XLoader Malware Variant Targets MacOS Disguised as OfficeNote App
A new variant of malware called XLoader is targeting macOS users. XLoader’s execution, functionalities and distribution are detailed.
Day: August 25, 2023
Biden fundraises off Trump arrest
US President Joe Biden used Republican challenger Donald Trump’s legal woes to raise money from supporters
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Spain’s Hermoso ‘didn’t consent’ to World Cup kiss
Jenni Hermoso says she did not consent to be kissed by Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales – as 81 players say they will not play for Spain’s women’s team until he leaves.
Kroll Employee SIM-Swapped for Crypto Investor Data
Security consulting giant Kroll disclosed today that a SIM-swapping attack against one of its employees led to the theft of user information for multiple cryptocurrency platforms that are relying on Kroll services in their ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. And there are indications that fraudsters may already be exploiting the stolen data in phishing attacks.
Cryptocurrency lender BlockFi and the now-collapsed crypto trading platform FTX each disclosed data breaches this week thanks to a recent SIM-swapping attack targeting an employee of Kroll — the company handling both firms’ bankruptcy restructuring.
Niger’s military junta gives French ambassador 48 hours to leave country
The military rulers who seized control in Niamey on July 26 have given the French ambassador 48 hours to leave Niger, the country’s minister of foreign affairs said in a statement Friday.
Watch: Tigrayan women celebrate the Ashenda festival in Addis Ababa
It is the first time the celebration has been held in the Ethiopian capital since 2020.
How Meta and YouTube, battered by content moderation wars, are following X in retreating from policing political misinformation, raising US 2024 election fears (Washington Post)
Washington Post:
How Meta and YouTube, battered by content moderation wars, are following X in retreating from policing political misinformation, raising US 2024 election fears — Facebook and YouTube are receding from their role as …
Powell Warns Inflation ‘Remains Too High’
Jay Powell has warned that inflation “remains too high,” raising the prospect of further interest rate increases in the world’s largest economy should price pressures persist. Financial Times: In a highly anticipated speech on Friday, the chair of the …
Denmark Moves to Ban Quran Burnings After Muslim Outrage
Danish and Swedish authorities have struggled to balance free speech with growing anger that security officials say has elevated the risk of terrorist attacks.
Ukraine aid faces a stress test as some GOP 2024 presidential candidates balk at continued support
In the first GOP presidential debate, the leading Republican contenders showed antipathy toward the American backing of Ukraine.