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Clinics to remain Closed Monday and Tuesday after cyberattack at UMMC
6+ hour, 55+ min ago (229+ words) Industry data shows healthcare cyberattacks remain among the most expensive and disruptive nationwide Cyberattacks on hospitals often come with significant financial and operational costs, and recovery can take weeks or longer, according to industry data. The disruption at the University…...
TikTok faces app deletions, censorship claims and glitches in days after its ownership change
3+ week, 3+ day ago (438+ words) Censorship claims, technical problems and a report of a surge in app deletions are just some of the challenges TikTok is facing as it adjusts to a new ownership structure in the United States that was finalized last week. The…...
DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing
1+ mon, 19+ hour ago (561+ words) A Department of Government Efficiency employee shared Social Security data without agency officials" knowledge and in violation of security protocols, the Justice Department said in a court filing Tuesday. The Social Security Administration is still unable to determine what information…...
2 men accused of hacking and extorting US companies previously worked for cybersecurity firms
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (625+ words) Two former employees of cybersecurity firms that sold services helping companies combat hackers have been indicted and accused of participating in a conspiracy, outside of their day jobs, to hack multiple U.S. firms and extort them for millions of dollars. Related…...
FBI warns of new ‘Phantom Hacker’ scam draining bank accounts
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (214+ words) Officials say the three-phase scheme has stolen more than $1 billion, mostly from older Americans. The FBI is warning consumers about a sophisticated new scam called "The Phantom Hacker," which has already stolen more than $1 billion from unsuspecting Americans, many of…...
What to know about a vulnerability being used by hackers on Microsoft SharePoint servers
7+ mon, 13+ hour ago (505+ words) Microsoft has issued an emergency fix to close off a vulnerability in Microsoft's widely used SharePoint software that hackers have exploited to carry out widespread attacks on businesses and at least some U.S. government agencies. The company issued an alert to…...
Iranian-backed hackers target US companies following American strikes
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (872+ words) Hackers backing Tehran have targeted U.S. banks, defense contractors and oil industry companies following American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities " but so far have not caused widespread disruptions to critical infrastructure or the economy. But that could change if the ceasefire…...
Cybercriminals breach Aflac, exposing millions to potential data theft
8+ mon, 1+ day ago (555+ words) Cybercriminals have breached insurance giant Aflac, potentially stealing Social Security numbers, insurance claims and health information, the company said Friday, the latest in a spree of hacks against the insurance industry. Related video above: Protect Your Accounts from Data Breaches:…...
Stay safe on public Wi-Fi with these cybersecurity tips
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (244+ words) As the summer travel season heats up, travelers are urged to protect their private information from cyber threats when connecting to free Wi-Fi at cafes, airports, and other public places. Internet security expert Eric Plam, who is also the president…...
AI phone scam tricks victims with fake family emergencies
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (264+ words) In 2025, AI phone scams have emerged as a top threat, deceiving individuals into believing their family members are in distress and need immediate financial help. This scam uses artificial ... In 2025, AI phone scams have emerged as a top threat, deceiving…...