computer security
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Fake Cops Stole User Data from Meta and Apple
Last year, cybercriminals used phony law enforcement subpoenas to steal an unknown amount of user data from Apple and Meta. The data requests were submitted to the tech companies using hacked police email accounts, and thus appeared to be legitimate government requests.
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Banks Using AI Are Ripe for Russian Sabotage: Report
Banks and other financial institutions utilising artificial intelligence may be uniquely susceptible to retaliatory Russian cyberattacks as taxing international sanctions worsen, experts warn.
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China Hacked at Least 6 U.S. State Government Networks
A prolific state-backed hacker group from China has penetrated the networks of at least six state governments in the U.S., new research from cybersecurity firm Mandiant reveals.
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6 Ways to Reduce Shady-Arse Tracking on Your Computer
Just as they do on your iPhone, Mac and PC apps request permission to use sensitive information, such as your microphone, location, and camera. There’s no foolproof way to protect your privacy completely on any device connected to the internet, but there are ways to reduce tracking from shady apps and advertising companies. While the…