The FBI’s investigation points to a ring of thieves who used phishing and password-reset scams to crack celebrities’ iCloud and email accounts and steal nude images.
Tag Archives: Phishing
You’ll never need to say “I’m on a train” again – 60 Sec Security [VIDEO]
Here’s our latest “60 Second Security” security news roundup video – fun with a serious side.
Twin brothers accused of leading phishing gang busted by Russian police
The twins had purchased an armored door for their apartment, and they set up text message alerts to warn their associates to destroy evidence once the police showed up. It wasn’t enough to keep the cops out, or themselves out of jail.
Phishing study finds major brands heavily targeted, niche sites also at risk
Phishers are regularly updating their approaches, probing new areas and looking out for new victims, as well as taking aim at larger global players and their users.
Adult FriendFinder hacked, users’ intimate details exposed on Dark Web
Adult FriendFinder, a website billed as a way for people to “find friends, sex, flings and hookups,” has had a serious data breach. Now millions of people who thought they were using a discrete service to find casual sex have had their private information exposed online.
SSCC 197 – Could the LOVE BUG virus outbreak happen again? [PODCAST]
Listen to our latest podcast. From the end of Patch Tuesday to the likelihood of another virus outbreak like LOVE BUG, here’s news and discussion with plenty of sound advice…
Firewall for dummies – or, what do we mean by a next-generation firewall?
A next-generation firewall offers more protection than a traditional firewall as it can look inside content, rather than just blocking based on sources and destination.
Google unveils Password Alert Chrome extension, an early warning system against phishing attacks
Google developers have created Password Alert, an open-source Chrome extension that aims to protect users from phishing attacks.
Facebook publishes new security settings guide
Drop-dead simple advice on keeping intruders’ hands off your account, spotting phishing attempts and more.
Twitter CFO Anthony Noto has account hijacked
Twitter’s Chief Financial Officer Anthony Noto is making headlines again after having his Twitter account hijacked and used to send out spammy links.