50 Million Users Affected in Latest Facebook Security Breach

Facebook said Friday it has discovered a security issue affecting almost 50 million accounts. According to Facebook, attackers exploited a vulnerability in Facebook’s code...

Port of San Diego’s IT Systems Disrupted by Ransomware Attack

The Port of San Diego said Thursday it is partnering with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...
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Uber Reaches $148 Million Settlement With U.S. States Over 2016 Breach

Uber has reached a $148 million settlement with 50 U.S states, including Washington, D.C., to resolve allegations that it failed to report a significant...

White House to Prioritize Cyber Offense on Hackers in New Cyber Strategy

The Trump administration on Thursday warned foreign hackers of its intention to increase offensive measures as part of a new national cyber security strategy. “We...
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Wyden Says State-Backed Hackers Targeted U.S. Senate Staff

A Democratic senator said in a letter to Senate leaders Wednesday that foreign government hackers continue to target the personal accounts of U.S. senators...

We Are at The Edge of Realizing the Potentials of Bug Bounties and Crowdsourced...

More organizations are taking advantage of bug bounty programs to strengthen their security postures. It simply makes sense – crowdsource the best cyber talent...
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ICO Slams Equifax With Maximum £500,000 Fine Over 2107 Breach

UK’s Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has issued Equifax with a £500,000 (US$660,000) fine for failing to protect up to 15 million citizens' personal data. The...
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Hackers Steal Newegg Customer Data Via Malicious Javascript Code

Online retailer Newegg is the latest victim of the actors behind Magecart, a financial theft group responsible for the recent breach of British Airways...

NCCIC Issues Advisory on Potential Hurricane Florence Phishing Scams

The National Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Center (NCCIC) has urged for increased vigilance against malicious cyber activity seeking to exploit interest in Hurricane Florence. Fraudulent...
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Symantec Offers Free ‘Spoof Proof’ Campaign Website Testing Service Ahead of Elections

Cybersecurity firm Symantec on Tuesday said it is offering a free service to enable political candidates and campaigns test the security and authenticity of...