Computer Security
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‘The internet’s on fire’: Software vulnerability causes scramble to stop growing threatThe vulnerability, dubbed `Log4Shell,' was uncovered in a utility that's ubiquitous in cloud servers and enterprise software used across industry and government.TechDec 11, 2021
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Wi-Fi baby monitor hacked: Parents wake up to voice threatening to kidnap their childA couple in Harris County, Texas, woke up to beeping — and the sound of a person talking through their baby monitor.TechDec 21, 2018
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6 tips to protect your personal information when using public Wi-FiUsers should take precautions before accessing any personal information over a public Wi-Fi network.CanadaAug 7, 2017
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Lakeridge Health experiences tech issues connected to global ‘ransomware’ cyberattackDurham Region's Lakeridge Health's network experienced technical issues Friday believed to be related to the global ransomware cyberattack that began targeting U.K. hospitals the same day but has since spread to over 14 countries.CanadaMay 13, 2017
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What is the WannaCry ransomware cyber threat?It started with U.K. hospitals and has since spread to over 14 countries – the WannaCry ransomware was holding millions of files hostage unless companies or governments pay up.CanadaMay 12, 2017
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Security experts call Grey Eagle Casino security breach a wake-up callAlberta Privacy Commissioner Jill Clayton said how an organization responds to a hack is just as important as having safeguards in place.TechJan 26, 2017
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Calgary police suspect ‘quite a few’ ransomware attacks besides at U of CCalgary police said Wednesday some cyber attackers around the world are bringing in $100,000 to $200,000 per day in such ransomware attacks as the one that affected the University of Calgary.CrimeJun 8, 2016
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University of Calgary pays $20,000 ransom to cyber attackerThe University of Calgary said it paid a $20,000 ransom demanded by cyber attackers who knocked out email access for faculty and staff and impacted communication with students for days.EducationJun 7, 2016
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Creator of malware used to drain bank accounts gets 9 years in jailThe creator of a computer program that enabled cybercriminals to infect millions of computers and drain bank accounts was sentenced to 9 1/2 years in federal prison.TechApr 21, 2016
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Windows users: Uninstall Apple’s QuickTime from your computer immediatelyIf you still use Apple’s QuickTime for Windows video player, you should uninstall it as soon as possible.TechApr 18, 2016
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