A ransomware attack on online fundraising software provider Blackbaud’s electronic files has affected thousands of nonprofits around the country.
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Attorney General Barr suggests big tech should be accountable for harmful content
He says it may be time for significant changes to a key part of federal law that shields the companies from liability for their users’ posts.
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Leaked report shows United Nations suffered hack
An internal confidential document from the United Nations says that dozens of servers were “compromised” at its offices in Geneva and Vienna.
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Russian hackers attacked Burisma in midst of impeachment inquiry
The email accounts of Burisma employees were accessed, but it’s unclear how that was used or what material may have been gained, according to the report released Monday.
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Is revenge porn protected speech? The Supreme Court may soon decide
Forty-six states and Washington, D.C., have passed revenge porn laws over the past decade.
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Amazon, Microsoft execs call for closer alliance between Pentagon and big tech
Executives from Amazon and Microsoft criticized their Silicon Valley peers for allegedly failing to supply the most advanced technology to the military.
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A friendly reminder from the FBI: Your smart TV could give hackers a way in
Many smart TVs are equipped with cameras and microphones that allow TV makers to track what you’re up to and relay it to advertising partners.
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Mental Health agency says email hackers may have stolen clients’ sensitive data
Sweetser has notified 22,000 current and former clients that their personal and medical information may have been compromised.
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Virus hits Maine government computers, but no data compromised
Computers and servers at several state agencies were affected but services are expected to be restored by Thursday.
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FEC approves free cybersecurity for campaigns despite influence concerns
A nonprofit plans to give free security tools and run cyber bootcamps for campaigns.