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Buggy software in popular connected storage drives can let hackers read private data
Security researchers have found flaws in four popular connected storage drives that they say could let hackers access a user’s…
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MindBody-owned FitMetrix exposed millions of user records — thanks to servers without passwords
FitMetrix, a fitness technology and performance tracking company owned by gym booking giant Mindbody, has exposed millions of user records…
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California passes law that bans default passwords in connected devices
Good news! California has passed a law banning default passwords like “admin,” “123456” and the old classic “password” in all…
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Justice Department files criminal charges against seven Russian spies over Fancy Bear cyberattacks
U.S. prosecutors have charged seven suspects accused of working for the Russian GRU, the country’s military intelligence unit. The Justice…
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Chegg resets 40 million user passwords after data breach
Chegg, a technology giant specializing in textbook rental, has confirmed a data breach affecting some 40 million customers. In a…
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Hackers failed to hack into DNC voter database, says security firm
The Democratic National Committee has prevented an attempt to hack into its database of tens of millions of voters. CNN…
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Apple says Australian teen hacked corporate network but did not take customer data
(Reuters) — Apple said on Friday no customer data was compromised after Australian media reported a teenager had pleaded guilty…
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Timehop discloses July 4 data breach affecting 21 million
Timehop has disclosed a security breach that has compromised the personal data (names and emails) of 21 million users (essentially its…
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