Yum Brands Hit by Ransomware Attack, Nearly 300 Restaurants in UK Impacted

Yum Brands Hit by Ransomware Attack, Nearly 300 Restaurants in UK Impacted

Yum Brands Inc, the parent company of fast-food chains KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, announced that a ransomware attack had impacted certain information technology systems, leading to the closure of nearly 300 restaurants in the United Kingdom for a day. The company did not specify which restaurants were impacted by the attack. The company …
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According To Research, Ransom Payments To Hackers Have Decreased By 40%

According To Research, Ransom Payments To Hackers Have Decreased By 40%

Fewer companies are paying ransoms to hackers, according to new research from blockchain forensics firm Chainalysis Inc. The research indicates that ransom payments, which are almost always paid in cryptocurrency, fell to $456.8 million in 2022, a 40% drop from $765.6 million in 2021. According to the report, “that doesn’t mean attacks are down, or …
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Hackers Disrupt Websites of Danish Central Bank and Private Banks

Hackers Disrupt Websites of Danish Central Bank and Private Banks

On Tuesday, the websites of Denmark’s central bank and seven private banks were disrupted by hackers, who launched a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack. DDoS attacks direct traffic toward targeted servers in an attempt to knock them offline. The central bank confirmed that the attack did not impact their other systems or day-to-day operations, …
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Chrome Extension Malware Infects Over One Million PCs

Chrome Extension Malware Infects Over One Million PCs

It’s important to exercise caution when installing any kind of software on your computer, including browser extensions. A recent report from security research firm Guardio Labs has highlighted the proliferation of a malware-ridden Chrome extension that has been downloaded over a million times. Dubbed “Dormant Colors,” this adware has been found in 30 different extensions …
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Blink Mini Camera Review: Compact Indoor Smart Security Camera

Blink Mini Camera Review

The Blink Mini Camera is a powerful and versatile compact indoor security camera that allows you to keep an eye on your home no matter where you are. With its 1080P HD video and built-in infrared night vision, you can see what’s happening live in your home in high definition, day or night. One of …
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Chicago to Welcome United Airlines and Archer Aviation’s Air Taxi Service in 2025

Chicago to Welcome United Airlines and Archer Aviation's Air Taxi Service in 2025

Archer Aviation and United Airlines have announced a partnership to establish a commercial air taxi route in Chicago, set to open in 2025. The flight path will connect downtown Chicago with O’Hare International Airport, significantly reducing travel time for commuters. O’Hare International Airport is not only United’s headquarters and largest hub but also an ideal …
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Cognyte Accused of Selling Spyware to Myanmar Ahead of Military Coup

Cognyte Accused of Selling Spyware to Myanmar Ahead of Military Coup

Israel’s Cognyte Software Ltd has been accused of selling intercept spyware to a Myanmar state-backed telecommunications firm a month before the Asian nation’s February 2021 military coup. According to documents reviewed by Reuters, this deal was made despite Israel claiming to have stopped defence technology transfers to Myanmar following a 2017 ruling by Israel’s Supreme …
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Mercedes to Adapt to Electric Cars by Dropping EQ Brand

Mercedes to Adapt to Electric Cars by Dropping EQ Brand

Mercedes-Benz may be dropping the EQ brand for its electric vehicles (EVs) as soon as late 2024. According to sources speaking to German daily Handelsblatt, the company will no longer have much use for the label when more and more of its cars will be electric. Mercedes first used the EQ name on production cars …
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Sony Honda’s Afeela Prototype: The Future of In-Car Advertising?

Sony Honda's Afeela Prototype: The Future of In-Car Advertising?

Sony and Honda have unveiled their latest prototype car, the Afeela, at CES 2023. The electric vehicle is set to hit the road in 2026 and boasts a sleek design, a range of sensors and safety features, and a dashboard complete with screens for entertainment. One standout feature of the Afeela is the “media bar,” …
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