Recent Security News
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States and Congress Wrestle With Cybersecurity After Iran Attacks Small Town Water Utilities
January 2, 2024 at 05:12PM The Aliquippa water authority in western Pennsylvania fell victim to an international cyberattack by Iranian-backed hackers. The attack targeted a piece of Israeli-made equipment, prompting concerns about potential dangers to water utilities across the US. Efforts to address cybersecurity vulnerabilities and funding challenges continue at the state and federal levels.…
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Google Settles Lawsuit Over Tracking ‘Incognito Mode’ Chrome Users
January 2, 2024 at 04:48PM Google has settled a class-action lawsuit alleging it violated privacy laws by tracking data from users in private browsing modes. The terms of the settlement are undisclosed, but it could potentially cost Google billions. The case highlights challenges in maintaining user privacy while delivering targeted ads. Private browsing modes may…
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Steam drops support for Windows 7 and 8.1 to boost security
January 2, 2024 at 03:46PM Steam officially stopped supporting Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 on January 1, with users urged to upgrade to a newer Windows OS. Microsoft’s extended support for Windows 7 ended in 2023. Windows 10 will reach end of support in 2025, making Windows 11 a better option. Steam warns unsupported versions…
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Orbit Chain loses $86 million in the last fintech hack of 2023
January 2, 2024 at 03:46PM Orbit Chain suffered a security breach resulting in an $86 million loss, involving assets like Ether, Dai, Tether, and USD Coin. The breach, suspected to be the work of sophisticated state-sponsored attackers possibly from North Korea, prompted a collaboration with Korean authorities. Stolen funds are being tracked internationally, and caution…