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Discord just got the privacy feature it probably should have had for years, introducing end-to-end encryption for very…
Discord has implemented end-to-end encryption for all voice and video calls, a feature it had been experimenting with since 2023. The company developed its own open-source encryption protocol called DAVE, which was rolled out across desktop, mobile, browser, and console platforms by March 2026. This move enhances user privacy following past concerns about data breaches and proposed age verification measures.
Teaching software company strikes a deal with hackers to get customer data back, defying FBI guidance
Education technology company Instructure has reached an agreement with the hacker group ShinyHunters, who exfiltrated hundreds of gigabytes of data from its Canvas learning management system. The stolen data, potentially exposing the names, email addresses, and private messages of about 280 million users, has reportedly been returned and confirmed as destroyed. This action defies FBI guidance that advises against paying ransoms to cybercriminals.
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The company Canvas reported that data stolen in a hack affecting thousands of schools has been returned. Separately, Google discovered the first AI-developed zero-day exploit that bypasses two-factor authentication, utilizing self-morphing malware and Gemini technology.
Rockstar ransom hackers claim to have stolen the data of 280 million teachers, school staff, and students in Canvas…
Instructure, the company behind the Canvas learning management system, has experienced a significant data breach. The ransomware group ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility, alleging the theft of data belonging to 280 million teachers, school staff, and students, including names, email addresses, and private messages. The group had previously targeted Rockstar Games and Nvidia.
Instructure hackers claim they stole data from nearly 9,000 schools
Instructure, the company behind the Canvas learning management system, has been targeted by hackers who claim to have stolen data from nearly 9,000 schools. The attackers also locked students out of Canvas and set a negotiation deadline of May 12.
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The same group that previously attempted to ransom Rockstar Games over Grand Theft Auto 6 has reportedly breached user data from Armenian GeForce Now servers. This incident follows the earlier high-profile leak concerning Grand Theft Auto 6.
The same group that tried to ransom Rockstar over GTA 6 says it has breached user data from Armenian GeForce Now servers
The hacking group ShinyHunters claims to have breached Nvidia's GeForce Now servers, potentially exposing millions of user records including names, emails, and dates of birth. Nvidia stated that the issue was limited to systems operated by a third-party partner in Armenia and that impacted users would be notified. ShinyHunters is the same group that previously attempted to ransom Rockstar Games over data stolen from Grand Theft Auto 6.
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ADT, America's largest home security brand, has confirmed a data breach linked to the ShinyHunters group. Separately, a crime crew is impersonating a help desk and abusing Microsoft Teams chats. These incidents highlight ongoing cybersecurity threats.
France's national agency for managing IDs and passports suffered a data breach last week
France Titres, the French agency responsible for national IDs and passports, confirmed a data breach detected on April 15. A hacker claimed responsibility and is attempting to sell up to 19 million records, including names, emails, dates of birth, and phone numbers. While direct portal access was not compromised, the exposed data could be used for phishing attacks.
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France's national identity agency is investigating a reported data breach affecting approximately 19 million records. The incident raises concerns about the security of sensitive personal information held by the agency.
15 years ago today, the PlayStation Network went offline and didn’t come back for over 3 weeks
Fifteen years ago today, on April 20, 2011, Sony's PlayStation Network (PSN) was taken offline due to a significant data breach affecting over 77 million accounts. The outage lasted for 24 days, preventing online play for games like Mortal Kombat 9 and Call of Duty. Sony eventually offered compensation, including free games and PlayStation Plus subscriptions, and later stated there was no confirmed misuse of compromised personal or financial information.
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Pokémon Champions on Nintendo Switch does not require a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to play online battles, though optional paid memberships offer extra features. Separately, Overwatch's Switch version is awaiting a 60 FPS fix, director Zach Cregger is working on a new sci-fi film, and Marty O’Donnell has received a surprising political endorsement. Additionally, Star Trek: Resurgence is being delisted, Elden Ring movie casting rumors are circulating, and Grand Theft Auto Online's financial leaks surprisingly boosted Take-Two's stock. PlayStation 5 sales have surged in the US, Horizon Zero Dawn is reportedly coming to PlayStation Plus Extra, and classic Warhammer games are now on Steam. Finally, giving away Graveyard Keeper for free led to significant DLC sales, and the unique game Mouse: PI For Hire is gaining attention.
Leaked GTA Online revenue data boosts publisher Take-Two's stock
Leaked revenue data for Grand Theft Auto Online, showing daily earnings of approximately $1.3 million, has positively impacted Take-Two Interactive's stock value. Despite a security breach by hacker group ShinyHunters, the publisher's stock saw a significant increase. The article also touches on Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick's comments regarding AI and the company's decision to lay off its AI team.
An Update On GTA 6 Developer Rockstar Games Being Hacked | Console Creatures
Rockstar Games has confirmed a limited data breach affecting non-material company information, with no impact on the organization or its players. The hacking group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility, alleging access to Rockstar's Snowflake cloud servers and demanding a ransom. This incident follows a previous hack in 2022 that leaked early gameplay footage.
Grand Theft Auto Online Generates $1.3 Million Daily for Rockstar – Rumor
A data breach attributed to the hacking group ShinyHunters has revealed financial details for Rockstar Games' online titles. Grand Theft Auto Online reportedly generated approximately $1.3 million daily, while Red Dead Online brought in around $507,000 weekly. The leaked data also details platform revenue, with PlayStation 5 being the most profitable platform for Grand Theft Auto Online.
Rockstar hackers release their stolen data, reveal that Rockstar was right to not pay them anything for it
Hackers known as ShinyHunters have released data stolen from Rockstar Games, which includes sales and financial information primarily related to Grand Theft Auto Online. The leaked data indicates that PlayStation 5 is the dominant platform for the game, with PC lagging significantly behind. The hackers' ransom deadline passed without payment, and the released data does not contain significant new information about Grand Theft Auto 6.
Rockstar Games confirms company breach & hackers threaten to release GTA 6 data
Rockstar Games has confirmed a data breach following threats from a hacker group to release stolen Grand Theft Auto 6 information online. The company stated that the incident will not impact its operations or players.
GTA Online Is Bringing In Around Half A Billion Dollars Per Year
Leaked data suggests Grand Theft Auto Online generates approximately $498.8 million annually, significantly outperforming Red Dead Online's $26.4 million yearly revenue. The PlayStation 5 leads in player engagement and spending, followed by PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC. The data emerged following a security incident where Rockstar Games experienced a data breach.
ShinyHunters leaks Rockstar financial data, but GTA 6 appears untouched
Hackers known as ShinyHunters have leaked financial data from Rockstar Games, including details on Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Online revenue. While the breach exposed company information and financial metrics, it reportedly did not include source code or assets for the upcoming Grand Theft Auto 6. Rockstar Games confirmed a limited amount of non-material company information was accessed but stated it has no impact on the organization or its players.
Grand Theft Auto Online and Red Dead Online affected by data breach, ‘limited’ info stolen
Rockstar Games has confirmed a data breach where hackers accessed a limited amount of non-material company information from its servers. The hacker group ShinyHunters claimed to have stolen customer data, including financial information and player spending habits, and threatened to release it if a ransom was not paid.