Krebs on Security

JUNE 18, 2020

An information technology specialist at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) was arrested this week on suspicion of hacking into the human resource databases of University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) in 2014, stealing personal data on more than 65,000 UPMC employees, and selling the data on the dark web.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 21, 2025

Graylark Technologies who makes GeoSpy says its been developed for government and law enforcement. But the investigative journalists from 404 Media report thatthe tool has also been used for months by members of the public, with many making videos marveling at the technology, and some asking for help with stalking specific women.

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Lenny Zeltser

JULY 1, 2020

The most likely way in which you’ll learn that you’ve fallen victim to the identity theft-based unemployment insurance scam is by receiving an unsolicited debit card in the mail. Unfortunately, “identity theft” isn’t one of the options. What Should You Do?

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The following defendants are charged by a federal grand jury indictment with one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, one count of conspiracy, and one count of aggravated identity theft: Ahmed Hossam Eldin Elbadawy, 23, a.k.a. "AD," AD," of College Station, Texas; Noah Michael Urban, 20, a.k.a.

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Schneier on Security

JULY 10, 2019

indictment in December that accused two Chinese nationals of identity theft and fraud. Yet the campaign ensnared at least six more major technology firms, touching five of the world's 10 biggest tech service providers. The hacking campaign, known as "Cloud Hopper," was the subject of a U.S.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Scheumack is a cybersecurity expert with more than 20 years of experience in the financial, credit, and identity theft protection industries. Scheumack is a cybersecurity expert with more than 20 years of experience in the financial, credit, and identity theft protection industries.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 31, 2024

Sensitive data and trading activity of over 300K traders leaked online by international fintech firm Direct Trading Technologies. Direct Trading Technologies, an international fintech company, jeopardized over 300K traders by leaking their sensitive data and trading activity, thereby putting them at risk of an account takeover.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Anne Neuberger, the US deputy national security adviser for cyber and emerging technologies stated the “Chinese access was broad in terms of potential access to communications of everyday Americans” but she said the hackers only targeted prominent individuals.

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Adam Levin

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

The company has not yet indicated whether it would be providing credit monitoring or identity theft protection to customers affected by the breach. MGM maintains that it alerted residents of states that require reporting of breaches of “phonebook data,” or personal information that would be available via public record.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Atrium Health launched an investigation into the security breach and discovered that from January 2015 to July 2019, certain online tracking technologies were active on its MyAtriumHealth (formerly MyCarolinas) Patient Portal, accessible via web and mobile. The company notified the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 20, 2020

The New York Times has a long story about Clearview AI, a small company that scrapes identified photos of people from pretty much everywhere, and then uses unstated magical AI technology to identify people in other photos. His tiny company, Clearview AI, devised a groundbreaking facial recognition app.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The Government of Canada ordered the TikTok Technology Canada Inc. s operations in Canada through the establishment of TikTok Technology Canada, Inc. Protect your social media accounts by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection. to close its offices in the country following a national security review.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 8, 2021

IDIQ Names Patrick Glennon Chief Technology Officer. Technology is central to company growth and product roadmap—. 8, 2021 – IDIQ, an industry leader in credit report and identity theft monitoring, has selected Patrick Glennon to lead technology and security at the company. IdentityIQ. Temecula, California, Dec.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Check out the nine tips below to discover how you can enable family protection and help prevent identity theft and credit and bank fraud. Stay on top of the latest scams (especially with the rise of AI) Criminals are adopting new AI-powered scam tactics as the technology becomes more accessible. Discover Webroot.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 18, 2025

The company offers a 360-degree service platform that includes strategic planning, sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, and technology solutions. The company advises staying vigilant against identity theft or fraud by regularly reviewing account statements and credit history for unauthorized activity.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 29, 2021

California’s experience is tracked at a somewhat smaller scale in dozens of other states, where chronically underfunded and technologically outdated unemployment insurance systems were caught flat-footed by an avalanche of fraudulent claims. Another 17 percent of claims — nearly $20 billion more – are suspected fraud.

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Adam Levin

MAY 19, 2021

An undergraduate student at Rochester Institute of Technology named Bill Demirkapi discovered the most recent security failure. Use a VPN that you pay for: Having a VPN can make it much harder to steal your data and prevent identity theft. Manage the damage: If your identity or data have been stolen, act quickly.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A long supply chain adds third-party risks, as each partner’s security affects your own, making identity and access management more challenging. Identity-related attack vectors are a significant concern, with a substantial percentage of cyberattacks —often cited as over 70%—involving compromised credentials or identity theft.

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Adam Levin

MAY 15, 2019

million worth of wire fraud and identity theft. Members of The Community face charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Department of Justice announced that it has arrested and charged members of a major cybercriminal ring in connection with $2.4 Read more about the story here.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Fortunately, the city’s Department of Technology quickly identified the threat and took action to significantly limit potential exposure, which included severing internet connectivity.” ” reads the update published by the City.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Nearly every aspect of life is connected to the internet, so protecting your devices, identity, and privacy has never been more critical. Phishing scams, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and identity theft are part of a growing list of online dangers that are a daily reality. But as technology advances, so do the threats.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 28, 2021

Bill Demirkapi , an independent security researcher who’s currently a sophomore at the Rochester Institute of Technology , said he discovered the data exposure while shopping around for student loan vendors online. Many states now require drivers license numbers as a way of verifying an applicant’s identity.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 17, 2024

As technology weaves deeper into our lives, the swift exchange of information has become our reality. I invite you to join me on a journey to understand the intricacies of secure transactions in our digitised world, where trust and technological innovation converge for a safer, more resilient digital future.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

They also know that technology plays a vital role in delivering that standard of care. Healthcare systems store confidential healthcare information, patient' financial information, and other personal data hackers can sell or use directly for identity theft and other criminal activities. What can we do about it?

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In the newly-announced system, the user can upload a video selfie, and Meta will use facial recognition technology to compare the selfie to the profile pictures on the account they’re trying to access. This is similar to identity verification tools you might already use to unlock your phone or access other apps.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Virtual reality (VR) technology has transformed how we experience digital environments. This technology simulates environments with striking realism, providing a highly immersive experience for users, and triggering their visual and auditory senses so they feel that they are truly in the moment in a virtual world.

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Krebs on Security

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

In January 2018, GovPayNet was acquired by Securus Technologies , a Carrollton, Texas- based company that provides telecommunications services to prisons and helps law enforcement personnel keep tabs on mobile devices used by former inmates. We will continue to evaluate security and access to all systems and customer records.”.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 31, 2023

31 , 2023 – IDIQ ®, a leader in financial and identity protection, today announced it has joined the board of the Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE), a San Diego-based nonprofit dedicated to growing the regional cyber economy and creating a more secure digital community for all. Scheumack began his career serving in the U.S.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 11, 2025

11, 2025 360 Privacy , a leading digital executive protection platform, today announced that it has secured a $36 million growth equity investment from FTV Capital , a sector-focused growth equity firm with a successful track record of investing across the enterprise technology landscape. Nashville, TN Mar.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

While initially popularized in entertainment and satire, cybercriminals now weaponize this technology for fraud, identity theft, and corporate deception. Defending against deepfake threats While deepfake technology continues to evolve, organizations can implement several measures to mitigate risks.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

New role further develops company’s strategic growth across identity and credit solutions. 14, 2022 – IDIQ , an industry leader in identity theft protection and credit monitoring, has named Surya Pochareddy to the role of executive vice president, head of M&A and strategy. IdentityIQ. Temecula, California, Sept.

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Adam Levin

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The data was exposed due to a misconfiguration of Elasticsearch , an open-source search engine technology. A cached version of the company’s website shows that it promised “access to our massive in-house data collection, as well as one of the largest data supplier networks of any data or lead company.”. 32 million SkyBrasil customers.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 20, 2023

As technology has rapidly exceeded all historical imaginings, opportunities for fraudsters to exploit their victims abound. Digital exploitation refers to the abuse and manipulation of technology and the internet for illegal and unethical purposes, including identity theft, sextortion, cyberbullying, online scams, and data breaches.

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Webroot

AUGUST 6, 2024

Understandably, the use of AI has raised questions for many educators who must balance its educational value while also ensuring students do not misuse the technology. It’s essential to protect sensitive information, such as academic records and personal data, from theft, breaches, and misuse.

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Webroot

MAY 9, 2024

Why protecting your identity matters Imagine this: you’re building your credit score, applying for a credit card, or renting your first apartment. These milestones are crucial, but they also make you a prime target for identity theft and fraud. This is where identity and virus protection step in.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 25, 2023

Before You Begin Filing: Protect Yourself from Tax-Related Identity Theft and Scams As digital technologies evolve, we often turn to tax software and other platforms to make our lives easier when filing our taxes. Protecting yourself against identity theft and tax scams is crucial. The FTC has also reported 2.2

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Identity IQ

JULY 28, 2022

Bluetooth is a widely used, convenient technology included on just about every smartphone, tablet, and laptop computer these days. The data obtained can be used to access your accounts or commit identity theft. How Are Hackers Targeting Your Devices Through Bluetooth? IdentityIQ.

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