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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

In a few weeks, 150 million crowns disappeared. Vishing is in full swing in the Czech Republic

A significant amount of money, estimated at 150 million crowns, has been lost to vishing scams in the Czech Republic over a short period.

Mar 23 โ€ข 09:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

BTG suspends Pix after hacker attack diverts R$ 100 million

BTG Pactual has temporarily suspended Pix transactions after a hacker attack estimated to have diverted R$ 100 million.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cisco's free cybersecurity course offers spots in Alto Tietรช

Students in Alto Tietรช can enroll in Cisco Brasil's 12th edition of the CyberEducation program, which provides professional training in cybersecurity with free registration until March 29.

Mar 22 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

A missile hits the headquarters of a cybersecurity company in Tel Aviv... what did the images reveal?

A missile strike in Holon, near Tel Aviv, caused significant damage to the headquarters of the Israeli cybersecurity firm MER Group.

Mar 22 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

On Guard of Cybersecurity. 30th Anniversary of CERT Poland and SECURE 2026 Conference

CERT Poland celebrates its 30th anniversary and highlights its significant contributions to cybersecurity on a national and international level, as stated by its director, Radosล‚aw Nielek.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:11 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‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Experts in security explain why you should turn off your phone for five minutes every day

Digital security experts recommend turning off your phone for five minutes daily to enhance performance and reduce cybersecurity risks.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

โ€œWatering holeโ€: how the technique used by hackers to attack iPhones in the U.S. works

A recent investigation has uncovered a wave of cyberattacks targeting iPhones utilizing a sophisticated technique known as 'watering hole' that compromises legitimate websites to infect unwitting visitors.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
World

US Confirms: Iranian Intelligence Is Behind the Hacker Group 'Handala'

The US officially accused Iran of operating the hacker group 'Handala' and shut down four of its websites last week.

Mar 21 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Fake Google security page can turn your browser into a spying tool

A new phishing scam impersonates Google security checks to install malware on users' browsers, turning them into tools for spying without actual hacking.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
World

Russian Intelligence targets American messaging app users, FBI says

The FBI has reported that Russian intelligence-linked hackers are targeting high-profile U.S. messaging app users, including government officials and journalists, resulting in significant account breaches.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A New Danger in Finnish Home Networks โ€“ This Device Can Hijack Internet Connections

A new threat has emerged in Finland involving malicious code infecting consumer devices, which is part of a larger scheme by the Chinese company Ipidea to mask internet traffic.

Mar 21 โ€ข 06:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Government's Important Warning, Are You Using This Phone? Take This Action

India's cybersecurity agency has issued an advisory warning smartphone and computer users about vulnerabilities found in Apple devices that could be exploited by hackers.

Mar 21 โ€ข 05:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

FBI warns Russian hackers targeting Americans on Signal; thousands of accounts compromised

The FBI has issued a warning about Russian hackers targeting Signal users, compromising thousands of accounts and gaining access to sensitive information.

Mar 20 โ€ข 21:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Women's inclusion in cybersecurity is a social and strategic issue

The article discusses the slow progress of women's inclusion in the cybersecurity workforce, highlighting the historical male dominance in the field and the changing nature of cybersecurity.

Mar 20 โ€ข 18:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

US Action Against Iranian Hackers Amidst War, Seizes 4 Cyber Network Domains

The US has launched a digital campaign against the Iranian hacking group 'Handala' by seizing four domains linked to their cyber operations targeting American and Israeli entities.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Hospital cyberattacks threaten patient safety

A ransomware attack on the University of Mississippi Medical Center illustrates the severe impact of cyberattacks on hospital operations and patient safety.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
Crime & Justice

Criminal Oddity Cost Thousands: Paying a 'Fine', a ลฝemaitis Remembers That He Did Not Violate Anything

A 58-year-old man from the Skuodas district fell victim to a scam that resulted in the theft of 2,200 euros from his bank account.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Zelenskyy on new Kremlin messaging app where Russians are being pushed: We will get to Max as well

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the challenges posed by Russia's new messaging app, Max, and the potential impacts of social media restrictions on public sentiment in Russia.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Fraudsters Present Themselves as Omniva Couriers

Fraudsters in Estonia are impersonating Omniva couriers to deceive individuals into revealing personal identification through phone calls.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

Iran combines real missile attacks with online threats

Iran's recent missile attacks on Israel were accompanied by a misinformation campaign and cyberattacks targeting Israeli citizens.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Crime & Justice

Hacker wanted bitcoin from blackmailed N.S. legislator, police say

A Nova Scotia legislator, Rick Burns, has been targeted in a hacking and blackmail scheme where the hacker demanded bitcoin after releasing compromising materials.

Mar 20 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Germany liquidated networks of mass cyber attacks

Germany has dismantled networks used for mass cyber attacks that consisted of millions of compromised internet devices.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Germany dismantled huge cyber attack bot networks

Germany has dismantled significant bot networks, Aisuru and Kimwolf, which posed a major threat to IT infrastructure.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Germany shuts down the world's two largest botnets

Germany, along with the USA and Canada, has shut down two of the world's largest botnets linked to significant cyberattacks, according to German authorities.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Personal Information of Finnish MPs Leaked to the Dark Web from Dating Sites

A significant number of Finnish MPs' personal data has been leaked to the dark web due to their use of parliamentary email addresses on third-party services.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Etuovi Warns: This Could Happen to You

Etuovi and Finlandโ€™s Cybersecurity Center warn about fraudulent messages targeting users of property rental sites.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

1st Blue Heritage Summit Thessaloniki: The digital transformation of Greek ports

The 1st Blue Heritage Summit in Thessaloniki highlighted the importance of digital transformation in Greek ports, despite bureaucratic constraints.

Mar 20 โ€ข 08:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Research Reveals: Information of Members of Parliament Leaked to the Dark Web

A study has revealed that the personal information of several Finnish parliament members has been leaked to the dark web.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

One in four members of Parliament appears on the dark web

A new survey reveals that one in four members of Norway's Parliament has had personal information leaked on the dark web due to using their official email for sign-ups on data breach-prone services.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A group of sensitive information about members of parliament has been revealed from the dark web

Sensitive information about Finnish parliament members has been leaked to the dark web following data breaches, including passwords.

Mar 20 โ€ข 06:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Federal Intelligence Service: The Code Breakers of the Future

The article reveals that Germany's Federal Intelligence Service (BND) is planning to invest heavily in technology and personnel at its Bonn location, where code breakers and experts have been working for years.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

OpenClaw: An Open Revolution in Artificial Intelligence or a Cybersecurity Nightmare?

The emergence of the OpenClaw AI agent raises significant questions about automation and cybersecurity risks.

Mar 20 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

This Dangerous Android Malware Takes Complete Control of Your Phone, Here's How to Stay Safe

A new Android malware known as Perseus has been discovered, capable of copying sensitive content from smartphones and taking full control over them.

Mar 20 โ€ข 02:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Apple urges to update iPhone immediately: hackers attack models with outdated software in the US

Cybersecurity firms have warned of a massive cyber attack targeting iPhone users with outdated iOS versions, urging immediate software updates for safety.

Mar 20 โ€ข 00:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Survey: One in four parliamentary politicians appear on the dark web

A recent survey reveals that one in four members of Norway's parliament have had their personal information exposed on the dark web due to poor cybersecurity practices.

Mar 19 โ€ข 19:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Data centers, underwater cables: these technological infrastructures have become strategic targets for Iran

Iranian drone attacks have damaged three Amazon Web Services data centers in the UAE and Bahrain, highlighting a direct threat to US digital infrastructures.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

It took 12 years, but now this top-secure device has been hacked

A hacker successfully breached the highly secure Xbox One console after 12 years since its release, showcasing a new method that could allow unauthorized applications and pirated games to run.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:40 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‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Life & Tech

Phishing scam exploits Apple Mail 'trusted sender' label

A new phishing scam uses Apple Mail's 'trusted sender' label to deceive users into believing fraudulent emails are legitimate.

Mar 19 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Suspicious Emails Circulating: 'Immediate Action Necessary'

Authorities in Iceland are warning about suspicious emails claiming consumers will suffer damage to their electronic data if they do not take immediate action.

Mar 19 โ€ข 15:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Healthcare Without Protection. Attacks on Medical Facilities Are Just a Matter of Time

Cyberattacks on the healthcare sector have reached unprecedented levels, with medical facilities becoming prime targets for hackers due to their vulnerable data and inadequate security measures.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

The security of data in the shared network drive of police departments is unacceptable

Concerns have been raised about the inadequate security measures of the shared network drive used by police departments in Iceland.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Preparation for Crisis or War: Swedes Required to Have Cash at Home for a Week, Stores Must Accept It

The Swedish government is urging people to keep cash at home for emergencies and is proposing a mandate for shops to accept cash payments, reflecting concerns over potential cyberattacks.

Mar 19 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Your phone number can be hijacked for fraudulent use โ€“ several reports to authorities

Authorities in Finland are investigating cases of phone numbers being used to create Telegram accounts without the owner's consent, raising concerns about security vulnerabilities.

Mar 19 โ€ข 12:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Fact Bar: Another Chinese giant wants a data center in Finland

Chinese tech giant Alibaba Cloud plans to establish a data center in Finland, recruiting over ten technical experts in the Helsinki area amid rising security concerns regarding its operations.

Mar 19 โ€ข 11:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Apple issues spyware alert to iPhone users

Apple has alerted users about new spyware that affects older versions of its iOS operating system, urging them to update to protect their data.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The National Cybersecurity Authority denies the existence of a warning letter to companies and agencies regarding potential Iranian cyberattacks

The National Cybersecurity Authority of Greece has refuted claims that it issued a warning letter to companies about potential Iranian cyberattacks, emphasizing that such reports are misleading.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Hacking Concealment' Improvement Discussion:

A recent discussion highlighted the need for systemic changes to discourage companies from concealing evidence of hacking incidents, as the current laws often favor concealment over transparency.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

National Cybersecurity Authority: Fake news regarding the 'urgent warning' about Iran

Greece's National Cybersecurity Authority denies issuing a warning to companies about potential Iranian cyberattacks, calling reports from Reuters false.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:09 UTC

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