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FBI warns of malicious free online document converters spreading malware

Security Affairs

The FBI warns of a significant increase in scams involving free online document converters to infect users with malware. The FBI warns that threat actors use malicious online document converters to steal users sensitive information and infect their systems with malware. ” reads the alert. ” reads the alert.

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Apple indeed added a feature called “inactivity reboot” in iOS 18.1 that reboots locked devices

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Apple iOS supports a new feature that reboots locked devices after extended inactivity, aiming to enhance data security for users. Apple ‘quietly’ implemented a new security feature that automatically reboots a locked device if it has not been used for several days. at the end of October. reported 404 Media. “The

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Operation Secure: INTERPOL dismantles 20,000+ malicious IPs in major cybercrime crackdown

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INTERPOL announced that a joint operation code-named Operation Secure took down 20,000+ malicious IPs/domains tied to 69 info-stealers. Between January and April 2025, INTERPOL led Operation Secure, a global effort that took down over 20,000 malicious IPs and domains linked to information-stealing malware.

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iPhones in a law enforcement forensics lab mysteriously rebooted losing their After First Unlock (AFU) state

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Law enforcement warns that securely stored iPhones awaiting forensic examination are mysteriously rebooting, making them harder to unlock, reported 404 Media. Law enforcement warns that securely stored iPhones awaiting forensic examination are mysteriously rebooting, making them much harder to unlock, per a document obtained by 404 Media.

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Cisco states that data published on cybercrime forum was taken from public-facing DevHub environment

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” Immediately, the company launched an investigation, which is still ongoing, into the alleged security incident. ” reads the Reports of Security Incident published by the company. ” reads the Reports of Security Incident published by the company.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) as an Enabler for Enhanced Data Security

Security Affairs

Artificial intelligence enhances data security by identifying risks and protecting sensitive cloud data, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats. With over 90% of enterprises storing at least some of their data in the cloud, AIs ability to enhance security across complex, distributed environments is more vital than ever.

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Your Android phone is getting a huge security upgrade for free - what's new

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But often an employee's phone is unmanaged and uncontrolled, leading to security weaknesses that can be exploited by hackers and attackers. Security features Advanced protection: Employees can better thwart targeted attacks through strong mobile device protection. Here's what they do.

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