VPN Operator Sanctions Signal Tougher Ransomware Enforcement
Sanctions are reaching the privacy infrastructure that helps ransomware crews hide, transact, and rebuild after disruption.
Tech Company Breaches
Data breaches at technology companies
Mac Malware Alert: Fake Apple Utilities Steal Credentials From Users
Attackers deploy malware posing as Apple system utilities to harvest credentials from Mac users, exploiting trust in familiar interface design.
Cybersecurity investigation clears software firm in disputed data breach claim
Software firms cleared in disputed breach investigations often face lasting reputation damage despite vindication, underscoring the investigation’s complexity.
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Platform Adds Tools for Vendor Monitoring and Intelligence
Major cybersecurity platforms are adding continuous vendor monitoring, detecting third-party incidents 60-80 percent faster than annual assessments, as acquisition activity accelerates.
Hackers distribute credential-stealing malware via fake software repositories
Attackers hide credential-stealing malware in fake and compromised open-source packages, targeting developers who trust package managers blindly.
Hackers distribute credential-stealing malware via fake software repositories
Developers face a hidden risk when installing software packages: counterfeit repositories containing credential-stealing malware designed to capture their most sensitive authentication data.
Fake Repositories Masquerade as Popular Software, Secretly Installing Malware on Developer Machines
Attackers deployed thousands of fake GitHub repositories disguised as popular software, tricking developers into installing malware.
Congressional Leaders Support Appeal Challenging New FCC Data Breach Notification Rules
Congressional backing for an appeal against FCC breach notification rules signals fundamental disagreements about regulatory authority and compliance feasibility.
What to Do If Your Grant Application Is Exposed
Your grant application contains valuable personal data—here’s what to do within 24 hours if it’s been breached.
Best Privacy Settings for Research Platforms
Most research platforms collect more about you than their privacy settings reveal, requiring researchers to actively disable tracking and restrict visibility to prevent data misuse.