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Artificial Intelligence

Cybercrime as a Service: The Rise of Rented Hacking Tools

The cybercrime landscape has evolved into a **subscription-based service model**, where even low-skill individuals can rent sophisticated hacking tools and…

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Cybersecurity

New Ransomware Encrypts Files with .enc, .iv, and .salt Extensions

A new ransomware strain encrypts files with .enc, .iv, and .salt extensions and demands Bitcoin payment to prevent public release…

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Business

3 Must-Haves to Survive a Cyberattack

Swift and effective response to a cyberattack depends on having clarity, control, and a reliable lifeline already in place. Clarity…

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Cybersecurity

Interpol Seizes $97M in Major African Cybercrime Bust

A major international law enforcement effort has resulted in the seizure of nearly $100 million and the arrest of more…

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Business

Inotiv Confirms Ransomware Attack on Pharmaceutical Systems

Inotiv experienced a significant ransomware attack on August 8, leading to encrypted data and disrupted operations, with full recovery still…

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Business

Inotiv Pharma Hit by Ransomware Attack, Disrupting Operations

Inotiv, a major pharmaceutical research firm, suffered a ransomware attack on August 8, 2025, which encrypted systems and disrupted operations,…

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Business

CISO Risks Rise Due to Poor Alerting & Prevention Gaps

Cybersecurity defenses are weakening, with data theft prevention rates dropping to 3% and credential-based attack success nearly doubling, highlighting growing…

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Business

Cyber Insurance Market Reaches Early Maturity Stage

The cyber insurance sector is maturing, with North America leading the market, though Europe's DACH region shows higher penetration rates…

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BigTech Companies

Zoom Fixes Critical Windows Security Flaw – Update Now

Zoom issued an urgent security update for its Windows app due to a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-49457, severity 9.6/10) that could…

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Cybersecurity

Fix Ransomware .encryptfile (Mimic/N3ww4v3) – Quick Help Guide

Ransomware attacks like those using .encryptfile extensions (e.g., Mimic or N3ww4v3) encrypt critical data and demand payment, but understanding recovery…

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Cybersecurity

SonicWall VPNs Under Attack by Rising Akira Ransomware Threat

Security researchers report a surge in ransomware attacks exploiting SonicWall SSL VPNs, possibly due to a zero-day vulnerability, even on…

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Business

Infostealer Attacks Surge 800% – Protect Your Credentials Now

Identity-based attacks are surging, with 1.8 billion stolen credentials in early 2025, an 800% increase, highlighting the need for stronger…

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Business

Urgent Call to Boost Water Sector Cybersecurity Now

The water sector faces increasing cybersecurity threats due to outdated infrastructure and limited resources, leaving utilities vulnerable to attacks that…

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Business

SafePay ransomware leaks 3.5TB of Ingram Micro data

The SafePay ransomware group stole 3.5TB of sensitive data from Ingram Micro, a major global IT distributor, marking another high-profile…

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AI & Tech

Cybersecurity Risks Threaten the Global Food Supply Chain

The global food supply chain is increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats like ransomware and data theft, with attacks more than…

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Business

Scattered Spider Targets VMware ESXi in Latest Hacking Wave

A hacking group, Scattered Spider, is targeting VMware ESXi hypervisors via social engineering, compromising U.S. corporations by impersonating employees to…

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Business

Clorox Sues Vendor Over $380M Hack Due to Password Mishandling

Cyberattacks frequently target human vulnerabilities, as seen in Clorox's $380M breach caused by lax authentication practices by its IT vendor,…

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Cybersecurity

European Healthcare Network Hit by Major Security Breach

AMEOS Group, a major European healthcare provider, suffered a cybersecurity breach potentially exposing sensitive patient and employee data across Switzerland,…

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Business

UK Bans Ransomware Payments for Public Sector & Critical Infrastructure

The UK has banned ransomware payments for public sector and critical infrastructure organizations to reduce cybercriminal incentives, following strong public…

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Cybersecurity

WHO CISO Shares Strategies for Securing Global Health Crises

Cybersecurity in global health emergencies demands proactive strategies, as organizations like the WHO face heightened threats like phishing, ransomware, and…

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