Cybersecurity
ICE Expands Use of GrayKey Phone-Hacking Tech
ICE's HSI signed a $3M contract for phone-unlocking software tied to GrayKey amid broader surveillance tool procurement.
Google Adds StopNCII Hashing to Search to Fight Revenge Porn
Google will use StopNCII image hashes to detect and remove nonconsensual intimate images from Search, strengthening protections for survivors.
Teens Charged in Scattered Spider TfL Cyberattack
Two UK teens charged over a 2024 TfL cyberattack tied to Scattered Spider, blamed for multimillion-pound disruption and breaches of major firms.
Jaguar Land Rover Halts Production After Major Cyberattack
Jaguar Land Rover pauses manufacturing for third week after a cyberattack, costing tens of millions weekly and threatening supplier stability.
Insight Partners Confirms Ransomware Data Breach
Insight Partners warns 12,600+ people after hackers stole HR, financial and fund data in a suspected ransomware attack. Timeline and security implications.
Consumer Reports Urges Microsoft to Extend Windows 10 Support
Consumer Reports asks Microsoft to continue free Windows 10 security updates after Oct 14, warning millions of incompatible PCs will be left exposed.
US China Framework Brings TikTok Sale Closer to Reality
A reported US-China framework and investor consortium could reshape TikTok's U.S. future, valuations, and data governance amid legal battles.
Samsung Patches Zero Day Used to Hack Phones
Samsung fixed a zero-day in its image library that allowed remote code execution on Android 13–16. Patch devices and audit fleets now.
Facebook Privacy Settlement Payments Start Arriving
Meta begins distributing $725M Facebook privacy settlement; approved claimants receive small payments via PayPal, bank transfer, check, Venmo, Zelle or prepaid card.
Facebook Cambridge Analytica Settlement Pays Small Payouts
Class-action settlement pays small refunds—most claimants receive about $38 after fees. What it means for users and organizations.
Kering Confirms Customer Data Breach at Luxury Brands
Kering says customer names, contacts, addresses and spending data were stolen from Gucci, Balenciaga and others; no card numbers reportedly taken.
Israel Seizes 187 Crypto Wallets Linked to IRGC
Israel orders seizure of 187 crypto wallets it says are tied to Iran’s IRGC; blockchain firms flag $1.5B in USDT moved through those addresses.