Cyber Security Headlines Cybersecurity News: Brute forcing Google accounts, Guardian's Secure Messaging, UNFI cyberattack
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Jun 10, 2025 The discussion kicks off with vulnerabilities in Google's account recovery process, revealing alarming brute-force tactics. The Guardian launches a new secure messaging service, aiming to enhance safe communications. A significant cyberattack crippled United Natural Foods, underscoring threats to the food distribution sector. The rise of innovative cyber threats is explored, including Pathwiper malware targeting Ukrainian infrastructure and unique ransomware tactics against Russian firms. Plus, the challenges of striking a balance in security technology are highlighted with Cloudflare's new tools.
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Google Account Recovery Flaw
- A security flaw allowed brute forcing phone numbers linked to Google accounts via the recovery process.
- Google disabled the vulnerable username recovery form after the flaw was disclosed.
The Guardian's Secure Messaging
- The Guardian's secure messaging service uses a public app to disguise secure communication.
- It provides plausible deniability by making the app behave identically whether used for secure messaging or news.
United Natural Foods Cyberattack
- United Natural Foods took proactive measures by taking some systems offline during a cyberattack to limit damage.
- The attack disrupted orders and caused some worker shifts to be canceled, with no ransomware claim yet.