Tag: ransomware
Airport chaos officially linked to ransomware attack
The ongoing disruption at several of Europe’s busiest airports has been officially linked to a ransomware attack, according to the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA). The malicious software was […]
UK Government to prevent public sector paying ransomware
The UK government is set to implement new measures aimed at dismantling the business model of cybercriminals and bolstering national defences against ransomware attacks. Following extensive public consultation, the proposed […]
M&S Chairman: cyber attack attempt to destroy retail giant
Marks & Spencer Chairman Archie Norman today told UK Members of Parliament today (July 8th, 2025) that the cyber attack in April was an attempt to “destroy” the retail giant. […]
Snapchat ‘failing to act on suicide and self harm content’, new Samsung Galaxy S25 leaks
The social media site Snapchat is “fundamentally failing to act on suicide and self-harm content”, according to the Molly Rose Foundation. Just 2% of reported suicide and self-harm content on Snapchat […]
Ransomware survey reveals nearly a third of businesses suffered data loss in 2024
The number of ransomware victims who paid a ransom in 2024 more than doubled on the previous year from 6.9% to 16.3%, according to new research from cybersecurity provider Hornetsecurity. […]
Top Cyber Threats in 2024: What You Need to Know
Over the years, technology has evolved, making the quality of life better. From using digital devices to fast-speed internet, several things have brought positive changes. However, along with good things, […]
UK leads operation against Lockbit, Fujifilm launches new TikTok-friendly camera
The UK has led an operation to disrupt what is thought to be the world’s largest criminal ransomware group. The National Crime Agency (NCA) has infiltrated systems belonging to Lockbit […]
Cybergangs recruiting and rewarding supporters, claims Avast report
Digital security and privacy company Avast has released its Q3/2022 Threat Report summarizing the cyber threat landscape derived from the company’s telemetry data and experts’ insights. Avast’s data shows an […]
Tech Digest daily roundup: Facebook to test end-to-end encryption as default
Facebook announced on Thursday it will begin testing end-to-end encryption as the default option for some users of its Messenger app on Android and iOS. The development comes as the […]
Over a third of businesses fear security risks from incompatible applications
Over a third (36%) of organisations fear the risk of a security breach or incident due to an incompatible application on the latest version of Windows, according to new research of […]
