Cyber Security Headlines Japan finance hacks, Pearson suffers cyberattack, Teams blocks screen captures
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May 12, 2025 Hackers orchestrated a massive financial heist in Japan, manipulating billions through hijacked accounts. Education giant Pearson experienced a cyberattack that exposed sensitive customer data. Meanwhile, Microsoft Teams is taking proactive measures by blocking screen captures during meetings to bolster security. These incidents show the ongoing battle against cyber threats and the need for enhanced protective measures in both finance and technology.
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Japan Trading Account Hacks
- Hackers exploited stolen Japanese financial login credentials to conduct unauthorized trades worth almost $2 billion.
- They inflated prices of smaller stocks to profit from artificially raised values.
Pearson Data Breach Detail
- Pearson's cyberattack mainly affected legacy customer data, excluding employee information.
- This shows attackers sometimes focus on older stored data rather than active employee records.
Teams Screen Capture Blocking
- Microsoft Teams will block screen captures of meetings to protect sensitive information starting July 2025.
- Users on unsupported platforms will be limited to audio-only to safeguard content.