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.
Cybersecurity
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.
House Committee on China holds first hearing
Lawmakers are investigating a series of warnings from the Biden administration regarding China. The spy balloon incident, close ties with Russia and TikTok allegations are at the forefront. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBS News Mornings to discuss.
This is where TikTok has been banned around the world
Several countries and territories share U.S. officials' concern that data TikTok controls could end up in the hands of China's government.
"Major" cyber attack compromised U.S. Marshals Service data
The ransomware attack was considered a "major incident" by officials, impacting a "stand-alone" system within the service, an agency spokesperson said.
U.S. concerns about TikTok are "absolutely valid," expert says
TikTok is just "another activity, another opportunity" for China to gain access to people's information and potentially influence the way they think, said CrowdStrike's chief security officer.
TikTok CEO to testify before Congress in March
This will be CEO Shou Zi Chew's first appearance before Congress.
Data stolen from 37 million T-Mobile customers
Wireless carrier T-Mobile said Thursday the data of 37 million customers was stolen by an unidentified intruder in November. William Antonelli, tech consumer reporter for Insider, breaks down what we know so far about the data breach.
TikTok vs. Europe: Could EU data privacy law slay the "data dragon"?
"Europe must finally wake up," one Member of the European Parliament told CBS News. "If TikTok refuses to abide by EU laws, it should be banned."
TikTok faces growing national security concerns
A growing number of states and the U.S. military have banned the Chinese-owned platform on government-issued devices.
Ransomware group targeted dozens of schools in 2022, new report finds
Researchers at Palo Alto Networks found cybercriminals attacked 40 education organizations in 2022, including 15 in the United States.
Airport websites knocked offline in apparent hacking attack
The websites for some major U.S. airports appear to be recovering after being knocked offline by hackers.
Uber dealing with "cybersecurity incident" after hacker appears to breach system
There was no indication that Uber's fleet of vehicles or its operation was in any way affected.
Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
Apple said the vulnerability would allow a hacker to impersonate a device's owner and subsequently run any software in their name.
Experts warn about potential security risks, scams in metaverse
Experts believe where there's money to be made, the criminals won't be far behind and money and personal info are at risk.
Russian-backed hackers got into Ukrainian military officials' Facebook accounts
Facebook's parent company, Meta, says they posted videos urging the Ukrainian army to surrender and filed as many as thousands of false reports against users, mainly in Ukraine and Russia, for policy violations.
"It's coming": President Biden warns of "evolving" Russian cyber threat to U.S.
While there's no evidence of a specific cyberattack threat, Anne Neuberger told reporters Monday afternoon that U.S. officials have observed "preparatory work" linked to nation-state actors.
White House backs bill requiring mandatory cyber reporting to CISA amid Ukraine crisis
The White House supports the Senate bill that requires critical infrastructure to report major cyber incidents, despite push back from the FBI and Department of Justice.
Businesses worried about holiday cyberattacks, and for good reason
Report finds companies that have already experienced ransomware attacks fear they'll fall victim again during the holiday season, and many aren't prepared.
U.S. launches effort to recruit talent to fight cyberattacks
The new system is designed to speed up a notoriously red-taped hiring process.
How to update your Apple devices to correct security flaw
Tech titan releases software patch to address vulnerability that experts say hackers could use to attack iPhones.
Apple says its security flaw was fixed. Cyber analysts warn zero-click threats will persist.
Researchers said an Israeli spyware company used what is known as a "zero-click exploit" to access the phone of an unnamed Saudi activist.
Apple fixes security flaw used to apparently hack an iPhone, other products
The previously unknown vulnerability affected all major Apple devices — iPhones, Macs and Apple Watches, researchers said.
Genesis Market: Where hackers go to purchase stolen identities
Online marketplace makes it easy for hackers to buy stolen personal data and carry out ransomware attacks.
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