"This attack is different from the tens of thousands of incidents we have responded to throughout the years," the firm says in an SEC filing.Major cybersecurity firm FireEye has been hit by a cyberattack, with hackers stealing its attack test tools in a targeted heist, the company said in  Tuesday. CEO Kevin Mandia said the hack most likely came from a nation-state attacker. The hack hit one of the largest cybersecurity companies in the US. FireEye has investigated prominent cyberattacks including and the . The hackers stole FireEye's "Red Team" tools, a collection of malware...…"This attack is different from the tens of thousands of incidents we have responded to throughout the years," the firm says in an SEC filing.Major cybersecurity firm FireEye has been hit by a cyberattack, with hackers stealing its attack test tools in a targeted heist, the company said in  Tuesday. CEO Kevin Mandia said the hack most likely came from a nation-state attacker. The hack hit one of the largest cybersecurity companies in the US. FireEye has investigated prominent cyberattacks including and the . The hackers stole FireEye's "Red Team" tools, a collection of malware...WW…

FollowThe "dangerously vague" Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, established in 1986, gets a look 34 years later.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.4 min readFor the first time, the US Supreme Court on Monday heard arguments surrounding a 34-year-old law on computer hacking -- examining how the terms of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act mean everyday activities like browsing Instagram on a work computer could be interpreted as a federal...…FollowThe "dangerously vague" Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, established in 1986, gets a look 34 years later.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.4 min readFor the first time, the US Supreme Court on Monday heard arguments surrounding a 34-year-old law on computer hacking -- examining how the terms of the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act mean everyday activities like browsing Instagram on a work computer could be interpreted as a federal...WW…

We and our partners use cookies to understand how you use our site, improve your experience and serve you personalized content and advertising. Read about how we use cookies and your choices . By continuing to use this site, you accept these cookies.AcceptRejectUpdate ConsentThe indictment against six Russian military officers digs into hacks that, among other things, caused widespread power outages in Ukraine and unleashed ransomware that caused billions in damages.3 min readSix Russian military hackers have been indicted over a series of seismic cyberattacks since 2015, the Department of...…We and our partners use cookies to understand how you use our site, improve your experience and serve you personalized content and advertising. Read about how we use cookies and your choices . By continuing to use this site, you accept these cookies.AcceptRejectUpdate ConsentThe indictment against six Russian military officers digs into hacks that, among other things, caused widespread power outages in Ukraine and unleashed ransomware that caused billions in damages.3 min readSix Russian military hackers have been indicted over a series of seismic cyberattacks since 2015, the Department of...WW…

CNET también está disponible en español.Don't show this againCourt records in an arson case show that Google gave away data on people who searched for a specific address.There are few things as revealing as a person's search history, and police typically need a warrant on a known suspect to demand that sensitive information. But a recently unsealed court document found that investigators can request such data in reverse order by asking Google to disclose everyone who searched a keyword rather than for information on a known suspect.In August, police arrested Michael Williams, an associate...…CNET también está disponible en español.Don't show this againCourt records in an arson case show that Google gave away data on people who searched for a specific address.There are few things as revealing as a person's search history, and police typically need a warrant on a known suspect to demand that sensitive information. But a recently unsealed court document found that investigators can request such data in reverse order by asking Google to disclose everyone who searched a keyword rather than for information on a known suspect.In August, police arrested Michael Williams, an associate...WW…

FollowHere's the way the Justice Department explains exactly how the Chinese government can spy on Americans through TikTok: [REDACTED].Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.4 min readThe US government warns that TikTok is a for millions of Americans, but when it comes to specifics on how the Chinese government could get its hands on data from the social video app, the Justice Department is keeping the information classified. In...…FollowHere's the way the Justice Department explains exactly how the Chinese government can spy on Americans through TikTok: [REDACTED].Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.4 min readThe US government warns that TikTok is a for millions of Americans, but when it comes to specifics on how the Chinese government could get its hands on data from the social video app, the Justice Department is keeping the information classified. In...WW…

FollowIf you want accurate details on when and where to vote, he says, don't look to Facebook or Twitter.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.2 min readIf a Facebook page or an Instagram post is offering the location of your polling place, you should double check that with your local elections office, the FBI director said Thursday at a congressional hearing. Better yet, don't get your election information from social media at...…FollowIf you want accurate details on when and where to vote, he says, don't look to Facebook or Twitter.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.2 min readIf a Facebook page or an Instagram post is offering the location of your polling place, you should double check that with your local elections office, the FBI director said Thursday at a congressional hearing. Better yet, don't get your election information from social media at...WW…

FollowThe Justice Department warns that the video game industry is a new target for nation-state actors.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.3 min readVideo games are a , and hackers are starting to take notice, the Justice Department warned Wednesday. The agency announced charges against five Chinese hackers and two Malaysian tech executives who it tied to a six-year campaign against multiple video game companies. The five from...…FollowThe Justice Department warns that the video game industry is a new target for nation-state actors.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.3 min readVideo games are a , and hackers are starting to take notice, the Justice Department warned Wednesday. The agency announced charges against five Chinese hackers and two Malaysian tech executives who it tied to a six-year campaign against multiple video game companies. The five from...WW…

FollowCyberattacks have evolved since 2016 and are aiming at the campaigns of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.3 min readHackers have never stopped trying to interfere in US politics, they've only gotten smarter about covering their tracks, researchers from . The attacks have only advanced since in 2016, with attempted hacks now targeting both the Trump and Biden campaigns. The presidential...…FollowCyberattacks have evolved since 2016 and are aiming at the campaigns of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.3 min readHackers have never stopped trying to interfere in US politics, they've only gotten smarter about covering their tracks, researchers from . The attacks have only advanced since in 2016, with attempted hacks now targeting both the Trump and Biden campaigns. The presidential...WW…

FollowCyberattacks have evolved since 2016 and are aiming at the campaigns of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.3 min readHackers have never stopped trying to interfere in US politics, they've only gotten smarter about covering their tracks, researchers from . The attacks have only advanced since in 2016, with attempted hacks now targeting both the Trump and Biden campaigns. The presidential...…FollowCyberattacks have evolved since 2016 and are aiming at the campaigns of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.3 min readHackers have never stopped trying to interfere in US politics, they've only gotten smarter about covering their tracks, researchers from . The attacks have only advanced since in 2016, with attempted hacks now targeting both the Trump and Biden campaigns. The presidential...WW…

FollowA number of lawsuits and legislative measures mean the debate over the use of facial recognition is poised to ramp up.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.7 min readThe dumpster fire that was 2020 has also set the stage for what could be the biggest development in and how it gets regulated. In the past year, lawmakers, privacy advocates, lawsuits and local legislative measures have all rallied against the technology as a tool...…FollowA number of lawsuits and legislative measures mean the debate over the use of facial recognition is poised to ramp up.Alfred NgSenior Reporter / CNET NewsAlfred Ng was a senior reporter for CNET News. He was raised in Brooklyn and previously worked on the New York Daily News's social media and breaking news teams.7 min readThe dumpster fire that was 2020 has also set the stage for what could be the biggest development in and how it gets regulated. In the past year, lawmakers, privacy advocates, lawsuits and local legislative measures have all rallied against the technology as a tool...WW…