Category: Cybersecurity
Britain named worst in Europe for malware attacks
The UK is the worst country in Europe for malware attacks, according to new data from NordVPN’s quarterly Threat Protection Report Google, Facebook, and Microsoft top list of most impersonated brands used by cybercriminals In 2024 NordVPN’s Threat Protection Pro blocked more than 669 million incidents of malware in Britain, with video hosting sites -…
Scam ads surge online – celebrity ‘endorsements’ and deep fakes to blame
Example of a celebrity scam ad featuring Stacey Solomon The UK's Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has issued a warning about the rise of scam ads online, revealing key trends observed in 2024. The ASA's Scam Ad Alert system, in partnership with major online platforms, has been actively combating these deceptive ads,…
AI in the Wrong Hands: How Unregulated Technology Could Fuel Cybercrime
AI’s potential as a cybersecurity threat is being overlooked amid regulatory debates and innovation hype. As AI becomes more integrated into business operations, it also creates new vulnerabilities that existing security measures may not be prepared to handle. Aras Nazarovas of Cybernews reports... The recent AI summit in Paris pushed an optimistic vision of the technology’s potential,…
How to Check if a New Crypto Is Legit Before Investing
Photo by Jonas Leupe A new cryptocurrency can promise massive returns, but with scams and pump-and-dump schemes lurking, knowing how to separate a legitimate project from a risky one is essential. Many investors have lost money by jumping into hyped-up coins that vanish overnight. To avoid this, due diligence is crucial before putting any money…
Study exposes simple passwords fuelling data breaches
A new study by KnownHost has revealed the most easily hacked passwords, exposing a widespread vulnerability to cyberattacks. The research, which analyzed millions of breached records, found that simple numerical sequences like “123456” and “123456789” top the list of vulnerable passwords, highlighting a dangerous disregard for basic security practices. These two passwords alone have been…
UK data breach rate skyrockets: two accounts compromised every second
The UK ranks 9th globally with 57.3M breached accounts (previously 6th with 4.2M). The breach rate is 14 times higher than it was in 2023. 2 user accounts were breached in the UK every second throughout 2024. A new report from Surfshark reveals a dramatic surge in online account breaches in the UK during 2024.…
Teenagers targeted by scammers with tempting text offers
New research reveals that a quarter of British teens are falling victim to scam texts, with many lured in by enticing offers like fake job opportunities and exclusive deals. Virgin Media O2 reports blocking a staggering 168 million suspected fraudulent texts in the past two years, highlighting the growing threat to young people online. The…
UK users are neglecting app privacy, study finds
To coincide with Data Privacy Day on January 28, cybersecurity firm NordVPN unveils alarming trends in app usage habits. Over a quarter of Brits (28%) confess they blindly accept the terms of service for apps and online services. More than half (52%) admit to never reading policies on data collection and just under half (46%)…
I’m a cybersecurity expert. Here’s why you should be worried about Meta stopping fact-checking
Social media giant Meta has announced it is ending its third-party fact-checking program and replacing it with a community-driven system called "Community Notes," similar to system on Elon Musk's platform, X. Critics argue that this move could lead to the unchecked spread of misinformation. A cybersecurity expert at NordVPN has analysed the dark web to…
Important Tech Skills Your Business Needs
Building a successful business can take a lot of time and require a lot of skills. It isn't something that is or should be approached as an overnight success endeavor. In today's digital era, the strategic adoption of tech support, tools, and knowledge is beneficial and crucial for businesses to enhance their operations and efficiency.…
