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A new malware campaign is targeting misconfigured Docker API instances, converting them into a cryptocurrency mining botnet. The primary goal of the attacks is to mine Dero cryptocurrency, and the campaign is particularly notable for its worm-like ability to spread the infection to other vulnerable Docker instances. According to Kaspersky, an unidentified threat actor gains

Ransomware has a significant impact on individuals, businesses, and governments by encrypting critical data and demanding payment for its release. It disrupts operations, causes financial losses, and can damage reputations. Victims often face downtime, data breaches, and recovery costs, while some never regain access to their files. The growing frequency and sophistication of ransomware attacks

  Cybersecurity experts are sounding the alarm after the verified X (formerly Twitter) account of the New York Post (NYP) was reportedly hijacked and used to target cryptocurrency enthusiasts. On May 3, Alex Katz, founder and CEO of cybersecurity firm Kerberus, shared a screenshot revealing the scam in action. The compromised NYP account was allegedly

Fake students using aliases, enrolling in community college courses, and submitting AI-generated assignments are scamming the system out of millions in state and federal financial aid. Colleges across the country are struggling to keep up. A recent investigative report by Voice of San Diego, a nonprofit news outlet, reveals that the rise of “bot” students

MrBeast, legally known as Jimmy Donaldson, is suing a former employee, Leroy Nabors, for breach of contract and misappropriation of trade secrets. The lawsuit alleges that Nabors stole thousands of confidential files and installed hidden cameras inside Beast Industries’ offices. According to the complaint, Nabors exfiltrated sensitive information, including financial records, business transaction details, private

In a concerning turn of events, Sam’s Club, the Walmart-owned membership-only warehouse chain, has become the latest high-profile victim of the notorious Cl0p ransomware group. This attack comes as part of a broader wave of exploitation stemming from vulnerabilities in Cleo File Transfer, which has already affected multiple organizations worldwide. The group, known for its

Payments from T-Mobile’s $350 million class action settlement are finally set to roll out in April 2025. The lawsuit stemmed from an August 2021 cyberattack that exposed the personal data of 76 million U.S. customers, including names, addresses, and Social Security numbers. While T-Mobile denied any wrongdoing, it agreed to the settlement to resolve the