apple New Apple Voice Phishing Scam Looks Just Like a Real Support Call A new voice phishing scam targets iPhone users by making calls appear to come directly from Apple Support.
security Researchers Find Over a Dozen iOS Games Tied to Golduck Malware Security firm Wandera discovers 14 retro-style iPhone apps communicating with a command server linked to the Android-focused Golduck malware. These apps currently push ads and collect user data, but pose a potential future risk.
apple Clever Voice Phishing Scam Spoofs Apple Support on iPhones A new voice phishing scam successfully tricks iPhones into displaying fake Apple Support caller ID information. The exploit uses manipulated search data to make fraudulent calls appear completely legitimate.
ai Synapse Raises $6M to Upgrade X-Ray Security With AI Synapse Technology brings neural network weapon detection to existing x-ray machines through a non-invasive hardware add-on. The startup uses a new $6 million seed round to expand its footprint in critical infrastructure and airports.
synapse technology Synapse Raises $6M to Bring Neural Net Weapon Detection to X-Ray Machines Synapse Technology raises $6 million in seed funding to expand its neural network-powered weapon detection system for existing x-ray machines.
chromecast Hackers Hijack Thousands of Chromecasts to Expose Router Flaw Hackers known as Hacker Giraffe and J3ws3r hijack thousands of Chromecast devices to display security warnings and promote a YouTube channel. The exploit relies on misconfigured router settings that leave the streaming devices vulnerable to unauthenticated takeovers.
artificial intelligence AI Trends That Actually Matter to IT Leaders in 2019 Forget overhyped job-stealing robot predictions and focus on the AI trends that directly impact IT teams, from accelerating digital transformation to evolving security and data analytics needs.
facebook Facebook Rolls Out Clearer Data Policies Ahead of EU Privacy Rules Facebook introduces a simplified privacy guide and updated data policy to help users understand its data collection practices. The updates arrive just before strict European Union privacy regulations take effect in May.
facebook Facebook Proposes Clearer Terms and Data Policy Without New Data Rights Facebook proposes updated terms of service and data policies to provide clearer information on data collection and usage. The company emphasizes it is not asking for new rights to collect or share user data.
facebook Facebook Confirms Up to 87 Million Users Hit by Cambridge Analytica Scandal Facebook reveals that the data firm Cambridge Analytica potentially harvests information from up to 87 million users, a figure much higher than previous estimates. This massive breach highlights significant vulnerabilities in how the social network protects user privacy.
facebook Facebook Rewrites Privacy Policies To Detail Device Data Collection Facebook updates its Terms of Service and Data Use Policy with plain English explanations of how it collects user information from devices. The company opens a seven-day public comment period before requiring all users to accept the updated rules.
facebook Facebook Announces New Data Protection Measures After Cambridge Analytica Scandal Facebook is taking new steps to protect user data following reports that Cambridge Analytica improperly obtains and retains personal information. The company provides a tool for users to check if their data is affected by this breach.
artificial intelligence New Report Warns of Malicious AI Threats to Digital and Physical Security A coalition of academic and civil society groups releases a comprehensive report examining the dangers of malicious AI applications. The study highlights the urgent need to address how artificial intelligence interacts with existing computer insecurity.