Hackers

A computer hacker is any skilled computer expert that uses their technical knowledge to overcome a problem. While "hacker" can refer to any skilled computer programmer, the term has become associated in popular culture with a "security hacker", someone who, with their technical knowledge, uses bugs or exploits to break into computer systems.

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Big Banks See Uptick In Cyberattack Attempts

Big Banks See Uptick In Cyberattack Attempts
Big Banks See Uptick In Cyberattack Attempts
September 30, 2018  |  Cybersecurity

Sources have reported that some large U.S. banks have seen a boost in attempted cyberattacks in recent weeks. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Apple Security Loophole Exposes Corporate Passwords, Experts Say
Apple Security Loophole Exposes Corporate Passwords, Experts Say
September 28, 2018  |  B2B Payments

Cybersecurity researchers are warning of a loophole in Apple device security that allows hackers to obtain corporate customers’ passwords to Wi-Fi and applications. Reports in...

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Hackers Hit Local Government Payment Sites
Hackers Hit Local Government Payment Sites
September 20, 2018  |  Cybersecurity

A security firm has revealed that a payment portal used for local government services, such as paying for utilities and permits, has been targeted by...

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Global Standard For Crypto AML In The Works
Global Standard For Crypto AML In The Works
September 20, 2018  |  Cryptocurrency

The leader of the global anti-money laundering (AML) task force said he was “optimistic” that it is closer to establishing worldwide standards that apply to...

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Newegg Victim Of Data Breach That Lasted A Month
Newegg Victim Of Data Breach That Lasted A Month
September 19, 2018  |  Cybersecurity

Newegg, the electronics retailer, was reportedly the victim of a data breach that lasted a month. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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State Department Confirms Breach That Impacted Small Number Of Workers
State Department Confirms Breach That Impacted Small Number Of Workers
September 19, 2018  |  Cybersecurity

The State Department recently suffered a data breach in which the personal information on a small amount of employees was exposed. Get the Full Story...

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Today In Data: The High Cost Of Falling Behind In Payments
Today In Data: The High Cost Of Falling Behind In Payments
September 18, 2018  |  Today In Data

In a world that is moving quickly – and often in a lot of new directions at once – staying caught up is hard, and...

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North Korean Hackers Paid Using A Bitcoin Wallet
North Korean Hackers Paid Using A Bitcoin Wallet
September 17, 2018  |  Fraud Prevention

The alleged North Korean hacking of Sony, Bangladesh Banks and other targets stand as some of the most infamous cyberattacks yet experienced. And the recently...

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