Ransomware is a particularly vile type of malware that holds a device hostage by disabling it until the owner pays a ransom. Ransomware has been a sad reality of the computer world for decades now, but now that it’s been proven to be able to go straight to the heart of a computer—the CPU—it shines...Read More
HALIFAX — Security experts say the theft of customer data from Nova Scotia’s electric utility has the hallmarks of an extortion attempt by cybercriminals. In a news release following the April 25 data breach, the utility said it notified police about the theft and confirmed that “certain customer personal information was accessed and taken by...Read More
In a large-scale international investigation, the Amsterdam police, led by the Public Prosecution Service, and the American FBI have taken down the criminal proxy service Anyproxy. This service had been used by cybercriminals since 2004 to anonymously commit criminal acts, including phishing, ransomware attacks and data theft. Moonlander seizure notice posted by the U.S. Attorney’s...Read More
Cybersecurity investment must show ROI in the form of resilience, says Raghu Nandakumara, Head of Industry Solutions at Illumio 1995 was a landmark year in tech. Netscape Navigator was launched and the commercial restrictions on the internet were removed, marking the beginning of the ‘Information Age’. Toy Story debuted as the first fully computer-generated film...Read More
Sarah Armstrong-Smith, a leading voice in cyber-security, resilience, and digital transformation, explores the biggest cyber-security challenges, the role of resilience in business continuity, and how organisations can foster greater diversity in tech. Q: In your expertise, what are the most significant cyber-security threats businesses face today, and what proactive measures should organisations implement to...Read More
As Valentine’s Day approaches, one family has transformed their grief into advocacy, honoring their daughter’s life with a call to action for school safety. On Feb. 14, Alabama joins 19 other states in participating in Make Our Schools Safe Day, a national day for advocacy and remembrance, marking the seventh anniversary of the tragic shooting...Read More
Sexual Exploitation Surge: 205 Arrested in FBI Operation Targeting Child Predators Rising Cases of Online Child Exploitation In a staggering revelation, the FBI has reported the arrest of 205 individuals accused of child sex crimes over a brief five-day period in April. This operation underscores an alarming rise in online child exploitation, particularly targeting children...Read More
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Horizon Behavioral Health recently fell victim to a ransomware attack, potentially compromising sensitive personal client information. The organization became aware of the incident in March and promptly launched an investigation. In a statement, Horizon Behavioral Health said, “On March 16, 2025, Horizon Behavioral Health discovered it became the victim of a...Read More
Amid tensions between India and Pakistan, several instances of fake news emerged to misguide the people. One of the countless “news” reports surfaced that Pakistani hackers made a cyber attack, as a result of which 70% of India’s electricity grid became inoperative. Now, the official X (formerly known as Twitter) account of PIB Fact Check...Read More
Common cybercrime tactics identified Colonel Dr Khalifa Yousef Balhai, Director of the Criminal Investigation Department, noted that scammers often use fake recruitment ads or too-good-to-be-true online deals to steal personal data or money. Fraudulent advertisements for products and services are also frequently reported, often involving exaggerated or false claims to lure victims. Root causes of...Read More
