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Google Chrome extensions hack may have started much earlier than expected
By Ellen Jennings-Trace published
The affected Chrome extensions are used by over 2.5 million people.
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GitHub has a major problem with fake rankings, which could put users at risk of attack
By Craig Hale published
Threat actors are now using fake GitHub stars to rank their repositories and get malware to more victims.
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Third-party data breaches have become a major security concern
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Organizations in the energy sector are particularly vulnerable.
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Looking for a new job? Watch out you don't fall for this new malware scam
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Researchers spotted the OtterCookie malware.
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TP-Link and NR routers targeted by worrying new botnet
By Sead Fadilpašić published
A new variant of the dreaded Mirai botnet is here, and it's targeting unpatched endpoints.
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More malicious Python packages are on the loose, experts warn
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Two new packages were found on PyPI stealing data and granting access.
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A new Microsoft 365 phishing service has emerged, so be on your guard
By Sead Fadilpašić published
FlowerStorm has significant overlaps with the defunct Rockstar2FA, warns Sophos.
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New Androxgh0st botnet targets vulnerabilities in IoT devices and web applications via Mozi integration
By Efosa Udinmwen published
Androxgh0st integration with Mozi targets critical systems with advanced tactics and exploiting new vulnerabilities.
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