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In a landmark ruling, an Israeli cybersecurity firm, NSO Group, was ordered to pay $167 million in damages to Meta for violating U.S. cybersecurity laws by using its Pegasus spyware to hack 1,400 WhatsApp accounts. The targets included journalists, human rights activists, and government officials in 20 countries.
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As large language models (LLMs) continue to revolutionize the healthcare system, researchers are highlighting the critical need for robust security measures to prevent malicious use. A new special report published in Radiology: Artificial Intelligence reveals the cybersecurity challenges associated with LLMs and emphasizes the importance of implementing safeguards to protect
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Researchers at Wuhan University have introduced a concept of local-first software into WebGIS, addressing limitations in centralized architecture. The new system, utilizing Conflict-free Replicated Data Types (CRDTs) and advanced web technologies, enables multi-user collaborative editing, offline functionality, and efficient browser-based spatial analysis. This breakthrough enhances real-time collaboration and data security
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Retailers continue to fall victim to cyberattacks, highlighting the exposed nature of the retail sector to hacking incidents. Marks & Spencer's recent revelation that customer data has been compromised by hackers has triggered a warning from industry experts to take action and mitigate potential consequences. The incident serves
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The cybersecurity landscape is on the brink of a significant transformation, as threat actors increasingly leverage generative artificial intelligence (AI) to create sophisticated, high-volume, and difficult-to-detect cyberattacks. According to the latest ThreatDown report from Malwarebytes, AI agents will soon automate and scale labor-intensive attacks, posing a formidable challenge to human
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The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in the use of internet-based resources in Scottish schools, making them more susceptible to cyber-attacks. Cybersecurity expert Dr. Suzanne Prior, from Abertay University, warns that children and young people are particularly vulnerable to phishing attacks and other web-based scams due to
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Marks and Spencer customers have been advised to stay vigilant for scams and fraud after a cyber attack on the retailer. The company has confirmed that some personal data, including names, email addresses, postal addresses, and dates of birth, was potentially accessed. However, payment or card details, account passwords, and
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As the global energy sector transforms digitally, robust cybersecurity is essential. SolaX Power, a leader in clean energy solutions, has launched SolaXCloud, a comprehensive security strategy aligning with the EU's NIS2 Directive. SolaXCloud prioritizes both data protection and system integrity, safeguarding users against emerging cyber threats. By adhering
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Nigeria's strategic oil and gas industry faces a looming threat from cyber attacks, which could have devastating consequences on the economy if left unchecked. According to the African Perspectives on Cyber Security Report 2024 by Check Point, Nigeria sees one of the highest frequencies of cyber attacks in
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SK Group has established the Information Security Innovation Committee to boost cybersecurity across its affiliates, following a significant data breach at SK Telecom Co. that compromised the personal information of approximately 25 million users. The committee, under the SUPEX Council, aims to proactively identify and block security risks, strengthen security
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Vincit Plc, a digital business specialist, has received the coveted ISO 27001 certificate, demonstrating its commitment to internationally recognized practices in information security management. This milestone marks the culmination of the company's systematic efforts to improve cybersecurity. The certification is based on the ISO/IEC 27001 standard and
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Marks & Spencer customers have been urged to be on high alert for phishing attempts and scams after the retailer confirmed a cyber attack had resulted in some personal data being stolen. The stolen data includes names, email addresses, postal addresses, and dates of birth, but M&S stressed
