Using Google Search to Find Software Can Be Risky

Credit to Author: BrianKrebs| Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:38:43 +0000
Google continues to struggle with cybercriminals running malicious ads on its search platform to trick people into downloading booby-trapped copies of popular free software applications. The malicious ads, which appear above organic search results and often precede links to legitimate sources of the same software, can make searching for software on Google a dicey affair.
Read moreAI likely to boost ransomware, warns government body
The NCSC issued a report that warns about the growth and impact of malware, especially ransomware, due to the availability of AI.
Read moreHow a Group of Israel-Linked Hackers Has Pushed the Limits of Cyberwar

Credit to Author: Andy Greenberg| Date: Thu, 25 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000
From repeatedly crippling thousands of gas stations to setting a steel mill on fire, Predatory Sparrow’s offensive hacking has now targeted Iranians with some of history’s most aggressive cyberattacks.
Read moreRing Will Stop Giving Cops a Free Pass on Warrantless Video Requests

Credit to Author: Andrew Couts| Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2024 23:41:00 +0000
The Amazon-owned home surveillance company says it is shuttering a feature in its Neighbors app that allows police to request footage from users. But it’s not shutting out the cops entirely.
Read morePatch now! Fortra GoAnywhere MFT vulnerability exploit available
A new vulnerability in Fortra GoAnywhere MFT now has exploit code available that allows an attacker to create a new admin user.
Read moreHow to lock out your ex-partner from your smart home
Your smart devices may reveal information about you or your location to an ex-partner. Here’s how to lock them out.
Read moreNotorious Spyware Maker NSO Group Is Quietly Plotting a Comeback

Credit to Author: Vas Panagiotopoulos| Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000
NSO Group, creator of the infamous Pegasus spyware, is spending millions on lobbying in Washington while taking advantage of the crisis in Gaza to paint itself as essential for global security.
Read moreHP CEO Says They Brick Printers That Use Third-Party Ink Because of … Hackers

Credit to Author: Scharon Harding, Ars Technica| Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:11:43 +0000
The company says it wants to protect you from “viruses.” Experts are skeptical.
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