Cybersecurity

Anonymous computer hacker in white mask and hoodie. Obscured dark face using laptop computer for cyber attack and calling on cellphone — Microsoft says its Quick Assist app is open to AI scams While Microsoft is deploying countermeasures against scams, it still recommends internal alternatives, like Remote Help.

X (formerly Twitter) — Twitter faces massive data breach — insider involvement suspected X was hit by two major data breaches in 2023 and 2025, with the data belonging to over 200 million users, including 2.8 billion unique Twitter IDs, released to the public for free.

DeepSeek's AI buzz suffers "large-scale cyberattack," prompting temporary registration cap Large-scale cyberattacks force DeepSeek to pause new user registrations temporarily.

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AI generated visualization of Microsoft fighting cybercriminals

"We are sending a strong message to those who seek to create, sell, or distribute fraudulent Microsoft products for cybercrime: We are watching, taking notice, and will act to protect our customers." Microsoft takes down cybercrime group Storm-1152

By Colton Stradling published 14 December 23

Crime != pay Microsoft estimates Storm-1152 has sold 750 million fake Microsoft accounts. Now Microsoft has seized its domains and U.S. based infrastructure.

Crime != pay

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"Hundreds of consumer and enterprise-grade devices from various vendors, including Intel, Acer, and Lenovo, are potentially vulnerable" Binarly warns about LogoFAIL

By Colton Stradling published 7 December 23

LogoFAIL LogoFAIL impacts potentially millions of endpoints across hundreds of device models by affecting the UEFI reference code.

LogoFAIL

Microsoft names new CISO as it aims to combat increasing cybersecurity threats

By Sean Endicott published 7 December 23

Perimeter secured Microsoft will soon have a new chief information security officer for the first time in 14 years. Bret Arsenault will leave his current role and become Microsoft Chief Security Advisor.

Perimeter secured

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Got a new Windows 11 PC or laptop? Do these 6 steps to make your device more secure

By Colton Stradling published 24 November 23

Safety First There are several security features available in Windows 11 that aren’t enabled by default or need to be configured properly.

Safety First

How to get started in cybersecurity: The best tips from a seasoned professional

By Colton Stradling published 10 November 23

Career tips There are several ways to get started in the cybersecurity field, and they each have their pros and cons, so allow me to lean on my expertise to explain.

Career tips

Generated by AI | ChatGPT confirms it is experiencing a DDoS attack

ChatGPT confirms outages caused by DDoS attack

By Colton Stradling published 9 November 23

DDOS ChatGPT has been giving out errors and warning messages since around noon PST on November 8th due to limited bandwidth caused by a DDoS attack.

DDOS

This fake ledger app on the Microsoft Store may have stolen over half a million dollars worth of crypto

By Colton Stradling published 5 November 23

Crypto Heist According to a new post, There was a fake ledger app on the Microsoft store that has stolen $588,000 so far in Bitcoin.

Crypto Heist

Microsoft wants to put an end to its cybersecurity woes with AI and automation

By Zachary Boddy, Colton Stradling published 2 November 23

New Security According to a new report, Microsoft has announced a new initiative to combat cybersecurity threats with advancements in AI and automation.

New Security