Latest Cybersecurity News and Articles


OAuth Implementation Issues Allows Full Online Account Takeover for Millions of Users

24 October 2023
Flaws in the implementation of OAuth across various online services, including Grammarly, Vidio, and Bukalapak, could have exposed hundreds of millions of user accounts to credential theft and other cybercriminal activities.

Adlumin Snags $70M to Boost Security for Mid-Market Firms

24 October 2023
Adlumin, a startup working on technology to boost security for mid-market firms, has banked $70 million in new funding led by SYN Ventures. The post Adlumin Snags $70M to Boost Security for Mid-Market Firms appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Hackers Hit Secure File Transfer Software Again and Again

24 October 2023
File transfer software have been a target for hackers, with the Clop ransomware operation being one of the most prominent attackers. They have exploited vulnerabilities in secure file transfer software, resulting in data leaks and ransom demands.

Ukraine Security Services Involved in Hack of Russia’s Largest Private Bank

24 October 2023
The hackers responsible for breaching Alfa-Bank plan to share the obtained data with investigative journalists and have publicized an alleged conversation with the bank's owner, who claimed he couldn't do anything about the hack.

University of Michigan Says Personal Information Stolen in August Data Breach

24 October 2023
The personal information of students, applicants, alumni, and employees compromised in University of Michigan data breach. The post University of Michigan Says Personal Information Stolen in August Data Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek.

Number of Cisco Devices Hacked via Zero-Day Remains High as Attackers Update Implant

24 October 2023
The number of Cisco devices hacked via recent zero-days remains high, but the attackers have updated their implant. The post Number of Cisco Devices Hacked via Zero-Day Remains High as Attackers Update Implant appeared first on SecurityWeek.

62% of organizations perform vulnerability assessments and audits

24 October 2023
Mainframe security was analyzed in a report finding that 51% of organizations run either all or the majority of core applications on the mainframe.

Legacy Authentication Leads to Growing Consumer Frustration

24 October 2023
Despite the popularity of biometrics as an authentication method, passwords are still widely used, with consumers manually entering them about four times a day, according to the FIDO Alliance.

New York Health Network Restores Services After Crippling Cyberattack

24 October 2023
The hospital network experienced a potential cybersecurity threat and IT system outage, leading to the diversion of ambulances from three facilities. The network faced criticism for not fully explaining the situation.

Canada: Lawmakers Targeted by China-Linked ‘Spamouflage’ Disinformation

24 October 2023
Canada on warned of a "Spamouflage" disinformation campaign linked to China that used waves of online posts and deepfake videos. The post Canada: Lawmakers Targeted by China-Linked ‘Spamouflage’ Disinformation appeared first on SecurityWeek.

China Crackdown on Cyber Scams in Southeast Asia Nets Thousands but Leaves Networks Intact

24 October 2023
Chinese criminal syndicates are running cyber scam networks in Southeast Asia, ensnaring tens of thousands of victims, including those who were forced to work for the criminals.

SecurityWeek’s 2023 ICS Cybersecurity Conference Kicks Off in Atlanta

24 October 2023
SecurityWeek’s 2023 ICS Cybersecurity Conference kicks off in Atlanta with presentations on a wide range of topics.  The post SecurityWeek’s 2023 ICS Cybersecurity Conference Kicks Off in Atlanta appeared first on SecurityWeek.

500,000 Irish National Police Records on Vehicle Seizures Exposed by Third Party

24 October 2023
The exposed records included scanned identity documents, insurance inquiries, certificates of vehicle registration, and other sensitive data. The incident also exposed names and details of drivers, witnesses, and Garda officers.

Ex-NSA Employee Pleads Guilty to Leaking Classified Data to Russia

24 October 2023
A former employee of the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) has pleaded guilty to charges accusing him of attempting to transmit classified defense information to Russia. Jareh Sebastian Dalke, 31, served as an Information Systems Security Designer for the NSA from June 6, 2022, to July 1, 2022, where he had Top Secret clearance to access sensitive documents. The latest development comes more

Philippine Military Ordered to Stop Using Artificial Intelligence Apps Due to Security Risks

24 October 2023
The Philippine defense chief has issued an order prohibiting the use of AI-powered digital applications for generating personal portraits due to potential security risks such as identity theft and malicious activities.

Cybersecurity concerns grow among physical security professionals

24 October 2023
As October brings cybersecurity awareness month into the spotlight, new research reveals that cybersecurity remains a key concern for physical security experts.

Five Southwestern Ontario Hospitals Hit by Cyberattack, Patient Appointments to be Rescheduled

24 October 2023
The hospitals' IT provider, TransForm, is investigating the incident and determining if patient data was compromised. As a result of the outage, online services such as patient records and email have been affected.

Healthcare Ransomware Attacks Cost US $78 Billion

24 October 2023
Ransomware attacks on US healthcare organizations have resulted in an estimated $77.5 billion in downtime costs since 2016, impacting nearly 10,000 organizations and compromising over 52 million patient records, as per research by Comparitech.

Chinese Scammers Exploiting India’s Real-Time Payment System

24 October 2023
Chinese scammers are using fake loan apps and India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to deceive victims and launder money. The scammers pose as loan providers and promise easy repayments in exchange for a fee.

34 Cybercriminals Arrested in Spain for Multi-Million Dollar Online Scams

24 October 2023
Spanish law enforcement officials have announced the arrest of 34 members of a criminal group that carried out various online scams, netting the gang about €3 million ($3.2 million) in illegal profits. Authorities conducted searches across 16 locations Madrid, Malaga, Huelva, Alicante, and Murcia, seizing two simulated firearms, a katana sword, a baseball bat, €80,000 in cash, four high-end