Israeli orgs targeted with wiper malware via ESET-branded emails
Attackers have tried to deliver wiper malware to employees at organizations across Israel by impersonating cybersecurity company ESET via email. The phishing email The attack took the form of a phishing email ostensibly sent by the “Eset Advanc.....»»
This dangerous new malware is after your WhatsApp backups
Two instant messaging apps are stealing WhatsApp backups, among other sensitive data......»»
A ransomware attack is hitting schools, businesses and government agencies. Here"s what you should know
A growing number of businesses, universities and government agencies have been targeted in a global cyberattack by Russian cybercriminals and are now working to understand how much data was compromised......»»
Russia-backed hackers unleash new USB-based malware on Ukraine’s military
Shuckworm's relentless attacks seek intel for use in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Hackers working for Russia’s Federal Security Service have mounted multiple cyberattacks that used USB-b.....»»
Gmail’s new AI feature is ready to help you write emails on iOS and Android
As Google pushes its Workspace Labs features for users, Gmail has now received the long-awaited Help Me Write function (via 9to5Google). As of now, this … The post Gmail’s new AI feature is ready to help you write emails on iOS and Android ap.....»»
Study identifies new mechanisms driving genomic instability
A recent Northwestern Medicine study published in the Journal of Cell Biology has identified new mechanisms that cause genomic or chromosomal instability during cell division, findings that may improve the development of biomarkers and targeted thera.....»»
Israeli startups chase Mobileye as next automotive tech unicorn
Israel's strong technology and venture capital scene has turned the small nation into a global automotive industry player by focusing on sensors, chips, software and cybersecurity......»»
Dell or HP? Perhaps Lenovo? This deal gets you a mystery PC for $100
Looking for a cheap desktop PC and can't afford much? Woot is offering a mystery branded PC for $100 so why not see how that goes?.....»»
She Built an App to Block Harassment on Twitter. Elon Musk Killed It
Tracy Chou's Block Party has closed its doors, a victim of soaring new bills imposed by new owner Elon Musk. Tracy Chou launched the Twitter app Block Party in 2021 to help users escape targeted harassment campaigns that she—as an A.....»»
5 Major Benefits of Having a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) For Unix and Linux
The annual security breaches for Unix and Linux infrastructure is at an all-time high, with almost 1.7 million Linux malware floating across the internet for 2022 alone. That’s a 650% increment from 2021. That’s why most tech companies work.....»»
Clear is trying to turn our summer of travel hell into a branding opportunity
A service lets you prebook a time and jump directly to the front of the airport security line—but what about the annoyed masses left behind? Branded is a weekly column devoted to the intersection of marketing, business, design, and cultu.....»»
Why attackers love to target IoT devices
Operations technology endpoints lack security. Four reasons IoT devices are such a high-value target for malware and ransomware attacks . Operations technology endpoints lack security. Four reasons IoT devices are such a high-value target for mal.....»»
The first prehistoric wind instruments discovered in the Levant
Although the prehistoric site of Eynan-Mallaha in northern Israel has been thoroughly examined since 1955, it still holds some surprises for scientists. Seven prehistoric wind instruments known as flutes, recently identified by a Franco-Israeli team,.....»»
Robocalls claiming voters would get “mandatory vaccines” result in $5M fine
Black people targeted with conspiracy theory about voting and mandatory vaccines. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | adamkaz) The Federal Communications Commission issued a $5.1 million fine against pro-Trump robocallers wh.....»»
Dozens of popular Minecraft mods found infected with Fracturiser malware
Stop downloading or updating Minecraft mods for now, investigators say. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) A platform that provides plugin software for the wildly popular Minecraft game is advising users to immediately stop.....»»
0mega ransomware gang changes tactics
A number of ransomware gangs have stopped using malware to encrypt targets’ files and have switched to a data theft/extortion approach to get paid; 0mega – a low-profile and seemingly not very active threat actor – seems to be among.....»»
Targeted small molecule alleviates arthritis symptoms in mice
Researchers at the University of Helsinki, together with researchers from the United States, have discovered a small molecule that inhibits the formation in cells of cytokine proteins that promote inflammation. The mechanism is based on the fact that.....»»
Team develops magnetic microrobots with folate to promote targeted drug delivery to cancer cells
The limited ability of microrobots to assist drugs in entering cells hinders their therapeutic efficacy. To address this, a research team, reporting in Cyborg and Bionic Systems, has introduced the cancer-targeting molecule folic acid (FA) to microro.....»»
Mass exploitation of critical MOVEit flaw is ransacking orgs big and small
SQL injection attacks on MOVEit file transfer service likely to get worse. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) Organizations big and small are falling prey to the mass exploitation of a critical vulnerability in a widely used.....»»
Multi-omics resources for targeted agronomic improvement of pigmented rice
Pigmented rice is known to be much more nutritious than white rice and could be an important resource to improve human health and combat malnutrition. However, improved yield and agronomic traits are needed if these varieties, which include black, br.....»»
Researchers claim malware is rife on the Google Play Store
Millions are using apps infected with malware designed to steal sensitive data......»»