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high technology was the top industry targeted by phishing, followed by financial services, e-commerce and media.

Report shows how cybercriminals devolve new ways for phishing scams

Akamai Technologies' latest report, reveals how cybercriminals are evolving their phishing mechanisms.

05 Nov 2019 6:00 AM

'The attackers are looking for an opportunity to breach into India's so-called weak cyber security walls,' an expert said. (Photo: Repersentational)

Post Whatsapp mess, data shows Indian cyber security at high risk

The globe is rapidly implementing numerous measures to avoid any threat posed by the cyber world.

01 Nov 2019 2:49 PM

Capitalizing on weak security of IoT products, cybercrimanls are intenfsifying their attempts to create and monetize IoT botnets.

IoT under fire: More than 100 million attacks on smart devices in H1 2019

Cybercriminals, however, are seeing more and more financial opportunities in exploiting such gadgets.

24 Oct 2019 11:11 AM

Any cyberattack on your business can have wide-ranging ramifications. (Photo: AFP)

Top 4 modern cybersecurity platforms that empower your digital business

There are several tech-driven platforms in India that help you resolve challenges and mitigate the associated risks.

22 Oct 2019 1:45 PM

More than two years after the infamous Wannacry ransomware crippled medical facilities and other organisations worldwide, the healthcare sector seems to be learning their lessons

Report: 2 years post Wannacry, is the healthcare sector's cybersecurity better?

Medical organisations witnessed 19% of attacks in 2019, however in US and Canada 32% medical staff say were untrained in cybersecurity.

13 Sep 2019 8:31 PM

Area 51 is commonly believed to be a research facility where the American government is rumored to be studying creatures from outer space.((Photos for representational purpose only)

Report reveals 'Storm Area 51' most popular among kids this summer

Research by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky into kids’ online safety, says the meme ‘Storm Area 51’ was the most popular one among kids.

11 Sep 2019 2:36 PM

The affected Android phones use over-the-air (OTA) provisioning. (Photo: AFP)

Samsung, Huawei, LG, and Sony phones vulnerable to SMS attacks

Research reveals security flaw that leaves android smartphones vulnerable to advanced SMS phishing attacks.

06 Sep 2019 1:02 PM

The good news is that OT/ICS cybersecurity is becoming a top priority for industrial companies.

Half of cybersecurity incidents happen due to employee errors

Four out of five organizations (81 per cent) see operational network digitalization as an important or very important task for this year.

29 Aug 2019 3:09 PM

While spearphishing remained popular, ransomware attacks increasingly targeted exposed remote access points.

Ransomware samples grow 118 per cent; cybercriminals adopt new tactics and code innovations

Data breaches facilitate attacks on large organizations.

29 Aug 2019 2:36 PM

Here’s taking a quick look at some of the well-established enterprises that are also venturing into imparting training & development in the field of education, data analytics, cybersecurity, and more.

Brands training India in cyber security, data literacy, teacher development

In the age of digitalisation, cybersecurity, data literacy and analytics, have come to be some of the most sought after skillsets.

27 Aug 2019 6:04 PM

Scientists have developed an app that allows inspectors to detect devices that steal consumer credit and debit card data at gas pumps.

New app helps to find devices that steal your credit/debit card data at petrol pumps

The devices, known as skimmers, use Bluetooth to transmit the data they steal.

15 Aug 2019 10:09 AM

Volkswagen AG, Fiat Chrysler and suppliers Aptiv PLC and NXP Semiconductors NV were among the sponsors of this year’s car hacking village - as some have done at previous DEF CON conventions.

Automakers let hackers into their systems at cybersecurity conference

Attendees who visited the car hacking site had to escape a vehicle by deciphering the code to open its trunk.

12 Aug 2019 10:33 AM

The treatment of cryptocurrencies by regulators is in focus after Facebook unveiled plans for its Libra coin, sparking a backlash by politicians and regulators across the globe.

UK watchdog warns of danger from unregulated crypto

The FCA said its guidance will inform Britain’s finance ministry as it looks at whether new laws are needed for cryptocurrencies.

01 Aug 2019 1:29 PM

Police raided his home and seized computers and mobile devices with encrypted information. (Photo: LinkedIn)

20-yr-old ‘wizard’ hacked data of almost entire Bulgaria’s population

In the latest hacking, nearly every working person in Bulgaria was affected.

22 Jul 2019 4:01 PM

Military attacking Turla malware is back

Topinambour was spotted in an operation against government entities at the start of 2019.

20 Jul 2019 11:34 AM

Millions of dollars have been stolen in these attacks. (Representional Image)

‘Deepfakes’ disguised as CEOs are stealing millions from companies

Audio clip of someone such as Elon Musk can be used to steal millions from companies.

20 Jul 2019 11:06 AM

The company found that a fake app that is designed to trick users into thinking it is a certified version of FaceApp can actually infect victims' devices with an adware module called MobiDash. (Photo: FaceApp)

Duplicate FaceApp software may infect your device

Kaspersky Lab has revealed the risk of using apps that allows a person to age their face.

20 Jul 2019 10:24 AM

Mozilla said it made the decision because cybersecurity firm DarkMatter would have administered the gatekeeper role and it had been linked by Reuters and other reports to a state-run hacking program. (Photo: Representational Image)

Mozilla blocks UAE attempt to become an internet security guardian

Firefox browser maker Mozilla is blocking the United Arab Emirates’ government from serving as one of its internet security gatekeepers.

10 Jul 2019 11:55 AM

The creator of the eponymous antivirus software in the 1980s, McAfee in an interview touted the anonymity of the digital currency while also outlining his belief that income tax is illegal and plans to run from Cuba for the Libertarian Party nomination for US president. (Photo: ANI)

Cryptocurrency is next Cuban revolution says fugitive US tech guru

John McAfee believes Cuba would never extradite him to the United States.

06 Jul 2019 11:54 AM

Huawei is widely integrated into Britain's existing 4G network and has been cooperating with the UK government since 2010 on cybersecurity threats. (Photo: AP | File)

Huawei denies being bound by Chinese spy laws

Huawei currently provides the most advanced -- and least expensive -- 5G technology in the world.

11 Jun 2019 5:17 PM

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