Cybercrime
U.S. Supply Chain: Stop Driving Blind
Before we trust the plumbing in our IT networks, we need to know where every component comes from.
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AMPLIFY - TechnologyHere's How Sophos Home Protects You From Fake Online Sellers
Find Out How To Spot A Fake Online Store And What You Can Do To Prevent Cybercriminals From Stealing Your Information
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AMPLIFY - TechnologyKeep Your Family Protected This New Year With Online Security: Why & How
New year, new (online) threats. Keep your and your family's online presence safe with the right protection
Mike Pompeo Says 'Pretty Clearly It Was The Russians' Behind Cyberattack
"This was a very significant effort," Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said of the SolarWinds hack during a Friday interview.
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AMPLIFY - TechnologyHere's How A VPN Protects You During Online Holiday Shopping
Don't fall pray to cybercrime while shopping online for your holiday presents. Here's how
Woman Paid Over the Dark Web to Have Her Parents Murdered, Police Say
The 26-year-old woman allegedly agreed to pay $20,000 for the killings and had already made a payment of $6,000 towards the crime.
States Most Affected By Cybercrime
Cybercrime is a massive global industry, reaching $3.5 billion in damages from reported incidents in 2019. See how your state rates in cybercrime.
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AMPLIFY - TechnologyMusk's Nevada Factory 'Hacked': What Does It Mean for Your Business
Musk's factory was recently targeted by a hacker. If you have a small business or work at one, you might be at higher risk than most of the cyberattacks due to your increased vulnerability.
Stop Foreign Cybercriminals From Masquerading as Diplomats
The HACT Act is an important step in the right direction.
North Korean Hackers Are Now Stealing U.S. Shoppers' Credit Card Details
Cybercriminals with links to a state-sponsored unit known as "Hidden Cobra" were breaking into the websites of large U.S retailers since at least May last year, cyber researchers say.
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AMPLIFY - Technology5 Easy Ways You Can Stay Safe Online
Follow these simple steps to make sure your personal data and online activity are as secure as possible.
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AMPLIFY - Computer & ElectronicsTop 10 Windows Software You Need in 2020
From free Office software to audio and video editing apps, these are 10 low-priced apps that every Windows user must have.
Police Warn of Coronavirus Text Scam Containing Fake Alert About Infection
"It is a gateway for bad actors to find their way into your world. The virus is not the only invisible enemy. Be vigilant against all threats!" a Maine police department warned this week.
Coronavirus Sparks Rise in Cybercrime From Foreign Agents
From hacks to COVID-19 spear-phishing campaigns, there's no doubt the pandemic is aiding a surge in cybercrime.
Botnet Linked to Russian Criminals Infected 9 Million Computers
The zombie network was linked to a slew of malicious activity over the years, including pump-and-dump stock scams, fake pharmaceutical spam email, Russian dating scams, and ransomware.
North Korea Internet Use Spikes As Regime Turns to Hacking, Cryptocurrency
"The Kim regime has developed a model for using and exploiting the internet that is unique—it is a nation run like a criminal syndicate," the Recorded Future report said.
Lawyer Admits She Emailed Herself Threats From Enraged Marijuana Advocate
Julia Ezell, the former lawyer for the Oklahoma State Department of Health, has plead guilty to two misdemeanor counts for falsifying death threats against her from non-existent angry marijuana advocates.
DoorDash Hack: How to Find Out if Your Data Was Stolen in the Major Breach
"We take the security of our community very seriously," said the food delivery company, which wasn't aware of the May breach until earlier this month.
Former VA Employee Offered To Sell Patient Data for $100,000
A former Arkansas VA database administrator pleaded guilty in federal court after being accused of offering to sell private information to an informant.
Military Members' Photos on Social Media Being Used by Cybercriminals
The report notes a range of efforts to target servicemembers online, including foreign attempts to promote the "Vets for Trump" Facebook page and use of pictures of soldiers in so-called "romance scams."
Was Capital One Hacked or Breached? How Did It Happen and Who Is to Blame?
Experts tell "Newsweek" why the Capital One intrusion was both a hack and a breach, and how the bank may hold the "ultimate responsibility" for the data theft.
Amazon Refuses Blame for Capital One Data Breach, Says Cloud Service Secure
Amazon Web Services "was not compromised in any way and functioned as designed," the firm told Newsweek. Capital One said a breach impacted 100 million individuals in the U.S. and six million people in Canada.
What is Ransomware? Georgia Courts Latest to Fall Victim to Cyberattack
Last month, at least three Florida towns and cities fell victim to similar incidents and decided to pay more than $1 million to hackers to restore their systems. It remains unknown if the attacks are linked.
Millions of EA Origin Gamer Accounts Were Open to Hackers: Cyber Experts
"If a hacker had exploited the flaws, they could have taken over a legitimate Origin user's entire account," one researcher told Newsweek. Luckily, the bugs were never exploited.
Binance Hacked: Huge Cryptocurrency Exchange Loses $40 Million in Bitcoin
"While it is a very expensive lesson for us, it is nevertheless a lesson," the company CEO responded.
Two Dark Web Markets Selling Drugs and Stolen Data Dismantled, Arrests Made
Dark web markets are now "being picked off one by one," according to a top cybersecurity expert.
Mother Faces Prison for Calling Ex's Wife a Horse
"I hope you go under the ground you idiot…You left me for this horse," one Facebook comment read.
'Arrogant': China Slams U.S. After Hacking Charges
"They believe that a lie repeated a thousand times will become the truth," said a Chinese government spokesperson.
Hackers Claim Facebook Private Messages Were Stolen
"We have contacted browser makers to ensure that known malicious extensions are no longer available to download," Facebook said.
North Korea Calls U.S. Hacking Claims 'Vicious Slander'
The allegation may impact joint statement adopted at the DPRK-U.S. Summit, North Korea warned.