Hacking
Discover expert analysis on hacking with news, features and insights from the team at IT Pro.
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Linux-based Cheerscrypt ransomware found targeting VMware ESXi servers
News Cheerscrypt malware could cause severe disruption to companies using the virtualisation software
By Rene Millman Published
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Open source packages with millions of installs hacked to harvest AWS credentials
News Two popular open source packages used by Python and PHP developers have been quietly compromised with successful attacks already being reported
By Connor Jones Published
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What is cyber warfare?
In-depth We explain what cyber warfare is and why you need to pay attention to the threats posed
By Jane McCallion Last updated
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Russian hackers declare war on 10 countries after failed Eurovision DDoS attack
News Italian police thwart cyber attacks on Eurovision's voting systems from the Russian-linked hacker group Killnet after the same group targeted public sector institutions days earlier
By Connor Jones Published
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The rise of double extortion ransomware
In-depth With the use of this tactic increasing, we look at how you can protect your business
By Carly Page Published
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WannaCry's ghost is still wreaking havoc
In-depth A retooled version of the infamous ransomware strain continues to haunt corporate networks around the world
By Connor Jones Published
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IoT privacy and security concerns
In-depth We take a look at what's needed to really secure internet-connected devices
By Clare Hopping Last updated
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How do you become an ethical hacker?
In-depth We examine what certifications do you need, what jobs are available and how much you can expect to be paid
By Connor Jones Last updated
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DDoS attacks surge to record numbers in 2022 as a result of Russia-Ukraine war
News Cases this year saw some of the longest-lasting DDoS attacks ever seen as hacktivists assembled to take on their enemies in the ongoing cyber war between Russia and Ukraine
By Connor Jones Published
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Russian-affiliates believed to be behind cyber attacks on wind turbines firms
News Three German-based renewable energy companies attacked as country attempts to wean itself off Russian oil
By Bobby Hellard Published
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What is the LAPSUS$ group and who is behind the criminal operation?
Analysis The most prolific cyber criminals of 2022 have largely evaded identification for months despite being anything but secretive in the way they work
By Connor Jones Last updated
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Five Eyes nations warn against impending Russian cyber attacks
News Eight hacking groups have reportedly pledged allegiance to the Russian government, according to latest findings from the US, Australian, Canadian, New Zealand, and UK cyber authorities
By Sabina Weston Published
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