Security
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Hidden threats of IoT devices and side-channel attacks
The Internet of Things (IoT) is revolutionizing how we interact with our homes, workplaces, and even cities. From smart thermostats to wearable fitness trackers, it’s estimate…
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GDPR Reduces Spam Through WHOIS Data Redaction
The anonymization of WHOIS data under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has significantly impacted spam emails, according to findings from a field experiment published …
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Court Ruling: BaFin Authorized to Enforce DNS Blocking
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) can compel Internet Service Providers to implement DNS blocking when companies provide financial services without authorization.…
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Domain pulse 2025: Agenda Announced, Registration Open
The DENIC eG invites participants to Domain pulse 2025, themed “Stable, Secure, Responsible – Shaping the Digital Future Together!” This premier conference on domain names in the G…
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DNS Belgium Releases Study on Phishing in ccTLDs
DNS Belgium, in collaboration with SIDN and IE Domain Registry Limited, has published an international study analyzing phishing activities across .be, .nl, and .ie domains. The stu…
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Microsoft Launches Zero Day Quest: A $4 Million Cybersecurity Hacking Challenge for Cloud and AI Security
Microsoft is introducing Zero Day Quest, an unprecedented hacking event aimed at identifying critical security vulnerabilities in cloud and AI technologies. The initiative offers $…
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NIS-2 Implementation in Germany Faces Uncertainty Amid Criticism
The German draft law for implementing the NIS-2 Directive faces strong criticism after its initial hearing in the Bundestag’s Internal Affairs Committee. Key issues include the unc…
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DNS PREDATORS ATTACK:VIPERS AND HAWKSHIJACK SITTINGDUCKS DOMAINS
This detailed document presents a comprehensive analysis of DNS hijacking activities carried out by various cybercriminal groups, specifically focusing on operations identified as …
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2024 Online Holiday Retail Threat Report
BforeAI researchers analyzed approximately 6000 retail industry domains registered in the last 90 days to uncover significant trends in the threat landscape. The retail industry tr…
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Bizarre Cyber Threat: Single Google Search About Bengal Cats Puts Australian Users at Risk
In an unusual cybersecurity development, researchers have identified a highly specific digital threat targeting Australian internet users interested in exotic pets. According to cy…
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ICANN’s Latest Report: Advanced Analysis Uncovers Patterns in Malicious Domain Registrations
The ICANN report titled “Inferential Analysis of Maliciously Registered Domains” from November 2024 provides a statistical examination of domains suspected of being registered for …
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Google’s Canonical Confusion: Cases of Wrong Domain Selection Spark Concerns in the SEO Community
In a surprising turn of events, SEO experts have reported instances where Google selects a different domain name as the canonical URL, even if it doesn’t belong to the original web…
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Quantum Computing: A Double-Edged Sword for Cybersecurity
The advent of quantum computing is ushering in a new era of technological innovation, promising to solve complex problems across industries. However, it also poses significant chal…
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Ten Essential Steps to Cybersecurity Awareness
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month concludes, it’s a prime opportunity for organizations to prioritize robust security measures and instill strong cyber hygiene practices across all …
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Cybersquatting Alert: Swiss BACS Warns Against Premature Domain Cancellations
The Swiss Federal Office for Cybersecurity (BACS) has issued a warning about potential “misuse of abandoned or forgotten internet domains.” BACS reports a case that illustrates thi…
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Increased Phishing Attacks Target Booking.com Users.
Recent incidents reveal that phishers are increasingly targeting Booking.com users by accessing hotel partners’ systems. This spear-phishing scheme often misleads customers i…
