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Discord is switching to expiring links for files shared off-platform
Discord told BleepingComputer it's switching away from permanent file links for files hosted on its network. When those files are shared elsewhere, the links will expire after 24 hours. Content shared within Discord itself won't be affected.
Global ransomware attacks at an all-time high and the US is the primary target
Global ransomware attacks are on the rise, according to a report issued by Malwarebytes. The report shows a massive surge from July 2022 to June 2023, with the United States bearing the brunt of these attacks. The organization noted that of the 1,900 reported ransomware attacks collected, over 43 percent originate in the U.S, an increase of 75 percent from last year’s findings.
Microsoft says China installed malware in US systems in Guam
Microsoft and the NSA say Chinese hackers targeted American systems in Guam, the home of a major air base.
Security researchers find LockBit ransomware can target macOS devices
LockBit gang, one of the most notorious ransomware players appears to have recently begun targeting Mac computers for the first time.
Android 14 can block users from sideloading very old apps
Android 14 code could block users from installing ancient apps, so long as phone makers use the feature.
A Webb Telescope image is being used to push malware
Bad actors hid malicious code in Webb's First Deep Field for a malware campaign.
Microsoft's Defender online security tool is now available to consumers
Microsoft Defender is now available to help bolster security for your individual computers and phones.
US warns of state-supported malware built to attack critical infrastructure
The US has warned of state-backed malware designed to attack critical infrastructure.
The FBI silently removed Russian malware to thwart global cyberattacks
Sometimes even without the network owner's knowledge.
Ukraine blames Russia for cyberattack against government websites
Ukraine has pinned a major cyberattack on Russia, and the malware involved is built to do serious damage.
Ransomware attack hits major payroll company right before Christmas
Major payroll provider Kronos has been hit with a ransomware attack, jeopardizing paychecks right before Christmas.
Google temporarily disrupts a botnet that infected 1 million PCs
On Tuesday, Google disclosed it recently disrupted a massive network of computers infected by Glupteba.
Kaseya was warned about security flaws years ahead of ransomware attack
Kaseya reportedly didn't address security flaws for years before the ransomware attack, with staff quitting or being fired over attempt to fix problems.
Google removes popular Android apps that stole Facebook passwords
Google has pulled nine Android apps that stole Facebook passwords, but only after they'd racked up 5.8 million downloads.
Microsoft signed a driver loaded with rootkit malware
Microsoft has confirmed that it signed a driver containing malware, although it stressed the limited real-world security impact.
Western Digital blames malware for My Book Live devices being wiped remotely
Western Digital My Book Live cloud storage devices are being wiped remotely.
DOJ charges Latvian national for helping develop the Trickbot malware
The Department of Justice has charged Alla Witte, a Latvian national accused of being part of the Trickbot Group.
Bose confirms ransomware attack that exposed employee data
Bose has suffered a data breach after a ransomware attack, which saw the perpetrator access files containing employee information.
Ransomware gang behind Ireland attack also hit US health and emergency networks
The FBI has warned that the ransomware gang that attacked Irish healthcare also struck 16 US health and emergency networks.
watchOS 7.4 arrives with an easier way to unlock your iPhone
Meanwhile, macOS and tvOS add support for the latest PlayStation and Xbox controllers.
