CDK cyberattack leaves thousands of car dealers spinning their wheels
"Everything is frozen, everything is tied up," one auto dealership owner said after cyberattacks crippled software maker CDK Global.
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CDK cyberattack shuts down auto dealerships across the U.S.
Multiple cyberattacks on software maker CDK Global are causing havoc for thousands of car dealerships across the U.S.
Family hopes new law to protect kids online prevents tragedies like theirs
John Demay said that what started as a seemingly innocuous encounter on Instagram quickly turned deadly for his teenage son Jordan.
Nissan data breach exposes Social Security numbers of nearly 53,000
Ransomware attack targeted a Nissan virtual private network, the automaker's U.S. subsidiary said.
What customers should know about AT&T's massive data breach
AT&T said data found on the "dark web" contains information such as Social Security numbers and passcodes for roughly 73 million current and former customers.
Lawmaker says "being weak" trapped him in alleged sexting scam
British police are investigating explicit messages sent to a lawmaker as part of an alleged sexting scam targeting politicians.
AT&T informs users of data breach and resets millions of passcodes
It is not known if the data "originated from AT&T or one of its vendors," the company said in a statement.
TikTok ban would hit many users where it hurts — their pocketbook
"A ban would result in me losing a major part of my business," said one TikTok user who leans on the app to make money.
TikTok's fate in the U.S. hangs in the balance. What would a sale mean?
Here's how a sale of the Chinese-owned app could eliminate security threats, but finding the right buyer could be difficult.
Cyberattack on UnitedHealth impacts prescription access
In a since-deleted post on the dark web, a Russian-speaking ransomware group claimed responsibility, alleging they stole more than six terabytes of data.
Hacking at UnitedHealth cripples swath U.S. health system: What to know
The insurance giant recently purchased Change Healthcare, a company unknown to most Americans, which reportedly suffered a cyberattack.
Notorious ransomware provider LockBit taken over by law enforcement
LockBit has been linked to thousands of malware attacks since 2019. Now the syndicate has itself been targeted — by law enforcement agencies from numerous nations
Hackers accessed 23andMe data of millions of users, company says
23andMe launched an investigation in October after a hacker claimed to have access to users' personal information.
Could you get "carhacked"? The growing risk of keyless vehicle thefts
A new generation of high-tech thieves are attacking vulnerable vehicle computer systems to steal cars in seconds.
Cyberattack impacts U.S. federal agencies, NATO allies
Victims include Johns Hopkins University, the University of Georgia, the BBC and British Airways.
Tech fears you shouldn't worry about
Many people have privacy concerns about using public Wi-Fi, scanning QR codes and more. Shira Ovide, the writer of The Tech Friend newsletter at The Washington Post, joins CBS News to discuss some tech fears that aren't worth worrying about.
Card-skimming scams target new victims
CBS News consumer correspondent Ash-Har Quraishi explains how card skimmers are evolving — and hitting some low-income Americans hardest.
Jim Himes on Pentagon documents leak
CBS News's Catherine Herridge spoke with Rep. Jim Himes of Connecticut — a ranking member on the House Intelligence Committee — about the leaked Pentagon documents.
Montana becomes first state to pass bill completely banning TikTok
The ban would be more sweeping than the ones in place in nearly half the states and the federal government, which prohibit TikTok on government devices.
Why TikTok faces bans in the U.S.
Every month about 150 million Americans use the social media app developed in China, and that has security experts and lawmakers worried, because of how user data might be accessed by the Chinese Communist Party.
With Congress closer to banning TikTok, app's future is murky
The future of the popular mobile app, used by 150 million Americans, has never been more uncertain. Here's what to know.
Scammers are using AI voice cloning tools to dupe victims
One expert said he doesn't even answer unknown callers anymore and uses a code word with family members.
Biden admin mulling TikTok ban if Chinese parent company doesn't divest
"If protecting national security is the objective, divestment doesn't solve the problem," a TikTok spokesperson told CBS News in a statement.
Democrats come around on TikTok ban, reflecting willingness to challenge China
The growing number of Democrats backing a ban on the massively popular video app reflects an increased willingness to confront Beijing, experts say.
Don't make these 3 common password mistakes, experts say
When it comes to keeping your online accounts safe, simplicity isn't key. Here are three password mistakes you're making.
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Palantir's Sankar defends military use of AI
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
How AI responded when researchers posed as terrorists seeking help
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Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
OpenAI defends firing AI safety researchers over "breach of trust"
Anthropic has a message for Claude users: Don't be cruel
