EFF: Google, Apple’s Contact-Tracing System Open to Cyberattacks

Malicious actors could potentially harvest data over the air and use it to shake confidence in the public-health system, EFF says. Continue reading EFF: Google, Apple’s Contact-Tracing System Open to Cyberattacks

WHO, CDC and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Victims of Credential Dump, Report

Hackers have used credentials allegedly stolen from the WHO, CDC and other notable groups to spread coronavirus misinformation online. Continue reading WHO, CDC and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Victims of Credential Dump, Report

Small Businesses Tapping COVID-19 Loans Hit with Data Exposure

The SBA said sensitive information about applicants may have been revealed to others applying for disaster loan program funds. Continue reading Small Businesses Tapping COVID-19 Loans Hit with Data Exposure

Cyberattackers Ramp Up to 1.5M COVID-19 Emails Per Day

Research analyzing three months of coronavirus-themed attacks show cybercriminals adjusting threat levels to evolve with pandemic and typical employment trends. Continue reading Cyberattackers Ramp Up to 1.5M COVID-19 Emails Per Day

Hackers Update Age-Old Excel 4.0 Macro Attack

XLS files sent via emails appear password protected but aren’t, opening automatically to install malware from compromised macros, according to researchers. Continue reading Hackers Update Age-Old Excel 4.0 Macro Attack

PPE, COVID-19 Medical Supplies Targeted by BEC Scams

FBI said that government agencies aiming to buy critical items like ventilators have unknowingly transferred funds to threat actors. Continue reading PPE, COVID-19 Medical Supplies Targeted by BEC Scams