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Chibueze Iwuala is a highly experienced information technology professional with a diverse educational background and a wealth of certifications. With a B.Tech and MSc in Information Technology, Chibueze has established a strong foundation in both theory and practical application. His dedication to excellence is evident through his acquisition of industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Certified IT Operation Specialist, Google Cybersecurity professional certification, ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity and a Blockchain Security certificate from Udemy. Additionally, Chibueze has authored five books and co-authored three, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing knowledge in the field. These certifications and achievements underscore his commitment to remaining updated with the latest advancements and best practices in information technology and cybersecurity.

Chinese Threat Actors Target Europe in SmugX Campaign

Malicious campaigns by Chinese threat actors have been observed targeting European government agencies, particularly foreign and domestic policy organizations. Dubbed “SmugX” and discovered by Check Point Research (CPR), the campaign uses HTML smuggling, a technique of hiding malicious payloads within…

USPTO’s API Flaw Leads to Years-Long Data Leak

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) recently disclosed a data security incident involving address information in certain trademark applications from February 2020 to March 2023. According to the information provided, information security, About 61,000 addresses were affected, representing…

International Police Operation Dismantles Phone Scam Network

A multinational police investigation has arrested dozens of suspects, including alleged bosses of an organized crime operation that targeted elderly victims with fraudulent phone calls, Europol said. The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) arrested a person believed to be responsible…

CISA Flags 8 Actively Exploited Flaws in Samsung and D-Link Devices

July 3, 2023Ravi LakshmananMobile Security / Network Security The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added eight flaw sets to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog based on evidence of active exploitation. This includes six flaws affecting Samsung…

TSMC Targeted by LockBit via Supplier Breach

Taiwanese chip giant TSMC was present on June 29, 2023 on the leaked dark website of notorious ransomware group LockBit, possibly due to a supply chain attack. The resulting ransom of $70 million is the fourth largest ransomware in history.…

Croydon Council Hit With Enforcement Notice For FOI Fail

Regulators say the London Borough Council could be charged with contempt of court if it fails to address a critical data compliance issue. The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has issued a scathing reprimand to the Croydon Council for its…