Security experts have issued a warning about the potential for millions of compromised toothbrushes to be utilized in a large-scale cyber attack. Internet-connected toothbrushes could be harnessed together in what’s known as a botnet, allowing them to execute a distributed…
LastPass wishes to notify our users about a deceptive app that is trying to impersonate our genuine LastPass application on the Apple App Store. This app, named “LassPass Password Manager” and attributed to developer Parvati Patel, endeavors to replicate our…
AI’s role as a potent cybersecurity tool is becoming increasingly vital as organizations grapple with growing data volumes. The recently released “best practices” report from Spain’s National Cryptology Centre (NCC) outlines various applications of AI in cybersecurity, such as enhancing…
Open-source tools stand as a vibrant influence in the tech realm, embodying innovation, collaboration, and ease of access. Rooted in transparency and community-driven principles, these tools enable users to analyze, modify, and tailor solutions to meet their distinct requirements. Within…
A recent report reveals that 20% of companies in the UAE acknowledge a lack of budget for sufficient cybersecurity measures. Within the last two years, 15% of UAE companies experienced cyber incidents attributed to insufficient investment in cybersecurity, as per…
Residents are strongly advised to promptly update their systems, following the tech giant’s release of an urgent update. In its latest advisory on Tuesday, the Cybersecurity Council (CSC) of the UAE has urged Apple users in the country to update…
Context: Ahmed Eltantawy, a former Egyptian Member of Parliament and erstwhile chairman of Egypt’s al-Karama political party, declared his candidacy for the upcoming Egyptian presidential election in March 2023. He articulated his commitment to providing a “democratic” alternative to the…
Genetic testing company 23andMe has officially confirmed that personal data from approximately 6.9 million users, equivalent to roughly half of its total customer base, was stolen by hackers. The California-based company initially reported last week that hackers had compromised the…
In October 2023, the authentication and identity management giant, Okta, suffered a significant blow, losing $2 billion in market capitalization due to a cyberattack. While this might be the most prominent cybersecurity news of the month, it’s far from the…