As we mark another Internet Safety Month, it’s time to refocus our attention on the digital universe that has become an inseparable part of our lives. Whether you’re a seasoned netizen or a digital novice, maintaining robust internet safety is paramount.

Bluefield University recently fell victim to a ransomware attack perpetrated by the AvosLocker gang, resulting in the hijacking of the institution’s emergency alert system.

Italy has officially lifted its ban on ChatGPT, the popular AI language model developed by OpenAI, after addressing concerns regarding privacy and data protection.

Kodi, the popular media player software, has recently confirmed a data breach that has impacted around 400,000 users. The breach exposed users’ personal information such as usernames, email addresses, and passwords, as well as their private messages.

A fake ChatGPT extension named “Quick access to ChatGPT” has been found to hijack Facebook business accounts. The extension injects malicious code into the Facebook pages of targeted businesses, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized access to the accounts and take over their management functions. This has led to multiple businesses reporting similar incidents of unauthorized access.