Author: HackWatchit

Cybercriminals are skilled at using public information to their advantage. Knowing how they gather this data can help you protect yourself and your personal details. They often take information from social media, online profiles, and public records to create convincing attacks. Understanding the tactics used by these criminals can make a significant difference in your online safety. For example, they may analyze your posts to learn about your interests, habits, and relationships. This knowledge allows them to craft targeted scams or phishing attempts that seem genuine. It’s important to be aware of what information you share and how it can…

The 2025 NVIDIA GPU Technology Conference (GTC) showcased groundbreaking advancements and innovations in the field of AI and quantum computing. Among the highlights were the introduction of the Blackwell Ultra AI chips, the unveiling of the Groot N1 AI model for robotics, and a partnership with GM to develop custom AI systems for autonomous vehicles. To provide deeper insights into these developments, we have gathered expert commentary from leading voices at WitnessAI and Protegrity. Quantum Day & Quantum Computing Initiatives Clyde Williamson, Senior Product Security Architect at Protegrity, shared his thoughts on NVIDIA’s announcement of its first Quantum Day at…

On March 3rd, Google officially rolled out its Data Science Agent to most Colab users for free. This is not something brand new — it was first announced in December last year, but it is now integrated into Colab and made widely accessible. Google says it is “The future of data analysis with Gemini”, stating: “Simply describe your analysis goals in plain language, and watch your notebook take shape automatically, helping accelerate your ability to conduct research and data analysis.” But is it a real game-changer in Data Science? What can it actually do, and what can’t it do? Is…

In December the Kyiv Post reported of the Ukrainian military’s own long-range, tethered drones, that, “currently about 40 percent of the components [are] sourced locally in Ukraine while, because there is limited domestic microelectronics manufacturing capability, the rest are imported, primarily from China.”AliExpress parent company Alibaba and Temu did not respond to requests for comment from WIRED about whether such accessories—which are not inherently weapons themselves—pose any risks or have purchasing restrictions imposed on them in any markets.“I don’t know a hobbyist that wants to fly a drone miles away with a tether to drop a water bottle in someone’s…

Snapchat’s massive popularity has made it a hotbed for malicious actors looking to scam unsuspecting users into handing over cash or personal information. Plus, with the ephemeral nature of Snapchat messages (or snaps), users may be lulled into a false sense of privacy (screenshots remain possible). This can lead to oversharing and accidentally falling victim to a Snapchat scam. This post looks at the most common ways malicious actors exploit the platform for financial gain and identity theft. We’ll provide insights into how they work and offer tips on how to avoid them. But before we get into the specific…

Melissa Bruno // One of the best early steps to take when testing a network, especially a large one, is to run the tool EyeWitness to gain a quick understanding of what types of web applications are present in the environment. In some cases, valuable information may be sitting in plain sight on the homepage of a poorly secured web application. Other times, you might glean the names and version numbers of vulnerable pieces of software from HTTP headers and source code, then leverage known exploits to your advantage. Sometimes gaining admin access to software is as simple as looking…

AI-powered phishing emails, deepfake phone calls, and fake tax prep websites are making tax scams more convincing and costly than ever, according to McAfee. Cybercriminals are pulling out all the stops to trick Americans out of their hard-earned money, and it’s working, nearly one in four Americans say they or someone they know has lost money to a tax scam. Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated More than half of Americans say fraud is more sophisticated than last year. Cybercriminals are even impersonating trusted tax services to steal personal and financial information, adding another layer of deception. In fact, 33% of…

We’re excited to announce the launch of our latest course, SJD-100: Secure Java Development Essentials!  SJD-100: Secure Java Development Essentials As Java programming language continues to power millions of applications worldwide, the need for strong security practices in its development has never been more critical. This course is designed for Java developers, DevOps teams or cybersecurity teams looking to enhance collaboration and security awareness. By focusing on real-world vulnerabilities and secure development practices, Secure Java Development Essentials equips you with the knowledge and tools to develop safer applications and protect against modern security threats. What is SJD-100: Secure Java Development…

Cybercriminals are abusing Microsoft’s Trusted Signing platform to code-sign malware executables with short-lived three-day certificates. Threat actors have long sought after code-signing certificates as they can be used to sign malware to appear like they are from a legitimate company. Signed malware also has the advantage of potentially bypassing security filters that would normally block unsigned executables, or at least treat them with less suspicion. The holy grail for threat actors is to obtain Extended Validation (EV)  code-signing certificates, as they automatically gain increased trust from many cybersecurity programs due to the more rigorous verification process. Even more important, EV certificates…