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U.S. seized $8.2 million in crypto linked to 'Romance Baiting' scams
U.S. seized $8.2 million in crypto linked to 'Romance Baiting' scams
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized over $8.2 million worth of USDT (Tether) cryptocurrency that was stolen via 'romance baiting' scams.
www.bleepingcomputer.com
March 29, 2025 at 6:10 PM
U.S. seized $8.2 million in crypto linked to 'Romance Baiting' scams
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Congratulations FITSI, on Best Cybersecurity Certification for their Federal IT Security Professional (FITSP) Certification Program in the 2025 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards!
#CybersecurityExcellence #FITSP #ISSAIntl #CybersecurityCommunity #CybersecurityTraining
#CybersecurityExcellence #FITSP #ISSAIntl #CybersecurityCommunity #CybersecurityTraining
March 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Congratulations FITSI, on Best Cybersecurity Certification for their Federal IT Security Professional (FITSP) Certification Program in the 2025 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards!
#CybersecurityExcellence #FITSP #ISSAIntl #CybersecurityCommunity #CybersecurityTraining
#CybersecurityExcellence #FITSP #ISSAIntl #CybersecurityCommunity #CybersecurityTraining
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Have I Been Pwned adds 284M accounts stolen by infostealer malware
Have I Been Pwned adds 284M accounts stolen by infostealer malware
The Have I Been Pwned data breach notification service has added over 284 million accounts stolen by information stealer malware and found on a Telegram channel.
www.bleepingcomputer.com
February 25, 2025 at 10:52 PM
Have I Been Pwned adds 284M accounts stolen by infostealer malware
This is all users are seeing now.
January 19, 2025 at 3:43 PM
This is all users are seeing now.
LLMs like GPT-4, Llama, and Gemini were tested on tough historical questions. GPT-4 Turbo led, but only with 46% accuracy—just above guessing. While great for basic facts, they struggle with nuance and depth. AI has potential, but for now, human expertise in history is irreplaceable. Thoughts?
January 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM
LLMs like GPT-4, Llama, and Gemini were tested on tough historical questions. GPT-4 Turbo led, but only with 46% accuracy—just above guessing. While great for basic facts, they struggle with nuance and depth. AI has potential, but for now, human expertise in history is irreplaceable. Thoughts?
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FTC orders GM to stop collecting and selling driver’s data
FTC orders GM to stop collecting and selling driver’s data
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced action against General Motors (GM) and its subsidiary, OnStar, for unlawful collection and sale of drivers' precise geolocation and driving behavior data without first obtaining their consent.
www.bleepingcomputer.com
January 18, 2025 at 9:52 PM
FTC orders GM to stop collecting and selling driver’s data
I could not disagree with an article more. The issue isn’t that there is a shortage of people. There are thousands looking for work in cyber but are limited by unnecessary degree, certification OR experience requirements.
There are not enough entry level jobs and internships available.
There are not enough entry level jobs and internships available.
North America’s Cybersecurity Talent Shortage Reaches Critical Levels
North America’s Cybersecurity Talent Shortage Reaches Critical Levels - INCYBER NEWS
Four years after the end of the COVID-19 crisis, the cybersecurity sector in North America, including the United States and Canada, continues to struggle with a persistent talent shortage. Worse yet, the gap is growing month by month. What are the causes of this shortage? And what solutions might help close it? Two experts weigh in.
incyber.org
January 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM
I could not disagree with an article more. The issue isn’t that there is a shortage of people. There are thousands looking for work in cyber but are limited by unnecessary degree, certification OR experience requirements.
There are not enough entry level jobs and internships available.
There are not enough entry level jobs and internships available.
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North America’s Cybersecurity Talent Shortage Reaches Critical Levels
North America’s Cybersecurity Talent Shortage Reaches Critical Levels - INCYBER NEWS
Four years after the end of the COVID-19 crisis, the cybersecurity sector in North America, including the United States and Canada, continues to struggle with a persistent talent shortage. Worse yet, the gap is growing month by month. What are the causes of this shortage? And what solutions might help close it? Two experts weigh in.
incyber.org
January 9, 2025 at 6:51 AM
North America’s Cybersecurity Talent Shortage Reaches Critical Levels
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Database tables of student, teacher info stolen from PowerSchool in cyberattack
Student, teacher info stolen from PowerSchool in cyberattack
Class act: Biz only serves 60M people across America, no biggie
www.theregister.com
January 9, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Database tables of student, teacher info stolen from PowerSchool in cyberattack
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While we’re banning books…
Finland is teaching children in school how to recognize fake news and propaganda as part of critical thinking and civic responsibility. Some of this will seem very familiar.
Be. Like. Finland.
Finland is teaching children in school how to recognize fake news and propaganda as part of critical thinking and civic responsibility. Some of this will seem very familiar.
Be. Like. Finland.
January 4, 2025 at 6:01 PM
While we’re banning books…
Finland is teaching children in school how to recognize fake news and propaganda as part of critical thinking and civic responsibility. Some of this will seem very familiar.
Be. Like. Finland.
Finland is teaching children in school how to recognize fake news and propaganda as part of critical thinking and civic responsibility. Some of this will seem very familiar.
Be. Like. Finland.
Just spent 6 minutes watching @Youtube TV commercials before it would get to the main menu. Not only did they do a price hike but now they have 15 commercials before you can get to content, I’m ready to cancel this service.
January 4, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Just spent 6 minutes watching @Youtube TV commercials before it would get to the main menu. Not only did they do a price hike but now they have 15 commercials before you can get to content, I’m ready to cancel this service.
She was listening! Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a proposed class-action lawsuit that it violated users’ privacy by allowing its voice-activated Siri feature to record device owners' conversations and then share them with third parties, including company contractors and advertisers
Apple to pay $95 million to settle Siri privacy lawsuit
Apple to pay $95 million to settle Siri privacy lawsuit
The settlement agreement, filed Tuesday, stemmed from a July 2019 report in The Guardian which cited an anonymous whistleblower who reported that Apple had been recording and sharing conversations.
therecord.media
January 2, 2025 at 11:30 PM
She was listening! Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a proposed class-action lawsuit that it violated users’ privacy by allowing its voice-activated Siri feature to record device owners' conversations and then share them with third parties, including company contractors and advertisers
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Proposed updates to HIPAA Security Rule mandate to restore the loss of certain relevant electronic information systems and data within 72 hours
Proposed updates to HIPAA Security Rule mandate to restore the loss of certain relevant electronic information systems and data within 72 hours - Security Affairs
HHS OCR proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule to boost cybersecurity for electronic protected health information (ePHI).
securityaffairs.com
January 1, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Proposed updates to HIPAA Security Rule mandate to restore the loss of certain relevant electronic information systems and data within 72 hours
NEW: Data-loss prevention startup Cyberhaven said hackers took over its official Chrome extension, pushing a malicious version designed to steal passwords and session tokens.
techcrunch.com/2024/12/27/c...
techcrunch.com/2024/12/27/c...
December 29, 2024 at 7:31 AM
NEW: Data-loss prevention startup Cyberhaven said hackers took over its official Chrome extension, pushing a malicious version designed to steal passwords and session tokens.
techcrunch.com/2024/12/27/c...
techcrunch.com/2024/12/27/c...
Volkswagen’s automotive software company, Cariad, exposed data collected from around 800,000 electric cars. The info could be linked to drivers’ names and reveal precise vehicle locations.
Customer data from 800,000 electric cars and owners exposed online
Customer data from 800,000 electric cars and owners exposed online
Volkswagen's automotive software company, Cariad, exposed data collected from around 800,000 electric cars. The info could be linked to drivers' names and reveal precise vehicle locations.
www.bleepingcomputer.com
December 29, 2024 at 7:13 AM
Volkswagen’s automotive software company, Cariad, exposed data collected from around 800,000 electric cars. The info could be linked to drivers’ names and reveal precise vehicle locations.
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Crypto Hacking in 2024 – $2.2 Billion Stolen, North Korean Hackers Behind 61% of Attacks
Crypto Hacking in 2024 - $2.2 Billion Stolen, North Korean Hackers Behind 61% of Attacks
Crypto Hacking in 2024hacking incidents also surged, from 282 in 2023 to 303 in 2024 reached new heights, with $2.2 billion in stolen.
cybersecuritynews.com
December 26, 2024 at 7:42 PM
Crypto Hacking in 2024 – $2.2 Billion Stolen, North Korean Hackers Behind 61% of Attacks
If you haven’t seen it, take 10 min to watch the TEd talk “The Benefits of Not Being a Jerk”. It’s funny and maybe it will make your 2025 a little better. www.ted.com/talks/dan_ha...
Dan Harris: The benefits of not being a jerk to yourself
After more than two decades as an anchor for ABC News, an on-air panic attack sent Dan Harris's life in a new direction: he became a dedicated meditator and, to some, even a guru. But then an anonymou...
www.ted.com
December 27, 2024 at 5:27 AM
If you haven’t seen it, take 10 min to watch the TEd talk “The Benefits of Not Being a Jerk”. It’s funny and maybe it will make your 2025 a little better. www.ted.com/talks/dan_ha...
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Spyware Maker NSO Group Found Liable for Hacking WhatsApp
Spyware Maker NSO Group Found Liable for Hacking WhatsApp - Schneier on Security
A judge has found that NSO Group, maker of the Pegasus spyware, has violated the US Computer Fraud and Abuse Act by hacking WhatsApp in order to spy on people using it. Jon Penney and I wrote a legal paper on the case.
www.schneier.com
December 24, 2024 at 12:21 PM
Spyware Maker NSO Group Found Liable for Hacking WhatsApp
For the holidays I was gifted a heated beanie and jacket. Last year I got heated gloves and socks - I hate being cold. I’m not cold anymore.
December 22, 2024 at 2:25 AM
For the holidays I was gifted a heated beanie and jacket. Last year I got heated gloves and socks - I hate being cold. I’m not cold anymore.
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Authorities Arrested LockBit Ransomware Developer & Team Core Member
Authorities Arrested LockBit Ransomware Developer & Team Core Member
U.S. authorities have unveiled charges against Rostislav Panev, a dual Russian-Israeli national, for his alleged role as a key developer of the notorious LockBit ransomware group. Panev, 51, was arrested in Israel in August and is currently awaiting extradition to the United States.
cybersecuritynews.com
December 21, 2024 at 3:11 AM
Authorities Arrested LockBit Ransomware Developer & Team Core Member
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Russia bans cybersecurity company Recorded Future
Russia bans cybersecurity company Recorded Future
The company stands accused of collaborating with the Central Intelligence Agency, Ukraine and other countries.
cyberscoop.com
December 18, 2024 at 7:52 PM
Russia bans cybersecurity company Recorded Future
A researcher has revealed a technique to “jailbreak” digital license plates as a proof of concept that could be used to to evade tickets and tolls using bluetooth and smartphone app.
www.wired.com/story/digita...
www.wired.com/story/digita...
Hackers Can Jailbreak Digital License Plates to Make Others Pay Their Tolls and Tickets
Digital license plates sold by Reviver, already legal to buy in some states and drive with nationwide, can be hacked by their owners to evade traffic regulations or even law enforcement surveillance.
www.wired.com
December 18, 2024 at 3:48 AM
A researcher has revealed a technique to “jailbreak” digital license plates as a proof of concept that could be used to to evade tickets and tolls using bluetooth and smartphone app.
www.wired.com/story/digita...
www.wired.com/story/digita...
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IOCONTROL cyberweapon used to target infrastructure in the US and Isreael
IOCONTROL cyberweapon used to target infrastructure in the US and Isreael
Iran-linked threat actors target IoT and OT/SCADA systems in US and Israeli infrastructure with IOCONTROL malware.
securityaffairs.com
December 14, 2024 at 10:26 PM
IOCONTROL cyberweapon used to target infrastructure in the US and Isreael
In yet another software supply chain attack, it has come to light that two versions of a popular Python artificial intelligence (AI) library named ultralytics were compromised to deliver a cryptocurrency miner. After installing the library a drastic spike in CPU usage was observed.
Ultralytics AI Library Compromised: Cryptocurrency Miner Found in PyPI Versions
Ultralytics AI Library Compromised: Cryptocurrency Miner Found in PyPI Versions
thehackernews.com
December 7, 2024 at 5:02 PM
In yet another software supply chain attack, it has come to light that two versions of a popular Python artificial intelligence (AI) library named ultralytics were compromised to deliver a cryptocurrency miner. After installing the library a drastic spike in CPU usage was observed.
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FTC bans data brokers from selling Americans’ sensitive location data
FTC bans data brokers from selling Americans’ sensitive location data
Today, the FTC banned data brokers Mobilewalla and Gravy Analytics from harvesting and selling Americans' location tracking data linked to sensitive locations, like churches, healthcare facilities, military installations, and schools.
www.bleepingcomputer.com
December 3, 2024 at 4:29 PM
FTC bans data brokers from selling Americans’ sensitive location data