Cybersecurity: News
17 Jan 2025
ChinaChinese hackers infiltrate US Treasury, access secretary Janet Yellen's computer
In a major cybersecurity breach, Chinese state-sponsored hackers have managed to break into the US Department of Treasury's systems.
12 Jan 2025
AppleApple's Mac users beware! This malware can steal your data
A new malware, dubbed the "Banshee macOS Stealer," is posing a major threat to some 100 million Apple users globally.
10 Jan 2025
Supreme Court Of IndiaSupreme Court warns public about phishing attacks via fake websites
The Supreme Court of India has issued a public warning about a series of fraudulent websites, posing as its official platform.
09 Jan 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningAI-powered malware could breach security systems in seconds: NATO-backed start-up
A NATO-backed UK start-up, Goldilock, has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could be used to power cyber weapons capable of bypassing even the most advanced security systems.
08 Jan 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMcAfee launches AI-powered deepfake detector in India at ₹500
Global leader in online security, McAfee, has launched its latest product, the McAfee Deepfake Detector, in India.
08 Jan 2025
India PostIndian government URLs are redirecting public to scam websites: Report
Several Indian government websites continue to unknowingly redirect users to fake online platforms, a report by TechCrunch has revealed.
06 Jan 2025
Indian GovernmentIndia Post Payments Bank customers, beware of this PAN scam!
The Indian government has warned India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) customers about a fraudulent scheme involving PAN card details.
05 Jan 2025
NASDAQCybersecurity firm Tenable's CEO dies at 54 after cancer battle
Amit Yoran, the CEO and Chairman of cybersecurity firm Tenable, has died at the age of 54. The company confirmed his demise in a press release yesterday.
31 Dec 2024
CybercrimesThomas Cook hit by cyberattack in India, website down
Leading global travel agency Thomas Cook has reported a major cyberattack on its IT infrastructure in India.
30 Dec 2024
YouTubeHow to secure your YouTube channel from cyber threats
YouTube has a comprehensive guide for creators, explaining effective measures to keep their channels safe from cyber threats.
22 Dec 2024
InstagramWhat to do if your Instagram account gets hacked
Instagram, one of the most popular social media platforms, has also been the most targeted by hackers.
19 Dec 2024
McDonald'sFlawed delivery system of McDonald's India exposed customer data: Report
McDonald's India (West & South) recently suffered a major security issue with its delivery system, McDelivery.
13 Dec 2024
YahooYahoo lays off 25% of cybersecurity team, outsources 'red team'
Yahoo has laid off nearly 25% of its cybersecurity team, The Paranoids, in the last one year.
11 Dec 2024
AppleiPhone users at risk of data theft, should update now
Cybersecurity experts are sounding alarm bells over a possible security risk for iPhone users who are delaying an update.
11 Dec 2024
InstagramMeta introduces new tools to combat online scams
Meta (formerly Facebook) has launched a global campaign to raise awareness about online scams.
10 Dec 2024
EuropeEU's cybersecurity rules for smart devices now in effect
The European Union's (EU) Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), a set of rules designed to improve the security of connected devices, are now in effect.
10 Dec 2024
CybercrimesRansomware attack on data center impacts 16 Indian stock brokers
A ransomware attack on Comtel, a leading data center, has put the security of around 16 stock brokers in India and their clients at risk. The incident took place yesterday.
10 Dec 2024
MicrosoftNot AGI! Microsoft AI chief reveals the company's top priority
Mustafa Suleyman, the CEO of Microsoft's AI division, has revealed that the tech giant's number one focus is on security.
09 Dec 2024
CybercrimesShocker! Mumbai man loses ₹58 lakh to cyber fraud
A 60-year-old design consultant from Navi Mumbai has been duped of ₹58 lakh by cybercriminals.
08 Dec 2024
Sunil PalSunil Pal kidnapping: Police file case against unknown person
The Santacruz Police have registered a case against an unidentified person for allegedly abducting and extorting money from comedian-actor Sunil Pal.
04 Dec 2024
IndiaIndia is world's most targeted nation for mobile malware attacks
India has become the most targeted nation for mobile malware attacks, ahead of US and Canada. This revelation comes from a report by Zscaler ThreatLabZ.
28 Nov 2024
CybercrimesVPN users beware! Hackers find new method to spread malware
Cybersecurity experts have warned about a new threat in which hackers are exploiting compromised Virtual Private Network (VPN) servers. The attackers are using them to steal sensitive data from unsuspecting users.
27 Nov 2024
AndroidCentre issues high-severity warning for Android: Is your phone safe?
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has issued a high-severity warning regarding multiple security flaws in Android.
24 Nov 2024
RussiaRussian hackers exploiting 'nearest neighbor' to infiltrate distant Wi-Fi networks
Russian hackers have devised a complex technique to breach Wi-Fi networks, without having to be physically close to the target.
24 Nov 2024
PhonePeTamil Nadu police warn against UPI scam involving PhonePe
The Cyber Crime Wing of Tamil Nadu Police has issued a public warning regarding a scam targeting Unified Payments Interface (UPI) users.
23 Nov 2024
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)SBI warns of new fraud involving fake CBI, IT officials
The State Bank of India (SBI) has warned its customers about a new kind of fraud.
20 Nov 2024
Cybercrimes45% Indians targeted by shopping scams this festive season: McAfee
A recent survey by global cybersecurity firm McAfee has highlighted the worrying trend of deepfake shopping scams in India.
20 Nov 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft's new initiative aims to prevent future CrowdStrike-like incidents
In the wake of CrowdStrike incident, which affected 8.5 million Windows PCs and servers in July, Microsoft is working on a new strategy - Windows Resiliency Initiative.
20 Nov 2024
MicrosoftMicrosoft launches hacking event with $4 million in rewards
Microsoft has announced the launch of Zero Day Quest, a one-of-a-kind hacking event to improve security for its cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) products.
18 Nov 2024
CybercrimesBeware of scammers pretending to represent Zerodha: Nithin Kamath
A recent surge in fake apps and websites, often masquerading as legitimate platforms, has alarmed Zerodha's co-founder and CEO Nithin Kamath.
18 Nov 2024
GoogleStay safe! Google issues advisory about latest online scam tactics
Google has launched a new campaign to educate users about the latest online fraud tactics and make them digitally safe.
17 Nov 2024
CybercrimesGurugram Police arrests 11 in ₹33cr cyber scam across India
The Gurugram Police's cybercrime unit has arrested 11 people in a major cyber fraud case.
17 Nov 2024
CybercrimesReceived scam call or message? Here's what you should do
With the rise of digital communication, we have also witnessed a surge in scam calls and messages.
17 Nov 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningMeet Daisy, the AI granny developed to outsmart scammers
UK-based telecom giant Virgin Media O2 has launched an interesting new artificial intelligence (AI) tool called "Daisy."
15 Nov 2024
BitcoinHacker behind billion-dollar Bitcoin heist gets 5-year sentence
Ilya "Dutch" Lichtenstein, the mastermind behind a major Bitcoin heist, has been sentenced to five years in prison by a Washington federal court after being pleaded guilty last year.
14 Nov 2024
Technology10 most common passwords you should stop using immediately
NordPass, a popular password manager, has released its annual list of most commonly used passwords.
13 Nov 2024
WhatsAppHow to protect yourself from WhatsApp wedding invitation scam
A new cyber scam, involving fake wedding invitations sent through WhatsApp, is on the rise. The Himachal Pradesh Police have issued a public warning about the deceptive practice.
06 Nov 2024
Stock MarketElderly targeted in rising online scam wave in India
India is seeing a rise in online scams, with the elderly being the most susceptible.
05 Nov 2024
CybercrimesDigital Arrest scam: How to quickly identify fake warrants, notices
India has seen a major rise in digital arrest scams lately, with fraudsters duping unsuspecting people.
04 Nov 2024
State Bank of India (SBI)What is SBI Reward Points scam, how to protect yourself
The State Bank of India (SBI) has issued a critical warning to its customers regarding a new kind of fraud in the name of reward point redemptions.
01 Nov 2024
CybercrimesKerala: Senior citizen loses ₹6 crore in online trading scam
A 63-year-old senior citizen from Marappalam district in Kerala has become the latest victim of an elaborate online trading scam, losing a whopping ₹6.19 crore.
30 Oct 2024
CybercrimesBeware! E-challan scam is the new phishing attack in India
A new form of online fraud, the e-challan scam, is currently raising alarms among Indians.
