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Apple fixes three zero-days, one abused by XCSSET macOS malware

Apple has released security updates to patch three macOS and tvOS zero-day vulnerabilities attackers exploited in the wild, with the former being abused by the XCSSET malware to bypass macOS privacy protections.

Australia to remove Chinese surveillance cameras amid security fears

It follows moves by the UK and US last year citing concerns that China could access the devices.

Android 14 Will Block Malware With Enhanced Security Updates

Android 14 includes several behavior changes and other updates to block malware from abusing permissions, install apps, and more.

Apple fixes new WebKit zero-day exploited to hack iPhones, Macs

Apple has released emergency security updates to address a new zero-day vulnerability used in attacks to hack iPhones, iPads, and Macs.

Hyundai, Kia patch bug allowing car thefts with a USB cable

Automakers Hyundai and KIA are rolling out an emergency software update on several of their car models impacted by an easy hack that makes it possible to steal them.

North Korean Hacker Group Targeted Medical & Energy Sectors

The North Korean Lazarus hacking group has been identified as the culprit behind a recent cyber espionage operation known as "No Pineapple!".

Serious 2FA Bypass Vulnerability Affected Facebook And Instagram

The 2FA bypass vulnerability existed in Instagram's new layout for "Meta Accounts Center", affecting linked Facebook accounts.

Royal Mail hit by Russia-linked ransomware attack

The group is working "around the clock" to resolve severe disruption to overseas deliveries.

The Bahamas secured $3.5 billion of FTX's assets to give back to customers and creditors

The Bahamian authorities have disclosed that they're holding on to $3.5 billion worth of FTX's assets. It took control of them following the company's bankruptcy so they don't go missing.

Google Voice gains the ability to flag suspected spam calls

Using AI, Google Voice will now add the 'Suspected spam caller' label to warn users about any incoming spam calls. The feature is available to all Google Voice users and requires no admin control.

Google Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption In Gmail

Gmail CSE (client-side encryption) is currently available in beta, allowing interested users to apply for this feature by January 2023.

Netgear warns users to patch recently fixed WiFi router bug

Netgear has fixed a high-severity vulnerability affecting multiple WiFi router models and advised customers to update their devices to the latest available firmware as soon as possible.

Google Home speakers allowed hackers to snoop on conversations

A bug in Google Home smart speaker allowed installing a backdoor account that could be used to control it remotely and to turn it into a snooping device by accessing the microphone feed.

Twitter in data-protection probe after '400 million' user details up for sale

Politicians and celebrities are said to be affected but the scale of the data breach is unverified.

Ukraine shuts down fraudulent call center claiming 18,000 victims

A group of imposters operating out of a Ukrainian call center defrauded thousands of victims while pretending to be IT security employees at their banks and leading them to believe that attackers had gained access to their bank accounts.

Facebook to Pay $725 Million to settle Lawsuit Over Cambridge Analytica Data Leak

Facebook has reached a settlement of$725 million in a lawsuit over the Cambridge Analytica data leak.

Ex-Twitter employee Gets 3.5 Years Jail for Spying on Behalf of Saudi Arabia

A former Twitter employee has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison for spying on data about certain individuals and passing it on to the

Trojanized Windows 10 Installer Used in Cyberattacks Against Ukrainian Government Entities

Researchers have uncovered a new campaign targeting Ukrainian government entities via trojanized Windows 10 operating system installers.

Apple New Webkit Zero-day Flaw Used Actively Used in Attacks Against iPhones

Furthermore, Apple said that the bug "may have been actively exploited" against older versions in security bulletins published today for iOS/iPadOS 15.7.2, Safari 16.2, tvOS 16.2, and macOS Ventura 13.1.

A convenient way to delete voice history records from an Alexa device

There's a simple trick to remove or delete voice history records from an Alexa device. Just head to the Alexa app settings, choose your device, and select a time period. Find out how it is done!

Android malware apps with 2 million installs spotted on Google Play

A new set of Android malware, phishing, and adware apps have infiltrated the Google Play store, tricking over two million people into installing them.

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