It's called "spell-jacking": Both browsers have spell-check features that send data to Microsoft and Google when users fill out forms for websites or Web services.
| | | LATEST SECURITY NEWS & COMMENTARY | | Spell-Checking in Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge Browsers Leaks Passwords It's called "spell-jacking": Both browsers have spell-check features that send data to Microsoft and Google when users fill out forms for websites or Web services. ChromeLoader Malware Evolves into Prevalent, More Dangerous Cyber Threat Microsoft and VMware are warning that the malware, which first surfaced as a browser-hijacking credential stealer, is now being used to drop ransomware, steal data, and crash systems at enterprises. Beware of Phish: American Airlines, Revolut Data Breaches Expose Customer Info The airline and the fintech giant both fell to successful phishing attacks against employees. How to Dodge New Ransomware Tactics The evolving tactics increase the threat of ransomware operators, but there are steps organizations can take to protect themselves. Water Sector Will Benefit From Call for Cyber Hardening of Critical Infrastructure A call for federal agency "review and assessment" of cyber-safety plans at water treatment plants should better protect customers and move the industry forward. 2-Step Email Attack Uses Powtoon Video to Execute Payload The attack uses hijacked Egress branding and the legit Powtoon video platform to steal user credentials. Survey Shows CISOs Losing Confidence in Ability to Stop Ransomware Attacks Despite an 86% surge in budget resources to defend against ransomware, 90% of orgs were impacted by attacks last year, a survey reveals. MORE NEWS / MORE COMMENTARY | | |
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