ngCERT Issues High Alert Over Android Malware Targeting WhatsApp and Banking Apps in Nigeria
The Nigeria Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT) has raised a critical cybersecurity warning for all Android users across Nigeria.
Marks & Spencer Resumes Online Orders After 46-Day Cyberattack Pause
British retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) has resumed taking online orders for clothing lines after a 46-day hiatus following a cyberattack. The company had stopped taking clothing and home orders through its website and app on April 25 due to problems with contactless pay and click and collect services.
China offers cash bounty for Taiwanese Military Hackers, Sparking Diplomatic Tensions
Chinese authorities have offered cash rewards for the capture of 20 individuals allegedly tied to Taiwan’s military cyber unit, intensifying cross-strait tensions and drawing a swift rebuke from Taiwan’s defense ministry.
Spotify Cracks Down on Fake Streams, Warns Artists of Lost Earnings
Music streaming giant Spotify has issued a strong warning to artists and music distributors over the rising trend of artificial streaming, stating that artists caught inflating their play counts through illegitimate means risk losing their earnings and damaging their reputations
NCC Unveils New Cybersecurity Strategy to Safeguard Nigeria’s Telecom Sector
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced the development of a comprehensive cybersecurity framework aimed at strengthening the defence of Nigeria’s rapidly growing telecommunications sector against evolving digital threats.
Microsoft Launches Free Cybersecurity Program for European Governments to Combat AI-Driven Threats
In a major move to strengthen Europe’s digital defences, Microsoft has launched a free cybersecurity program specifically tailored for European governments. Announced on Wednesday, the initiative is designed to combat AI-enhanced cyber threats and improve cross-border threat intelligence sharing.
Cartier Confirms Cyberattack: Customer Data Breached in Latest Wave of Retail Hacks
Luxury jewellery brand Cartier, owned by Richemont, has disclosed a cybersecurity breach that led to unauthorized access to its systems and exposure of limited client information. In an email to customers on Tuesday, Cartier confirmed that an unauthorised party temporarily accessed its website, making it the latest high-profile victim in a rising trend of cyberattacks targeting major fashion and retail brands.
Victoria’s Secret Shuts Down Website After Cybersecurity Incident
Victoria’s Secret revealed on Tuesday that a cybersecurity incident targeting its IT systems prompted a temporary website shutdown last week. The lingerie and apparel giant took swift action to mitigate the threat, shutting down both its corporate systems and e-commerce site on May 26 and enacting immediate response protocols to contain the breach.
Coinbase Customer Data Breach Tied to Indian Outsourcing Firm TaskUs, Sources Say
Coinbase, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, is facing scrutiny after new details emerged linking a January data breach to an India-based employee of outsourcing firm TaskUs. According to six sources familiar with the incident, the breach could cost Coinbase up to $400 million and was known to the company months before it was publicly disclosed.
Nigeria’s AI Ambitions at Risk Without Governance and Security, Experts Warn
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the world at an unprecedented pace, and Nigeria is eager to be part of the global AI revolution. However, industry experts caution that the country’s aggressive push into AI, without establishing robust governance, security, and ethical standards, could create significant national vulnerabilities.
