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Google Warns Quantum Computers Could Crack Cryptographic Systems Sooner Than Expected
New research from Google indicates that quantum computers could break encryption using fewer resources than previously thought. The findings highlight potential vulnerabilities in existing cryptographic systems and suggest that the timeline for real-world threats may be shorter. As concerns around crypto security grow, the study reinforces the need...
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CERT-In Warns Chrome, Edge Users of ‘High’ Risk Vulnerabilities on Windows, macOS, and Linux
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued an advisory regarding multiple vulnerabilities affecting two popular Chromium-based web browsers — Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. The latest bulletin, published on Monday, has flagged the discovered vulnerabilities as high risk that could potentially allow threat actors to exploi...
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CERT-in Flags High-Risk Security Flaws in Apple, Samsung Devices; iPhone, iPad Vulnerable to Exploits
Apple, Samsung and other smartphone manufacturers issue timely updates and security patches to keep their devices robust against various threats and vulnerabilities. Despite regular fixes, both iOS and Android platforms could fall prey to malicious exploits. The government has issued high-risk security alerts for users of both Apple and Samsung dev...
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Government Warns iPhone Users, Says High-Risk Of Losing Sensitive Info
After Samsung, Centre's security advisory from the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) issued a similar high-risk warning in Apple products on Friday, citing multiple vulnerabilities that could pose significant threats to user data.
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Maya OS to Replace Microsoft Windows on Defence Ministry Computers Amid Rising Cyber Threats: Details
Maya OS is reportedly set to replace Microsoft Windows on Ministry of Defence computers, according to a report. The secure operating system is based on Ubuntu, a free and open-source Linux distribution. Here's everything you need to know about Maya OS.
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India, US, Australia, Japan to Use Machine Learning in Bid to Enhance Quad Members’ National Cyber Capabilities
Australia, India, Japan and the United States, which form members of the Quad group of nations, has agreed to leverage machine learning and related advanced technologies to enhance cyber security, the White House has said. During the meet, the group reaffirmed their commitment to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific that is inclusive and resilient,...
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India Mandates Five-Year Data Saving for Crypto Exchanges, Concerned Experts Foresee Corporate Upheaval
India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has released two new rules for crypto, Cloud, and VPN players. These rules need firms to save people’s KYC data for five years, and report any security breach or threat within six hours of identifying. While CERT-In is looking to strengthen India’s cyber security, its new rule has stirred con...
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"Urgent: Threat Actor...": Fake Hacking Warnings Sent From Secure FBI Server
Fake emails purportedly from the US Department of Homeland Security warning of cyberattacks were sent out Saturday from a secure FBI computer server, computer security experts said.
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Highway Authority, Automakers Asked To Tighten IT Security After Cyber Attack Threats
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Sunday alerted NHAI, NHIDCL and its other wings besides automobile makers to augment their IT security systems after reports regarding threats of possible cyber attacks targeted at the Indian transport sector.
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1-in-3 Computers Dealing With Biometric Data Face Hacking Attempts: Kaspersky
One in three computers (37 percent) engaged in collecting biometric data globally faced hacking attempts in the third quarter of this year, a new report said on Friday.
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Google Warns Quantum Computers Could Crack Cryptographic Systems Sooner Than Expected
New research from Google indicates that quantum computers could break encryption using fewer resources than previously thought. The findings highlight potential vulnerabilities in existing cryptographic systems and suggest that the timeline for real-world threats may be shorter. As concerns around crypto security grow, the study reinforces the need...
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CERT-In Warns Chrome, Edge Users of ‘High’ Risk Vulnerabilities on Windows, macOS, and Linux
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued an advisory regarding multiple vulnerabilities affecting two popular Chromium-based web browsers — Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. The latest bulletin, published on Monday, has flagged the discovered vulnerabilities as high risk that could potentially allow threat actors to exploi...
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CERT-in Flags High-Risk Security Flaws in Apple, Samsung Devices; iPhone, iPad Vulnerable to Exploits
Apple, Samsung and other smartphone manufacturers issue timely updates and security patches to keep their devices robust against various threats and vulnerabilities. Despite regular fixes, both iOS and Android platforms could fall prey to malicious exploits. The government has issued high-risk security alerts for users of both Apple and Samsung dev...
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Government Warns iPhone Users, Says High-Risk Of Losing Sensitive Info
After Samsung, Centre's security advisory from the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) issued a similar high-risk warning in Apple products on Friday, citing multiple vulnerabilities that could pose significant threats to user data.
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Maya OS to Replace Microsoft Windows on Defence Ministry Computers Amid Rising Cyber Threats: Details
Maya OS is reportedly set to replace Microsoft Windows on Ministry of Defence computers, according to a report. The secure operating system is based on Ubuntu, a free and open-source Linux distribution. Here's everything you need to know about Maya OS.
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India, US, Australia, Japan to Use Machine Learning in Bid to Enhance Quad Members’ National Cyber Capabilities
Australia, India, Japan and the United States, which form members of the Quad group of nations, has agreed to leverage machine learning and related advanced technologies to enhance cyber security, the White House has said. During the meet, the group reaffirmed their commitment to advance a free and open Indo-Pacific that is inclusive and resilient,...
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India Mandates Five-Year Data Saving for Crypto Exchanges, Concerned Experts Foresee Corporate Upheaval
India’s Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has released two new rules for crypto, Cloud, and VPN players. These rules need firms to save people’s KYC data for five years, and report any security breach or threat within six hours of identifying. While CERT-In is looking to strengthen India’s cyber security, its new rule has stirred con...
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"Urgent: Threat Actor...": Fake Hacking Warnings Sent From Secure FBI Server
Fake emails purportedly from the US Department of Homeland Security warning of cyberattacks were sent out Saturday from a secure FBI computer server, computer security experts said.
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Highway Authority, Automakers Asked To Tighten IT Security After Cyber Attack Threats
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on Sunday alerted NHAI, NHIDCL and its other wings besides automobile makers to augment their IT security systems after reports regarding threats of possible cyber attacks targeted at the Indian transport sector.
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1-in-3 Computers Dealing With Biometric Data Face Hacking Attempts: Kaspersky
One in three computers (37 percent) engaged in collecting biometric data globally faced hacking attempts in the third quarter of this year, a new report said on Friday.
