A ransomware attack has ransacked at least two Spanish companies, leaving their employees without computer access.
Monthly Archives: November 2019
Founders of ‘worthless cryptocurrency’ ATM Coin fined over $4.25m scam
Invest in “binary options,” they said, neglecting to mention the software set up to rig transactions so that customers lost the gamble.
Office for Mac 2011 users warned about SYLK file format
Still running Office 2011 on a Mac? If so, there are at least two reasons why that might not be a good idea.
Google patches bug that let nearby hackers send malware to your phone
Google has patched an Android bug that could have allowed attackers to use NFC to send over a malicious file to the victim’s phone
Florida city sends $742K to fraudsters as it bites the BEC hook
“Here’s our new bank account number,” the scammers said. When the real construction firm sent their invoice, payment was made to the crooks.
Police interrogate Alexa for clues in fatal spear-stabbing
A friend heard a couple arguing but couldn’t make out what it was about. Police hope that Alexa might have a better idea.
Apple developers – get this update to protect the rest of us!
Know any Apple developers? Make sure they’re signed up to Apple’s security advisories, and getting their developer updates.
Russia’s sovereign internet law comes into force
The new law compels the country’s ISPs to forward all data arriving and departing from their networks through special gateway servers.
Pentagon publishes AI guidelines
As the specter of warrior robots looms large, the Pentagon has published a set of ethical guidelines for its use of artificial intelligence.
Undercover reporter tells all after working for a Polish troll farm
Together with her troll colleagues, she managed 200 fake social profiles, promoted clients’ products, and trolled their competitors.
