'Targeted attack gone wrong': Was the WannaCry ransomware epidemic an accident?
Hackers' bitcoin wallets may prove they were 'unprepared' for such a widespread attack.
Jason Murdock May 15, 2017
Is the 'WannaCry' ransomware attack the wake-up call the world needed?
Ransomware has spread across the world - disrupting UK hospitals and businesses.
Jason Murdock May 15, 2017
Vladimir Putin blames the US for global ransomware meltdown
Putin said: "The initial source of this virus is the United States security agencies."
Jason Murdock May 15, 2017
Who is behind the global ransomware cyberattack? Three theories on mystery WannaCry culprits
The infectious malware has been recorded in over 150 countries - who is responsible?
Jason Murdock May 15, 2017
NHS cyberattack: Ransomware assault paralyses UK hospitals, putting thousands at risk
All non-urgent activity has been suspended, NHS England said in a statement.
Jason Murdock May 12, 2017
Real-life WarGames? Expert claims careless hackers could cause an accidental nuclear apocalypse
Global nuclear cyber-defence inadequate in face of current threats, expert warns.
Jason Murdock May 11, 2017
Huge Android flaw leaves users wide open to malware – and it won't be fixed for months
Google is aware of the issue but says it won't be fixed until release of 'Android O'.
Jason Murdock May 10, 2017
Guardian Soulmates dating site users hit with 'sexually explicit' emails
The data exposure has been blamed on a third-party technology provider.
Jason Murdock May 08, 2017
Did Emmanuel Macron outsmart Russian hackers by planting fake information?
Macron's cyber experts claim 'Fancy Bear' hackers confused by counteroffensive.
Jason Murdock May 08, 2017
'Thousands' of Britons signed up to paedophile websites hosted on dark web
The hosting network - Freedom Hosting II - was hacked in February this year.
Jason Murdock May 08, 2017
Debenhams Flowers hacked: 26,000 customers' personal and payment card details stolen
The breach targeting Ecomnova was reportedly discovered on 29 April.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas May 06, 2017
Watch: Armed Slovak police swoop on suspected dark web drug and arms dealer
Police found a 'sophisticated' cannabis plantation and a Bitcoin wallet.
Jason Murdock May 04, 2017
World Password Day: The biggest myth about keeping your online accounts secure
Should you really be updating your password so often? Experts say 'no'.
Jason Murdock May 04, 2017
SS7 hack: Cyber-thieves exploit worldwide mobile network flaw to 'drain' bank accounts
Hacking SS7 can give attackers the ability to snoop on calls and intercept text messages.
Jason Murdock May 04, 2017
Hackers are using 'bots' to steal unused gift card balances from under your nose
Software is able to scan websites for gift card numbers and balances - then sell them.
Jason Murdock May 03, 2017
Hackers using 'cybersquatting' tactics to spoof websites of UK's biggest banks
DomainTools found 110 fake HSBC websites were used in the cybercrime scam.
Jason Murdock May 03, 2017
Aadhaar leaks: India's controversial national ID system 'wilfully' exposed personal data of over 130 million
Four specific government websites have intentionally leaked data.
India Ashok May 03, 2017
Eugene Kaspersky on cyber-espionage: 'The reality is that everyone hacks everyone'
"In cyberspace it's much easier to manipulate someone's opinion," says Russian tech pioneer.
Jason Murdock May 02, 2017
'Dark Overlord' Netflix hackers reportedly stole 36 other movies and TV shows – here's the list
'The Dark Overlord' was previously known for releasing medical data on the dark web.
Jason Murdock May 02, 2017
'TrickBot' malware now targeting 20 new UK banks in fresh cybercrime spree, IBM warns
One of the UK targets is reportedly one of the 'oldest banks in the world.'
Jason Murdock Apr 28, 2017
'Zombie drug' Spice so dangerous that dark web drug dealers warn against buying it
The synthetic cannabinoid is a former legal high becoming a major health concern.
Jason Murdock Apr 28, 2017
Eugene Kaspersky opens up about Russia, hacking and the frontlines of cyberwar
The Kaspersky Lab expert on crime, espionage and why the best hackers speak Russian.
Jason Murdock Apr 28, 2017
Ransomware attacks grow by 50% as cyberespionage soars, Verizon data breach report finds
"There is no such thing as an impenetrable system," Global Security Services' Bryan Sartin said.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Apr 28, 2017
Hackers steal '$5m worth' of Bitcoin from cryptocurrency exchange in South Korea
Yapizon, a little-known cryptocurrency exchange, has reportedly been hacked.
Jason Murdock Apr 26, 2017
Chipotle spills the beans about month-long cyberattack on credit card systems
Fast-food chain has 'implemented additional security enhancements' after suspected hack.
Jason Murdock Apr 26, 2017
Teenage hacker jailed for 1.7 million cyberattacks targeting Microsoft, Sony and Xbox Live
Mudd earned over £386,000 worth of US dollars and Bitcoins by selling his malicious program to cybercriminals.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Apr 26, 2017
Extradition case against 'hacker' Lauri Love rumbles on as permission to appeal granted
Love: 'Good news comes scantly between crisis and calamity.'
Jason Murdock Apr 25, 2017
Interpol operation finds nearly 9,000 malware-infected servers, compromised websites in Southeast Asia
Several government websites that may have contained personal data of their citizens were also affected.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Apr 25, 2017
Russia hacked Danish defence ministry emails for 2 years
Defence Minister Claus Hjort Frederiksen says it's not small hacker groups doing it for the fun of it.
Jason Murdock Apr 24, 2017
Why did 'Turkish hackers' take down a UK primary school website?
Sussex Police may offer 'reassurance patrols' after hacking incident.
Jason Murdock Apr 24, 2017
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