Crimes

Hackers Hijack Kano Hisbah’s Facebook Page, Post Nudes, Other Explicit Content

Hackers have taken control of the official Facebook page of the Kano State Hisbah Board, posting inappropriate and explicit media. The breach, which occurred on Wednesday, has sparked widespread outrage from the public. The Commander General of the Hisbah Board, Sheikh Aminu Daurawa, confirmed the incident on Friday, assuring the public that the board is […]

Crimes

GTBank Confirms Hacking Attempt, Reassures Customers of Website Security

Guaranty Trust Bank Plc (GTBank) has confirmed that it experienced an isolated hacking attempt aimed at compromising its website domain on Wednesday. The bank, however, assured its customers and the general public that the attempt was unsuccessful, and the security of its website remains intact. In a statement released on Thursday, GTBank emphasized that there […]

News

FG Alerts Nigerians to Malware Targeting Android Users’ Banking Details

The Nigeria Computer Emergency Response Team (ngCERT) under the Office of the National Security Adviser has warned Nigerians using Android devices about a malware called Anatsa banking trojan. This malware targets banking apps and steals financial information from users. The advisory from ngCERT highlights increasing reports of cyber threats to bank customers, prompting this warning. […]

Crimes

Hackers Can Unlock, Steal Your Vehicles, NCC Alerts Nigerians

The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) wishes to alert telecom consumers and members of the public on an ongoing cyber-vulnerability that allows a nearby hacker to unlock vehicles, start their engines wirelessly and make away with the cars. The fact that car remotes are categorized short range devices that make use of radio frequency (RF) to […]