Security News > 2017 > August

Energy Management Systems Expose Devices to Attacks (Security Week)
2017-08-21 10:42

Researchers have demonstrated a new class of fault attacks possible due to the poor security design of energy management systems present in most modern computing devices. read more

Turla Cyberspies Use New Dropper in G20 Attacks (Security Week)
2017-08-21 09:19

The Russia-linked cyber espionage group known as Turla has been using a new malware dropper in attacks apparently aimed at entities interested in G20, security firm Proofpoint reported last week. read more

Warning: Enigma Hacked; Over $470,000 in Ethereum Stolen So Far (The Hackers News)
2017-08-21 02:52

More Ethereum Stolen! An unknown hacker has so far stolen more than $471,000 worth of Ethereum—one of the most popular and increasingly valuable cryptocurrencies—in yet another Ethereum hack that...

Doctor Implanted 6 MicroChips Under His Skin to Unlock Doors and Secure Data (The Hackers News)
2017-08-21 02:14

Biohacking could be a next big thing in this smart world. At the beginning of this month, several dozen employees of Three Square Market (32M) received microchip implants in their hands during a...

Week in review: WordPress ransomware, NotPetya aftermath (Help Net Security)
2017-08-21 02:00

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news and articles: EV ransomware is targeting WordPress sites WordPress security outfit Wordfence has flagged several attempts by...

New Snowden Leak Exposes NSA's Spying Hub in Australia (The Hackers News)
2017-08-20 10:00

The new documents leaked by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden has exposed a United States secretive facility located near a remote town in Australia's Northern Territory for covertly monitoring...

Smart Devices Can Be Hijacked to Track Your Body Movements And Activities Remotely (The Hackers News)
2017-08-20 03:17

If your smartphones, tablets, smart refrigerators, smart TVs and other smart devices are smart enough to make your life easier, their smart behavior could also be leveraged by hackers to steal...

Friday Squid Blogging: Brittle Star Catches a Squid (Schneier on Security)
2017-08-18 21:27

Watch a brittle star catch a squid, and then lose it to another brittle star. As usual, you can also use this squid post to talk about the security stories in the news that I haven't covered. Read...

Inside ISMG's NYC Fraud & Breach Prevention Summit (InfoRiskToday)
2017-08-18 20:48

Event Offers Insights on Solving Real-World ProblemsAt ISMG's recent New York Fraud & Breach Prevention Summit, attendees interacted with technology solution providers and other thought leaders,...

Accused Yahoo Hacker to be Handed Over to U.S. Marshals (Security Week)
2017-08-18 19:56

A Canadian man accused of carrying out devastating cyberattacks on Yahoo waived his right to an extradition hearing on Friday and will soon be handed over to US marshals. read more