Recent Security News
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Record breach of French government exposes up to 43 million people’s data
March 14, 2024 at 12:11PM France Travail, a French government department, reported a massive data breach compromising personal information of up to 43 million citizens. The stolen data includes names, social security numbers, and contact details, posing a risk of identity theft. An investigation is underway, and citizens are advised to remain vigilant against potential…
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Chrome’s Standard Safe Browsing Now Has Real-Time URL Protection
March 14, 2024 at 12:09PM Google has enhanced Safe Browsing in Chrome, providing real-time protection by checking sites against a server-side list of bad domains, aiming to block 25% more phishing attempts. This server-side approach ensures timely updates and efficient storage, improving user privacy. The update is rolling out to Chrome users on desktop and…
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Boat Dealer MarineMax Hit by Cyberattack
March 14, 2024 at 12:09PM MarineMax, a leading boat and yacht retailer, experienced a cybersecurity incident prompting business continuity measures and containment efforts. Despite some disruption, the company asserted that its operations have continued without material impact. The incident, possibly a ransomware attack, is under investigation amid compliance with SEC disclosure rules. Stakeholders are awaiting…
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Malawi Passport System Back Online After Debilitating Cyberattack
March 14, 2024 at 11:47AM Passport printing and distribution will first resume in Lilongwe as the immigration system regains functionality. From the meeting notes: Passport printing and distribution will resume first in Lilongwe as the immigration system gets back on its feet. Full Article
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International effort to disrupt cybercrime moves into operational phase
March 14, 2024 at 11:06AM The Cybercrime Atlas, a collaborative initiative involving law enforcement, private sector, and academia, aims to disrupt cybercriminals by mapping out their relationships and infrastructure. With members like Microsoft and PayPal, the initiative is focused on intelligence gathering and taking action to make cybercrime less lucrative. The project is seen as…