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MySpace employees reportedly read your mid-2000s DMs
Long before Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram ruled the social media world, there was Myspace. One of the earliest social networks crossed the mark of 100 million users in 2006. However, a report published by Vice today suggests that its employees used a specific tool to spy on its users. дальше »
2019-6-25 14:28
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A hacker penetrated NASA’s network using a $35 Raspberry Pi
A hacker illegally accessed NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in 2018 by targeting an off-the-shelf micro-computer called a Raspberry Pi. The breach was discovered in 2018, but just disclosed to the public in a June 18 report. дальше »
2019-6-25 02:00
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Hackers Planting Cryptocurrency Mining Malware on Android Smartphones
Hackers have found a way to exploit loopholes in open Android Debug Bridge (ADB) ports, a client-server program used in the development of Android applications, to mine blockchain-based digital assets. дальше »
2019-6-24 17:00
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PR: Anxone Provides Multi-Layer Security For Crypto Storage
Hacking is a front and center issue for digital asset exchanges. Especially given its worrying year-over-year increases, from US$152mn in 2016 to US$950mn in 2018. Our current year 2019 has already posted over US$1bn in lost assets due to hacking, which puts security as a paramount consideration for digital asset markets to continue growing and maturing. дальше »
2019-6-21 12:30
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Riviera Beach City Council Agrees to Pay $600,000 in BTC to Ransomware Attackers
Riviera Beach city officials voted to pay 65 BTC to hackers who seized control over the city’s online utility system
дальше »2019-6-21 23:26
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Netflix fixes potentially devastating Linux SACK vulnerability
Eagle-eyed researchers from streaming titan Netflix have uncovered several troubling security vulnerabilities within the TCP implementations on Linux and FreeBSD kernels. The most severe specimen, called SACK Panic, could permit an attacker to remotely induce a kernel panic within recent Linux operating systems. дальше »
2019-6-18 22:36
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Japan Data Initiative Brings Blockchain Security to 100 Major Businesses
A data-sharing initiative involving one hundred of Japan’s biggest companies will use blockchain for its security
дальше »2019-6-17 12:35
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GateHub Releases PSA on Phishing Scam Targeting Its Ripple Wallet Users
GateHub announced that a recent phishing campaign has been targeting its XRP wallet users
дальше »2019-6-14 23:54
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Opacity Storage: Handling Your Privacy with Crypto
Opacity provides encrypted file storage that maintains your privacy by never requiring personal account information Technology Has Become Really Convenient! Right?!? It has been clear for some time that online technology trends have been focused on ‘learning’ about you and […] The post Opacity Storage: Handling Your Privacy with Crypto appeared first on CoinMarketCap. дальше »
2019-6-13 20:20
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BitMEX issues new security advisory; cites ‘increasing number of unauthorized access attempts’
The cryptocurrency market is no stranger to nefarious activities, with the industry peppered with events that have resulted in the loss of millions of dollars. This pattern of shady dealings in the cryptoverse was again brought to light when BitMEX, a popular cryptocurrency exchange, pointed out that there were many cases of unauthorized account access […] The post BitMEX issues new security advisory; cites ‘increasing number of unauthorized access attempts’ appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »
2019-6-12 19:30
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Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan’s Twitter account allegedly hacked by Turkish group
Last night, a group of Turkish hackers took over Bollywood actor and Indian cultural icon Amitabh Bachchan‘s Twitter account, and posted tweets about the purportedly harsh treatment Turkish soccer players have faced at the hands of Iceland recently. дальше »
2019-6-11 10:57
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Mozilla will reportedly launch a paid version of Firefox this fall
Mozilla’s reportedly set to launch a premium version of its revered Firefox browser this fall. In an interview with German media outlet T3N, the company’s CEO, Chris Beard, said that it’s aiming to launch the new version by October, with features like a VPN and secure cloud storage. дальше »
2019-6-10 11:31
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Long Fin Of The Law: SEC Slaps LongFin With Fraud Charges
Kik isn’t the only company facing regulatory blowback. LongFin, a fintech company which drew controversy for an abrupt blockchain pivot, is now fighting allegations of fraud from the Securities and Exchange Commission. дальше »
2019-6-7 00:18
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Apple to Unveil ‘CryptoKit’ Cryptographic Developer Package at Upcoming Conference
This week’s global developers conference will see Apple present a new security tool, CryptoKit
дальше »2019-6-4 14:02
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Amazon adds vocal command to delete saved Alexa recordings
Amazon recently announced an easy solution for privacy-conscious individuals to delete the devices’ saved recordings. Now, with a simple voice command, anyone with an Alexa-powered device can wipe it clean of previously recorded data. дальше »
2019-5-31 03:52
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Securing Your Crypto With Security Keys and WebAuthN
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2019-5-31 02:09
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How much does it cost to get an employee to steal workplace data? About $300
You can’t buy loyalty, but if you’ve got enough money, you can buy sensitive corporate information from disaffected office workers. At least, that’s the finding from UK infosec firm Deep Secure, which today published its ‘What is the Price of Loyalty’ report. дальше »
2019-5-29 17:33
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Checking Out Metal Seed Storage Solutions
Secure seed storage is essential for any cryptocurrency investor to understand. Losing the keys to a wallet, exchange, or account can be frustrating – and possibly expensive. Steemit, for example, recently got some users steamed (myself included) when it split its wallet from the Steemit application. дальше »
2019-5-26 18:28
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Alibaba to Integrate Blockchain in Intellectual Property Protection Platform
Chinese Internet company Alibaba announced that it would be revising the security of its Intellectual Property Protection system for global enterprises and brands. The revision includes the integration of blockchain technology, reported local news outlet Sohu on May 23, 2019. дальше »
2019-5-26 17:00
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Ryan Kavanaugh’s Media Firm Secures $100 Million Investment for Crypto Project
Hollywood film producer Ryan Kavanaugh’s media firm Proxima Media has reportedly earmarked a $100 million investment for a crypto project
дальше »2019-5-24 22:31
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Crypto Custody Firm Ledger Vault to Provide Services to Crypto Broker Voyager Digital
Canadian cryptocurrency broker Voyager Digital will use the services provided by Ledger Vault, the custody arm of French hardware wallet manufacturer Ledger
дальше »2019-5-21 22:01
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White Hat Hackers Earn $32,000 for Finding Crypto Security Exploits in Last Two Months
White hat hackers reportedly earned over $32,000 in bounties for finding security gaps in blockchain- and crypto-related projects in the last two months
дальше »2019-5-21 22:46
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Kik CEO Says Firm Spent $5+ Million on Negotiations With US SEC: Report
Startup Kik allegedly spent over $5 million on its negotiations with the U.S. SEC
дальше »2019-5-20 20:48
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Data: Just 2/3 of ETH Nodes Running Parity Have Been Patched Against Critical Security Flaw
Hacking research collective SRLabs claims that only two thirds of the Ethereum client software that runs on Ethereum nodes has been patched against a critical security flaw
дальше »2019-5-17 14:54
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Ledger Ships the First ‘Genesis Block’ Editions of Its Nano X Wallet
Ledger, a cryptocurrency hardware manufacturer, based in France has revealed that the first batch of its Ledger Nano X wallets have left their warehouse and would be distributed to the buyers. The company adds that other pre-orders for the devices will be shipped over the coming weeks. дальше »
2019-5-16 14:59
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Bitcoin scammers net nearly $1M by telling people they can see them masturbate
A new kind of scam has accrued almost $1 million in bitcoin from frightened porn viewers, says a new report — and they’re staining the good names of Shakespeare and Austen to do it. According to the report, from cybersecurity firm Area 1, this scam involves a threatening email, in which the victim is told videos or pictures of them watching pornography will be leaked to their contacts, along with whatever they were watching, unless they pay a ransom in Bitcoin. дальше »
2019-5-16 04:07
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Hacked Crypto Exchange Cryptopia Announces Liquidation Process
Cryptopia, a cryptocurrency exchange with headquarters in New Zealand, has suspended trading services and released a press statement on May 15 stating that it is in liquidation. The latest development comes less than six months after the exchange lost millions through hacking. дальше »
2019-5-15 17:59
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No, end-to-end encryption isn’t a marketing gimmick
There’s bad takes, and then there’s bad takes. An example of the latter comes from Bloomberg Opinion columnist Leonid Bershidsky, who thinks that today’s WhatsApp security woes proves that end-to-end encryption is “a gimmick” and “largely pointless. дальше »
2019-5-15 00:03
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BitDefender researchers discover terrifying security vulnerability in Intel CPUs
Researchers from Romanian security firm BitDefender have uncovered a troubling security vulnerability in Intel processors that could allow an attacker to access privileged kernel-mode information typically considered “off limits” for most applications. дальше »
2019-5-14 19:59
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Funds Are SAFU, but Reorg Is Not: What We Know About the Binance Hack So Far
Hackers stole 7,000 BTC in a highly advanced attack on Binance. All withdrawals and deposits are frozen for a week, but all funds are safe, the exchange says. Learn more about the attack in our follow-up дальше »
2019-5-10 00:35
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Liechtenstein’s Government Passes New Regulation Concerning Blockchain and Tokens
New token, virtual asset service provider and blockchain regulation has been passed by the government of Liechtenstein
дальше »2019-5-9 18:23
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Cyber insurance is worth the hype — if you let hackers write your policy
I read Rami Sass’ recent piece here on Podium about how cyber insurance is overhyped. While he raised great questions about the current pricing models and fear-driven tactics used to sell coverage, I wanted to share a different perspective and address his concerns. дальше »
2019-5-9 08:30
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Binance Hack Update: “Hurt, But Not Broke” CZ Binance Turns Down Justin Sun’s $40m Offer
Binance announced a major setback today after hackers breached its network and got away with cryptocurrencies worth $40 million (including 7,000 Bitcoin tokens). The exchange later confirmed that it had traced the heist to a single wallet. дальше »
2019-5-8 17:59
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Facebook contract workers look at your private posts to help train its AI
A new report from Reuters has revealed how contract workers for Facebook and Instagram are looking at your private posts to help the social media platforms train their AI systems. Reuters suggests contractors are annotating the posts based on five “dimensions”: the content of the post (selfie, food, landmarks), the occasion of the post (life event, activity), expressive elements (opinion, feelings), author’s intent (to plan an event, making a joke, inspire others) and the post’s setting (home, school, work, outdoors). дальше »
2019-5-6 18:07
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How this annoying, tiny glitch broke every Firefox extension
Exactly at midnight on Friday, most users of Mozilla Firefox discovered none of their browser add-ons worked. As the company rushed to issue a hot-fix over the weekend – which is available right now for desktop and Android users (version 66. дальше »
2019-5-6 13:55
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Top 5 Ways to get Hacked in 2019
In this modern era of technology and growing social media activity, it is only normal hacking remains an overarching problem. In fact, the more common ways of getting hacked have become slightly more sophisticated, which usually spells trouble for potential victims. дальше »
2019-5-5 17:03
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Crypto Exchange Bitbuy Passes Audit; Launches High-Frequency Trading Platform
Canada-based cryptocurrency exchange Bitbuy on May 2, 2019, announced that it has completed a Proof of Reserve and Security Audit to bolster its safety mechanisms. No Compromise The recent drama surrounding QuadrigaCX has forced crypto exchanges around the world to reassess their security mechanisms. дальше »
2019-5-4 13:00
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Blockchain Startup SelfKey Enables Self-Sovereign Identity, Here’s How
Almost everyone in the world who has access to the internet or financial services will, at one point, have verified their identity online. Sometimes, this is as simple as uploading a selfie or confirming a phone number. дальше »
2019-5-3 14:59
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Thai SEC Deputy Secretary: New Regulation Allows for Digital Shares, Tokenized Securities
Recent regulation allows for digital shares and tokenized securities depositories, according to Thai SEC deputy secretary-general Tipsuda Thavaramara
дальше »2019-5-3 18:08
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Bitcoin Cash: Schnorr Signatures to go live in two weeks on mainnet in an effort to increase privacy
Story to be updated.
The post Bitcoin Cash: Schnorr Signatures to go live in two weeks on mainnet in an effort to increase privacy appeared first on AMBCrypto.
дальше »2019-5-1 09:43
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Microsoft Outlook Security Breach Targeted Bitcoin Accounts
Earlier in April 2019, Microsoft Hotmail, MSN, and Outlook email accounts suffered a severe security breach. Now, a good number of the victims have revealed that their cryptocurrency wallets were hacked during the ugly incident, reports Motherboard on April 29, 2019. дальше »
2019-5-1 23:00
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QLC Chain Brings Online Privacy To The Blockchain
QLC Chain (originally QLink) concluded its ICO in December 2017 and initially began as “a decentralized mobile network, dedicated to constructing an open-source telecom infrastructure on blockchain. дальше »
2019-4-28 15:04
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Ledger Detects a Phishing Malware, Warns Users Not To Enter 24-Word Recovery Phrase
French-based cryptocurrency wallet service provider, Ledger warned its users that malware had been detected that replaces the Ledger Live desktop app. The malware tricks the victims into entering their 24-word recovery phase. дальше »
2019-4-26 18:59
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Facebook clamps down on personality quizzes to plug data leaks
Facebook is taking baby steps to plug data leaks on its platform. In a new blog post that was posted yesterday, the company’s director of product management Eddie O’Neil wrote that it will be subjecting apps with “minimal utility,” such as personality quizzes, to heightened scrutiny and “may not be permitted on the platform. дальше »
2019-4-26 14:56
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California: 21-Year Old Sim Swapping Thief Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Stealing $7.5m in Crypto
Joel Ortiz, a 21-year student at the University of Massachusetts Boston, was sentenced to 10 years in prison by Judge Edward Lee of the Santa Clara County Superior Court. Ortiz was convicted of stealing $7. дальше »
2019-4-25 13:59
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Societe Generale Issues First Covered Bond (EUR 100m) As a Security Token on the Ethereum Blockchain
Societe Generale SFH, a subsidiary of the Societe Generale Group, announced yesterday that it issued covered bonds worth EUR 100 million as security tokens via the Ethereum network. This is the first time the lending firm has made such a move as it explores ways to use blockchain technology to ease financial transactions. дальше »
2019-4-24 18:09
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45,000 ETH Stolen Just By Guessing Private Keys, Report Says
A report released by Independent Security Evaluators shows that there has been one individual who has been guessing private… The post 45,000 ETH Stolen Just By Guessing Private Keys, Report Says appeared first on Invest In Blockchain. дальше »
2019-4-24 12:19
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Blockfolio Embraces Preventive Privacy As It Debuts Exchange Integration
In the crypto industry, few things are as sacrosanct as the privacy of your transactions. That doesn’t mean they’re always anonymous: as Robert Mueller’s long-anticipated report detailed, Russian hackers interfering in the last U. дальше »
2019-4-23 21:15
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Report: Ransom Amounts Following Cyberattacks Rose by 90% in Q1 of 2019
A report published by Coveware, a company that assists ransomware victims in facilitating cryptocurrency ransom payments, claims that ransom amounts requested following cyber attacks increased by 90% in Q1 of 2019 as compared to Q4 of 2018. дальше »
2019-4-23 13:09
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Blockchain Patent Granted to Cybersecurity Company Owned by U.S. Defense Contractor
A blockchain-related patent has been awarded to Texas-based cybersecurity company Forcepoint
дальше »2019-4-22 17:24
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