Dark Overlord hackers vow to leak 9/11 related data stolen from law firm

By Waqas
On Monday when the whole world was gearing up to celebrate New Year’s Eve hackers from The Dark Overlord group made astonishing claims that they stole a trove of data from Hiscox Syndicates Ltd, a law firm responsible for handling insura… Continue reading Dark Overlord hackers vow to leak 9/11 related data stolen from law firm

Cell-Site surveillance devices (Stingray) could disrupt 911 emergency calls

By Uzair Amir
Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon has made startling new revelations about CSS or cell-site stimulators. These cell surveillance devices, better known as Stingray, are used to disrupt communications of cell phones, mostly of criminals and lawbr… Continue reading Cell-Site surveillance devices (Stingray) could disrupt 911 emergency calls

“Limited Breach” Detected on System Supporting Baltimore’s 911 Emergency Services

City officials have confirmed they detected what they’re calling a “limited breach” on a system that supports Baltimore’s 911 emergency services. According to The Baltimore Sun, city personnel detected the intrusion at 08:30 loc… Continue reading “Limited Breach” Detected on System Supporting Baltimore’s 911 Emergency Services

New bill would push for cybersecurity improvements at 911 call centers

Faced with national 911 systems deemed increasingly vulnerable to cyberattack, Sens. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) will introduce a bill within the next few weeks to federally fund and hasten the national transition to next generation 911 (NG911) systems. A recent draft of the legislation seen by CyberScoop shows the new legislation will set an as-yet-undetermined […]

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