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Tag Archives: Hacks
Fallout Over OPM Breach Report Begins
A report on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management breaches that exposed sensitive data belonging to more than 22 million people has sparked a cavalcade of finger pointing, politicking and squabbling over who knew what first.
Google Shares Android Nougat, Safe Browsing Security Enhancements
Google stepped up efforts this week to bolster its security strategy with news from both its Android Security Team and its Safe Browsing Team.
Microsoft Adds .NET Core, ASP.NET to Bug Bounty Program
Microsoft adds .NET Core and ASP.NET to its bug bounty program offering bug hunters payouts that range from $500 to $15,000.
Insecure Redis Instances at Core of Attacks Against Linux Servers
Attackers are targeting insecure Redis instances, exposed to the internet, to access Linux servers and delete web files and folders in exchange for ransom.
SWIFT Warns Banks Of More Cyberattacks
Banks face persistent, sophisticated and sustained cyberattacks from hackers looking to exploit the SWIFT messaging network, according to reports.
68 Million Credentials Spilled in 2012 Dropbox Hack
When hackers infiltrated Dropbox in 2012 they made off with credentials for roughly 68 million users.
GTAGaming Hack Blamed on Old vBulletin Software
A breach that exposed 200,000 Grand Theft Auto fan forum users’ email addresses and private data is being blamed on an exploit of outdated and vulnerable vBulletin software.
Epic Games Forums Hacked, SQL Injection Vulnerability Blamed
A SQL injection vulnerability is being blamed in the hack of 800,000 users accounts for popular gaming forums run by Epic Games.
Locky Targets Hospitals In Massive Wave Of Ransomware Attacks
A massive wave of Locky ransomware delivered via DOCM attachments is targeting the healthcare sector this month.