The cyber landscape is constantly evolving, and recent developments suggest a new wave of sophisticated attacks targeting Internet Service Providers (ISPs) on the U.S. West Coast and in China. This malicious activity involves deploying information stealers and cryptocurrency miners on compromised systems. The Splunk Threat Research Team has uncovered that numerous ISPs have been subjected to these assaults, aiming to
The recent surge in XRP’s price follows a significant announcement by former US President Donald Trump. In the last 24 hours, XRP has enjoyed a remarkable 20% increase, pushing its price close to the $3 mark with a trading volume spike of 602.41%, anchoring it at $22 billion. This surge catapulted XRP’s market capitalization to $155 billion, making it the
The ransomware landscape underwent significant changes in 2024, marking an 11% increase in reported attacks. With a total of 5,414 incidents, the year saw a dramatic rise in ransomware activities, particularly in the second and fourth quarters. This escalation coincided with the downfall of major groups like LockBit, leading to a fragmentation and subsequent proliferation of smaller, more agile gangs.
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has taken a crucial step in adding five critical security flaws affecting software from major companies such as Cisco, Hitachi Vantara, Microsoft, and Progress WhatsUp Gold to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog due to clear evidence of active exploitation. These vulnerabilities range from command injection and authorization bypass flaws to improper
In today’s digital age, safeguarding personal data and ensuring privacy are paramount concerns for both businesses and individuals. TechTarget, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise technology solutions, has demonstrated a strong commitment to protecting user data through transparent practices outlined in its comprehensive privacy policy. This article delves into various aspects of TechTarget’s privacy policy, highlighting the steps taken to
The rapid adoption of private 5G networks across industries such as energy, military, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing has propelled technological advancement, yet it also introduces a plethora of new security challenges. Businesses increasingly embrace these high-speed, low-latency networks, also opening their operations to new vulnerabilities that require robust security measures. The integration of AI-powered security solutions has been a significant
Ethereum’s highly anticipated Pectra upgrade, aimed to enhance the scalability, security, and usability of the network, faced significant challenges upon its launch on the Holesky testnet on February 25. The initial excitement surrounding the upgrade quickly turned to concern as developers and participants observed that transaction finalization was delayed, causing network disruptions. One of the primary issues identified was that
Wirex, a pioneering Web3 financial application, has taken a transformative step by expanding its stablecoin payment platform, Wirex Pay, to the U.S. market. This strategic move is aimed at revolutionizing how Americans engage with digital currencies, integrating stablecoin transactions into everyday financial activities seamlessly and securely. As the demand for decentralized financial solutions continues to surge, this expansion seeks to
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent advisory concerning a critical command injection vulnerability (CVE-2023-20118) found in Cisco Small Business RV Series Routers. The vulnerability is actively being exploited in the wild, posing significant risks to sensitive networks. This alarming flaw, which scores 6.5 on the CVSS (Common Vulnerability Scoring System), affects several end-of-life (EoL)
The belief that only large enterprises need to worry about cybersecurity threats has been shattered, as hackers-for-hire are increasingly selling access to small and medium-sized businesses for mere hundreds of dollars on the dark web. Cybercrime’s reach is now extensive enough to target small businesses, which often lack the robust cybersecurity resources available to larger corporations. This creates an alarming
In an era where cyber threats are constantly evolving, ensuring the security of mobile devices has become a paramount concern for users and manufacturers alike. Google’s March 2025 Android Security Bulletin addresses a total of 44 vulnerabilities, underscoring the ongoing battle against cyber threats. Two particularly worrisome high-severity flaws, CVE-2024-43093 and CVE-2024-50302, have been highlighted due to their active exploitation.
Ethereum has established itself as a leading blockchain platform, but its journey is far from over. Through the lens of industry experts and technological trends, we delve into Ethereum’s current state, technological advancements, and strategic market positioning, exploring what makes Ethereum resilient and poised for future growth. Current Market Sentiment and Position Market Challenges and Perceptions Despite backing from high-profile
