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Emerging cyber threats from Genetic Data
In today’s digital age, cyberattacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with hackers targeting not only financial information or personal identities but also more intimate and sensitive data—genetic data. While we have long been aware of the risks to personal information like passwords, social security numbers, and financial records, few have considered the growing value and vulnerability […]
The Critical Role of Backup and Encryption in Ransomware Defenses
In today’s increasingly digital world, ransomware attacks have become one of the most pervasive threats to businesses and individuals alike. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that locks a victim’s files or entire system, demanding a ransom to restore access. With the rising frequency and sophistication of these attacks, it is crucial to adopt […]
Trump Administration Faces Data Breach Controversy Amid Signal Group Chat Scandal
Over the past few days, the Trump Administration has been embroiled in controversy surrounding a Signal group chat leak. This issue arose when a journalist was inadvertently included in a private messaging conversation regarding a U.S. military strike in Yemen. The White House, however, has downplayed the incident, asserting that it does not pose a […]
Benefits on sharing cyber attack information
Sharing information about cyber attacks provides several benefits to individuals, organizations, and the broader cybersecurity community. Here are some key advantages: 1. Early Threat Detection: Information sharing enables early detection of cyber threats. When organizations share details about the attacks they’ve experienced, others can learn and proactively defend against similar tactics, techniques, and procedures. 2. […]
Avoid storing this data on mobile to curb privacy and security concerns
To mitigate privacy and security concerns, it’s advisable to refrain from storing certain types of data on your mobile devices. While smartphones are indispensable for staying connected and managing various aspects of our lives, safeguarding personal information should be a top priority. Here are some steps to help protect your privacy and security: a.) Password […]
How is information stored in cloud secure from hacks
The rise of cloud computing has provided individuals and businesses with a convenient way to store and access their data. However, with this convenience comes a concern about data security. Cloud storage services have become a target for hackers, and the theft of personal and sensitive information can have serious consequences. So, how is information […]
People disclose more personal info when question is repeated
According to research and understanding carried out by UEA’s School of Psychology, people tend to reveal more personal details when they are targeted with the same question twice. This means that when a person is asked the same question repeatedly, they tend to over-disclose information, leading to identity theft and cybercrimes. Personal data can be […]
How to gain data access to accounts of our dead near and dear
It’s obvious that all of us would love to have access to the social media accounts of our loved ones in the event of their death. As this allows to know the life of the bereaved and how they spent or what they desired before misfortune struck them. However, many do not know on whom […]
Data Security Threat to UK Government Ministers and Civil Servants
All the ministers and government employees working in the UK were issued a warning when their official contact details were publicly available online until March 2020. The Government Communication Service website was publicly displaying information of about 45k Govt employees and details include email address, phone numbers and job titles, along with the social media […]
Google SMS and phone app, sending user data to remote servers
To all the millions of android users, here’s some news that needs your attention on an immediate note. According to a research conducted by Douglas Leith, a Computer Science Professor working at Trinity College of Dublin, Google Phone and Messages app have been sending data to Google servers without the consent of its users. “The […]
