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US Student to Plead Guilty in Major Hack Impacting Millions of Students
A Massachusetts student, Matthew D. Lane, 19, is expected to plead guilty to federal charges for hacking and extorting a major education technology company, impacting over 60 million students and 10 million teachers. Lane allegedly used stolen credentials to breach the firm’s network, stealing sensitive data, including names, addresses, and Social Security numbers. The case is linked to a significant breach at PowerSchool, which disclosed a hack affecting schools managing student data. Lane and a co-conspirator allegedly extorted $2.85 million in cryptocurrency. The incident highlights serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the education sector. Lane also faces hacking charges against a telecom provider.
Estonia’s Blackwall Secures €45 Million in Series B Funding to Safeguard SMBs Against Malicious Online Threats
In the digital age, bots significantly impact online traffic, with malicious bots posing heightened cybersecurity threats, especially to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs). Cybersecurity expert Nikita Rozenberg highlights that these threats can be catastrophic for SMBs. To address this, Rozenberg founded Blackwall, an Estonia-based startup focused on SMB needs, offering solutions like the GateKeeper, which filters out harmful bot traffic. Recently, Blackwall raised €45 million in Series B funding to enhance its offerings and expand into U.S. and APAC markets. With over 2.3 million websites using its services, Blackwall aims to combat evolving online threats effectively.
Dating App Raw Leaks Users’ Location Data and Personal Information: What You Need to Know
A security breach at the dating app Raw has raised concerns about user privacy, exposing sensitive information such as display names, birth dates, sexual preferences, and precise location data. Launched in 2023 and boasting over 500,000 downloads, Raw aims to create authentic connections. Despite claims of end-to-end encryption, investigations revealed data leaks due to a vulnerability known as insecure direct object reference (IDOR). Co-founder Marina Anderson stated the issue was promptly addressed, but no third-party security audit has been conducted. The incident underscores the importance of robust data protection measures in dating applications.
Paragon Spyware Unveils New Target: Latest Developments in Cybersecurity Threats
Mediterranea Saving Humans, an Italian nonprofit focused on rescuing migrants, announced that its founder, Luca Casarini, was targeted in a spyware campaign aimed at WhatsApp users. The spyware, developed by Israeli startup Paragon Solutions, affected around 90 individuals, including activists and journalists challenging Italy’s far-right government. Mediterranea expressed concerns about potential government involvement in the operation. While Paragon’s U.S. subsidiary claimed a zero-tolerance policy against targeting civil society figures, they did not clarify if the Italian government is a client. The Citizen Lab is investigating Casarini’s phone for spyware, underscoring the risks associated with the surveillance industry.
OpenAI Unveils ChatGPT Initiative to Empower US Government Agencies
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Gov, a tailored version of its AI chatbot for U.S. government agencies, amid rising global interest in AI advancements. This platform offers features similar to ChatGPT Enterprise, enabling seamless use of OpenAI models on Microsoft Azure. Key benefits include enhanced security, strict privacy compliance, and streamlined internal approval processes for sensitive data. Since early 2024, over 90,000 users from more than 3,500 government agencies have engaged with ChatGPT, sending over 18 million messages. This launch is a significant step toward integrating advanced AI capabilities into government workflows, improving efficiency in public service.