Category: Security
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Google and Yahoo Set to Block Risky Emails – Here’s What You Need to Know
In an era where our inboxes are battlegrounds against a barrage of spam and phishing attacks, big players like Google and Yahoo are gearing up to fortify the front lines. Brace yourself—come February, businesses risk having their customer emails rejected if they don’t step up their anti-impersonation game. The Email Reckoning: Why Your Messages Could…
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How to stop Typosquatting domains in Edge and Chrome
In the vast universe of the internet, staying safe is a top priority. Imagine a scenario: you’re typing in your favorite website, and a tiny typo leads you down a rabbit hole of phishing danger. Scary, right? Fear not, because both Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome have got your back with built-in tools that sniff…
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Temu’s War on Fakes and Privacy Invasion: Shopping Secrets Unveiled
In the whirlwind of its first year in the US market, Temu, the online budget shopping sensation, is facing a dual challenge. On one front, it’s battling counterfeit apps and websites trying to ride on its discount-driven success. On the other, it’s caught in a legal tussle over data privacy concerns that could impact not…
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Stay Sharp Online: How to Outsmart ChatGPT Phishing Scams
In the vast sea of the internet, where sharks and dolphins swim side by side, there’s a new predator in town—ChatGPT phishing websites. These cunning scams are using the popularity of ChatGPT and OpenAI to lure unsuspecting prey into their traps. But fear not, we’ve got your back. Here’s your guide on how to spot…
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Diwali and Pooja Domains Targeting Shoppers: Beware of Online Scams This Festive Season
It’s the season of lights, joy, and unfortunately, cyber scams. Cybersecurity researchers from CloudSEK have uncovered a surge in malicious campaigns capitalizing on the festive spirit with “Diwali” and “Pooja” domains. Brace yourself as we dive into the details of this digital deception and how you can shield yourself from falling into the trap. Riding…
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Cybersecurity Landscape 2023: Unpacking the Numbers and Trends
In a world where every click carries a potential risk, the latest insights from cybersecurity company Surfshark paint a vivid picture of the ongoing cyber tussle. The battleground? Our digital landscape, with the US emerging as the favored target for online assaults. The Evolving Scenario: Between July and September this year, a staggering 31.5 million…
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Unmasking Prolific Puma: The Shadowy World of Malicious Link Shorteners
In the fast-paced world of cybersecurity, a new player has emerged, operating in the shadows and enabling cybercriminals to carry out their nefarious activities while staying one step ahead of detection. This elusive figure, known as “Prolific Puma,” has been quietly running an underground link shortening service for over four years. What’s their game, and…
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Frax Finance Recovers Control of Domain Names After Security Scare
Frax Finance, a prominent DeFi protocol, recently found itself in a precarious situation when it lost control of its primary domain names, frax.finance and frax.com. The incident raised concerns of a potential hijacking attempt, and it serves as a stark reminder of the importance of domain security in the crypto space. What Happened? Early on…
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Unmasking the Elusive North Korean IT Workers: New Developments and Ongoing Challenges
Earlier, we had reported how North Koreans workers were channeling money from the United States to their home country for missile development. This led to a jump in the cybersecurity concerns surrounding the US and the world. One question that is bothering everyone is: How do they do it, and why is it so challenging…
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Vietnam Records More Than 95% Frauds in Banking and Finance Sector
Vietnam has recently been grappling with an alarming surge in online phishing attacks, with over 95% of these attacks targeting the banking and finance sectors. In the first half of this year, the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) received more than 4,000 reports from internet users about fraudulent activities. As we delve into this…
