Tag: hackers

Minecraft exploit makes it “easy” for hackers to crash servers

April 17, 2015

A security researcher has posted a Minecraft flaw that makes it “easy” for hackers to crash the game’s servers, reports Ars Technica. Developer Anmar Askar first noticed the exploit two years ago and notified the game’s creator, Mojang, but after being “ignored” and given several “highly unsatisfactory responses” he has now published the details on his blog. According … More Minecraft exploit makes it “easy” for hackers to crash servers

Kendall Jenner has her Twitter hacked, and rude things are said about Justin Bieber

April 8, 2015

When a celebrity starts to post crazy things on Twitter there are a small number of possibilities. Either they are just seeking some attention, tweeting things without thinking, or they have been hacked. The problem is that when it comes to publicity-seeking celebrities, often it’s hard to decide what is most likely. Many times it’s … More Kendall Jenner has her Twitter hacked, and rude things are said about Justin Bieber

Irish government’s Freedom of Information website hacked

March 26, 2015

The Irish government’s Freedom of Information (FOI) website has been targeted by hackers posting a pro-palestinian message that some connect to ISIS, reports the Irish Mirror, but investigators are sceptical. The website was attacked yesterday (March 24th) and is currently inaccessible, with the usual design replaced by a white screen bearing the message: “Hacked by … More Irish government’s Freedom of Information website hacked

Hackers phish for data with fake Apple Watch giveaway

March 13, 2015

ESET Ireland advises Apple fans keen to get their hands on the Apple Watch to think before they click, after hackers exploited a wave of enthusiasm around the launch with a phishing scam linked to a fake giveaway. As reported by Computer Business Review, victims were enticed on social networks by the offer of a free Apple … More Hackers phish for data with fake Apple Watch giveaway

Europol shuts down Ramnit botnet used to steal bank details

February 26, 2015

The Ramnit botnet that is said to have affected 3.2 million computers has been shut down by European police, reports The BBC. The botnet was used to spread malware through phishing emails and innocuous links posted on social networks, giving cybercriminals access to the bank accounts of users running Windows operating systems. Having been alerted to Ramnit … More Europol shuts down Ramnit botnet used to steal bank details