US Hands Over Russian Cybercriminals in WSJ Reporter Prisoner Swap
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Part of the spike in data breaches is due to infostealer malware, stealing login credentials. Enable multi-factor authentication for added security.
A security researcher found unsecured databases in Illinois containing voter data like SSNs. Despite improved election security, protecting voter data poses challenges.
An FBI informant infiltrated far-right groups, sharing their secrets with the Feds. This shines a light on the informant's role in inspiring online violent extremists.
Security researchers are introducing a $500 open-source laser hacking tool at Black Hat, significantly cheaper than traditional hardware hacking equipment.
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