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$5 Million Stolen from 1inch Due to Smart Contract Flaw
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$5 Million Stolen from 1inch Due to Smart Contract Flaw
On March 5, 2025, 1inch confirmed a $5 million theft due to a smart contract flaw, affecting only resolver funds, not end-user assets.
US Cities Warn of Parking Phishing Texts Used to Steal Personal Data
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US Cities Warn of Parking Phishing Texts Used to Steal Personal Data
US cities warn residents about a new wave of phishing texts claiming unpaid parking fees, threatening fines and attempting to steal personal information.
Chicago Public Schools Data Breach Exposes Hundreds of Thousands of Student Records
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Chicago Public Schools Data Breach Exposes Hundreds of Thousands of Student Records
Hundreds of thousands of Chicago Public School students' data was exposed in a recent data breach, affecting names, birthdates, and student IDs. The FBI and ...
Bank of America Issues Warning on Data Breach: Millions of Accounts at Risk
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Bank of America Issues Warning on Data Breach: Millions of Accounts at Risk
Bank of America has announced a massive data breach affecting millions, with customers' sensitive information potentially compromised due to a vendor's mishandling of documents.
Data Breach Settlement: Rite Aid Agrees to Pay $6.8 Million to Affected Customers
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Data Breach Settlement: Rite Aid Agrees to Pay $6.8 Million to Affected Customers
Rite Aid has agreed to a $6.8 million settlement following a data breach affecting over 2 million customers, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures.
New Chirp Tool Using Audio Tones for Data Transit Between Devices
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New Chirp Tool Using Audio Tones for Data Transit Between Devices
The new Chirp tool allows data transfer between devices using audio tones, offering a unique and engaging way to communicate.
Akira Ransomware Uses Webcam to Bypass EDR
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Akira Ransomware Uses Webcam to Bypass EDR
The Akira ransomware gang has found a way to bypass EDR by exploiting unsecured webcams, demonstrating a new level of sophistication in cyberattacks.
Microsoft Reports Malvertising Campaign Impacted 1 Million PCs
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Microsoft Reports Malvertising Campaign Impacted 1 Million PCs
Microsoft reports a large malvertising campaign has impacted nearly one million PCs, using malicious ads on streaming sites to deploy malware.
Taylor Swift Ticket Scam: Cybercrime Crew Steals $635,000
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Taylor Swift Ticket Scam: Cybercrime Crew Steals $635,000
A cybercrime crew stole $635,000 worth of concert tickets, primarily for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, exploiting a StubHub vendor loophole. Two employees were arrested and ...
Scott County Breach: Email Account Compromises Patient Data
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Scott County Breach: Email Account Compromises Patient Data
The Scott County breach involved unauthorized access to email accounts, compromising protected health information for thousands of individuals across Iowa.