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EquiLend data stolen in cyberattack, company confirms
The ransomware attack on EquiLend in January 2024 did result in customer data theft, the financial giant has confirmed. The company sent a data breach notification letter to its customers earlier this week, confirming the theft of personally identifiable information (PII), BleepingComputer reports. EquiLend is a global financial technology, data…
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Okta denies it was hacked again after data appears on hacking site
A hacker has shared a new database on an underground forum, claiming it contained data stolen from Okta – however the company begs to differ. In late October 2023, cybercriminals broke into Okta systems and stole client session cookies, potentially giving them access to those companies’ networks, and opening the…
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Microsoft is ending support for this popular business version of Windows — so you really need to update now
Microsoft declared that Windows 10 21H2, affectionately known as the November 2021 Update, will reach end of support on June 11, 2024. As explained in a company announcement, the termination of support will primarily affect Education and Enterprise customers, resulting in a halt to the monthly quality updates that are…
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Apple is working on an AI-powered platform that might make mobile ads even more annoying
Apple is reportedly testing an AI-powered tool designed to optimize App Store ad campaigns as it apparently looks to keep track with great rival Google. The tool, which is reportedly being examined by a select group of advertisers, looks to automate the placement of ads within the App Store similar…
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Many SMBs are all-in on AI – despite not really knowing what it can do for them
The adoption of artificial intelligence among small and medium-sized businesses in the UK seems to have hit a crossroads, as while enthusiasm for AI tools is high, understanding and strategic planning lag behind, new research has claimed. A report from NetApp found only half (51%) of IT decision-makers surveyed understand…
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How ecommerce retailers can ensure consumer safety in 2024
In 2024, online retail is set for growth, but security is crucial. Last year’s festive season saw a 3.7% increase in online spending and a 12.7% rise in ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ (BNPL) methods, expanding the cyber threat landscape. With more frequent and varying online transactions, security concerns are heightened…
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