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UnitedHealth says wide swath of patient files may have been taken in Change cyberattack
UnitedHealth says files with personal information that could cover a “substantial portion of people in America” may have been taken in the cyberattack on its Change Healthcare business.
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Don't forget your digital devices during your spring cleaning
As the flowers bloom and weather gets warmer, many of us will be doing some spring cleaning around the house. But your physical space shouldn’t be the only thing getting a good scrub. Spring is a good time to clean up your digital footprint and devices. This can help you stay organized and in control of your online presence....
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AT&T data breach leaked millions of customers' information online. Were you affected?
The theft of sensitive information belonging to millions of AT&T’s current and former customers has been recently discovered online. Here’s what you need to know.
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With data breaches more common, know how to protect yourself
Data breaches are rising at an alarming rate and can impact everybody, including our children. Experts say your information is out there and you should be taking proactive steps now to protect yourself. The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), a nonprofit organization that supports victims of identity theft, released its Annual Data Breach report this morning. According to the…
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With data breaches up, know how to protect yourself against identity theft
Data breaches are having more often and can impact anyone, including children.
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Xfinity notifies its customers of data breach linked to software vulnerability
Hackers accessed Xfinity customers’ personal information by exploiting a vulnerability in software used by the company, the Comcast-owned telecommunications business announced this week.
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Here's an inside look at Bridgewater State University's new cybersecurity center
We’ve seen cyberattacks hit banks, hospitals, schools and even personal accounts. Early next year, Bridgewater State University will open a state-of-the-art facility that will train students to be on the front lines of fighting these attacks. “We’re going to have the best cyber-security program in New England,” said Frederick Clark, president of Bridgewater State University. The room where the...
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Bridgewater State University to open cybersecurity center
Bridgewater State University will open a state of the art facility to train students to be on the frontlines of fighting cyberattacks.
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K-12 schools improve protection against online attacks, but many are vulnerable to ransomware gangs
Some K-12 public schools are racing to improve protection against the threat of online attacks. But lax cybersecurity means thousands of others are vulnerable to ransomware gangs that can steal confidential data and disrupt operations.
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Clorox says cyberattack is disrupting production and may cause product shortages
Clorox said the cyberattack has caused caused ongoing production disruptions but expects to bring systems online next week.
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Clorox says last month's cyberattack is still disrupting production
Clorox said a cyberattack it disclosed last month will have a material impact on its fiscal first quarter results.
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Las Vegas still struggling against hackers as the weekend arrives
Room reservations and sportsbooks were still dark across swaths of Las Vegas on Friday as the community trudged through its fifth day of a battle against hackers who struck the city’s biggest hotel chain.
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‘Cybersecurity issue' prompts computer shutdowns at MGM Resorts properties across US
Casino and hotel giant MGM Resorts International says a cybersecurity issue led to the shutdown of computer systems at its properties across the U.S.
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FBI and European partners seize major malware network in blow to global cybercrime
U.S. officials say the FBI and its partners in Europe infiltrated and seized control of a major malware network that was used for more than 15 years to commit a gamut of online crimes including crippling ransomware attacks.
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US unveils new cybersecurity labels for smart devices that are less vulnerable to hacks
The Biden administration and major consumer tech players are launching an effort to put a nationwide cybersecurity certification and labeling program in place.
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Microsoft says early June disruptions to Outlook, Cloud Platform, were cyberattacks
Microsoft says the early June disruptions to its Microsoft’s flagship office suite — including the Outlook email apps — were attacks by a shadowy new hacktivist group.
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Energy Department among US agencies breached by Russian cyber group
U.S. officials say the Department of Energy is among a small number of federal agencies compromised in a Russian cyber-extortion gang’s global hack of a file-transfer program popular with corporations and governments.
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FBI Warns Against Using Public USB Charging Ports
Free public charging stations in airports, hotels, and malls are a convenience, but you may want to think twice about using them. The FBI is warning consumers about what they call “juice jacking.” They say bad actors have figured out ways to use public USB ports to introduce malware and monitoring software onto devices. While it is a legitimate method…
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FBI Warns Against Using Public USB Charging Ports
Officials say bad actors have figured out ways to use public USB ports to introduce malware and monitoring software onto devices.
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Don't Forget About Your Digital Devices During Spring Cleaning
Para leer en español, haz clic aquí. Spring is officially here, and it has a lot of us thinking about decluttering our homes. But as you get into your spring cleaning, are you thinking about your digital clutter? The Better Business Bureau and National Cyber Security Alliance say spring is a great time to clean up your devices, which...