➀ Chinese researchers have successfully executed the first quantum attack on widely used encryption algorithms using a D-Wave quantum computer, posing a significant threat to military and banking sectors. ➁ The attack targets SPN algorithms, which are considered crucial for digital security. ➂ The researchers warn that the future of encryption is at stake, and traditional encryption methods may soon become obsolete.
Recent #cybersecurity news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Pokemon developer GameFreak confirms a recent hack and leaks of information; ➁ The hack occurred in August 2024; ➂ GameFreak rebuilds and re-inspects the server to prevent future incidents.
➀ The Internet Archive has suffered a massive data breach exposing tens of millions of user account details; ➁ The breach includes usernames, emails, and bcrypt password hashes; ➂ Hacker group SN_BLACKMETA claimed responsibility for the attack.
➀ Google responds to claims Pixel smartphones send private user data to Google every 15 minutes; ➁ Google refutes the claims, stating the report lacks crucial context and misinterprets technical details; ➂ Google emphasizes user security and privacy as top priorities for Pixel devices.
➀ Google Pixel 9 Pro XL reportedly sends private user information back to Google servers every 15 minutes; ➁ Cybersecurity researchers at Cybernews analyzed the Pixel 9 Pro XL's web traffic and found private data being sent; ➂ The smartphone uses PII for authentication, configuration, and logging, raising privacy concerns.
➀ The FBI's pursuit of a China-based botnet led to the operators 'burning down' their network; ➁ The botnet, operated by 'Integrity Technology Group', was used to gather intelligence on critical US infrastructure; ➂ The botnet operators attempted to launch a DDoS attack on the FBI but failed.
➀ Hackers have reportedly stolen Social Security numbers of all Americans; ➁ 2.9 billion records are involved; ➂ The data includes personal information from the US, UK, and Canada.
➀ Intel sold its entire stake in Arm Holdings during the second quarter, raising approximately $147 million. ➁ The company also exited its investment in ZeroFox and reduced its involvement with Astera Labs as part of a broader cost management strategy. ➂ Intel reported a $120 million net loss on its equity investments for the quarter, amidst significant financial challenges.
➀ Google researchers discovered 9 vulnerabilities in Qualcomm's Adreno GPU; ➁ These vulnerabilities could allow hackers full control over Qualcomm-powered devices; ➂ Qualcomm has already patched the issues, but users should still be cautious.
1. Russia-affiliated criminals have hijacked an estimated 30,000 domains using the Sitting Ducks technique since 2019. 2. The technique exploits weak DNS services, allowing unauthorized changes to domain records. 3. Hijacked domains are often used for phishing, scams, spam, and other illegal activities, posing risks to both owners and visitors.
1. Microsoft calls for new laws against AI-generated deepfake videos. 2. The company emphasizes the need to hold creators accountable for nefarious uses. 3. Brad Smith highlights the risks of deepfakes being used for fraud, abuse, and manipulation, especially targeting children and the elderly.
1. CrowdStrike's faulty update caused approximately 8.5 million Windows PCs to enter infinite boot loops. 2. The global IT outage is estimated to cost affected companies billions of dollars. 3. Industries hit hardest include airlines, banking, healthcare, and retail.
1. CrowdStrike's faulty driver update caused millions of Windows PCs to go offline. 2. The outage affected critical infrastructure globally and required physical intervention to fix. 3. Microsoft's initial estimate of affected devices was potentially doubled by expert analysis.
1. CrowdStrike's faulty driver update caused a global Windows outage affecting millions of PCs. 2. The outage impacted various sectors including emergency services, hospitals, and stock exchanges. 3. Microsoft estimates that less than 1% of all Windows machines, specifically 8.5 million, were affected.
1. A historic global IT outage affecting millions of Windows PCs has led to a dangerous phishing scam. 2. The outage was caused by a faulty driver update from CrowdStrike, disrupting industries and critical infrastructure. 3. The Singapore Cyber Emergency Response Team warns of phishing scams impersonating CrowdStrike staff and selling fake recovery solutions.
1. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella addressed the largest IT outage in history, where millions of Windows PCs experienced blue screens. 2. The outage was caused by a faulty driver in an update from cybersecurity company CrowdStrike. 3. A manual fix has been provided, requiring systems to boot in safe mode and delete a specific file.
1. CrowdStrike released an update causing millions of Windows PCs to experience a blue screen of death loop; 2. The issue was traced back to a faulty driver update 'C-00000291.sys'; 3. CrowdStrike has provided workaround steps for individual hosts and public cloud environments.
1. Millions of Windows-based systems experienced BSOD due to a faulty update in CrowdStrike's Falcon security software. 2. The Falcon Sensor component, running in Kernel Mode, caused a Kernel Panic leading to system-wide crashes. 3. The issue can be resolved by accessing the Windows Recovery Environment and deleting the problematic driver files.
1. Microsoft approved a fake ad blocker that injected kernel-level malware. 2. The malware, HotPages, was marketed to internet cafes in China as DWAdsafe. 3. The issue raises concerns about Microsoft's code-checking process.
1. Fujitsu confirms malware infection without ransomware behavior; 2. Potential data leakage involving personal and customer-related information; 3. Implemented measures include isolating and initializing affected PCs, blocking connections to the source server, enhancing security monitoring rules, and updating virus detection software.