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DOGE staffer allegedly ran company providing services to hacking group – Computerworld
Breaking into law enforcement accounts Crimes EGodly boasted it had carried out include cryptocurrency theft, phone number hijacking, and breaking into law enforcement email accounts, Reuters said. The group also circulated personal details of an FBI agent it believed was investigating it, and engaged in swatting, the practice of calling armed police to a target’s house on false pretenses as…
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Billions of Devices at Risk of Hacking Due to Hidden Commands
Tarlogic team giving their presentation during RootedCON. Image: Tarlogic Billions of devices worldwide rely on a widely used Bluetooth-Wi-Fi chip that contains undocumented “hidden commands.” Researchers warn these commands could be exploited to manipulate memory, impersonate devices, and bypass security controls. ESP32, manufactured by a Chinese company called Espressif, is a microcontroller that enables Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connections in numerous…
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FBI seizes domains for Cracked.io, Nulled.to hacking forums
The FBI has seized the domains for the infamous Cracked.io and Nulled.to hacking forums, which are known for their focus on cybercrime, password theft, cracking, and credential stuffing attacks. While some of their members also engaged in ethical hacking discussions, the sites were widely regarded as a hub for cybercriminal activity. They also hosted content related to software cracks, hacking tools…
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TalkTalk investigates breach after data for sale on hacking forum
UK telecommunications company TalkTalk is investigating a third-party supplier data breach after a threat actor began selling alleged customer data on a hacking forum. “As part of our regular security monitoring, given our ongoing focus on protecting customers’ personal data, we were made aware of unexpected access to, and misuse of, one of our third-party supplier’s systems, however, no billing…
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This Complete Ethical Hacking Bundle Is Now $35
As cybercrime has grown over the past few years, the demand for ethical hackers has reached a new height. These security specialists are paid to break into corporate networks and systems to expose vulnerabilities, thereby finding what needs to be patched up and protected. It’s a lucrative career, and whether you’re looking for ways to protect your business or add…
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Smart Appliances Could Expose Your WiFi to Hacking Risks
Earlier this year, Consumer Reports researched how long appliance companies like GE, LG, and Samsung tell their customers they’ll keep their appliances’ software updated. This is important because security experts are constantly finding and fixing vulnerabilities in software—along with supplying new features—that’s why your phone and laptop get regular updates for years after you buy them. The CR researchers looked…
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Enter the World of Ethical Hacking with Confidence
TL;DR: Get lifetime access to The 2024 All-in-One Ethical Hacking Course Bundle for just $44.99 and start mastering ethical hacking techniques to protect and secure networks. The 2024 All-in-One Ethical Hacking Course Bundle is a must-have for professionals and aspiring cybersecurity experts looking to enhance their skills in a rapidly evolving field. With 18 comprehensive courses totaling 92 hours of…
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Get 9 Courses on Ethical Hacking for Just $50
TL;DR: Kickstart a lucrative ethical hacking career or protect your own business with The Complete 2024 Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking Certification Training Bundle, now just $49.99. Ethical hackers are in high demand all over the world, in all kinds of industries. If you’re interested in pursuing this promising career path or saving money by protecting your own business, The…
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FBI arrest Alabama man suspected of hacking SEC’s X account
An Alabama man was arrested today by the FBI for his suspected role in hacking the SEC’s X account to make a fake announcement that Bitcoin ETFs were approved. The Department of Justice said that 25-year-old Eric Council, of Alabama, and conspirators conducted a SIM-swap attack to take over the identity of the person in charge of SEC’s X account.…
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Cisco investigates breach after stolen data for sale on hacking forum
Cisco has confirmed to BleepingComputer that it is investigating recent claims that it suffered a breach after a threat actor began selling allegedly stolen data on a hacking forum. “Cisco is aware of reports that an actor is alleging to have gained access to certain Cisco-related files,” a Cisco spokesperson told BleepingComputer. “We have launched an investigation to assess this claim, and…
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