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Solar Infrastructure Hacking Risks

Summary Cybersecurity vulnerabilities in solar power inverters, cloud platforms, and monitoring systems expose the energy grid to manipulation, disruption, and data breaches. Hackers could exploit these weaknesses to cause blackouts, steal sensitive information, and hijack […]

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Weaver Ant Hack: Telco Breach Exposes Espionage

Summary Chinese state-sponsored hackers, Weaver Ant, infiltrated an Asian telecom for four years, highlighting the growing cyber espionage threat to critical infrastructure. Their sophisticated tactics included using compromised routers and advanced web shells for persistence […]

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Oracle Health Breach Exposes Patient Data

Summary A data breach at Oracle Health compromised patient information at multiple US hospitals. The breach involved legacy servers and exposed sensitive patient data, including electronic health records. The incident highlights the ongoing cybersecurity challenges […]

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23andMe Bankruptcy: Data Concerns

Summary California AG Bonta urges 23andMe customers to delete their genetic data following the company’s bankruptcy filing. This action highlights the importance of data privacy, especially concerning sensitive genetic information. The bankruptcy raises questions about […]

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2024: Identity Attacks

Summary 2024 saw a surge in identity-based attacks, impacting millions and costing billions. Cybercriminals exploited vulnerabilities in MFA, used stolen credentials, and employed AI-driven social engineering tactics. These attacks underscore the critical need for robust […]

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Agentic AI: The New Ransomware Threat

Summary Gartner predicts AI agents will accelerate account takeovers by 50% within two years, prompting a need for enhanced security measures. This rise in AI-driven attacks necessitates a shift toward passwordless authentication and improved employee […]

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India’s Fake License Fiasco

Summary This article delves into the flaws within the Indian government system that have facilitated the creation of counterfeit driving licenses. It examines the scale of the problem, the potential consequences, and the measures being […]

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Cloud Ransomware: Abusing Trust

Summary Ransomware attacks are evolving, increasingly targeting cloud collaboration platforms. Attackers exploit inherent trust in these platforms to bypass security measures and compromise sensitive data. Protecting your organization requires a multi-layered approach, including user education, […]

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Ransomware Surge Peaks

Summary November 2024 witnessed a record-breaking surge in ransomware attacks, impacting various sectors and highlighting the evolving tactics of cybercriminals. The rise of new ransomware groups, coupled with the exploitation of known vulnerabilities, contributed to […]

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Password Managers: Safe or Risky?

Summary Password managers offer a convenient way to generate and store strong, unique passwords, enhancing online security. However, they also present potential risks, such as the vulnerability of the master password and the potential impact […]