(Bloomberg) — Microsoft Corp. said a Chinese hacking group is exploiting security vulnerabilities in the company’s SharePoint servers to deploy ransomware, following a cyberattack discovered last week that has affected hundreds of entities around the world. Most Read from Bloomberg The group, which Microsoft has named Storm-2603, has a history of waging ransomware attacks, which...Read More
Cambodia has arrested more than 3,000 individuals in connection with a vast cybercrime network. According to the details of the arrest, there were about 105 Indians and 81 Pakistanis. The international crackdown uncovered a vast trafficking and online fraud syndicate, with several victims being freed by authorities. According to the report, the arrest in Cambodia...Read More
The Tea app, designed to empower women by allowing them to anonymously share information about potential romantic partners, has become the target of a significant data breach. Hackers leaked 72,000 images, including user-submitted selfies and government-issued identification scans, raising urgent concerns about privacy and cybersecurity in apps that rely on community-driven verification systems. The breach,...Read More
Key Takeaways Rising Threat: Ransomware attacks have surged by nearly 73% from 2022 to 2023, with the U.S. experiencing a staggering 149% rise in reported incidents during early 2025. Small Business Target: In 2022, 43% of ransomware attacks targeted small businesses, reinforcing the need for heightened cybersecurity awareness and protective measures. Financial Impact: The average...Read More
Govt Sounds Alert Over School Safety: Urges States to Act Immediately New Delhi: In response to a series of tragic incidents reported from schools across the country, the Ministry of Education has issued an urgent advisory to all States and Union Territories, calling for immediate and strict measures to ensure the safety of children in...Read More
Good morning. From tomorrow social media companies must introduce child safety measures under the Online Safety Act. It is a key moment for a British government attempting, like so many others, to rein in tech firms and prevent children encountering harmful content on the internet. Passed by parliament in 2023, the landmark legislation significantly empowers...Read More
LIVINGSTON PARISH, La. (WAFB) – Three men from other areas are facing charges in Livingston Parish following a recent internet child sex crime investigation. The Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office (LPSO) identified the three suspects arrested as Cecil Roy Anderson, 29, of Vinton; Adrian Alexander Weatherspoon, 33, of River Ridge; and Zahery Allen Criley, 33, of...Read More
News By Montgomery County Pct. 3 Constable | April 25, 2025 In the week of April 21st, Detectives from Constable Ryan Gable’s Office collaborated with various law enforcement agencies, including the Houston Area Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, to execute a coordinated operation aimed at apprehending individuals attempting to solicit minors online for sexual exploitation. This...Read More
2d illustration of Cloud computing by Blackboard via Shutterstock Some administrators who logged in last week found their on-premises Microsoft SharePoint servers silently uploading web shells instead of documents. A single, carefully forged packet had slipped past every guardrail and granted attackers full remote control before any human had typed a password. What unfolded is...Read More
The United Kingdom’s government is planning to prohibit public sector and critical infrastructure organizations from paying ransoms following ransomware attacks, while private companies will have to notify authorities if they intend to meet ransom demands. Announced by Home Office security minister Dan Jarvis on Tuesday, the policy aims to send a clear message to global...Read More
