Everything changes so quickly in our digital world so knowing what’s going on is the best way to protect yourself from technological threats. Here are just a few of the most recent events:
An experienced hacking organization has struck a blow at Chipotle through an email scan involving the franchise’s revenue. This organization, called Carbanak Group, has affected many other service chains, including Ruby Tuesday’s and Baja Fresh.
Cloudflare, a website known for being an unbiased collector of a vast range of articles, has reached an unacceptable level of indifference by posting content promoting white supremacy, strict patriarchy, and other harmful ideals. People who have notified Cloudflare of the offensive articles have received insults and threats from the sites these articles originated from.
O2-Telefonica, a German cell phone enterprise, has had its text messages redirected to impostors looking to collect private banking information of network customers using Signaling System 7, a convenient but dangerous phone call linking service. Hackers gained access to classified security messages and used them to break into bank accounts.
Do everything on the internet with caution: there are hidden dangers everywhere. Taking extra security measures and distancing yourself from detrimental opinions always helps.