SOCIAL ENGINEERING ATTACKS
Operation False Target: How Russia plotted to mix a deadly new weapon among decoy drones in Ukraine
Russia is producing hundreds of decoy drones and deadly thermobaric drones at a secretive factory to overwhelm Ukrainian defenses. The decoys, often filled with rags or foam, aim to deplete Ukraine's resources, while the thermobaric drones, capable of inflicting horrific injuries, pose a significant threat to civilians and infrastructure.
Scammers are targeting govt workers via fake phone calls: NIC raises alarm about 'vishing' attacks, check full advisory
Government officials have been advised to be cautious of vishing attacks. Attackers are impersonating trusted entities to steal information. They manipulate caller ID information to appear legitimate. Officials are advised to verify identities through official channels. They should not rely solely on displayed numbers and should be wary of unsolicited calls.
Trump's media stock Truth Social is set for even wilder ride after the election
If Trump is victorious, it could drive traffic and badly needed advertising dollars to Truth Social, which has become the former president's main online megaphone for promoting himself and attacking his political foes. A victory by Trump could also provide a big jolt to shares of Trump Media and reward the more than 600,000 individual investors who make up its most loyal shareholders.
Twitter barred them, what happened when Elon Musk brought them back?
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones repeatedly posted on X erroneous claims about hurricanes Helene and Milton, including that the Pentagon had somehow engineered the storms. "Treason Alert," Jones wrote in one post. "America is the target," he warned in another. Greene and Jones are among a large set of users who were barred from the site for spreading misinformation, inciting violence or otherwise violating its rules -- and were reinstated after Elon Musk bought the platform, then known as Twitter, two years ago.
Hackers target India¡¯s biggest brands: How major firms like Tata and Reliance are strengthening cyber defences
Indian companies are grappling with a sharp rise in cyberattacks, nearly double the global average. Large conglomerates like Reliance and Tata are targeted due to their extensive data and reputation. Boards are increasingly vigilant, mandating regular cybersecurity audits and enhanced protection measures.
Ratan Tata: Why Indians loved the business tycoon
Ratan Tata was renowned for his transformative leadership of the Tata Group, marked by ambitious global acquisitions and ethical values. Rising from humble beginnings, he expanded the company globally. Even in retirement, Tata remained a pivotal figure, focusing on philanthropy and supporting startups while exemplifying responsible business practices.
A Pakistani separatist group claims bombing that killed 2 Chinese near Karachi airport
A bombing by the Baloch Liberation Army targeted a convoy of Chinese nationals near Karachi airport, killing two Chinese workers and wounding eight others. The attack highlights ongoing threats against foreign workers in Pakistan, days before a critical Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
Increasingly complex threat landscape tops reasons for stress among cybersecurity professionals, finds survey
According to the data from Indian cybersecurity professionals, the top reasons for increased stress include an increasingly complex threat landscape (87%), insufficiently trained staff (54%), worsening hiring and retention challenges (53%), lack of prioritisation of cybersecurity risks (44%) and low budget (40%).
GenAI a superweapon in the hands of cybercriminals: Akamai CTO Robert Blumofe
Robert Blumofe said over the past decade or so, the cyber threat landscape has moved from attacks by relatively unsophisticated hacktivists who wished to make a point to a more organised form of attacks meant to extort money.
Parliament security breach chargesheet: Accused wanted to discredit Indian democracy, get global attention
Delhi Police's chargesheet reveals that the accused behind the December 13, 2023 Parliament security breach aimed to discredit India's democracy and gain global fame. The group, led by Manoranjan D, planned their attack for nearly two years, targeting the Parliament building with gas canisters. They were arrested and charged under UAPA and IPC sections.
Cybercriminals target SMEs as large companies beef up security
Attacks onsmall and medium enterprises (SMEs) (with 100-5,000 employees) have significantly risen in India and accounted for nearly half of all such incidents in 2023. Among large organisations, only 10% of those attacked paid ransom, whereas with SMEs, 44% ended up paying amounts ranging between $25,000 and $100,000, according to data from cybersecurity firms.
How to avoid online scams and what to do if you become a victim
Some of the most damaging and costly scams involve what's known as "social engineering." That's when fraudsters use time-tested techniques of deception and emotional manipulation, tricking people into divulging personal or financial information, or even granting remote access to their computers.
'If you don't update KYC, your bank account will be blocked': New APK fraud scam could cost you lakhs, how to prevent
APK Scam: Punjab and Sind Bank through a public notice has warned about scamsters now trying to rob you by using the 'APK file scam'. According to Kaushik Ray, COO Whizhack Technologies, "APK fraud involves tricking users into downloading and installing an APK file that appears legitimate but is malicious. Once installed, these fraudulent APKs can perform a variety of malicious actions ranging from stealing personal information to locking the device for ransom."
Donald Trump agrees to be interviewed by FBI in its investigation into shooter
Former President Donald Trump agreed to be interviewed by the FBI regarding the motives of the 20-year-old man who attempted to assassinate him at a Pennsylvania rally. The shooter, Thomas Crooks, was a friendless loner with an interest in political violence, though his motives remain unclear.
CEO fraud: For bigger catch, cybercrooks turn pros, go phishing for whales
Phishing attacks have become more sophisticated, with cybercrooks using social engineering to impersonate top corporate executives and trick employees into sending money. Fraudsters are also using artificial intelligence, launching bot-based attacks, and studying social media profiles to craft convincing mails. Akshay Garkel from Grant Thornton Bharat highlighted the need for improved security awareness levels to combat cyber attacks effectively. Educational institutes like IIMs have also faced impersonation scams, leading to the implementation of stricter systems.
Likes on tweets to go private this week, Elon Musk says people must 'like' without being attacked
Soon, X users will be able to like posts on the social media platform without anyone else getting to know about it. Like count and other metrics for one's own posts will still show up under notifications. Reportedly, the private likes feature already exists for X premium user
Why did Air Canada Boeing emit flames immediately after take-off from Toronto? Watch video
What happened to carrying 400 passengers that its tail started throwing out flames immediately after taking off from Toronto?
Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content
A former Meta engineer sued the company for bias in handling Gaza-related content, alleging wrongful termination. Meta faced criticism for suppressing Palestinian support amid the Gaza conflict.
Enabled by AI, phishing becomes quite simple
Phishing attacks, a prevalent cyber threat in India, are on the rise, growing 464% YoY in 2023. These attacks, often using social engineering, target human interaction and rely on psychological manipulation. Despite increased cybersecurity spending, there's a need for greater awareness and education. Most attacks aim to steal sensitive information like credit card numbers and passwords. The RBI has issued new guidelines to enhance IT governance and risk management in response to the rising number of data breaches in Indian banks.
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