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Millions of FTP Servers Still Stuck in the Past: Encryption Crisis Exposes Global Data Flows

20 Apr 2026 news

A new investigation reveals nearly 2.5 million internet-facing FTP servers lack encryption, exposing sensitive data worldwide. Experts urge a shift to secure alternatives as legacy protocols continue to endanger businesses and users.

#FTP servers | #data security | #encryption crisis

Inside Italy’s Health Institute: Privacy by Design or Data Mirage?

20 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Italy’s Higher Institute of Health claims ‘privacy and cyber by design’ for its website, but a Netcrook investigation reveals how technical and analytical cookies may be mapping users’ behaviors and raising fresh privacy concerns.

#Privacy | #Data Security | #Health Authority

Toasters, LEDs, and Data Leaks: The Unexpected Dangers of Hacking Old Tech

18 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

From DOOM on a toaster to sensitive data on discarded hard drives, the hacker world is both playful and perilous. Explore the surprising risks behind the latest tech hacks.

#Hacking | #Data Security | #AI Risks

Six Million FTP Servers Still Exposed: Censys Uncovers 2026's Hidden Internet Risks

17 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

Despite decades of warnings, nearly 6 million FTP servers remain exposed on the public internet in 2026. Censys researchers reveal that outdated defaults, poor encryption, and legacy software leave global data at risk.

#FTP servers | #data security | #default configurations

Shadow Access: The Hidden Cyber Risks Lurking Behind Virtual Assistants

16 Apr 2026 news

Hiring virtual assistants can supercharge productivity, but failing to secure their access can open the door to data breaches, social engineering, and legal headaches. Here’s how to protect your business from the hidden cyber risks.

#Virtual Assistants | #Cyber Risks | #Data Security

Critical Apache NiFi Vulnerability Exposes Global Data Flows to Cyber Threats

14 Apr 2026 news

A critical vulnerability has been detected in Apache NiFi, raising alarms across industries that depend on this open source data flow tool. Our investigation uncovers the risks, the potential fallout, and what users must do to protect their systems.

#Apache NiFi | #Data Security | #Open Source

SAP Critical ABAP Vulnerability: Inside the Patch That Saved Enterprise Data

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Europe

SAP’s April 2026 security updates patched a critical ABAP flaw letting low-level users run arbitrary SQL, threatening financial data across enterprises. Here’s how the fix closed a potential catastrophe.

#SAP vulnerability | #SQL injection | #data security

Pipeline Panic: Security Flaw in Apache AirFlow Threatens Data Workflows

09 Apr 2026 news

A newly detected vulnerability in Apache AirFlow exposes critical data workflows to risk. Discover the details, potential impact, and steps organizations can take to safeguard their data orchestration pipelines.

#Apache AirFlow | #Data Security | #Vulnerability

IBM Langflow Desktop Vulnerability: Data Security Concerns Emerge

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

A newly detected flaw in IBM Langflow Desktop could allow attackers to access or manipulate sensitive data. This article investigates the vulnerability, its implications, and what organizations need to know to stay protected.

#IBM | #Vulnerability | #Data Security

LAPD Confidential Files Leaked in Major Cyber Attack: Inside the Data Breach

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

A massive cyber breach at the Los Angeles City Attorney’s office has exposed hundreds of thousands of confidential LAPD files. Sensitive police records, witness names, and internal investigations are now circulating online, raising urgent questions about digital security and public trust.

#LAPD breach | #cyber attack | #data security