LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) – If there’s a fire, tornado, or other safety threat, Nebraska students practice. It’s required by state law to do these drills, but some say the requirements are rigid and even antiquated. “We haven’t had a fire in schools, since the 1950s, so requiring a monthly fire drill seems a little too...Read More
Roblox isn’t just another video game – it’s a massive virtual universe where nearly 90 million people from around the world create, play and socialise. This includes some 34 million children under 13 who spend an average of 2.6 hours daily on the platform, making Roblox one of the most influential digital platforms for kids...Read More
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) – A federal grand jury in Shreveport has returned an indictment charging Keith William Noce, 45, of Pineville, with use of a facility to attempt to cause a minor to engage in criminal sexual activity, according to U.S. Attorney Alexander C. Van Hook. The indictment is a result of Operation Restore Justice,...Read More
Posted: May 15, 2025 9:48 AM CDT by WAKA Action 8 News By JAMIE TUCKER Consumer Technology Reporter If it feels like you’re constantly seeing friends post, “I’ve been hacked — don’t accept friend requests from me,” you’re not imagining things. New research shows fake Facebook accounts and impersonation scams have exploded, up more than...Read More
US retailers should “take note”, Google is warning Scattered Spider was seen targeting multiple US retailers this year The group has been on a “long hiatus” Scattered Spider, a known ransomware collective, is widening its target scope, no longer focusing exclusively on UK firms. This is according to Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (TIG), who told...Read More
Artificial intelligence platform named Xanthorox has emerged as a potent new tool for cybercriminals, enabling the automated generation of phishing campaigns, malware, and hyperrealistic deepfakes. Unlike traditional dark-web tools restricted to hidden forums, Xanthorox’s developer openly advertises its capabilities on public platforms like GitHub, YouTube, and Telegram while accepting cryptocurrency payments for access. Cybersecurity experts...Read More
European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) has officially launched the European Vulnerability Database (EUVD), a groundbreaking platform designed to enhance digital security across the EU. Developed in accordance with the NIS2 Directive, the database is now operational and accessible to the public, aiming to aggregate, standardize, and disseminate vital information about cyber vulnerabilities affecting Information...Read More
BianLian, RansomEXX, and others, are jumping the NetWeaver bandwagon In late April, SAP fixed a 10/10 bug in NetWeaver Visual Composer Metadata Uploader Researchers claim there are 1,200 vulnerable instances Multiple ransomware operators are trying to take advantage of the recently discovered, maximum severity flaw, affecting SAP NetWeaver Visual Composer. This is according to, among...Read More
A new study from Comparitech, based on data collected from 2,600 attacks between 2018 and 2023, shows the average time for a US company to report a data breach following a ransomware attack is 4.1 months. From 2018 to 2023, the average time to report a ransomware breach has increased, rising from 2.1 months in...Read More
Cybercrime poses a massive threat to small businesses and their customers’ data, yet many organizations lack the resources and time to strengthen cybersecurity. As a result, their digital systems are vulnerable to attack — often with devastating consequences. We’ll explore the current state of cybercrime and share tips on protecting your business from data breaches and responding...Read More
