Blogs
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The New York Blood Center Enterprises suffered a ransomware attack on January 26, 2025, forcing it to cancel blood donation drives despite an ongoing blood shortage. The organization is working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to restore its systems, but processing times are delayed, and the timeline for full recovery is unknown.
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WhatsApp has confirmed a sophisticated cyberattack targeting around 90 journalists and activists across 20 countries. Hackers used zero-click spyware, which can infect phones without the user clicking on anything. Meta has taken action against the attackers and is notifying the victims.
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The WantToCry ransomware group is targeting unsecured SMB services, encrypting shared files, and demanding ransom payments. Weak passwords and misconfigured networks allow these attacks to succeed. Organizations must secure their SMB settings to prevent data loss and ransomware infections.
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Tata Technologies recently faced a ransomware attack that led to the temporary suspension of some IT services. The company has confirmed that all affected services have been restored, and an investigation is underway to strengthen cybersecurity and prevent future incidents.
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We are proud to announce that NPAV Endpoint Security has been awarded the AV-Test Approved Corporate Endpoint Protection Certificate, recognizing its powerful AI-driven defense and real-time threat detection.
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Hackers are actively targeting vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) software to infiltrate networks. These flaws allow attackers to download/upload files and gain admin-level access. While patches are available, unpatched systems remain at risk.
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Chinese AI startup DeepSeek faced a major cyberattack soon after its successful launch on Wall Street. The attack caused service disruptions, forcing the company to temporarily stop new user registrations. DeepSeek’s popular open-source AI model, DeepSeek-R1, is creating waves in the global market, shaking up the tech industry and affecting major tech stocks.
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Hackers are using SSH tunnels to secretly access VMware ESXi servers, steal data, and deploy ransomware. These servers, which host multiple virtual machines, are critical to businesses but are often not well-monitored. Attackers take advantage of these gaps to lock down systems and demand ransom payments.
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On this Republic Day, let’s not only celebrate our nation’s freedom but also safeguard our digital world! In today’s tech-driven era, our digital freedom is as important as our physical freedom. Whether it's your PC, laptop, mobile, or critical servers, keeping them safe is crucial.
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The BASHE ransomware group claims to have hacked ICICI Bank, threatening to release sensitive customer data if their demands are not met. This incident raises serious concerns for the banking industry and its cybersecurity measures.
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Cybercriminals are pretending to be IT support using Microsoft Teams to trick employees. They use spam emails, fake calls, and phishing tactics to gain access to company systems and install ransomware.
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A 66-year-old retired serviceman’s wife from Bengaluru was tricked by cybercriminals who posed as police officers. The scammers accused her of money laundering, put her under "digital arrest," and forced her to transfer ₹35 lakh over five days.
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Russian hacking group Star Blizzard is targeting high-value diplomats and officials with a phishing campaign that exploits WhatsApp. By deceiving victims into linking their WhatsApp accounts to the hackers' devices, the group gains unauthorized access to private messages.
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Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP has confirmed a data breach that affected nearly 3.5 million individuals. The breach occurred on December 13, 2023, but the investigation and notifications have been delayed. Sensitive personal data like Social Security numbers and medical information have been exposed, increasing the risk of scams and fraud.
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Hackers are hiding malicious software in images to deliver dangerous malware like VIP Keylogger and 0bj3ctivity Stealer. These tools are used to steal sensitive data, such as passwords, keystrokes, and screenshots, in separate phishing campaigns.
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Cybercriminals are using Google Search ads to trick advertisers into entering their credentials on fake Google Ads login pages. These phishing attacks are stealing account details to misuse them, affecting advertisers worldwide.
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Fortinet FortiGate firewall devices are under attack due to a zero-day vulnerability. Hackers are exploiting exposed management interfaces on public networks, gaining unauthorized access, and compromising firewall configurations. Organizations must act quickly to secure their systems and prevent further damage.
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A dangerous ransomware called Codefinger is attacking Amazon Web Services (AWS) users by encrypting their data in S3 buckets. Victims cannot recover their files without paying for a decryption key, making this attack a significant threat to cloud-based systems.
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OneBlood, a major blood-donation organization in the U.S., experienced a ransomware attack in July 2024. The breach exposed sensitive data, including names and Social Security numbers, affecting donors.
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BayMark Health Services, a leading provider of addiction treatment in North America, faced a data breach where attackers stole personal and health information of patients. The breach, attributed to the RansomHub ransomware gang, affected systems between September 24 and October 14, 2024.