Cyber security today news

Here are some recent cyber security news stories:

Top Stories

  1. Microsoft Discloses Critical Flaw in Windows: Microsoft has disclosed a critical vulnerability in Windows that could allow attackers to take control of affected systems. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2023-21601, is a remote code execution vulnerability that affects Windows 10 and Windows 11. (Source: The Verge)
  2. Google Warns of New Android Malware: Google has warned of a new Android malware that can steal sensitive information, including login credentials and credit card numbers. The malware, known as "Agent Smith," has been detected on over 10 million devices. (Source: CNET)
  3. Facebook Discloses Data Breach: Facebook has disclosed a data breach that affected millions of users. The breach, which occurred in July 2021, allowed attackers to access user data, including phone numbers and email addresses. (Source: The New York Times)

Other News

  1. Ransomware Attack Hits US Hospital: A ransomware attack has hit a hospital in the United States, causing disruptions to patient care and forcing the hospital to divert emergency patients to other facilities. (Source: CNN)
  2. Cybersecurity Firm Discovers New Form of Malware: A cybersecurity firm has discovered a new form of malware that can evade detection by traditional security software. The malware, known as "TrickBot," is a banking Trojan that can steal sensitive information. (Source: CyberScoop)
  3. US Government Warns of Chinese Cyber Threats: The US government has warned of Chinese cyber threats, including hacking and intellectual property theft. The warning comes as tensions between the US and China continue to escalate. (Source: The Hill)
  4. New Phishing Campaign Targets Healthcare Workers: A new phishing campaign has been discovered that targets healthcare workers, attempting to steal sensitive information and gain access to healthcare systems. (Source: Healthcare IT News)
  5. Cybersecurity Firm Discloses Vulnerability in Popular Software: A cybersecurity firm has disclosed a vulnerability in popular software that could allow attackers to take control of affected systems. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-21602, affects software used by millions of users. (Source: The Register)

Industry News

  1. Cybersecurity Spending to Reach $150 Billion: Cybersecurity spending is expected to reach $150 billion by 2025, driven by the increasing need for organizations to protect themselves against cyber threats. (Source: Cybersecurity Ventures)
  2. New Cybersecurity Framework Released: A new cybersecurity framework has been released by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), providing guidelines for organizations to improve their cybersecurity posture. (Source: NIST)
  3. Cybersecurity Firm Acquires Rival Company: A cybersecurity firm has acquired a rival company, expanding its capabilities and presence in the market. (Source: CyberScoop)

Research and Development

  1. New AI-Powered Cybersecurity Tool Released: A new AI-powered cybersecurity tool has been released, designed to detect and prevent cyber attacks in real-time. (Source: TechCrunch)
  2. Researchers Discover New Form of Encryption: Researchers have discovered a new form of encryption that is more secure than existing methods. The new encryption method, known as "Lattice-based cryptography," could be used to secure sensitive information. (Source: Science Daily)
  3. Cybersecurity Firm Develops New Malware Detection Tool: A cybersecurity firm has developed a new malware detection tool that can detect and prevent malware attacks in real-time. (Source: Cybersecurity News)