Molerats Hackers Return With New Attacks Targeting Middle Eastern Governments

A Middle Eastern advanced persistent threat (APT) group has resurfaced after a two-month hiatus to target government institutions in the Middle East and global government entities associated with geopolitics in the region in a rash of new campaigns observed earlier this month. Sunnyvale-based enterprise security firm Proofpoint attributed the activity to a politically motivated threat…

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag review: A stellar smart key finder for Samsung phone

Today’s best Samsung SmartTag deals Samsung Galaxy SmartTag: Specs Price: $29.99Listed Range: 390 feetTested Range: 225 feetWater resistant? IP53Battery: Replaceable CR2032eaColors: Black, whiteSize: 1.5 x 1.5 x 0.4 inchesWeight: 0.3 ounces If you consider yourself a forgetful type, the Samsung Galaxy SmartTag might just be the godsend you’ve been waiting for. From wallets to keychains…

Ransomware Attackers Partnering With Cybercrime Groups to Hack High-Profile Targets

As ransomware attacks against critical infrastructure skyrocket, new research shows that threat actors behind such disruptions are increasingly shifting from using email messages as an intrusion route to purchasing access from cybercriminal enterprises that have already infiltrated major targets. “Ransomware operators often buy access from independent cybercriminal groups who infiltrate major targets and then sell…

Siri, where are you? Congress could force Apple to drop built-in iPhone apps

If proposed antitrust reform legislation passes in the United States, then Apple might be forced to sell iPhones and other devices without its own built-in apps installed. That’s according to Representative David Cicilline (D-R.I.), who is among the lawmakers pushing for reforms amongst tech giants. Both Democrats and Republicans alike in the U.S. House of…