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ChatGPT and Cyber Attacks

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Security analysts suggest that state funded actors can use the technology to launch cyber-attacks, such as those linked to phishing. According to a report compiled by Blackberry, some countries like China and North Korea have already started using AI tech in launching innovation filled sophisticated cyber-attacks.

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Now ransomware hackers targeting backups for ransom pay assurance

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A new study conducted by Veeam Software claims that hackers have shifted their focus towards backup storage appliances, as they provide assurance that the victim will definitely pay the demanded ransom amount. Interestingly, Veeam software also sheds light on the ransom payments made for cyber-attacks.

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Australia entities suffer Cyber Attacks and QUAD update

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The Guardian’s Australian staff were targeted in a sophisticated cyber attack that led to the leak of personal information of 140 current and former staff members. The post Australia entities suffer Cyber Attacks and QUAD update appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Cyber Attacks on AIIMS India state Chinese Involvement

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A few days ago, the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) based in Delhi was hit by a cyber attack of ransomware variant and sources report that the hackers are demanding Rs 200 Crores to return the stolen information belonging to millions of patients that would be otherwise sold on the dark web.

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Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google

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Interestingly, the hackers stole the data after stealing the login credentials of Admin console and siphoned information related to backups. Scientific analysis confirmed that the actual user MyBB admin of Kodi did not access and steal the information and was affirmed to be the work of cyber criminals.

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How to protect your car dealership from cyber-attacks

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Recent trends show that car dealerships are becoming a prime target for cyber-attacks, partly due to the rise in autonomous and connected vehicles. This is in addition to more traditional attacks such as phishing. Therefore, car dealerships are urged to take measures to improve their cybersecurity posture.

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Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google

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News is out that social security numbers of nearly 35,000 users were leaked in a cyber attack that could have emerged from a credential stuffing campaign launched by a state funded actor. According to the update provided by a source from PayPal, the attack took place on December 6 and was identified at the end of last month.