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 […]
An unresolved flaw in PayPal can harm its users
PayPal is a digital currency service used globally by many users, especially those who work independently or businesses that want to offer various forms of payment. However, since the end of last year, a cybersecurity researcher found a flaw in the money transfer system, which remains unsolved until now. Find out all the details in […]
A Venezuelan doctor is the mastermind behind Thanos Ransomware
This Monday, the United States Department of Justice has raised several accusations against a Venezuelan cardiologist for being the author of Thanos Ransomware, which has been wreaking havoc in the world since its first appearance. What no one expected is that a renowned doctor from Venezuela was the mastermind behind all these illegal acts. Learn […]
WordPress sites have been hacked to redirect them to scam sites
The last few weeks, WordPress has been under many attacks. These have shown great planning as they attack not only plugins, but are capable of injecting vulnerable code that makes visited sites lead to others, which will trick visitors. In April, there was a wave of attacks exploiting weaknesses in the plugins WordPress sites rely […]
A Nerbian RAT is targeting entities in Italy, Spain and The U.K.
A remote access trojan (RAT) that had not been documented until recently has been wreaking havoc in Europe, especially entities in countries such as Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. This Trojan uses covid-19-themed phishing techniques to trick users into gaining unauthorized access. Learn more about the Nerbian RAT with this article. Read: Spain’s public […]
Spain’s public administration is under the radar of cybercriminals
Spain has become a focal point for cybercriminal activities, from spying on big names in the Spanish government to attacking different organizations and systems of public institutions. The last blow is for the City Council of Lugo, but this attack only shows how weak many public systems are not only in Spain but throughout the […]
Learn what are the biggest password problems
Today, being World Password Day, we are going to talk about a very important topic, one that everyone seems to avoid just for their own comfort. Creating a strong password is not complicated and only takes a couple of minutes. The problem is that most users go with what they quickly remember or are familiar […]
Microsoft discovers new privilege escalation flaws in Linux
The Microsoft 365 Defender team discovered two privilege escalation flaws in Linux operating system. These flaws are worrisome as they can cause further damage by giving access for various malicious operations. Although Linux was long thought to be one of the most secure systems, it is now known that cybercriminals have only looked for more […]
Elon Musk’s Twitter will offer end-to-end encryption in DMs
The shocking news this week was the purchase of the microblogging platform Twitter, by the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, Elon Musk. News that impressed many due to the length of the negotiations. Despite knowing Elon’s work, there are many users concerned about the changes. However, one of the things he wants to change is […]
T-Mobile confirms to have been a Lapsus$’s victim
Although it had been believed that the Lapsus$ extortion group had retired for a vacation, added to the news that several of its members were arrested, including the alleged leader, it turns out that between March and April they have been very active with other attacks on important companies. In this case, T-Mobile, dedicated to […]