Dark web stories - Page 3
A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).

Altia launches OSINT Investigator to enhance digital probes
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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open source
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data privacy
Nottingham's Altia unveils OSINT Investigator, a software aimed at transforming law enforcement investigations amid a surge in digital data.

Canadian & Turkish authorities arrest cybercriminal duo
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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saas
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ransomware
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cloud security
Canadian and Turkish authorities have arrested two cybercriminals linked to a global campaign that compromised data from over 100 organisations.

Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

Norton report warns UK shoppers of holiday cyber risks
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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email security
Shoppers in the UK are advised to remain vigilant over holiday discounts, as a report reveals soaring risks of digital identity theft amid festive deals.

Finnish Customs dismantle dark web marketplace Sipulitie
Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
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collaboration
Finnish Customs, alongside international law enforcement, has dismantled the Sipulitie dark web marketplace notorious for narcotics sales, marking a significant victory.

Dark web sees surge in pricey software exploit listings
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky has identified 547 dark web listings for software vulnerability exploits from January 2023 to September 2024, with average prices hitting $100,000.

Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Mon, 7th Oct 2024
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ransomware
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martech
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physical security
An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.

NormCyber launches digital risk protection to bolster cyber defence
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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data protection
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ransomware
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phishing
NormCyber launches Digital Risk Protection service, offering real-time threat intelligence and enhanced defence capabilities for organisations' IT infrastructure.

HP finds AI-generated malware targets French speakers
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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malware
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genai
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ai
New research from HP reveals cybercriminals using generative AI to write sophisticated malware, lowering the barrier for entry-level hackers and increasing attack efficacy.

Financial services face rising DDoS threats – Akamai
Wed, 18th Sep 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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botnet
Akamai’s latest report reveals financial services face escalating DDoS attacks, with politically motivated strikes and rampant brand impersonation and phishing threats.

Squarex wins Rising Star for innovation
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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cybersecurity
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browsers
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dark web
SquareX wins the Rising Star award at CybersecAsia Readers' Choice Awards 2024, recognised for its innovative browser security solutions launched in Singapore.

Kaspersky: Cyberattacks on young gamers surge by 30%
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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phishing
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email security
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ai
Cyberattacks targeting young gamers surged by 30% in the first half of 2024, with 132,000 users affected, highlights a new Kaspersky report.

Apple iPhone 16 launch triggers wave of scams – Kaspersky
Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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phishing
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email security
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personal computing devices
Apple's iPhone 16 launch has cybercriminals posing as early pre-order sites. Kaspersky warns of scams leading to financial losses and stolen personal data.

e2e-assure partners with Searchlight Cyber for dark web intel
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
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ai
e2e-assure has partnered with Searchlight Cyber to enhance its managed threat detection services with advanced dark web intelligence for better security monitoring.

SquareX exposes SWG flaws at DEF CON, urges browser security
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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malware
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casb
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sase
SquareX’s DEF CON 32 presentation reveals flaws in Secure Web Gateways, urging firms to rethink their reliance on outdated tech for browser security.

Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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uc
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Malwarebytes launches a new cyber protection platform, featuring an all-in-one dashboard with real-time guidance, as consumer threats hit unprecedented highs.

SquareX to reveal major browser vulnerabilities at DEF CON 32
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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casb
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sase
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cybersecurity
SquareX's founder, Vivek Ramachandran, will unveil alarming research on a new type of cyber-attack at DEF CON 32, threatening a USD $40 billion market.

Cybercriminals weaponising stolen data in attacks
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Cybercriminals escalate ransomware tactics, weaponising stolen data to extort victims, Sophos reveals. Threats now include exposing personal and illicit information.

Transmit Security report reveals rise in AI-driven fraud scams
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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devops
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digital entertainment
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apm
Transmit Security's latest report reveals a surge in AI-driven fraud scams, highlighting dark web marketplaces and tools like FraudGPT that empower even novice fraudsters.

GenAI tools amplify online fraud risks, report reveals
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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genai
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collaboration
A new Transmit Security report reveals generative AI is fuelling a surge in dark web fraud, with accessible tools like FraudGPT boosting online scam capabilities.