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Recently-patched Firefox bug exploited against Tor browser users
The Tor anonymity network issued an emergency patch last week to address a recently-discovered security flaw that was being exploited against its users.
Iran-linked hackers increasingly spy on governments in Gulf region, researchers say
An Iran-linked cyberespionage group has stepped up its attacks in recent months against government agencies in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the broader Gulf region, according to a new report.
EU condemns Russia after detecting ‘increasing number’ of hybrid activities
The European Union issued a condemnation of Russia on Tuesday over the Kremlin’s “intensifying campaign of hybrid activities” targeting the bloc and its partners.
ADT says hacker stole encrypted internal employee data after compromising business partner
Home security giant ADT said in a regulatory filing on Monday that a hacker compromised the systems of a third-party business partner and used it to steal encrypted internal employee data.
Russian state media company operation disrupted by ‘unprecedented’ cyberattack
Russian state television and radio broadcasting company VGTRK was hit by a cyberattack on Monday that disrupted its operations, the company confirmed in a statement to local news agencies.
Ukraine bans Telegram on state and military devices
Ukraine has banned the Telegram messaging app on official devices used by state and security officials, military personnel and employees of critical infrastructure facilities. The decision came amid concerns that the Russia-founded app poses a threat to Ukraine’s national security.
Meta blocks RT and other Russian state media; Kremlin says it’s ‘unacceptable’
Meta banned Russian state-owned media accounts — including RT — from its social media platforms late Monday, an action the Kremlin called “unacceptable.”
Construction companies potentially vulnerable through accounting software, report says
Unidentified hackers have targeted companies in the construction industry through accounting software known as Foundation, researchers said Tuesday.
Chinese ‘Spamouflage’ operatives are mimicking disillusioned Americans online
A Chinese influence operation has ramped up its efforts to impact online discourse around the U.S. elections, creating fake personas across social media platforms to spread divisive messages about the state of the country.
FTC issues $3 million fine for security camera firm, issuing penalties for a range of violations
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) said it will fine the security camera company Verkada $2.95 million over allegations that the firm’s poor security practices led to a hacker breaking into customers’ devices as well as accessing personal data.
