Monthly Archives: May 2014

Apple devices 'hijacked for ransom' in Australia

Several users of Apple devices in Australia have reported that their gadgets have been "hijacked" - with a message demanding money. Experts believed the hack had targeted users by exploiting the Find my iPhone feature. A message appeared on some targeted phones asking for "$100 USD/EUR" to be sent to a PayPal account. Networks advised affected users to...
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Ebay have been hacked!

Ebay have been in the news over the last 2 days after sending the following security announcement dated 21/5/14. VirtualTin would strongly advise that you update your personal passwords and advise all of your customers to do the same. Ebays announcement:Earlier today eBay Inc. announced it is aware of unauthorised access to eBay systems that may have exposed some customer...
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