Authorities sentenced the operator of an infamous Bitcoin mixer service, dubbed Helix, to three years in federal prison.
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Accused Russian Ransomware Boss Faces Decades in Prison after $16 Million Extortion
A Russian national believed to be responsible for the Phobos ransomware operation is facing a long sentence after being extradited from South Korea to face charges in the US.
Library of Congress’ Email System Compromised for Nine Months by Unknown Hackers
Hackers have compromised the US Library of Congress’ emails and gained access to internal communications for nine months.
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Malware delivered via malicious QR codes sent in the post
Cybercriminals have adopted a novel trick for infecting devices with malware: sending out physical letters that contain malicious QR codes.
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Researchers Warn of Active GeoVision Botnet Used in DDoS and Cryptocurrency Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers have found an active botnet in the wild comprised of older GeoVision devices that have reached end of life (EOL).
Pegasus Spyware Under Fire: Court Docs Claim NSO Group Kept Infecting Celebs, Including a Dubai Princess, as Tech Giants Fought to Take It Down
New documents claim Israeli spyware maker NSO Group has been infecting hundreds to tens of thousands of devices with its infamous Pegasus spyware despite tremendous efforts by US tech giants to muffle its operations.
Kids in Roblox Will Need Parent’s Consent to Message Others
Roblox is finally adding a more comprehensive parental control toolset, which includes limits on how children under 13 years of age can communicate on the platform.
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Molotov French Streaming Platform Reports Data Breach Impacting 10.8 Million Emails
Molotov, a popular French streaming platform that provides access to television channels on computers and connected TVs, has recently confirmed a serious data breach, acknowledging that its systems were infiltrated in October.
What is Fiverr? How to Secure Your Account if You Are a Buyer (a Company Looking to Hire Freelancers)
Fiverr is also popular among entrepreneurs looking to hire freelancers to complete various services for their companies, from graphic design and content writing to tech support and consulting. It’s an easy-to-use platform and app and a great choice for small business owners who need affordable help on projects without committing to permanent hires.
How to Spot and Protect Your Business from Fake Reviews: Red Flags, Tips, and Tools
Customers rely on reviews before making decisions, whether they’re choosing a product, booking a service, or visiting a restaurant. In fact, consumers read an average of 10 online reviews before they trust a business.