CyberSecurity News

Chinese state-sponsored hackers, attributed to groups Daggerfly and Crimson Palace, infiltrated a major U.S. company's network for at least four months in 2024, likely stealing sensitive email data.

Notorious ransomware group Brain Cipher claims to have breached Deloitte UK, allegedly exfiltrating over 1 terabyte of sensitive compressed data. Emerging in June 2024, the group has quickly gained infamy for high-profile attacks, including a disruptive strike on Indonesia's National Data Center.

SpyLoan apps have surged by 75% globally between Q2 and Q3 of 2024, targeting unsuspecting users with fake loan offers. Researchers identified 15 malicious apps on Google Play, downloaded over 8 million times, exploiting users through excessive permissions and sensitive data harvesting.

Despite advancements in cybersecurity tools, human vulnerability remains a significant weak point, with phishing being one of the most dangerous forms of social engineering.

T-Mobile confirmed it was targeted by hackers, likely the China-linked group Salt Typhoon, but emphasized that the attack was blocked.

To successfully launch your startup, focus on building a solid foundation that includes strong branding, a functional website, cybersecurity, and smart budget allocation. Your brand is the cornerstone of your business, so ensure it reflects your values and resonates with your target audience through thoughtful choices in colors, fonts, and messaging.

A significant data breach has exposed over 644,000 sensitive records, totaling 713 GB of personal information from SL Data Services, LLC, operating as Propertyrec.

Ethereum’s Layer 2 solutions are projected to reach a $1 trillion market capitalization by 2030, driven by their ability to address Ethereum’s scalability challenges.

A new analysis estimates that over half of longer English-language posts on LinkedIn are AI-generated, showcasing the platform's successful integration of AI tools.

Smart contract security is critical in DeFi, where exploits have caused significant financial losses. Immunefi's latest report reveals $1.4 billion lost to hacks and rugpulls in 2024, with Web2 hackers increasingly targeting smart contract vulnerabilities.

The U.S. Department of Justice has seized the PopeyeTools marketplace, which facilitated the trade of stolen financial data, including credit card and bank account information.

With the rise of e-commerce and digital payments, payment fraud has become increasingly sophisticated, costing businesses billions annually.