Why do you need to talk to your kids about online threats?

The evolution of cyberspace has brought with it an evolution of threats targeting children. Why is it so important to talk about them? The internet has been around since the early 90s, and understandably the threats that both kids and adults face have changed massively. Back then kids’ safety was mostly about keeping kids away … More Why do you need to talk to your kids about online threats?

200,000 Facebook Marketplace user records leaked on hacking forum

A threat actor leaked 200,000 records on a hacker forum, claiming they contained the mobile phone numbers, email addresses, and other personal information of Facebook Marketplace users. Bleeping Computer* verified some of the leaked data by matching the email addresses and phone numbers on random records within the sample data shared by IntelBroker, the threat … More 200,000 Facebook Marketplace user records leaked on hacking forum

The art of digital sleuthing: How digital forensics unlocks the truth

Learn how the cyber variety of CSI works, from sizing up the crime scene to hunting for clues and piecing together the story that the data has to tell. The burgeoning field of digital forensics plays a crucial role in investigating a wide range of cybercrimes and cybersecurity incidents. Indeed, in our technology-centric world, even investigations of ‘traditional’ … More The art of digital sleuthing: How digital forensics unlocks the truth

Don’t let your desire for love benefit scammers’ lust for data

Asking for money or intimate photos is out of date. Romance scams are getting more sophisticated. Valentine’s Day is coming up, but this holiday is not always a simple celebration of love with bouquets, chocolate, and romantic dinners. For those who are still on a quest to find the right partner, it may be a … More Don’t let your desire for love benefit scammers’ lust for data

Ransomware payments hit a record high in 2023

Called a “watershed year for ransomware”, 2023 marked a reversal from the decline in ransomware payments observed in the previous year. Ransomware payments in 2023 reached a record-breaking $1.1 billion in 2023, according to an analysis by Chainalysis, a blockchain research firm. Calling 2023 a “watershed year for ransomware”, Chainalysis also said that last year marked a … More Ransomware payments hit a record high in 2023