Cyber Security Headlines Hundreds of cyber criminals arrested, 23andMe data, Ukraine railway partially taken down
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Mar 25, 2025 Over 300 cyber criminals were arrested in Africa, highlighting a significant crackdown on cyber crime. The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns for millions of DNA records, posing new risks to personal data security. Meanwhile, a cyber attack has partially disrupted Ukraine's state railway, adding to the nation’s ongoing challenges. Additionally, there’s a critical vulnerability discovered in the Next.js framework that demands immediate action from users to secure their systems.
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Operation Red Card Arrests
- Operation Red Card, an international law enforcement effort, resulted in over 300 arrests across seven African countries.
- The operation targeted cybercriminals involved in mobile banking fraud, investment scams, and messaging app fraud, leading to the seizure of assets like vehicles, houses, and electronic devices.
Delete 23andMe Data
- 23andMe's bankruptcy raises concerns about the security of its DNA database.
- Users are urged to delete their data due to the risk of it being sold.
Ukraine Railway Attack
- Ukraine's state railway experienced a cyberattack, disrupting online ticket sales.
- Train schedules remained unaffected as the railway worked with security services to restore systems.