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How Researchers Exposed Iranian Cyberattacks Against Hundreds of Activists
For more than three years, two researchers have tracked the rise of state-sponsored Iranian hackers.
Afraid of the Dark? Too Bad, Your Smart Bulbs Can Be Hacked
Researchers successfully hack Philips smart lightbulbs from 400 yards away and claim that they could create a worm.
How Drones Could Help Hackers Shut Down Power Plants
In the future, cyberattacks on power plants might be done with malware and flying hacker drones.
The ‘Danger Drone’ Is a $500 Flying Hacker Laptop
Two researchers have created a proof-of-concept for a cheap, multi-functional, hacker drone.
Female Hackers Still Face Harassment at Conferences
From sexist assumptions to ass-grabbing, women report problems at hacking and security conferences.
Chaos Communication Congress: A Very German Hacking Conference
From WWII, through the leftwing rebellions of the 80s, to the squats of Berlin, the CCC is a hacking conference built on politics. And volunteers.
Here's Every Email the NSA Got After Asking Americans for Tips on How to Protect Privacy
Shortly after the Edward Snowden leaks in 2013, the NSA asked all Americans for suggestions on how it could better protect civil liberties. The agency received 14 emails.
The Dark Web Is Becoming a Safe Haven for Malware
Some recent malware is taking advantage of the protections afforded by Tor and I2P.
Between Black and White Hat: Hackers 'w0rm' Offer Legit Security Work Too
The hackers claim to be doing penetration testing for companies on top of their usual exploits.
How the FBI Took Down the Botnet Designed to Be ‘Impossible’ to Take Down
The feds and their partners share details of the operation that took down GameOver Zeus.
Hackers Are Sneaking Into Women's Webcams and Posting the Footage on YouTube
A reminder of the risks women and girls face online.
Why Researchers Tricked Hackers into Attacking Fake Gas Pumps
More than 2,000 gas station monitoring devices are easy to find and hack, researchers warn.