A new attack is affecting SMS messaging with the users never finding out. The attack, uncovered by Motherboard, uses text-messaging management services to redirect messages to hackers from the user.

Telecom companies may be redirecting your SMSs to hackers for less than $16!

At least 10 different hacking groups are using recently discovered flaws in Microsoft Corp`s mail server software to break in to targets around the world, cybersecurity company ESET said in a blog post on Wednesday.

At least 10 hacking groups using Microsoft software flaw

Microsoft on Tuesday said that a cyber espionage group linked to China has been exploiting newly found flaws in the company's mail server software. On Tuesday, the company claimed that the hacking group infiltrated the email inboxes.

Hackers linked to China attack Microsoft's email server, exploit new vulnerabilities

From India's power grid to vaccine makers, Chinese hackers are allegedly targeting critical Indian infrastructure and assets, according to reports. Two reports hint at potential cyber warfare by China but no breach has been detected by India till now.

Chinese hackers target critical Indian infrastructure 

The Federal Bureau of Investigation on Wednesday said pranksters are hijacking weakly-secured smart devices to live-stream swatting incidents. The domestic intelligence and security service of the United States issued a statement saying "Recently, offenders have been using victims' smart devices, including video and audio capable home surveillance devices, to carry out swatting attacks.

Pranksters are hijacking smart devices to live-stream swatting, says FBI

Hackers believed to be working for Russia have been monitoring internal email traffic at the U.S. Treasury and Commerce departments, according to people familiar with the matter, adding they feared the hacks uncovered so far may be the tip of the iceberg.

Suspected Russian hackers spied on US Treasury emails

A Google hacker, who finally acquired some success in weaponising the iPhone's remote network to gain access to the device, took six months to tell the world. The attack could not only read the contents of the phone, but also snoop through the camera and mic.

Someone hacked the iPhone. But waited 6 months to tell the world

The US Treasury has said that facilitating ransomware payments to sanctioned hackers may be illegal. It signaled a crackdown on the fast-growing market for consultants who help organizations pay off cybercriminals.

US Treasury: Ransoms to hackers may be illegal

Almost 10 universities in the United Kingdom, the United States of America and Canada have been hit by a malware in their cloud computing provider, Blackbaud. Blackbaud is one of the largest providers of education administration, fundraising, and financial management software in the world.

Several universities in UK, US and Canada hit by malware attack; data lost

Hackers and activists have once again taken to protests but this time after the brutal death of George Floyd due to police brutality. An online collective group by the name of 'Anonymous' has surged once again as protests are spreading across US.

Who are the 'Anonymous' and what have they done so far?

Kaspersky recently discovered two new Android malware modifications that are capable of stealing cookies that are stored by the internet browser and social media applications.

Combination of Android malware may compromise user's social media accounts

Coronavirus, after sending shock waves in China, is now causing an alarming situation in many countries, including Italy, Iran, South Korea and the United States.

How hackers are cashing in on coronavirus fears

one of the most powerful leaders in the world today. The Amazon CEO had hired private investigators to probe the phone hack. So if Jeff Bezos has evidence to prove is the shocking claim, he must put it out.

Wion Edit: Cybersecurity - are governments around the world safe?

Soon after hacking Amitabh Bachchan's Twitter page, Turkish hacker group going by the name ‘Ayyildiz Tim cyber army’ reportedly posted details of his account including his password on the Darknet, a section of the internet which is not accessible using traditional search engines or web browsers.

After hacking Amitabh Bachchan's Twitter account, the hacker group posted his password on Darknet

The personal information of nearly 1,000 North Koreans who defected to South Korea has been leaked after unknown hackers got access to a resettlement agency's database, the South Korean Unification Ministry said on Friday.

Hacker steals data of nearly 1,000 North Korean defectors in South Korea

The US Justice Department on Thursday indicted two Chinese hackers tied to Beijing's security services who allegedly targeted companies and agencies in a dozen countries, which US officials said showed President Xi Jinping had not fulfilled his pledge to stop cybercrime.

US indicts two Chinese hackers for targeting companies in 12 countries

The EU has announced an urgent investigation after suspected Chinese military hackers accessed thousands of sensitive diplomatic cables. Area 1 Security, a US cybersecurity firm, said a unit of China's People's Liberation Army, acting on government orders, breached a secure communications network used by the EU to coordinate foreign policy.

EU orders probe into hacking of diplomatic cables; suspects China

Several users' details have been compromised after hackers gained access to their private messages, the BBC reported. Most of the users are based in Ukraine and Russia but some were also from the UK, US, Brazil and elsewhere, the report said on Friday.

Hackers gain access to 120 miilion Facebook users' private messages: Report

Several cyber attackers have now found a new way to break into customers accounts in China and swipe off unknown amounts of cash - through their Apple IDs - Ant Financial’s Alipay, the operator of one of China's top two mobile payment apps, and Tencent Holdings Ltd.

Cyber hackers using stolen Apple ID's to steal cash from China's Alipay: Report

Hackers have found new ways to break into your devices. But if you keep your digital doors locked, it reduces your chances of becoming a cybercrime victim.

Opinion: On Safer Internet Day, 10 tips to prevent hacking

The latest leak did not include anything on the hit series "Game of Thrones," the Associated Press reported

Hackers release more HBO episode shows: report

The cyber thieves reportedly demanded to be paid in Bitcoin and are threatening to release five minutes of the movie, followed by 20-minute segments until the ransom is delivered

Hackers threaten to leak unreleased Disney movie if not paid 'huge' ransom: Reports

The hacking group calling itself ?TheDarkOverlord? claims to have stolen unreleased television shows from several major networks

Hackers leak new season of Netflix's 'Orange Is The New Black'

Leaked dossiers about Florida candidates' political profiles have left the Democrats at a disadvantage in the swing state

Democrats vexed about hackers sabotaging tight congressional race in Florida

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