Cyber Guys

Companies are being scammed by fake North Korean IT workers who steal sensitive data before making six-figure ransom demands.

Hired unknowingly, these operatives use tactics like rerouting corporate laptops, avoiding video calls, and exfiltrating data via Google Drive. Secureworks warns that these schemes, linked to North Korea’s Nickel Tapestry crew, are funding illegal programs.

Watch out for suspicious video excuses, unsanctioned remote access, and financial red flags!

LEARN MORE: https://www.theregister.com/2024/10/18/ransom_fake_it_worker_scam/

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Think deleting your 23andMe account erases all your personal data? Not quite. Despite account deletion, 23andMe retains your genetic info and other details to comply with legal obligations.

This comes after millions of users' data were exposed in a major breach, sparking concern over the future of sensitive health info.

Once your DNA is out there, it’s hard to fully reclaim it. Always read the fine print!

LEARN MORE: https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2024/10/23andme-will-retain-your-genetic-information-even-if-you-delete-the-account

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