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Social Media and Email hacking surged in 2024
In 2024, a significant surge in hacking activities targeting social media and email accounts was reported, according to Action Fraud. The increase in cyber-crime complaints compared to the previous year, 2023, was staggering, with reports soaring from 23,000 cases in 2023 to an alarming 35,436 fraud incidents in 2024 accounting to Normal 0 false false […]
Ship hacked to burn US Military Oil Tanker into a Fireball
A few hours ago, Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter (now rebranded as X), revealed that the platform’s servers were targeted by a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack. The attack caused a significant disruption, preventing users from signing in for roughly two hours. In a separate and alarming incident, reports have emerged about a […]
Kids videos games are acting as espionage points for missile attacks
While malware attacks embedded in games have been a longstanding cybersecurity concern, a more sinister threat has emerged. Researchers have uncovered a disturbing new tactic: cybercriminals are now manipulating video games as bait to recruit child players, ultimately using them to launch missile strikes. In a detailed investigation, the Ukrainian National Police and the Security […]
The Dark Side of Google Searches: How Simple keywords can Lead to Cyber Threats
Google, the internet giant, has seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, revolutionizing the way we access information. Whether it’s for a quick answer, finding a restaurant nearby, or researching a complex topic, Google Search has become indispensable. And with the widespread use of smartphones, these search results are now accessible at our fingertips, whether through […]
Can Hackers Track Down a User Based on Google Maps Usage?
In an age where digital privacy concerns are at an all-time high, the potential for hackers to track users through their Google Maps usage raises significant alarm. Google Maps, a widely-used navigation tool, provides invaluable convenience in everyday life, but its data-sharing features can also present risks if not properly managed. How Google Maps Can […]
What to do when social media accounts get hacked or impersonated
In the era of social media, users freely share a plethora of information with their connections and followers, often overlooking the potential threat to their privacy. Opportunistic hackers seize on these vulnerabilities, infiltrating or impersonating accounts and causing significant trouble for the users. So, what should be the response when one’s social media account is […]
School student info proving valuable to hackers
Hackers have recently intensified their efforts to pilfer digital information pertaining to students, encompassing a wide array of sensitive data such as health records, attendance information, homework, grades, medical details, photos, disciplinary records, educational records, home communication information, assignments, and other assessment-related data. The value of these pilfered datasets can range from $10 to $120, […]
Watch out for these signs when your smart phone is hacked
Smartphones have become indispensable in our daily lives, but with their ubiquity comes the lurking threat of hackers seeking to infiltrate these devices and gain access to our personal information. This danger is particularly heightened for individuals in the public eye, such as celebrities, elected representatives, or journalists. If you suspect that your phone may […]
Iran launches cyber attack on water authority in the United States
Iran-backed hackers are alleged to have successfully breached the IT infrastructure serving the Water Authority of Pennsylvania in the United States. Disturbing reports indicate that their objective was to disrupt the water supply, potentially causing chaos and panic among the populace. This attack underscores not only the criminal lengths to which these hackers are willing […]
GE servers hacked n DARPA Military Info Leaked
General Electric, commonly referred to as GE, a multinational corporation engaged in the fields of renewable energy, aerospace, and power, has fallen prey to a cyber attack resulting in the leakage of sensitive information related to DARPA Military operations. The severity of the attack remains uncertain as the American multinational company diligently investigates the incident. […]
