Deeba Ahmed
1881 posts
Deeba is a veteran cybersecurity reporter at Hackread.com with over a decade of experience covering cybercrime, vulnerabilities, and security events. Her expertise and in-depth analysis make her a key contributor to the platform’s trusted coverage.
Fluent Bit Tool Vulnerability Threatens Billions of Cloud Deployments
"Linguistic Lumberjack" Threatens Data Breaches (CVE-2024-4323). Patch now to shield your cloud services from information disclosure, denial-of-service, or even remote takeover.
May 20, 2024
Hacktivist Groups Target Indian Elections, Leak Personal Data, Says Report
Multiple independent hacktivist groups are targeting India's elections with influence campaigns, Resecurity reports. The campaigns are designed to sway voters' opinions and undermine trust in the democratic process. Learn more about the tactics being used and how to protect yourself from disinformation.
May 20, 2024
Feds Bust N. Korean Identity Theft Ring Targeting US Firms
North Korea targeted US companies with stolen identities in a cybercrime scheme. The Justice Department cracks down, seizes websites, and disrupts revenue streams.
May 17, 2024
MIT Graduate Brothers Arrested for $25 Million Ethereum Heist
Two MIT graduates arrested for allegedly stealing $25 million in Ethereum through a sophisticated blockchain manipulation scheme. The DOJ cracks down on cryptocurrency theft, highlighting its focus on emerging financial crimes.
May 16, 2024
Shadow IT: Personal GitHub Repos Expose Employee Cloud Secrets
Alerted by a recent discovery of employee personal GitHub repos exposing internal Azure and Red Hat secrets, this article dives into the dangers of Shadow IT and offers solutions to prevent cloud credential leaks and secure your cloud environment.
May 16, 2024
IoT Cameras Exposed by Chainable Exploits, Millions Affected
A recent discovery of 4 security flaws in ThroughTek's Kalay platform leaves millions of IoT devices exposed. This article explores the security risks to your connected home and the broader threat to IoT devices. Act now – secure your smart devices!
May 16, 2024
MITM Attacks Can Still Bypass FIDO2 Security, Researchers Warn
Is FIDO2 truly unbreachable? Recent research exposes a potential vulnerability where attackers could use MITM techniques to bypass FIDO2 security keys.
May 15, 2024
Android Malware Poses as WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat to Steal Data
Android Security Alert- Hackers are disguising malware as popular apps like Instagram and Snapchat to steal your login details. Learn how to identify fake apps and protect yourself from this sneaky cyberattack.
May 14, 2024
DNS Tunneling Used for Stealthy Scans and Email Tracking
Hackers are hiding malicious messages in everyday internet traffic! Learn how DNS tunneling works and how to protect yourself from this sneaky cyberattack. Stop hackers from scanning your network and tracking your clicks.
May 14, 2024
Police Accessed Proton Mail User Data in Terrorism Probe
Encrypted email services like ProtonMail and Wire promise privacy, but can they guarantee anonymity? A recent case in Spain has users questioning the limitations of encryption when law enforcement steps in.
May 13, 2024