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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

YouTube job scam text: How to spot it fast

The article discusses how to identify and avoid a growing trend of remote job scams, particularly those masquerading as legitimate YouTube job offers.

Mar 22 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Did you receive a notification about double charging? Don't do this at all

The Finnish Cyber Security Center warns against fraudulent emails claiming that users' payments have been charged twice, advising caution not to click on any links in the messages.

Mar 22 โ€ข 06:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The General Secretariat of Catholic Education Victim of a Cyber Attack

The General Secretariat of Catholic Education in France reported a cyber attack that compromised the personal data of 1.5 million individuals, including students, families, and teachers.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Do You Add a Number to Your Password? Why Itโ€™s Not Enough and How They Can Still Get In

Adding a number to the end of a password is a common but ineffective security measure that leaves vulnerabilities for cyber-attackers.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

NKSC presents a new course to help safely use artificial intelligence

The National Cyber Security Centre in Lithuania is launching a course aimed at educating citizens on the safe and responsible use of artificial intelligence tools.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Revolutionary Password Tip - Are You Using It Yet?

A cyber security expert emphasizes the importance of using password management tools to enhance security and make password management more manageable.

Mar 19 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Fraud Possible in Gas Booking, Police Issues Alert

The Kerala police have issued an alert regarding a new type of cyber fraud exploiting gas booking notifications to gain access to individuals' bank accounts.

Mar 19 โ€ข 02:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Life & Tech

How safe is Wi-Fi on airplanes? Experts explain the main risks

Experts warn about the risks associated with using Wi-Fi on airplanes, particularly emphasizing user behavior and the potential for hackers to create fake networks.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

What We Know About Iran's Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib

Esmail Khatib, Iran's intelligence minister, has a deep-rooted background in the Islamic Republic's security apparatus and has faced U.S. sanctions over alleged cyber operations.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Cyber Attacks and E-War on Greek Ships and Offices

The Greek shipping industry faces a surge in hybrid threats, including cyber attacks, which have intensified after conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Metrostar: Golden Award at Cyber Security Awards 2026 for Cyber Secure Notation application for its fleet

Metrostar Management Corp. won a Gold Award at the Cyber Security Awards 2026 for its Cyber Secure Notation initiative, enhancing cybersecurity in its fleet.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Quarantine Notification May Frighten โ€“ It Is Very Important That You Know What It Is About

The Finnish Cyber Security Centre warns about phishing emails creating panic by alleging that users' accounts are under quarantine due to suspicious traffic from an unidentified IP address traced to Russia.

Mar 17 โ€ข 17:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
World

Warnings of Iranian Cyberwar Following Major Hacking Attack

Experts warn of potential further cyberattacks from Iran in the aftermath of one of the largest cyber offensives it has launched during wartime.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Child Abuse: Internet Providers Can No Longer Scan Chats

Starting April 4, 2024, US internet providers will be prohibited from scanning private communications in the EU for child sexual abuse content, significantly impacting investigations.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

What is cyber hygiene for businesses?

The article discusses the importance of cyber hygiene practices for companies, highlighting the financial risks associated with neglecting these essential protocols.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

New Disruption at S-Bank

S-Bank experienced a new disruption in its mobile application and website access on Friday evening, following an earlier incident the same day.

Mar 13 โ€ข 17:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Poland Thwarted Cyber Attack on Its Nuclear Center. Iranian Footprint Being Investigated

Poland has successfully thwarted a cyber attack aimed at its nuclear facility, with investigations pointing towards a potential Iranian link.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Many are unaware of this e-banking feature: change these settings as soon as possible

A rise in cyber fraud in Lithuania emphasizes the need for users to adjust e-banking settings to protect against scams.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:40 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Congo-Kinshasa: Enforced Disappearances Surge in Kinshasa

The article highlights a significant rise in enforced disappearances in Kinshasa, attributed to the actions of Congolese security forces and the controversial use of the National Cyber Defense Council.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government's Major High Security Alert for Chrome Users

The Indian government has issued a cyber alert warning Chrome users to update their browsers promptly to avoid potential hacking.

Mar 11 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Supreme Security Agency's forecast: Finland's security situation may worsen after the war in Ukraine โ€“ "Extremely likely"

According to Finland's Security Intelligence Service, the country's security situation could deteriorate post-Ukraine war, with heightened concerns about Russian espionage and cyber attacks.

Mar 10 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government's warning for internet users: Do this immediately, or risk hacking

The Indian government has issued a significant cyber alert regarding security vulnerabilities in Google Chrome, urging users to update their browser immediately to avoid being targeted by hackers.

Mar 10 โ€ข 15:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
World

Russian hackers target Signal, WhatsApp in global cyber campaign

Dutch intelligence reports reveal that Russian hackers are conducting a large-scale cyber campaign aiming to compromise Signal and WhatsApp accounts of important individuals.

Mar 9 โ€ข 20:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Strengthening Digital Resilience in Lithuania: From New Centers to a Growing Community

The National Cyber Security Centre (NKSC) of Lithuania emphasizes the importance of enhancing digital resilience through initiatives presented at the Cyber Security Day event.

Mar 9 โ€ข 15:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Threat of Hacking on WhatsApp and Signal, Dutch Intelligence Agency Issues Alert

A cyber security alert has been issued regarding the messaging apps Signal and WhatsApp, highlighting that Russian-backed hackers have compromised multiple user accounts, primarily targeting government officials, military personnel, and journalists.

Mar 9 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Why Haven't We Yet Reached a Passwordless Future?

The article discusses the slow adoption of passwordless authentication despite its security advantages over traditional passwords.

Mar 9 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Trump's Cyber Leader Resigns โ€“ Leaked Secret Information

The temporary head of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Madhu Gottumukkala, has resigned amidst a leadership change involving the agency's management responsibilities and reported leaks of sensitive information.

Mar 8 โ€ข 20:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Reports of virtual crimes rise 12% in Campinas; see security guidelines

Campinas, Brazil, has seen a 12% increase in reports of cyber crimes, according to local police data.

Mar 7 โ€ข 00:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

WSJ: USA investigates cyber attack against FBI network

The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating a cyber attack on an internal FBI network that may be linked to hackers associated with the Chinese government.

Mar 6 โ€ข 23:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

New Russian Threats: Started Publishing Secret Images from People's Homes

The article discusses the cyber group Morningstar's alarming breach of privacy, revealing that they published images from private homes in Finland, Sweden, and Denmark, raising concerns about security and surveillance.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Digital Security: How Companies in Dachau Can Prepare Against Cyber Attacks

Cybersecurity expert Peter Kestner warns local businesses in Dachau about the under-recognized threats posed by professional hackers during a recent information session.

Mar 3 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

โ€˜National Tax Service Seized Coinsโ€™ First Thief Arrested in His 40s... Second Thief Under Investigation

A man in his 40s has been arrested for the initial theft of virtual assets seized by the National Tax Service, while authorities investigate a second theft that occurred shortly thereafter.

Mar 3 โ€ข 03:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Attention to Lithuania's resilience in the virtual space: invited to look at the behind-the-scenes of cyber security

Lithuania is hosting a Cyber Security Day on March 5, focusing on advancements in digital defense and emphasizing the nation's efforts to safeguard data against cyber threats.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Government to Set Up Expert Meeting in April for Security Document Revisions, Including Cyber Experts

The Japanese government is finalizing plans to establish an expert panel in April to discuss revisions to three key security documents, focusing on defense spending and sourcing.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The costs of fighting hackers may lead to higher food prices

The recent amendment to the Cyber Security Act in Poland poses financial challenges for food producers, impacting food prices.

Mar 2 โ€ข 03:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How Do Countries Technically Fall Before Missiles Arrive?

The article explores the concept of 'technical fall' where nations can collapse due to cyber warfare before traditional military actions take place.

Mar 1 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Has WhatsApp's Rule Changed from Today?

Starting today, new telecom cyber security rules in India will link messaging apps like WhatsApp with active SIM cards, impacting millions of users.

Mar 1 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Out of Curiosity, I Embezzled the IRS Virtual Assets"... Police Report Received, Under Investigation

The police have received a report about the embezzlement of virtual assets from the National Tax Service, where the perpetrator allegedly acted out of curiosity after seeing a discussion online.

Mar 1 โ€ข 02:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Cyber Security Center to be Established in India

Israel will provide significant assistance in establishing India's number one cyber security center aiming to counter cyber attacks and enhance network and system monitoring.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Expert: The threat revealed in Sweden against the energy network must be taken seriously

According to cyber security expert Tuukka Heikkilรค, a newly discovered threat in Sweden must be taken seriously, reflecting a similar cyber attack on Poland's energy infrastructure.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

AI, Cyber Security and UPI... 16 Agreements Between India and Israel During PM Modi's Visit

During Prime Minister Modi's two-day visit to Israel, 16 agreements were signed between India and Israel in various sectors, highlighting the strategic and technological partnerships between the two nations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

PM Modi saw Future Tech in Israel: From AI to Health

PM Modi attended a tech exhibition in Jerusalem where he explored various innovations in AI, cyber security, health-tech, quantum technology, and agri-tech.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Free WiFi Trap: Be Aware! Hackers Are Now Conducting Such Scams

The article warns about the dangers of using free WiFi networks at places like airports and cafes, outlining potential cyber fraud risks.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

USA: Sanctions on Russia and UAE involve individuals and entities related to cyberspace

The United States has imposed sanctions against Russia and the UAE, targeting individuals and entities involved in cyber activities harmful to U.S. national security.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Expert explains how fraudsters and digital fatigue can trap even cautious users

An expert warns that not only the naive fall victim to cyber fraud, as even experienced users can be misled due to digital fatigue and increasingly sophisticated scams.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Cyber Scammers Preparing Attack Under the Head of the Czech National Bank

Cyber scammers are planning attacks impersonating the Czech National Bank, causing concerns about cybersecurity in the country.

Feb 24 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

India releases new anti-terror policy

India has introduced a new anti-terrorism policy aimed at enhancing the country's capabilities to combat both cyber and conventional terrorism.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

If you use this kind of password, change it immediately

A security study warns against using AI-generated passwords due to their predictability and vulnerability to cyber attacks.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Top AI firm alleges Chinese labs used 24K fake accounts to siphon US tech

Anthropic claims three Chinese AI labs exploited 24,000 fake accounts to access advanced US AI technologies.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Decisive 'PRAHAAR' Against Terrorism, Government Releases Country's First Anti-Terror Policy

India has launched its first official anti-terror policy called 'PRAHAAR', which aims to counter both traditional and emerging threats including cyber attacks and drone technology.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:52 UTC

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