Cyberattacks against machine learning systems more common: Microsoft
Microsoft has released an open framework to help machine learning (ML) systems defend against security threats. Microsoft has put up a blog post that sheds […]
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Cyberbullying, workplace harassment common during lockdown: Microsoft study
As mental health is being discussed more than ever in the wake of the pandemic, Microsoft’s Digital Civility Research offers insights into how Indians treat […]
Microsoft legally cracks down on cybercriminals targeting 62 countries
According to documents revealed by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, Microsoft took legal action against cybercriminals who tried to target […]
Cybersecurity Awareness Kit from Microsoft offers simulation-based user training about cyber attacks
Microsoft has announced its Cybersecurity Awareness Kit that promises to help enterprises empower their employees on the matter of cybersecurity. Since the majority of companies […]
Researchers find Vulnerability in popular VPNs
VPNs or Virtual Private Networks are trusted these days to keep user’s internet connection safe and private and find extensive use both at the individual […]
Coronavirus COVID-19 scams and frauds have cost Americans over $13 million
Coronavirus COVID-19-themed cyber frauds and scams continue to cause headaches to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the United States of America. The Government agency […]
Food retail sector most-impacted by coronavirus scams and cyber attacks
There’s no doubt the on-going COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all industries across the globe. We’ve seen numerous coronavirus scams taking place all across, causing workplace […]
Over 500,000 Zoom Account credentials are available for sale on the Dark Web
For coping with the worldwide impact of Coronavirus, many businesses are making large-scale adjustments and shifting to work remotely. This has increased the dependency of […]
Microsoft Detection and Response Team (DART) reports real-life cybercrime stories
Discovering a malicious attacker on your network is not only worrisome but quite dangerous. If that’s less, imagine having 6 of them, all on the […]
WhatsApp vulnerability allows hackers to install spyware through a call
If you never cared about updating your WhatsApp version earlier, it is time that you do so urgently. Ignoring the warning signs of WhatsApp update […]
Japanese cryptocurrency exchange Coincheck hacked; loses half a billion dollars
Owning a currency riding in a speculative way has inherent dangers. The description holds true for Bitcoins holders in Japan. In an unfortunate incident, Tokyo-based […]
NotPetya is not a Ransomware; its a Wiper, say security researchers now!
Petya…NotPetya… now Not a Ransomware! Reports from leading security researchers suggest NotPetya, an infection that invaded computers worldwide is a Wiper (since it overwrites parts […]
Malware writer renames Ransomware after a security researcher
In an attempt to ruin the reputation of Fabian Wosar – the man who bears the reputation as a Ransomware decrypter, Apocalypse malware writers have […]
Incidence of Cyber Crime surpasses Physical Crime in the UK
Cyber-crime is the biggest recorded offense in the UK lately. A new Cyber Crime Assessment 2016 report released by NCA (National Crime Agency) confirms that cybercrime […]
Microsoft releases a cybersecurity checklist for Government agencies
Government agencies are the ones that have been the epicenter of cyber attacks. Since the Government agencies have a sensitive database which might contain crucial […]
Microsoft publishes e-book on Trends in Cybersecurity 2016
If you are looking for some good information on trends in cyber security for this year, then Microsoft is here for your help. Microsoft has […]
Microsoft to show how to respond to major business security risks
Microsoft has come up with a security webinar that is aimed at empowering business owners on how to tackle some of the major security threats. […]
UK computers under Cyber criminals’ attacks
Microsoft’s News Center in UK recently reported the growing attacks on UK computers by the cyber criminals. As technology is advancing, cyber criminals too are […]
Microsoft inaugurates a new Cybersecurity Center in Korea
In the wake of rising cybersecurity threats, Microsoft Korea, a subsidiary branch of Microsoft Corp. today launched its new Cybersecurity Center (CSC) in Korea. The […]
Cyber Security Trends 2016: Safeguard your Businesses
Cyberattacks are on the rise and the midmarket companies are the major targets as they hardly use any data protection. A recent report published by […]
