Sysadmin of fake cybersecurity company sentenced to jail after billion-dollar crime spree

A key member of the FIN7 cybercrime gang – which is said to have caused over one billion dollars worth of damage around the world – has been sentenced to 10 years in jail.

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White House launches plan to protect US critical infrastructure against cyber attacks

The White House is reportedly moving swiftly forward with a plan to harden the security of the US power grid against hacking attacks.

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Smashing Security podcast #223: Booze, nudes, and insurance dudes

Should insurance companies be banned from helping companies pay ransomware demands? How has malware messed with motorcars in the United States? And how are cybercriminals exploiting alcohol drinking during the pandemic?

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A helpful reminder about just how much Facebook stalks you on the internet

Many Facebook users think they only have to worry about the data that they personally share about themselves on Facebook, by posting messages on the site, connecting with their friends, and liking posts.

But the truth is that Facebook knows much mor… Continue reading A helpful reminder about just how much Facebook stalks you on the internet→

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