Dark web stories - Page 4
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).
MOAB: a massive compilation of old data leaks, warns expert
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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mfa
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cybersecurity
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data leak
MOAB, a giant compilation of historical data breaches totalling 26bn records, poses significant cybersecurity risk, warns Blackpoint Cyber's Threat Intelligence Director.
Kaspersky exposes AI exploitation trend on the dark web
Tue, 30th Jan 2024
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malware
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ai
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky study reveals an alarming increase in criminals discussing the use of AI tools for cyber exploitation on the dark web.
Enzoic & ThreatQuotient unite to tackle Dark Web threats
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
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dark web
Enzoic joins forces with ThreatQuotient to utilise Dark Web monitoring skills for early detection and rapid response to online cyber threats, primarily exposed credentials.
Six trends that will shape Cybersecurity in 2024
Mon, 29th Jan 2024
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llms
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cybersecurity
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qr code
Rising use of QR codes and Large Language Models, automation in Managed Service Providers, booming AI spear phishing on the Dark Web, acceleration of AI-based 'vishing', and privacy threats from VR/MR headsets are predicted to shape the cybersecurity realm in 2024.
Trello data breach exposes 15 million users' details on Dark Web
Sun, 28th Jan 2024
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data protection
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devops
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apm
Trello has suffered a data breach compromising the details of 15 million users, sparking questions over the security measures at parent company, Atlassian.
Breaking down Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030
Thu, 25th Jan 2024
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iam
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supply chain & logistics
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cybersecurity
Australia's Cyber Security Strategy 2023-2030, aimed toward transforming the nation from highly vulnerable to a global cyber risk leader, embarks on its urgent 'Phase One', following a 14% rise in cyber attacks last year.
Barracuda Networks tackle rising Aussie credential stuffing scams
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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surveillance
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
Barracuda Networks proposes sturdy measures against escalating Australian credential stuffing scams, affecting around 20,000 consumers, with increased bot-assisted logins and poor password hygiene.
Silobreaker teams up with DarkOwl for advanced darknet threat intelligence
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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cloud services
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bi
Silobreaker partners with DarkOwl to advance data partnership programme, boosting risk reprisal with enhanced deep and dark web monitoring and swift response to exposed credentials.
Kaspersky forecasts dark web cyber-crime surge in 2024
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky predicts a rise in cyber crime on the dark web with increases in malware distribution, crypto asset draining, and antivirus evasion,.
Guardio Labs exposes critical vulnerability in Opera browser
Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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browsers
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opera
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dark web
Guardio Labs uncovers a significant zero-day vulnerability in Opera's browser, threatening its 350 million active users; Opera's 'My-Flow' feature enables act of exploitation.
Palo Alto Networks boosts cybersecurity with Talon acquisition
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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zero trust security
Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon Cyber Security, a move that highlights the firm's growth in the cybersecurity sector and the introduction of Talon's enterprise browser technology.
AppOmni experts warn of AI risks & mega breaches in 2024
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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devops
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apm
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cybersecurity
AppOmni experts predict perilous 2024: AI misuse, chronic mega breaches, and new cyber weaponry loom large.
WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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llms
Cybersecurity leader WatchGuard predicts a rise in AI-driven cyber threats, VR/MR headset attacks and harmful QR codes in 2024.
WatchGuard unveils cybersecurity threats predicted for 2024
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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firewalls
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
WatchGuard Technologies warns emerging tech trends like AI, VR/MR headsets and QR code technology could present key cybersecurity threats in 2024.
Trellix warns of rising collaboration in ransomware groups in 2023 report
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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cso / ciso
Cybersecurity firm Trellix exposes alarming collaboration within ransomware groups, citing sophisticated tools and tactics, in a new report.
Ad fraud set to surge due to automation advancements
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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open source
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youtube
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transparency
Insikt Group warns ad fraud losses could surge to $100bn due to a rise in automated solutions like bot software.
Australia pledges no ransom payments for cyber attacks at CRI Summit
Sat, 4th Nov 2023
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ai security
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hackers
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australian government
Australia officially pledges at the CRI Summit not to pay ransom for cyber attacks, affirming its dedication to combatting global cybercrime.
Survey reveals alarming rate of online scams targeting New Zealanders
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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cloud services
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social media
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norton
Norton study uncovers that one-third of New Zealanders have fallen victim to online scams, losing an average of NZD700.72.
Adobe launches Photoshop on the web, complete with genAI features
Fri, 29th Sep 2023
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martech
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genai
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ai
Adobe has officially released Photoshop on the web as part of all Photoshop plans, complete with newly released Adobe Firefly generative AI features.
Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals
Mon, 25th Sep 2023
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data protection
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cyber criminal
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norton
Norton launches Norton Secure Browser to protect consumers from browser-based cyber threats and unwanted tracking.