Cyber Forensic Expert in 2,000+ Cases Faces FBI Probe
A prominent cyber forensic expert is under FBI investigation for allegedly falsifying credentials, casting doubt on the integrity of thousands of legal cases.
When Getting Phished Puts You in Mortal Danger
Many successful phishing attacks result in a financial loss or malware infection. But falling for some phishing scams, like those currently targeting Russians searching online for organizations that are fighting the Kremlin war machine, can cost you your freedom or...Feds Link $150M Cyberheist to 2022 LastPass Hacks
U.S. federal agents have confirmed that the $150 million Ripple crypto heist was linked to the 2022 LastPass breaches, where hackers cracked weak master passwords to access victims’ cryptocurrency wallets. Despite repeated denials from LastPass, the FBI and Secret Service have concluded that stolen password vaults from the LastPass breach enabled the thefts.
Microsoft Patch Tuesday, February 2025 Edition
Microsoft today issued security updates to fix at least 56 vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems and supported software, including two zero-day flaws that are being actively exploited. All supported Windows operating systems will receive an update this...Teen on Musk’s DOGE Team Graduated from ‘The Com’
The rapid rise of Musk’s DOGE team and its access to sensitive government systems has sparked intense debate over security clearances, oversight, and the potential risks of cyber infiltration. Reports indicate that a 19-year-old with ties to cybercrime circles was granted access to critical federal databases, raising concerns about the vetting process and the implications for national security. As lawsuits mount and agencies scramble to respond, the future of DOGE’s unchecked influence remains uncertain.