Microsoft Details macOS Bug That Could Let Attackers Gain Access to User Data

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Microsoft on Monday disclosed details of a recently patched security vulnerability in Apple’s macOS operating system that could be weaponized by a threat actor to expose users’ personal information. Tracked …

2022 Cybersecurity Predictions from Lookout: Work From Anywhere Ends On-Premises Security

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Lookout, an endpoint-to-cloud cyber security company, have put together their cyber security predictions for 2022.  1 — Cloud connectivity and cloud-to-cloud connectivity will amplify supply-chain breaches One area organizations need to continue …

Abcbot Botnet Linked to Operators of Xanthe Cryptomining malware

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New research into the infrastructure behind an emerging DDoS botnet named Abcbot has uncovered “clear” links with a cryptocurrency-mining botnet attack that came to light in December 2020. Attacks involving …

Europol Ordered to Delete Data of Individuals With No Proven Links to Crimes

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The European Union’s data protection watchdog on Monday ordered Europol to delete a vast trove of personal data it obtained pertaining to individuals with no proven links to criminal activity. …

BADNEWS! Patchwork APT Hackers Score Own Goal in Recent Malware Attacks

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Threat hunters have shed light on the tactics, techniques, and procedures embraced by an Indian-origin hacking group called Patchwork as part of a renewed campaign that commenced in late November …

Facebook Launches ‘Privacy Center’ to Educate Users on Data Collection and Privacy Options

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Meta Platforms, the company formerly known as Facebook, on Friday announced the launch of a centralized Privacy Center that aims to “educate people” about its approach with regards to how …