Security
YouTubers are still losing channels to fake software phishing and YouTube is taking weeks to respond
Fake antivirus companies, streaming companies, and VPNs are common vector for the attack.
The UK may amend law that currently demonizes ethical hackers and info-sec community
Intent of action could be considered in future possible prosecutions if pressure groups are effective.
Facebook Page admin identities temporarily exposed by Facebook bug
Facebook has since patched the bug, but not before users found out who was behind some major Facebook Pages.
YouTubers targeted by account takeover software disguised as streaming software
YouTubers are losing their accounts to scams.
New phishing scam revealed, using date-based domains
This phishing attempt is harder to spot.
Adam Sandler’s Twitter account has been hacked
This is the second high-profile account takeover in the last few days.
University of Maastricht reportedly pays ransomware hackers over €100,000 to regain access to its systems
The university is the latest of several institutions to be hit with ransomware attacks over the last year.
Mariah Carey’s Twitter account has been hacked
Carey’s account is now locked while Twitter investigate.
Apple accused of using copyright law to harm security industry
Security researchers are surprised by Apple’s move.
University of Maastricht hit with severe ransomware
Almost all Windows systems have been affected and it is particularly difficult to use e-mail services.
Plenty of Fish reportedly leaks users’ real names and zip codes
App Analysis reports user data has been exposed.
Facebook breach exposes ID and phone numbers of 267 million people
Facebook is investigating the claims.