Plus: The FBI got (at least a little bit) hacked, an election-disruption firm gets exposed, Russia mulls allowing “patriotic hacking,” and more.
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What to Look for When Buying a Security Camera (2023): Tips and Risks
Eufy’s recent scandal shows it’s not so much about the data breach but about how a company responds. Here are a few ways to shop smart.
Pig Butchering Scams Are Evolving Fast
Investment schemes are ensnaring victims with increasingly compelling narratives and believable tech.
Meet the Creator of North Korea’s Favorite Crypto Privacy Service
The world’s most prolific crypto thieves have used Sinbad.io to launder tens of millions. Its creator, “Mehdi,” answers WIRED’s questions.
Russia’s Ransomware Gangs Are Being Named and Shamed
Members of the Trickbot and Conti cybercrime gangs have been sanctioned in an unprecedented wave of action against the country’s hackers.
Googling for Software Downloads Is Extra Risky Right Now
Plus: The FTC cracks down on GoodRx, Microsoft boots “verified” phishing scammers, researchers disclose EV charger vulnerabilities, and more.
A Link to News Site Meduza Can (Technically) Land You in Russian Prison
Plus: Hive ransomware gang gets knocked offline, FBI confirms North Korea stole $100 million, and more.
The Unrelenting Menace of the LockBit Ransomware Gang
The notorious Russian-speaking cybercriminals grew successful by keeping a low profile. But now they have a target on their backs.
A Siemens S7-1500 Logic Controller Flaw Raises the Specter of Stuxnet
More than 120 models of Siemens’ S7-1500 PLCs contain a serious vulnerability—and no fix is on the way.
Slack Discloses Breach of Its Github Code Repository
Plus: Russian spies uncovered in Europe, face recognition leads to another wrongful arrest, a new porn ID law, and more.