Criminals found stealing data through ‘wedding invitations’ embedded with malware - Police
Police said the tactic which had been detected since mid-2023, was often used by criminals to hack into smartphones.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Hackers promise AI, install malware instead
Meta has blocked more than a thousand web addresses that are touted as promising ChatGPT-like tools but are actually traps set by hackers.
Thu May 04 2023
Cyber security expert raises alarm over increasing data leaks in Malaysia
Data leakage has become a recurring issue, both globally and in Malaysia, caused by phishing, malware and ransomware attacks.
Thu Sep 22 2022
How to stay safe in the face of surging mobile malware attacks?
Cell phones have become prime targets for hackers and scammers around the world to access specific information such as your identity.
Tue Mar 15 2022
Malaysia re-elected as APCERT chair for 2020-2021
This was another milestone for CyberSecurity Malaysia in recognition of its technical expertise, leadership and professionalism.
Thu Oct 01 2020
Burglars can break into your house by listening to sound of key in the lock
Hackers could make a copy of your front door key using only a smartphone.
Thu Aug 27 2020
CMERP satellite lab to tackle malware threats in Malaysia
The Coordinated Malware Eradication and Remediation Project (CMERP) satellite laboratory worth RM7.4 million has been set up at Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) to tackle malware threats in
Wed Aug 02 2017
Cyber firms warn of malware that could cause power outages
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said it was investigating the malware, though it had seen no evidence to suggest it has infected U.S. critical infrastructure.
Tue Jun 13 2017
Hackers exploit stolen U.S. spy agency tool to launch global cyberattack
Cyber extortionists tricked victims into opening malicious malware attachments to spam emails that appeared to contain invoices, job offers, security warnings and other legitimate files.
Sat May 13 2017
Hyatt Hotels attacked with payment-card stealing malware
Hyatt Hotels Corp said on Wednesday that its payment processing system was infected with credit-card-stealing malware in an attack discovered three weeks ago.
Thu Dec 24 2015
New cyberattack targets in 2016
Schools, iPhones, connected devices and Wi-Fi networks are all potential targets for cybercriminal attacks in 2016, according to WatchGuard Technologies.
Sat Dec 19 2015
Hackers raid Apple accounts via jail-broken iPhones
Hackers targeting jail-broken iPhones have raided more than 225,000 Apple accounts, using them for app-buying sprees or to hold phones for ransom, researchers said on Tuesday.
Wed Sep 02 2015
Delete SMS with 'doubtful' URL links - MCMC
Mobile phone users have been advised to delete short messaging service (SMS) containing malware with 'doubtful' URL links.
Wed Dec 24 2014
Facebook feelings are contagious
It turns out that it's not just viruses and malware that can be passed on to friends when we're not careful how we use our smartphones and computers.
Thu Jun 19 2014
Australian central bank computers hacked
Computer networks at the Reserve Bank of Australia have been hacked, officials said on Monday.
Mon Mar 11 2013
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024