Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has issued a warning about fraudulent ChatGPT accounts on its platform. The company has discovered that malware creators are taking advantage of the public’s interest in ChatGPT and using this to entice users into downloading harmful applications and browser extensions. Meta has likened the phenomenon to cryptocurrency scams, as both […]
Cloud computing revolutionized the technology industry by allowing companies to create apps, lease and access software, and rent computing power with just an internet connection. Amazon Web Services (AWS) was among the pioneers of cloud infrastructure services, launching in 2006 and leading the way for other technology giants to offer similar services. However, recent reports […]
Executives from Amazon, Microsoft, and Google reported that clients are seeking to cut costs despite the growing cloud-computing market. As a result, revenue growth in their cloud divisions has slowed down. The deceleration began in 2022 when fears of a recession hit the economy. In April 2023, Amazon Web Services (AWS) revenue growth slumped by […]
Law enforcement agencies have arrested 288 dark web vendors and buyers worldwide and seized €50.8 million ($55.9M) in cash and cryptocurrency as part of an international operation called ‘SpecTor’. The operation targeted vendors who sold drugs and firearms to users of darknet marketplaces, primarily on a site called ‘Monopoly Market’ that was launched in 2019 […]
1Password clarifies recent password change notifications were caused by a brief service disruption and not a security breach, according to a statement by CTO Pedro Canahuati. On April 27th, an erroneous message was displayed by 1Password’s client applications stating that customers’ Secret Key or password had been recently changed, which caused concern among users. Canahuati […]
Facebook found a new malware called NodeStealer on Meta that steals browser cookies to hijack accounts on Facebook, Gmail, and Outlook. NodeStealer is written in JavaScript and uses Node.js, making it run on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It is disguised as a PDF or Excel document, and the malware’s goal is to steal account credentials […]
Samsung has banned the use of AI tools like ChatGPT by its employees to prevent sensitive data leaks. The company recently faced a data breach when its employees leaked sensitive information to ChatGPT. To prevent such incidents in the future, Samsung has issued a memo to its staff, asking them not to transmit any company-related […]
A McAfee report has identified 38 Android apps that engage in malicious activities on users’ devices. The apps claim to provide Minecraft-like gaming experiences but are free alternatives to the paid mobile version. The cybersecurity firm found that the apps generate unjustified revenue for the game developers by delivering dubious advertisements in the background of […]
Apple and Google are teaming up to combat unwanted tracking through devices such as AirTags and other Bluetooth trackers. The companies have announced a new industry-standard protocol to help prevent unauthorized monitoring, with the specification allowing Bluetooth location-tracking devices to be compatible with detection and alerts across iOS and Android platforms. The initiative builds on […]
Organizational leadership must be knowledgeable about risk management to prevent cybersecurity breaches and safeguard confidential data, which can damage a brand’s reputation. The recent Silicon Valley Bank crisis highlights the importance of reporting security and privacy posture more transparently and frequently, measuring the business impact of risks, and prioritizing security and privacy projects. Consistent communication […]