In the current digital age, cyber-attacks pose a serious threat to the security of online user data. In the last week alone, there have been news reports of numerous cyber-attacks, data breaches, and vulnerabilities. In this article, we have discussed five of the most talked about cyber incidents.
First, a hacker has claimed to have accessed and stolen details related to about 400,000 Kodi users, with the data being dumped on a hackers’ forum. Scientific analysis has revealed that the data was stolen through the login credentials of the administrative console.
Second, operations of Germany based yacht maker Lurssen were disrupted early last week, though the recovery is under progress.
Third, the Ports at Montreal and Quebec in the province of Quebec were digitally disrupted by a cyber-attack, though the variant is yet to be established.
Fourth, Microsoft Security Response Center has clarified that the backdoor that is enabled by default when created to info storage accounts is not a vulnerability, and can be customizingly disabled as a resilience against attacks.
Lastly, Hyundai has announced that a data breach has leaked information related to its Italian and French car owners.
These incidents are a reminder of the need for increased security measures to protect online user data. It is essential to be aware of the latest cyber threats, and to take proactive steps to protect users’ data.