Security News

25 Million U.S. Individuals Impacted by 2016 Uber Hack
2018-04-13 13:09

The 2016 data breach that Uber made public in November 2017 impacted over 25 million riders and drivers in the United States, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reveals. read more

How SMBs can protect themselves from hacks and data breaches
2018-04-13 11:16

Identity Guard SVP Jerry Thompson shares cybersecurity tips for budget-constrained startups and SMBs.

When Identity Thieves Hack Your Accountant
2018-04-11 18:11

The Internal Revenue Service has been urging tax preparation firms to step up their cybersecurity efforts this year, warning that identity thieves and hackers increasingly are targeting certified...

Considering The Complexities of Hack Back Laws
2018-04-11 15:53

Are the ‘Hack Back’ Laws Being Proposed by Congress a Good Idea? read more

Emergency broadcast system hack shows need for encrypted wireless communication
2018-04-11 13:13

Emergency sirens sold by Acoustic Technology use an unencrypted command and control system broadcast over the air, which allowed attackers to commandeer them.

Hacks Fifth Avenue: Crooks slurp bank cards from luxury chain Saks
2018-04-01 00:00

Bougie buyers bitten by baddies' bank-blasting bug Updated Luxury store chain Saks Fifth Avenue has confirmed it was the victim of a massive cyber-attack that could compromise millions of shoppers.…

China-Linked APT15 Used Myriad of New Tools To Hack UK Government Contractor
2018-03-13 16:16

Cyber espionage group APT15 is back, this time stealing sensitive data from a UK government contractor.

Equifax Identifies 2.4 Million More Affected by Massive Hack
2018-03-02 03:26

US credit bureau Equifax said Thursday it identified an additional 2.4 million American consumers affected by last year's massive data breach that sparked a public outcry and a congressional...

Hack In The Box announces keynote speakers for 2018 Amsterdam event
2018-02-20 18:08

Hack In The Box Security Conference (HITBSecConf) is returning to Amsterdam in April this year with more than 70 speakers who will take to stage. This year’s marks the 9th annual HITBSecConf in...

Over $100,000 Paid Out in 'Hack the Air Force 2.0'
2018-02-15 14:09

HackerOne on Thursday announced the results of a bug bounty challenge run by the U.S. Air Force on its platform. More than $100,000 were paid out for over 100 vulnerabilities reported during Hack...