adoption Index(GTAI) [1] show that security is a top concern for most of the 2000 global small and medium businesses surveyed. by Sandra K. For example, recent breaches include 3.65

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Dataconomy

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Welltok, a prominent Healthcare SaaS provider, has reported a security incident involving a Welltok data breach that compromised the personal information of approximately 8.5 The prominent Healthcare SaaS provider reported the Welltok data breach affecting approximately 8.5 million patients in the United States. million U.S.

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Dataconomy

APRIL 17, 2024

LinkedIn is now well-positioned to capitalize on current shifts occurring across other social networks and search engines, where advertising rules and misinformation are prevalent. By aiming to establish a more secure environment, LinkedIn is setting itself up as a reliable social home for professionals and advanced consumers.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2023

Web applications have become an integral part of our daily lives, facilitating everything from online banking to social networking. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), U.S. In response to this growing threat, the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2023

It was an old-school use of mirrored websites and social engineering to get USPS employees to enter their information into a fraudulent website. Randy Watkins, CTO at Critical Start, said: "This attack is an unfortunate example of exploitation of lacking foundational security controls. This was a not an incredibly technical attack.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 6, 2023

Real-life example of scammers using deepfake According to a Reuters report, a con artist in northern China employed highly advanced "deep fake" technology to deceive someone into transferring money to his account. The report states that the police in Baotou City revealed the fraudster's modus operandi.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2022

New research from security firm CloudSEK shows that more than 3,200 mobile applications were leaking Twitter API (Application Program Interface) keys, which can be used to gain access and take over user accounts. CloudSEK asks in its report, "What all can go wrong with just a bunch of API keys and tokens?" Their response: everything.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 28, 2023

The emails in the campaign purported to be from Microsoft, and they claimed that the recipient needed to update their account security settings or activate two-factor authentication (2FA)/multi-factor authentication (MFA) within 72 hours. Report it as a phish, delete, or ignore. Report it as a phish, delete, or ignore.

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Vox

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

And it may have all started with a phone call, if reports citing the hackers themselves are to be believed. For the next several days, reports said everything from hotel room digital keys to slot machines weren’t working. ALPHV/BlackCat is denying parts of these reports, especially the slot machine hacking attempt.

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Dataconomy

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Millions of TikTok users faced a bizarre request from the popular social media app today. Confusion reigns supreme among countless users, as TikTok inexplicably asks for this security detail upon opening the app. The recurring question echoes across forums and social media: “Why is TikTok asking for my passcode?”

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Vox

JUNE 29, 2022

She blocked her friend’s account, changed her password, and enabled two-factor authentication. “I The Instagram messages came from what appeared to be a friend, and Giordano’s other friends have asked for her help with (real) social media-based contests in the past, so of course she didn’t think much of it. She shouldn’t have.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2021

Earlier this year, Robinhood sent out a message to its users, warning of some phishing emails claiming to be a "Security Alert" with links to fake Robinhood websites. Phishing attempts come via email where scammers use different social engineering tactics to pose as a reputable sender like the IRS, your bank or brokerage firm.

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Kitaboo

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Protecting your digital content helps you prevent piracy, combat unauthorized access to content, manage distribution rights, and securely share valuable content with users across the globe. It’s a powerful tool for authors, publishers, and content creators across different industries, ensuring your investments are secure in 2024.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Cook shared: "Throughout its history, Cybersecurity Awareness Month has been about raising awareness about digital security and empowering everyone to protect their personal data from cybercrime. Communities and schools play a significant role in fostering a culture of security.

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