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Malicious npm package ‘fallguys’ removed from the official repository

Security Affairs

The npm security team removed a malicious JavaScript library from the npm repository that was designed to steal sensitive files from the victims. The npm security team has removed the JavaScript library “ fallguys ” from the npm portal because it was containing a malicious code used to steal sensitive files from an infected users’ browser and Discord application.

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What is a VPN and How Does it Boost Online Security?

Trend Micro

The VPN global market only seems to increase as time goes by. What do VPNs provide that make them so attractive? In this article, we share how to choose VPNs and how to secure them.

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US DoJ wants the funds stored by North Korea in 280 BTC and ETH

Security Affairs

US DoJ filed a civil forfeiture complaint to seize 280 Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) accounts containing funds allegedly stolen by North Korea-linked hackers. The US DoJ has filed a civil forfeiture complaint with the intent to seize control over 280 Bitcoin and Ethereum accounts that are believed to be holding funds which are the proceeds of hacking campaigns conducted by North Korea-linked APT groups against two cryptocurrency exchanges.

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How to Protect the Data on Your Laptop

WIRED Threat Level

Your laptop is a treasure trove of personal and sensitive information—make sure it's as secure as it can be.

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The Importance of User Roles and Permissions in Cybersecurity Software

How many people would you trust with your house keys? Chances are, you have a handful of trusted friends and family members who have an emergency copy, but you definitely wouldn’t hand those out too freely. You have stuff that’s worth protecting—and the more people that have access to your belongings, the higher the odds that something will go missing.

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Emotet botnet has begun to use a new ‘Red Dawn’ template

Security Affairs

In August, the Emotet botnet operators switched to a new template, named ‘Red Dawn,’ for the malicious attachments employed in new campaigns. . The notorious Emotet went into the dark since February 2020, but after months of inactivity, the infamous trojan has surged back in July with a new massive spam campaign targeting users worldwide.

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Porn Sites Still Won’t Take Down Nonconsensual Deepfakes

WIRED Threat Level

The videos are racking up millions of views. Meanwhile, for victims, the legal options aren’t keeping up with the technology.