Hackers just launched the largest HTTPS DDoS attack in history
The largest HTTPS distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack in history materialized last week, Cloudflare, which specializes in DDoS mitigation, confirmed.
Hackers can now take over your computer through Microsoft Word
A new vulnerability in Microsoft Office could potentially allow an attacker to take control of your computer even if you didn't open any files.
Notorious ransomware gang Conti shuts down, but not for good
The well-known ransomware gang, Conti, has officially decided to shut down. However, the key members of the group aren't done with cybercrime.
Websites may be logging your email and password without you knowing
A new study reveals that up to 3% of the world's top websites collect your inputs before you ever submit them. This includes emails and passwords.
Ransomware gangs are evolving in new and dangerous ways
While digital technology is growing at a rapid pace, ransomware gangs and their methods continue to develop at an aggressive rate as well.
Microsoft reveals new secret weapon against cybercrime
Microsoft has announced a new cyber security-based initiative that will allow companies to tap into the tech giant’s in-house security services and personnel.
This researcher just beat ransomware gangs at their own game
A security researcher has discovered key flaws pertaining to popular ransomware and malware, which could lead to groups rethinking their entire approach.
Researchers find new vulnerability with Apple Silicon chips
Researchers discovered a new vulnerability that could leak data to an attacker. Fortunately, it's pretty benign for now.
Cloudflare just stopped one of the largest DDoS attacks ever
Cloudflare managed to mitigate a massive 15.3 million request-per-second DDoS attack. It was one of the largest such attacks ever recorded.
Homeland Security bug bounty reveals huge number of flaws
Participants of Homeland Security's first-ever bug bounty program, named Hack DHS, confirmed that they found a worrying amount of security bugs.
Destructive hacking group REvil could be back from the dead
Ransomware gang REvil was unceremoniously shut down in 2021, but the group’s website is back up and running, suggesting the hackers could be back in action.
Chinese hackers use VLC media player to launch cyberattacks
According to a recent report, a famous Chinese hacker group was able to combine VLC Media Player with a dangerous exploit, deploying malware to users.
The dark web’s biggest marketplace just got taken down
The dark web just got a little less darker: The biggest dark web marketplace in the world, Hydra, has been taken offline.
Victims of latest massive LAPSUS$ hack include Facebook, DHL
Hacking group LAPSUS$ has revealed its latest target: Globant, an IT and software development company whose clientele include the likes of tech giant Facebook.
Not even your PC’s power supply is safe from hackers
Hackers have managed to find a way to successfully gain access to uninterruptable power supply (UPS) computer systems, according to a report from CISA.
Microsoft has a warning about working in the metaverse
In a blog post, Microsoft talks about the risk of working in the metaverse and the steps that can be taken to secure it
What is email spoofing?
Attempts at online theft often start with a phishing scheme -- and phishing attempts often rely on email spoofing. Here's how spoofing works and how to spot it.
Google makes important Workspace change to prevent phishing
Google changes the way email notifications work when you collaborate in Workspace apps to prevent phishing attacks.
Hackers stole top-secret GPU details — then Nvidia hit back
After a cyberattack that took Nvidia’s systems offline, the hacking group behind the breach has revealed it has acquired over 1TB of data from the tech giant.
Unprecedented cyberattack takes Nvidia offline for two days
The culprit behind a recent cyberattack on U.S. chip-maker Nvidia is still at large. The breach took Nvidia's systems offline for two days.
This MacOS Trojan stealthily lifts your data, says Microsoft
Microsoft has exposed a Mac trojan known as UpdateAgent that can stealthily lift your data.
Researchers say your GPU could expose private info online
As if online privacy was not difficult enough to achieve, a team of researchers has now found that users can be tracked just by analyzing their graphics cards.
Microsoft stopped the largest DDoS attack ever reported
Microsoft mitigated a DDoS attack on an Azure server in Asia with a throughput of 3.47 Tbps, making it one of the largest attacks in history.
Apple paid a student $100,000 for successfully hacking a Mac
Apple has just paid over $100,000 to a curious student who attempted to hack the camera on a Mac -- and succeeded. He shared the process in a blog post.
Cloudflare reports a massive 175% increase in DDoS attacks
Cloudflare has just released a report detailing DDoS attacks from the last quarter of 2021. The last half of the year saw a massive increase in ransom attacks.
The best free VPN for 2022
Getting the protection of a VPN doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. There are many free options that will keep your data safe while helping your budget.
Update your Mac now to fix vulnerability that gives full access to spying apps
Microsoft is warning of a new Mac vulnerability that could allow attackers to secretly hijack apps and spy on you.
Now’s your chance to get McAfee Total Protection for up to $100 off
Get up to $100 off McAfee's Total Protection suite. Antivirus protects your devices, a VPN secures your privacy, and identity protection covers the rest.
Norton has a crypto miner for PCs that can’t be easily uninstalled
Norton recently launched its new Crypto feature, allowing users to mine Ethereum while their PC is idle, but it’s already drawing ire from regular users.
Are you using one of these passwords? If so, it’s time for a change
NordPass has revealed the most common passwords used in 2021, confirming that “123456” remains the most popular password for the second year in a row.
The smart home hacking scene in Scream is possible, but you’re probably OK
Smart home hacking is possible but very, very unlikely. There are some steps you can take to stay safe.
Hackers just stole personal data from millions of Acer customers
Acer has suffered from a second disastrous data breach in 2021. A group of hackers breached Acer's servers and stole over 60 gigabytes of user data.
Update your AMD Ryzen drivers now to avoid password leaks
A report from a cybersecurity firm exposed a critical security flaw in all AMD Ryzen chipsets. Here's how to protect yourself.
GPUs could become Trojan horses for future cyberattacks
Malicious code was allegedly shown to have the ability to run on a GPU's VRAM in the latest proof-of-concept hack sold on the black market to hackers.