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Security firm now says toothbrush DDOS attack didn't happen
By Mark Tyson published
Around three million smart toothbrushes have been infected by hackers and enslaved into botnets. They caused millions of Euros in damages for a Swiss company, according to a newspaper report.
Your washing machine could be sending 3.7 GB of data a day
By Mark Tyson published
An LG washing machine owner disconnected the appliance from Wi-Fi after noticing it ate 3.66GB of daily data. He took to Twitter / X to ask for help and advice.
Windows and Linux devices are vulnerable to security-bypassing LogoFAIL exploit
By Roshan Ashraf Shaikh published
Newly discovered LogoFAIL vulnerability acts early enough to bypass hardware and software security measures, making it nearly impossible to detect or remove.
Russian Ukraine-targeting malware now found on systems worldwide
By Roshan Shaikh published
Russian hackers made 'LitterDrifter' too simple and effective to gain intel from unintended targets
Phony Corsair LinkedIn Listing Contains DarkGate Malware
By Brandon Hill published
The DarkGate malware is distributed by a Vietnamese cybercriminal ring.
FBI: AI Makes it Easier for Hackers to Generate Attacks
By Francisco Pires published
Give the crowd a tool, and the crowd will...
NSA, Microsoft Issue Critical Cyberthreat Report to US Infrastructures Backed by Chinese State-Sponsored Actor
By Francisco Pires published
Popular Republic of China (PRC)-linked cybercriminal group Void Typhoon has been the target of a Cybersecurity Advisory bulletin for aiming to compromise critical US communications infrastructure.
Boot Guard Keys From MSI Hack Posted, Endangering PCs. (Update: Intel Responds)
By Mark Tyson last updated
Hackers will be able to sign modified software and firmware and bypass Boot Guard, so please ensure any updates come from official sources.
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