WhatsApp phishing: spoofed phone numbers in circulation
A new scam on WhatsApp is causing concern. Criminals are trying to take over user accounts by using spoofed phone numbers. These numbers often resemble those of previous real WhatsApp contacts. The fraudsters send phishing text messages with links to...
Deutsche Telekom customers use over one million passkeys
Since August 2023, Deutsche Telekom has been offering an innovative solution for more security in everyday digital life: Passkeys. This modern alternative to conventional passwords is proving very popular. In just four months, Deutsche Telekom customers have used over one million Passkeys...
EU authorities break up criminal crypto platform
In a remarkable operation, European law enforcement agencies have taken down the MATRIX encrypted communications platform. The operation, dubbed "Passionflower", took place on December 3, 2024 and marked a significant success in the fight...
Black Friday: Phishing warning against criminal fraud attempts
Black Friday entices with great offers, but caution is advised. Cyber threats and online fraud are on the rise during this time. Criminals use sophisticated methods to get their hands on your money. One example shows how serious the situation is: a 60-year-old...
ChatGPT scam: API costs programmer 2500 dollars
A shocking case of OpenAI fraud is shaking the programming world. A crypto enthusiast lost 2500 US dollars through a fraudulent API recommended by ChatGPT. This incident shines a spotlight on the risks of using...
US government plans to separate Google and Chrome
Google's market power is being targeted by the US government. A court has found that the search giant uses questionable methods to secure its monopoly. The US Department of Justice is now planning concrete steps to end this distortion of competition. At the center...
Federal Statistical Office: No data outflow at IDEV
The Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) recently gave the all-clear: There was no data outflow from the IDEV reporting system. This news comes after claims by cyber criminals who allegedly stole 3.8 GB of data. Comprehensive investigations...
Pistorius: Accusations of sabotage after cables cut
Disturbing incidents have occurred in the Baltic Sea. Two important data cables were damaged within a short space of time. Defense Minister Boris Pistorius expresses concerns about possible state-directed infrastructure attacks. The cable sabotage raises...
Electronic patient file: New plans from 2025
The Federal Ministry of Health is planning a revolution in medical records management. From 2025, the electronic patient file (ePA) is to be introduced for all people with statutory health insurance. This digital health record will be set up automatically, with patients having the...
Destatis data leak: effects on elections ruled out
The Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) is at the center of a recent data leak. Despite the explosive nature of the incident, the all-clear has been given for voter data. Experts confirm that the security of the upcoming elections is not at risk. The Federal Statistical Office has...
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