Earth’s ‘Gateway to Hell’ is growing by 35 million cubic feet each year

Whether you’re a John Carpenter fan or a biology enthusiast, you shouldn’t need much convincing to know that the melting of subterranean permafrost at the poles is not a good thing. Last year, scientists gave us one more thing to lose sleep over, reviv… Continue reading Earth’s ‘Gateway to Hell’ is growing by 35 million cubic feet each year

Feds Unmask LockBit Ransomware Leader as Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev

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In a major blow to ransomware, international law enforcement has unmasked Dmitry Yuryevich Khoroshev, the leader of LockBit ransomware. Learn about the takedown, sanctions imposed, and the future of LockBit in a post-Khoroshev era.
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Germany Recalls Its Ambassador in Russia for a Week in Protest Over a Hacker Attack

Germany recalled its ambassador to Russia for a week of consultations in Berlin following an alleged hacker attack on Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party.
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German Foreign Minister Says Russia will Face Consequences for Monthslong Cyber Espionage

Germany accused Russian military agents of hacking the top echelons of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s party and other government and industrial targets.
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U.K., U.S. and Canadian Cyber Authorities Warn of Pro-Russia Hacktivist Attacks on Operational Technology Systems

The U.K.’s National Cyber Security Centre, along with U.S. and Canadian cyber authorities, has identified a rise in attacks against OT operators since 2022. Continue reading U.K., U.S. and Canadian Cyber Authorities Warn of Pro-Russia Hacktivist Attacks on Operational Technology Systems

Microsoft organizational changes seek to address security failures

The company says securing its products is its top priority after a series of damaging, embarrassing breaches. 

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Pro-Russia hacktivists attacking vital tech in water and other sectors, agencies say

Other sectors that the hacktivists — who sometimes pose physical threats — are targeting in North America and Europe include energy and agriculture, according to a Wednesday advisory.

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Hacker posts fake news story about Ukrainians trying to kill Slovak President

Czech news agency ČTK announced on Tuesday that a hacker had managed to break into its systems and published fake news reports of a plot to murder the president of a neighbouring country.

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