Recent Security News
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Discover How Gcore Thwarted Powerful 1.1Tbps and 1.6Tbps DDoS Attacks
December 1, 2023 at 05:48AM The latest Gcore Radar report has revealed an unprecedented surge in DDoS attacks, with intensities surpassing 1.5 Tbps. Gcore successfully defended a gaming industry customer against two substantial DDoS attempts using a variety of defense strategies, including dynamic traffic shaping, anomaly detection, regular expression filters, and collaborative threat intelligence, thereby…
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WhatsApp’s New Secret Code Feature Lets Users Protect Private Chats with Password
December 1, 2023 at 05:48AM WhatsApp introduced a new Secret Code feature enhancing privacy by allowing custom passwords for sensitive chats. The feature complements the existing Chat Lock tool and adds a layer of security, especially for shared devices. This follows other privacy upgrades and debates over governmental use of secure messaging platforms. Takeaways from…
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions North Korean Kimsuky Hackers and 8 Foreign Agents
December 1, 2023 at 03:48AM The U.S. Treasury sanctioned Kimsuky, a North Korea-linked cyber espionage group, and eight individuals for supporting DPRK’s WMD programs and evading sanctions. Kimsuky, active since 2012, targets governments and organizations mainly for intelligence relevant to North Korea’s interests and missile technology. **Takeaways from the Meeting:** 1. The U.S. Department of…