LockBit Ransomware Targets Apple Silicon Macs for the First Time

April 18, 2023

According to PCMag*, Security researchers discovered a new version of the LockBit ransomware which targets Apple’s Mac computers for the first time. As 9To5Mac reports(Opens in a new window), until now the LockBit ransomware has focused on infecting Windows and Linux machines, but a new build named “locker_Apple_M1_64” suggests macOS infections are imminent. According to … More LockBit Ransomware Targets Apple Silicon Macs for the First Time

Google Issues New Warning For 3 Billion Chrome Users

April 17, 2023

According to Forbes*, Chrome is now used by over three billion users worldwide, but following Google’s discovery of the browser’s first Zero Day exploit this year, everyone needs to update their browser as a matter of priority. In a new blog post, Google confirmed the discovery of the Zero Day vulnerability and it impacts Chrome … More Google Issues New Warning For 3 Billion Chrome Users

Safety first: 5 cybersecurity tips for freelance bloggers

April 14, 2023

The much-dreaded writer’s block isn’t the only threat that may derail your progress. Are you doing enough to keep your blog (and your livelihood) safe from online dangers? Whether we like it or not, writers and bloggers are part of a community. And while we might write on totally different topics and espouse views from … More Safety first: 5 cybersecurity tips for freelance bloggers

LinkedIn and Microsoft Entra introduce a new way to verify your workplace

April 13, 2023

Microsoft on their blog announced the launch of a new verification method for LinkedIN. “We’re thrilled to announce that millions of LinkedIn members will be able to verify their place of work with a Microsoft Entra Verified ID credential. By simply looking for a Verification, members and organizations can be more confident that the people … More LinkedIn and Microsoft Entra introduce a new way to verify your workplace

Experts warn of new spyware threat targeting journalists and political figures

April 12, 2023

Security experts have warned about the emergence of previously unknown spyware with hacking capabilities comparable to NSO Group’s Pegasus that has already been used by clients to target journalists, political opposition figures and an employee of an NGO. Researchers at the Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto’s Munk School said the spyware, which is … More Experts warn of new spyware threat targeting journalists and political figures