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Akira Ransomware Expands Reach: $42 Million Extorted, Now Hitting Linux Servers

The notorious Akira ransomware gang has grabbed headlines again. After extorting a staggering $42 million from over 250 victims as of January 1, 2024,...

Starlink in Africa: A Boon for Connectivity, But a Challenge for Data Protection in Cameroon?

The arrival of SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet constellation in Africa has sparked excitement across the continent, promising to bridge the digital divide and bring...

A Shadow in the Sand: Elusive “CR4T” Backdoor Targets Middle Eastern Governments

Government entities in the Middle East have become the latest target of a stealthy cyberespionage campaign. Kaspersky, a cybersecurity firm, recently discovered a previously...

Rising Tensions, Rising Threats: Cybercrime Spikes in the Middle East Following Drone Attack

The recent drone attack targeting an Iranian facility, widely attributed to Israel, has triggered a surge in cybercrime activity across the Middle East. Experts...

Zimbabwe Net Cast Catches 77: China-Backed Cybercrime Sting Offers Cautionary Tale for Africa

Zimbabwean authorities recently apprehended 77 individuals allegedly involved in a cybercrime ring with suspected links to China. This significant bust highlights the growing threat...

Beware of Hidden Visitors: New Android Spyware Targets South Asia

Mobile phone users in Pakistan and India are on high alert following the discovery of a new espionage campaign targeting Android devices. Cybersecurity researchers...

Patch Now: Fortinet Addresses Critical RCE Vulnerability in FortiClientLinux

A recent security advisory from Fortinet highlights the importance of timely patching for system administrators. The advisory addresses a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability...

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