Twitter faces a data breach of 5.4 million accounts
2022 has not been the best year for Twitter; from the problems it has had thanks to Elon Musk to breaches in its security, the little blue bird has been having a terrible few months. But that has not stopped its users from continuing to interact and share their thoughts. After all, in this network, […]
30 apps that distribute malware were found in the Play Store
Downloading apps is something very common on any smartphone and tablet. They have become so popular that applications have been created for PCs, and we cannot ignore the web ones. But in one of the most popular app stores, the Play Store, 30 apps that distribute malware were found. Learn the details in the following […]
Play Store brings back the Android app permissions section
A few weeks ago, Google announced that it was removing the app permissions section in its Android system, and even in the web version of the Play Store. However, these days they decided to retract this change and return to the previous version. Learn more details in the following lines. Read: Risks of connecting to […]
Risks of connecting to a public WiFi network
Public WiFi networks are gaining more ground every day, something understandable when you notice that many businesses use them to stand out from the competition. Apart from the fact that it is now considered good customer service to have such a network, it does not matter where you are. Now that the holiday season is […]
Can we predict crimes in the best Minority Report style?
Minority Report is a science fiction movie, and many thought that decades would pass before seeing how this technology became a reality. However, everything seems to indicate that perhaps the future where the forces of order can predict crimes is not as far away as thought. In this case, a group of researchers from the […]
YouTube is the new place to scam with cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies are considered the future of money. For many, it is not surprising that perhaps in a few decades, money will only be handled that way, especially if the vision of the metaverse, to which many weighty companies are betting, is achieved. However, cryptos are already here, and many people invest in them, so falling […]
Emails with fake resumes are used to distribute malware
Every day, users receive many emails of different kinds. In corporate accounts, it is not surprising that emails arrive with attachments associated with work, so it is difficult to suspect them. However, since they are associated with the organization’s internal network, you must be careful when you open them. The latest move from cybercriminals is […]
Apple presents its new security feature: “Lockdown Mode”
This past Wednesday, Apple delighted experts and users alike with its new technological advances and equipment for the remainder of the year. However, at the level of cybersecurity, there is a new feature that they will begin to add to their iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura systems, called: Lockdown Mode. Showing interesting details […]
Most common digital threats in the first half of the year
The ESET company released its mid-year report on the most common digital threats found during these first 6 months. Despite the increase in cases, it is worrying to see how users continue to fall for the same techniques that cybercriminals have used for several years. It also shows how Spain is the third country in […]
The US FCC asks to remove TikTok from app stores
The data protection of each user on digital platforms has become a matter of great concern. With each passing week, new sites and social networks are emerging where users want to register without fully understanding the implications of sharing their information. Since TikTok is rising in popularity, many countries have taken precautions because the app […]
Black Basta Ransomware is the new threat in the digital world
In the world of cybercriminals, it is not strange to run into a new threat every few months. In this case, it is a new ransomware named Black Basta. Although there are several indications of who may be the minds behind this new malware, not everything is defined. The only thing is that it already […]
An old Safari vulnerability is still exploited in the wild
Safari is the browser used on all iOS devices. However, an old vulnerability was found to be exploited in the wild earlier this year; it is a bit surprising how old it is, which led the Google Project Zero team to give a very detailed report on this failure. Know the details in the following […]
Travel phishing grows with the summer arrival
For many users, summer is synonymous with travel and, in the north of the planet, this new season is very close. However, since it is a very recurrent topic, and one that has become a trend on the web, cybercriminals are alert to use the tourism industry and its variants to deceive the vast majority […]
Dropbox credentials stolen with a resignation letter
We know that cybercriminals look every day for very creative ways to deceive users; in this way, they do not think that it is a fraud when they put their credentials on the pages they access. But, in this case, it is a resignation letter that is tricking many into handing over their Dropbox service […]
Emonet malware now attacks Chrome Browser
Emonet malware was widely named during the year 2020. However, after a major operation by the authorities, the attack infrastructure of this Trojan was dismantled. At the end of 2021, it appeared again, and this year it has been very active. It is currently attacking Chrome to steal users’ credit card information, which Google’s browser […]
Symbiote is the new malware on Linux
Linux is an operating system that, for a long time, had the reputation of being considered free of viruses and malware. But in recent years, cybercriminals have demonstrated their capabilities, gaining access and even attacking it with malware and ransomware. However, this time they reached a new level of attack with Symbiote, a malware that, […]
Microsoft Office is at risk of homograph attacks
Microsoft Office is the suite of document applications offered by Microsoft for Windows, although now we can find its variables for tablets and smartphones. But although they are excellent tools to work with the different types of documents that exist, they are under threat of homograph attacks by cybercriminals. Learn the details in this article. […]
The community of Navarra returns to the paper era due to ransomware
The community of Navarra in Spain is facing a cyberattack through ransomware, which prevents them from accessing their digital systems. This attack affects more than 179 entities and municipalities, putting many activities in the Foral Community on hold. Although this happened on May 18, the repercussions still affect many processes, along with being part of […]
Microsoft finds several flaws in pre-installed apps on Android
When buying a new smartphone, it’s normal to come with pre-installed apps, especially those from phone operators or those installed by equipment manufacturers and those that have become a staple in every phone. But on many occasions, users do not fully understand that these apps can cause serious security flaws. Get all the details of […]
Myths about the Cloud in 2022
The cloud is one of the most used technologies by both individuals and companies. However, there are still many myths around it, even in the middle of 2022. But all companies and users must overcome them and continue exploring the great advantages offered by cloud computing services the cloud online. In today’s article, we tell […]