Posts Tagged ‘Hacker’
The Louvre’s Password Was Literally ‘Louvre’ – and the Internet Has Lost It
Turns out the world’s most famous museum used the world’s laziest password. When reports emerged that the Louvre Museum’s internal surveillance system had been protected for years by the password “LOUVRE” (yes, in all caps), the internet reacted with the only appropriate response: disbelief and derision. As one user put it, @PierreDeWulf tweeted: “So the…
Read MoreHeathrow Hack Chaos: Why Your Holiday Is Now at the Mercy of Cyber Gangs
If you thought airport delays were just limited to security queues, overbooked flights, or someone taking too long at duty free, think again. Heathrow was among several major European airports hit this weekend by a cyber-attack that targeted the very software designed to keep things running smoothly. READ MORE: Tea App: We Spill All The…
Read MoreHackers Steal Millions of Customer Details from Gucci, McQueen and Balenciaga
Luxury has always been about exclusivity – but in 2025, it turns out the most coveted thing isn’t a handbag, it’s your data. Millions of Gucci, Balenciaga, and Alexander McQueen customers have had their private details swiped in a major cyberattack, proving that even the glossiest fashion houses and maisons aren’t immune from the grit…
Read MoreThe Tea App Was Hacked Again And Women’s Personal Details Have Been Leaked
The Tea app was supposed to be a sanctuary – a women-only corner of the internet where users could swap dating experiences, warn each other about abusive men, and share information they might not feel safe putting anywhere else. But in July 2025, that “safe space” shattered. A massive cyberattack leaked about 72,000 images, including…
Read MoreAre these gadgets spying on you?
We’re used to tech in our homes doing the heavy lifting—from air fryers to smart speakers. But new research by Which? may make you rethink your smart home setup. According to their findings, many popular gadgets aren’t just helping out—they’re gathering data on you and, in some cases, even sending it back to China. The…
Read MoreNorth Korean Hacker Infiltrates Company Posing as Contractor, Demands Ransom
In a new twist on hacking tactics, a North Korean cybercriminal infiltrated a company by posing as a legitimate IT contractor. The unidentified business, based in either the UK, US, or Australia, unknowingly hired this North Korean hacker for a short-term role. Within days, the hacker gained unauthorised access to sensitive company data, promptly exfiltrating…
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