Cybersecurity Chaos: From Microsoft Mishaps to Louis Vuitton Leaks!
In a twist of tech drama, Microsoft decides to stop using Chinese engineers for US DoD systems, citing data exposure risks. Meanwhile, a so-called “security firm” is accused of selling malware-collected data to debt collectors and divorcing couples. Lastly, ExpressVPN patches a flaw, ensuring your RDP traffic stays in the tunnel where it belongs.
Hot Take:
Who knew that keeping up with cybersecurity news could feel like binge-watching a thriller series? From Microsoft’s chin-scratching decision to stop using Chinese engineers for US defense projects to hackers trying to turn Amazon’s Q into the Grim Reaper for hard drives, this week in cybersecurity news is a rollercoaster of intrigue, betrayal, and a pinch of drama!
Key Points:
- Microsoft ditches Chinese engineers for US DoD projects to dodge espionage risks.
- Organizations are unknowingly rolling out the red carpet for hackers with increased attack surfaces.
- Airportr’s luggage service had a data breach that could’ve turned into a game of “Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?”
- A supposed security firm gets caught playing the villain by monetizing stolen data.
- ExpressVPN had a vulnerability that could have left users’ RDP traffic out in the open, but no worries, it’s patched!
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