BOCA RATON, FL - ADT Inc. has confirmed a data breach involving unauthorized access to portions of its systems, raising concerns about the exposure of customer information tied to residential and commercial security services. The company disclosed that the incident was linked to compromised credentials, allowing an external party to access certain internal or third-party systems. While ADT has stated that its core monitoring services remain fully operational, the breach … [Read more...]
New Report Shows Where Americans Are Most Likely to Be Hacked; Nevada #1 State
PALM, BEACH, FL - A new nationwide analysis of cybercrime data is shedding light on where Americans face the highest risk of being hacked, revealing sharp differences between states and raising broader questions about data protection, consumer exposure, and the growing cost of digital fraud. According to a 2026 report by IP address provider Floxy, residents in certain states are significantly more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, with identity theft, phishing scams, … [Read more...]
Inside the 2026 Global Domain Report: The Big Shift Most People Will Likely Miss
PALM BEACH, FL - The latest Global Domain Report, published by InterNetX in collaboration with Sedo, is over 100 pages long and packed with charts, data, and industry commentary. It is one of the most thorough and in-depth industry reports I have read in years - if not ever. Most people will likely just skim through it, so here is the nitty-gritty. The real takeaways. What this report is actually telling us about where the domain industry is headed - and more importantly, … [Read more...]
Phishing Has Evolved – The Scam Isn’t the Fake Email, It’s the Real Phone Call
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Phishing isn’t new. Spam isn’t new. Most of it is easy to spot and easier to ignore. What is new is how it’s being delivered. Recently, I experienced a more coordinated scam than usual - one that didn’t begin with an email at all. It began with a phone call - and that distinction matters more than most people realize. The first contact was an automated call referencing suspicious activity on my account. It mentioned a login attempt in Carson City, … [Read more...]
Typo Domains Now Outnumber Defensive Registrations for Many Major Brands
PALM BEACH, FL - The scale of domain name abuse targeting the world’s most recognizable brands has reached a new threshold, according to a January 2026 analysis examining typo and lookalike domain registrations across the internet’s most visited websites. Research released by Decodo, a web data infrastructure and proxy services provider that studies large-scale online activity and domain abuse trends, shows that more than 28,000 deceptive domain variations tied to just 20 … [Read more...]
Report: ID Verification Service for Auto Dealers Breach Exposed Millions of Records
SOUTHFIELD, MI - A newly surfaced dark-web listing claims that 700Credit, a provider of credit-reporting and identity-verification services for auto dealers, suffered a substantial data breach in late October 2025 - potentially exposing more than eight million customer records. What the Listing Claims According to the listing, the compromised database includes highly sensitive consumer information commonly handled by credit-reporting services - full names, Social … [Read more...]
Microsoft Warns Advertisers of New OAuth Consent Phishing Threat Targeting Users
REDMOND, WA - Microsoft has issued a new security alert to users of its Microsoft Advertising platform, warning of a wave of OAuth consent phishing attacks - a sophisticated form of credential theft designed to look completely legitimate. In its notice, Microsoft explained that malicious actors are sending out fake login or permission prompts that appear identical to the company’s official consent screens. Once a user clicks “Accept”, the attacker gains access to sensitive … [Read more...]
October: National Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Is Your Business Truly Protected?
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - Every October, businesses across the country are reminded of a simple but critical truth: cybersecurity is no longer optional. As cybercriminals refine their tactics, small and medium-sized businesses have increasingly become their top targets. Phishing emails, ransomware, and malware aren’t just problems for Fortune 500 companies - they’re threats to any business with valuable data and daily digital operations. This year’s National Cybersecurity … [Read more...]
Massive “Combo List 93M” Surfaces on Dark Web, Exposing Millions of Emails
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - A newly circulated credential database called Combo List 93M has emerged on underground forums, raising concerns for millions of email account holders. The massive compilation - reportedly containing over 93 million records - is being distributed within cybercriminal communities for use in credential-stuffing and phishing campaigns. What Is Combo List 93M? Unlike a traditional “data breach” tied to a single company, Combo List 93M appears to be an … [Read more...]
Aflac Hit by Sophisticated Cyberattack: What Victims, Businesses Need to Know
COLUMBUS, GA - Aflac Incorporated, a leading supplemental insurance provider, disclosed that its U.S. systems suffered a cyberattack on June 12, 2025, potentially exposing sensitive customer data. The breach was quickly contained, but it may have compromised claims information, health records, Social Security numbers, and other personal identifiers. What We Know So Far Potential Data Exposure Aflac’s Response Broader Industry Implications What Affected … [Read more...]
Record-Breaking Data Leak Exposes 16 Billion Credentials Including Session Tokens
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - A massive trove of approximately 16 billion username-password combinations—along with session tokens and cookies - has surfaced on unsecured servers, cybersecurity researchers confirmed. The cache appears to be an aggregate of around 30 previously known data sets, sourced from malware-based credential thefts and older breaches, rather than a fresh, single-source attack. Security analysts emphasize the sheer volume of data makes it impossible to … [Read more...]
Records From 2024 AT&T Data Breach Are Once Again For Sale On The Dark Web
PALM BEACH, FL - A massive trove of nearly 90 million AT&T customer records, including Social Security numbers and other sensitive information, has resurfaced for sale on the dark web, reigniting concerns over personal data security. The data were first posted to a Russian-language cybercrime forum on May 15 and reappeared on June 3, with cybersecurity researchers confirming these are decrypted records - mostly repackaged from previous breaches. AT&T indicates … [Read more...]
Global Domain Name Industry Poised for Growth: Insights from Data Industry Leaders
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - The domain name industry is experiencing significant growth, with projections indicating a continued upward trajectory. According to the recently released Domain Names – Global Strategic Business Report 2025 by ResearchAndMarkets.com, the global market for domain names was estimated at 378.6 million registered domains in 2024 and is projected to reach 459.9 million by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.3% . Regional Growth and … [Read more...]
Massive Data Breach Exposes 184 Million Login Credentials from Major Tech Platforms
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - A significant data breach has compromised over 184 million login credentials, affecting users of major platforms including Google, Apple, Meta (Facebook, Instagram), Microsoft, Snapchat, and others. The exposed information includes email addresses, usernames, plaintext passwords, and login URLs, posing a substantial risk of identity theft and unauthorized account access. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered the unprotected database, … [Read more...]
The End of an Era: Whois Lookup Service Fades Into History, Replaced by RDAP
WEST PALM BEACH, FL - In a significant shift for the internet's infrastructure, the decades-old Whois system is being phased out, making way for its modern successor: the Registration Data Access Protocol (RDAP). This transition marks the end of an era for one of the internet's most recognizable tools and ushers in a new chapter in how domain registration data is accessed and managed. For years, Whois has been the go-to resource for querying domain name registration … [Read more...]