Google: We need an EU-US data transfer framework as soon as possible
Recently, an Austrian Data Protection Authority (DPA) determined that the use of Google Analytics by a local website violates GDPR…
Category: Cybersecurity
The Red Cross hacked – director-general called intruders not to sell or leak stolen data
The International Committee of the Red Cross, which is best known for helping war victims, says hackers broke into servers…
Safari 15 bug can expose user’s recent browsing activity and personal information
A bug in Safari 15 can leak your browsing activity, and can also reveal some of the personal information attached…
Europol told to delete sensitive data not linked to any crime ‘as it poses a risk to individual’s fundamental rights’
Europol has been ordered to delete any information related to individuals who have not been found guilty of any crime.…
China tightens censorship: apps that could influence public opinion will undergo a security review
China’s cyberspace regulator said Wednesday that developers launching apps that have the ability to influence public opinion should undergo a…
Pegasus spyware was used to compromise opposition groups in Poland
Several members of political opposition groups in Poland have produced evidence that they were hacked by Pegasus spyware, raising alarming…
Cybersecurity experts call for industry collaboration amid increase in cybercrimes
Recent alarming developments show that even formidable, long-established companies like Domestic Systemically Important Banks (DSIBs) are not exempt from hacking…
UK Announces Cyber Plans To Combat Russia And China
Highlighting a "clash of values" with Russian and China, the UK has today launched its new National Cyber Strategy, aiming…
Facebook exposes spy firms accused of targeting thousands on its platforms
Facebook owner Meta Platforms is calling out half a dozen private surveillance companies for hacking or other abuses, accusing them…
Telehealth app Doxy.me shares patients’ data with third parties like Facebook and Google
Telehealth platform Doxy.me is fixing an issue that allowed three third-party firms to access the names of some patients’ providers.…