Dark web stories - Page 6
A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
Rise in cybercrime during holiday shopping season alerts
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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With the festive season nearing, a 30% rise in ransomware attacks threatens consumers, as cybercriminals exploit holiday shopping anxieties.
Cybercriminals mirror Black Friday with dark market deals
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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Bitdefender has unveiled how cybercriminals mimic festive shopping habits, accessing dark markets for illicit goods, from fake IDs to narcotics.
Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.
Threat predictions for 2025: Get ready for bigger, bolder attacks
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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As cybercriminals gear up for 2025, expect bolder attacks and a shift towards more specialised, sophisticated threat tactics according to new predictions.
Rise in phishing attacks observed from August to October 2024
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a significant rise in phishing attacks, accounting for 46% of incidents, amid increased cyber threats and ransomware activity.
Cybercriminals target shoppers with 38 million phishing scams
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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Cybercriminals launched over 38 million phishing attacks in 2024, with a 25% rise in threats targeting online retailers amid Black Friday sales.
Exploring the role & impact of bots in eCommerce
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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commerce systems
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retailtech
In a new article, Shira Itzhaki from Forter examines the dual role of bots in eCommerce, highlighting the challenge of distinguishing harmful from helpful bots.
Accenture expands AI cybersecurity services & workforce
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Accenture has unveiled expanded generative AI-driven cybersecurity services to combat a staggering 223% rise in deepfake-related cyber threats.
Bitsight acquires Cybersixgill for USD $115 million
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cybersecurity
Bitsight has acquired threat intelligence provider Cybersixgill for USD $115 million, bolstering its cybersecurity capabilities amid rising cyber risks.
ReliaQuest warns of ongoing threat from credential abuse
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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malware
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
ReliaQuest's new report reveals credential abuse is rampant, with alerts for compromised accounts reaching 75% of all issues reported in Q3 2024.
Canadian & Turkish authorities arrest cybercriminal duo
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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saas
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ransomware
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cloud security
Canadian and Turkish authorities have arrested two cybercriminals linked to a global campaign that compromised data from over 100 organisations.
Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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physical security
An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.
HP finds AI-generated malware targets French speakers
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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New research from HP reveals cybercriminals using generative AI to write sophisticated malware, lowering the barrier for entry-level hackers and increasing attack efficacy.
Financial services face rising DDoS threats – Akamai
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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Akamai's latest report reveals financial services face escalating DDoS attacks, with politically motivated strikes and rampant brand impersonation and phishing threats.
Kaspersky: Cyberattacks on young gamers surge by 30%
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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Cyberattacks targeting young gamers surged by 30% in the first half of 2024, with 132,000 users affected, highlights a new Kaspersky report.
Apple iPhone 16 launch triggers wave of scams – Kaspersky
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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apple
Apple's iPhone 16 launch has cybercriminals posing as early pre-order sites. Kaspersky warns of scams leading to financial losses and stolen personal data.
Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Malwarebytes launches a new cyber protection platform, featuring an all-in-one dashboard with real-time guidance, as consumer threats hit unprecedented highs.
SquareX to reveal major browser vulnerabilities at DEF CON 32
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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sase
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cybersecurity
SquareX's founder, Vivek Ramachandran, will unveil alarming research on a new type of cyber-attack at DEF CON 32, threatening a USD $40 billion market.
Cybercriminals weaponising stolen data in attacks
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Cybercriminals escalate ransomware tactics, weaponising stolen data to extort victims, Sophos reveals. Threats now include exposing personal and illicit information.
Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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digital entertainment
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.