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  AI-driven scams and phishing surge to over 75% of digital threats in 1H 2023: Norton Report

  Technology | September 21, 2023 16:00 IST

  A report highlights that cybercriminals have harnessed AI capabilities to create highly sophisticated scams that appear increasingly credible, making them difficult to detect. As a result, consumers are faced with a growing array of online threats.

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  McAfee unveils AI-driven scam protection for real-time defense

  Technology | September 21, 2023 15:44 IST

  To access McAfee Scam Protection, users can take advantage of a free seven-day trial of McAfee Mobile Security. After this trial period, they can opt for a monthly or annual subscription.

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  High-security warning issued by CRET-In to keep Android devices safe

  Technology | September 11, 2023 12:56 IST

  This security risk has the potential to impact a significant number of users in India, given the country's substantial Android user base. According to Statista, Android commanded a dominant 95.26 per cent share of the mobile operating system market in India in 2022.

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  Know how China-backed hackers obtained Microsoft's email key

  Technology | September 09, 2023 12:44 IST

  The threat actor, identified as Storm-0558, used an acquired Microsoft account (MSA) consumer key to generate tokens, granting them access to Outlook Web App (OWA) and Outlook.com.

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  Google, MeitY collaborates to empower India's cybersecurity workforce: Know-how

  Technology | September 07, 2023 14:41 IST

  As part of partnership, the focus is on cybersecurity training and skill development through various initiatives. One notable initiative involves training a 'cyber force' consisting of 1,000 government officials to equip them with best practices in cyber defense.

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  Cyber threats surrounding ICC World Cup 2023: All you need to know

  Technology | September 06, 2023 7:01 IST

  As anticipation builds for the ICC World Cup 2023 among cricket enthusiasts in India, there's another group equally excited, but for malicious reasons—cybercriminals.

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  Indian Government alerts citizens to malware threat on Android via social media

  Technology | September 06, 2023 6:34 IST

  While the source of this threat remains unknown, the advisory highlights a recent incident where cybercriminals used Telegram to distribute fake versions of popular apps like ChatGPT, Instagram, Opera Mini, and YouTube.

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  Major cybersecurity concerns in India: 83% of firms report incidents in past year

  Technology | September 05, 2023 13:27 IST

  The report underscores the obstacles that organizations encounter in establishing robust cybersecurity preparedness. A substantial 57% of business leaders in India pinpointed the scarcity of skilled professionals as their primary hurdle, with 44% indicating inadequate funding.

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  Fake Signal and Telegram apps disseminate China-backed spyware onto Android devices

  Technology | September 04, 2023 12:34 IST

  Malicious Signal and Telegram Android apps, aiming to deliver the China-linked "BadBazaar" spyware, were found on the Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store, linked to China-aligned APT group GREF, according to ESET.

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  Dark web report feature now available for Google One subscribers in India

  August 20, 2023 12:45 IST

  By introducing the Dark Web Report feature, Google is aiming to equip Indian subscribers with the means to proactively protect their sensitive information from malicious actors operating on the dark web.

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  Researchers discover AI's potential to accurately steal passwords by ‘Listening’ to typing

  Technology | August 17, 2023 15:09 IST

  The study showed that an AI program, when enabled on a nearby smartphone, could accurately replicate typed passwords with a remarkable 95% accuracy.

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  Rapid7, a US Cybersecurity company to reduce its workforce by 18%, shut office locations

  Technology | August 09, 2023 14:19 IST

  The company's filing stated that the restructuring effort will encompass an 18% reduction in the workforce and will incur charges amounting to around $24-$32 million. While the decision might appear unexpected given the company's meeting of performance expectations.

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  Famed computer hacker Kevin Mitnick is no more: Know his story

  Technology | July 21, 2023 13:58 IST

  Kevin Mitnick spent five years in prison for computer and wire fraud after a two-year federal manhunt in the 1990s. However, upon his release in 2000, he transformed himself into a respected "white hat" hacker, cybersecurity consultant, and author.

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  Dark net, Dark web, Deep web- Know how dangerous it could be and how India is saving it from

  Explainers | July 18, 2023 23:25 IST

  Amit Shah's participation in the G-20 Conference emphasized the growing threat of terrorists using the dark net and the risks associated with cyber-attacks and cybercrimes. He called for understanding the patterns of these activities and developing a robust operational system.

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  BlackBerry expands global cybersecurity reach with new India hub

  Technology | July 13, 2023 19:32 IST

  BlackBerry's expansion of its software and services presence in India is a strategic complement to its existing teams in Canada, the United States, and Europe. The company plans to have a highly skilled workforce of over 100 employees at its India cybersecurity hub by the end of 2023.

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  Apps with 1.5 million downloads on Google Play found transmitting user data to China

  Technology | July 09, 2023 17:57 IST

  Over 1.5 million users downloaded malicious file management apps from the Google Play Store, which disguised as legitimate tools, but secretly sent sensitive data to servers in China. The apps, identified by cybersecurity firm Pradeo, collected personal information without user consent.

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  YouTube like and subscribe scam on WhatsApp: In detail

  Technology | May 31, 2023 16:13 IST

  WhatsApp and Telegram have become platforms for cybercriminals to lure potential victims with work-from-home and part-time job opportunities.

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  52% of organisations have suffered a data breach worldwide in the last 2 years

  Technology | April 06, 2023 18:46 IST

  According to the State of Security, 2023 report by software firm Splunk, around 62 per cent of respondents have said that their business-critical applications have suffered from unplanned downtime due to a cybersecurity incident on at least a monthly basis, an increase from 54 per cent in 2022.

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  6 cybersecurity providers for data protection and security solutions

  Technology | March 03, 2023 20:45 IST

  As technology progresses, the need to safeguard their networks, data, and users from online threats is growing simultaneously, prompting more businesses to invest in cybersecurity solutions.

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  'Quad Cyber Challenge': Quad nations launch public campaign to better cyber security in Indo-Pacific

  World | February 08, 2023 7:19 IST

  Quad on cyber security: The initiative underscores the Quad's ongoing efforts to improve people's cyber security knowledge and behaviour as well as to promote a more secure and resilient cyber environment to benefit economies and consumers around the world.