A new study publicized this week claims that almost half of all American adults have had their personal data hacked in the past year. Headline-grabbing truth-stretching? Or have 110 million Americans really been hacked?
Tag Archives: Data loss
Apple iOS ransomware mystery deepens – “Oleg Pliss” pops up in LA
The mysterious Oleg Pliss, who popped up on iPhones in Australia earlier this week, demanding $100 “for unlock device,” is back. Now we’re hearing reports from Southern California…
Which of your favourite websites are terrible at passwords?
The answer: most of them! In fact, the password policies of 86% of the most popular sites out there don’t even qualify as adequate, according to a security roundup done quarterly by password management firm Dashlane. 
SSCC 149 – Apple devices ransomed, eBay breached, carders busted and more [PODCAST]
Chester Wisnieski and Paul Ducklin dig into the important security stories of the past week, and pull out some lessons we can all learn. If you haven’t listened to a “Chet Chat” before, now’s the time to give it a try!
Will it be Apple versus Google for control of your smart home?
Rumor has it that Apple is poised to jump into the Internet of Things fray with Google, with plans to announce a new software platform that would turn an iPhone into a remote-control platform for lighting systems, home security, kitchen gadgets and the like. 
Spotify warns its Android app users of breach, says to download new version
Spotify has told users of its music-streaming app for Android to upgrade to a new version, after the company spotted unauthorized access to its systems and internal company data. Many Spotify users will no doubt be annoyed at the company for the inconvenience, but we think it’s worth it for their own security.
11 arrested as Europol busts Bulgarian carding gang
A joint operation between French and Bulgarian law enforcement, backed by Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre, has brought down a carding gang operating out of Bulgaria and targeting victims in France and other European countries.
Breach at eBay, bugs in Chip-and-PIN, busts for Blackshades – 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]
Will the breach at eBay beat Adobe for size? Is Chip and PIN really as safe as they say? How many countries took action busting malware crooks? All the answers in 60 Sec Security for 24 May 2014…
eBay becomes the latest online giant to own up to a password breach
eBay has admitted to a database breach – go change your password, now!
LifeLock pulls Wallet app, says it wasn’t compliant with data security standards
The controversial identify theft protection company LifeLock says it has pulled down its LifeLock Wallet app over concerns that the app is not compliant with payment card industry standards. We tell you why LifeLock’s woes are less than surprising, and offer some tips to avoid identity theft.