IoT Botnet β€” 25,000 CCTV Cameras Hacked to launch DDoS Attack

The Internet of Things (IoTs) or Internet-connected devices are growing at an exponential rate and so are threats to them.

Due to the insecure implementation, these Internet-connected embedded devices, including Smart TVs, Refrigerators, Microwaves, S… Continue reading IoT Botnet β€” 25,000 CCTV Cameras Hacked to launch DDoS Attack

Zero-Day Warning! Ransomware targets Microsoft Office 365 Users

If just relying on the security tools of Microsoft Office 365 can protect you from cyber attacks, you are wrong.

Variants of Cerber Ransomware are now targeting MS Office 365 email users with a massive zero-day attack that has the ability to bypass Of… Continue reading Zero-Day Warning! Ransomware targets Microsoft Office 365 Users

Woman wins $10,000 after suing Microsoft over ‘Forced’ Windows 10 Upgrade

Since the launch of Windows 10 in July last year, Microsoft is constantly pestering users to upgrade their PCs running older versions of the operating system.

However, many users who are happy with Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 and don’t want upgrade to Wi… Continue reading Woman wins $10,000 after suing Microsoft over ‘Forced’ Windows 10 Upgrade

Traveling to US? Agencies want to Spy on your Social Media activities right from Airport

Hey! Welcome to the United States. May we have your Twitter handle, please?

That’s exactly what you’ll likely be asked by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection at the airport prior to entering U.S. soil.

Yes, your Twitter handle may soon be part of … Continue reading Traveling to US? Agencies want to Spy on your Social Media activities right from Airport

Dozens of Malicious Apps on Play Store can Root & Hack 90% of Android Devices

It’s not at all surprising that the Google Play Store is surrounded by a large number of malicious apps that has the ability to gain users’ attention into falling victim for one, but this time, it is even worse than most people realize.

Researchers at… Continue reading Dozens of Malicious Apps on Play Store can Root & Hack 90% of Android Devices

Facebook Bug Allowed Hacker to Delete Any Video

Facebook has patched a serious security flaw that would have allowed hackers to delete any video uploaded in comments on someone’s Facebook post.

The critical vulnerability on Facebook’s platform was discovered by Indian security researcher Pranav Hiv… Continue reading Facebook Bug Allowed Hacker to Delete Any Video

Uber Hack lets anyone find Unlimited Promo Codes for Free Uber Rides

An Independent Security Researcher from Egypt has discovered a critical vulnerability in Uber app that could allow an attacker to brute force Uber promo code value and get valid codes with the high amount of up to $25,000 for more than one free rides.
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Photo reveals even Zuckerberg tapes his Webcam and Microphone for Privacy

What do you do to protect your ‘Privacy’ and keep yourself safe from potential hackers?

Well, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg just need a bit of tape to cover his laptop webcam and mic jack in order to protect his privacy.

Yes, Zuck also does the same a… Continue reading Photo reveals even Zuckerberg tapes his Webcam and Microphone for Privacy