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A hacker group likely sponsored by the Russian government is being blamed for launching attacks against geographic rivals.

The White House endured a cyberattack, and while the threat has been addressed, it's unknown which nation or group is behind the attack.

It only took a year of significant data breaches, but it appears Americans are finally aware of hackers compromising users.

Hacker involved in multi-million-dollar fraud ring sentenced to 21 months in prison.

When out Christmas shopping, American consumers are recommended to use credit cards instead of debit cards while in your favorite store.

A federal judge in Atlanta sentenced a hacker to 11 years in prison for his role in stealing $9.4 million.

Staples is the latest U.S. company hit by a data breach, with customers in the Northeast targeted, according to reports.

Security experts warn that free and open source software, which remains under attack by cybercriminals, has shaken confidence in a popular software segment.

There are believed to be around 100 cybercriminal kingpins in the world, with many of them in Russian-speaking regions, according to Europol.

Electricity smart meters used in Spain can be hacked, leaving millions of homes at risk, security researchers say.

Home Depot is the latest brick and mortar retailer to suffer a data breach, with customer debit and credit card information stolen.

Hacker responsible for posting stolen photos of celebrities online is now being hunted by the FBI.

The NOAA is taking far too long to resolve minor security vulnerabilities, neglecting to update software and install new security patches.

The "Machete" malware largely found victims in South America, though also compromised users in the U.S. and throughout Europe.

Universities understand the importance of keeping data safe, but are struggling to keep employee and student information secure from hackers.

Pro-Syrian hackers are compromising Internet users in numerous countries, with remote access tools (RATs) and other malware attacks aimed at users.

The French news outlet Rue89 has undergone multiple cyberattacks by an Israeli-based hacker, according to media reports.

Researchers have revealed a snooping technique that uses a smartphone's gyroscope to somewhat accurately snoop on users.

Cybercriminals can easily steal bulk data and quickly sell it online before moving onto the next target, it was recently confirmed at DefCon.

Consumers need to be more aware of online threats, with criminals largely able to compromise victims, stealing their personal data and causing mayhem.

There has been an uptick in cyberattacks within Iraq, as groups fighting for control of the country try to steal data from one another.

The FBI can't wait to get their hands-on a Chinese citizen and permanent resident of Canada, accusing Su Bin of hacking Lockheed Martin and Boeing.

Responding to attacks from the militant ISIS faction on Iraqi oil infrastructure, a possibly state-affiliated Chinese hacking outfit is targeting US groups.

Dailymotion compromised with cybercriminals able to install malware victimize users - but everything seems to be back to normal again.

Microsoft has a legal civil suit against two individuals and a company, in an effort to clamp down on malware that hit millions of Internet users worldwide.

A 20-year-old college student faces multiple felony charges after hacking fellow classmates at Pasco-Hernando State College.

Updated malware designed to compromise users and steal bitcoins, as users find it difficult to keep their digital currency safe online.

Companies should be more transparent about data breaches, and trying to bury security incidents might lead to serious repercussions.

A new Trend Micro study found the United States accounted for 23 percent of online bank malware attacks during Q1 2014, as threat levels rise higher.

Medical companies are under cyberattack, and it's difficult to try to keep employee records, medical patient information, and other data secure.

A school in the United States has decided to pull out of a reading programme rather than give its students access to.

Popular restaurant P.F. Chang's reportedly suffered a data breach in which debit and credit card information was stolen.

The Anonymous hacker collective plans to attack World Cup sponsors, in response to the Brazilian government's out of control spending and ethics.

Hackers are targeting road signs, and the U.S. government is warning highway operators of the possible threat.

Cybercriminals and scammers are improving their skills as they try to compromise companies with sophisticated phishing abilities.

Half of U.S. adults have been affected by a data breach in the past year alone, with companies unsure how to fend off numerous attacks.

The Swedish owner and operator of BlackShades pleaded not guilty and faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

There is a growing urgency to try and defend against data breaches, with significant media attention and focus by cybersecurity experts.

Cybersecurity is important, but decision makers don't invest as much as they should, due to no direct link to increased profit or revenue, experts say.

University of California, Irvine students could be at risk with malware found on a computer in the student health center.

CEOs and other C-level executives must be diligent to improve cybersecurity efforts, in an effort to keep employee and customer data secure.

Symantec introduces its Norton Small Business software, aimed at helping SMBs keep PCs and mobile devices secure from evolving cybersecurity threats.

Website visitors run the risk of being infected, even if they don't click on anything, due to vulnerable ad networks that aren't stepping up security.

Microsoft releases its latest Security Intelligence Report (SIR), outlining current PC threats that face Microsoft Windows PCs and devices.

The No. 1 MMA promotion, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has filed a $32 million in damages.

The Boston Children's Hospital confirms it recently was attacked by cybercriminals, though no patient information was taken in the attempted breach.

Two men with ties to the Ukraine and other parts of Eastern Europe face up to 25 years in federal prison for their role in wire fraud and theft.

The US Department of Defense is trying to figure out how to greatly increase Cyber Command staffing levels over the next few years.

Want to cheat or hack in Titanfall to get an edge on the competition? You might want to think twice as the game is forcing cheaters to play together.

The BlackOS software isn't cheap but provides cybercriminals with a great tool to compromise Web users.