Pornhub data breach hits 200 million premium users
Hackers accessed the search history and viewing data of Pornhub's premium members. The breach, linked to ShinyHunters, involves over 200 million records. Read the full details.
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India Mandates Government App on All New Smartphones
India's telecom ministry mandates pre-installation of the 'Sanchar Saathi' cybersecurity app on all new smartphones, raising significant privacy concerns. Read more about the implications for users and manufacturers.
MPs probe leak of 19,000 Afghans' personal data
MPs are investigating the government's handling of a catastrophic data leak that exposed nearly 19,000 Afghans seeking UK refuge. Read the full investigation into this security failure.
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT user data exposed in breach
OpenAI reveals ChatGPT user data compromised in third-party security breach. Names, emails, and location data exposed. No chat content or passwords affected. Stay informed about your data security.
AT&T Data Breach: Claim $7,500 by Dec 18
AT&T customers affected by two major data breaches can claim up to $7,500. The deadline for filing has been extended to 18 December 2025. Act now to secure your compensation.
Security breach at Meghan Markle's Toronto home
A man has been arrested after attempting to break into the former Toronto residence of Meghan Markle, raising serious security concerns for the Sussexes and highlighting ongoing privacy challenges.
Foreign hackers breach US Congress budget office
The Congressional Budget Office confirms sophisticated cyberattack by foreign actors, raising alarms about government data security and potential intelligence gathering operations.
MaineHealth Data Breach Exposes Patient Death Notices
A major security failure at MaineHealth has left sensitive death notices publicly accessible for months, raising serious concerns about patient privacy and data protection protocols in the US healthcare system.
HMRC child benefit privacy breach scandal exposed
Tax authorities face legal crisis as experts reveal HMRC likely violated privacy laws by unlawfully collecting personal data to halt child benefit payments to thousands of families.
Landlord caught snooping in tenant's wardrobe and drawers
A UK landlord faces severe backlash after being discovered rifling through a tenant's personal belongings, including underwear drawers, raising serious concerns about tenant rights and privacy violations in rental properties.
US tracked British journalist's travel movements secretly
Exclusive investigation reveals US Department of Homeland Security monitored journalist's flights across multiple countries in potential privacy breach
NYC couple sues NYPD over bedroom body camera footage
A young New York City couple is taking legal action against the NYPD after police officers' body cameras captured intimate footage of their bedroom during a wellness check, raising serious questions about privacy rights and police protocol.
Facebook private messages subpoenaed in NC murder case
Court records reveal Facebook provided private messages from a North Carolina murder investigation, raising serious questions about digital privacy and law enforcement access to personal data.
Marriott Hit by Major Data Breach - 20GB Stolen
Exclusive investigation reveals how cybercriminals infiltrated Marriott's systems, stealing 20GB of confidential data including credit card details and internal documents in a major security breach affecting the hospitality industry.
Council worker spied on sick colleague using doorbell camera
A Westminster City Council employee has been suspended after allegedly using a neighbour's Ring doorbell to monitor a colleague on sick leave, raising serious questions about workplace surveillance and privacy rights.
New Orleans Court Data Breach Exposes Millions of Records
A massive data breach in New Orleans has exposed millions of court documents, revealing sensitive personal information and raising serious privacy concerns across Louisiana and beyond.
NHS nurse demands answers over data breach
A senior NHS nurse is demanding answers after discovering her private information was allegedly shared between health service chiefs and Scottish Government ministers without her consent, sparking a major privacy controversy.
LNER data breach: Passenger information stolen in cyber attack
London North Eastern Railway confirms massive cybersecurity breach affecting customer data including email addresses and partial payment details. Investigation underway as passengers warned to remain vigilant.
Inside The Independent's VPN Testing Methodology
Discover the meticulous methodology behind The Independent's VPN testing process - from speed analysis to security protocols and real-world performance assessments.
Australian Leaders' Private Numbers Exposed in US Databases
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition figures Sussan Ley and Scott Morrison had their personal mobile numbers circulating in American marketing databases, raising serious security concerns.
Australian PM's mobile number leaked in security breach
Anthony Albanese's personal mobile number was publicly revealed during a press conference, raising serious questions about privacy protocols and national security safeguards for world leaders.
Discord Data Breach Exposes Billions of Messages
Popular messaging platform Discord faces scrutiny after a massive data leak exposes billions of user messages through third-party service vulnerability. UK users advised to review security settings.
Discord Data Breach: Millions of Users' Info Stolen
Popular communication platform Discord faces a massive security crisis as hackers steal 4.7 million users' private data including email addresses and credentials in sophisticated cyber raid.
Discord age verification hack exposes user IDs
Sensitive identity documents including passports and driving licences from thousands of Discord users have been compromised after a cybersecurity breach at an age verification provider.
Discord age verification exposes millions of ID documents
A catastrophic security failure at Discord has exposed sensitive government-issued ID documents submitted for age verification, putting millions of users at risk of identity theft and fraud.
University email blunder exposes staff data
Western Sydney University faces scrutiny after accidentally exposing staff email addresses in a mass communication error, prompting urgent investigation and privacy concerns.
Sydney Uber driver charged over hidden camera in car
A Sydney Uber driver has been charged after police discovered a hidden camera secretly recording passengers in his vehicle. The disturbing find has raised serious safety concerns for ride-sharing users across Australia.
Prince Harry wins phone hacking case against Mirror Group
Duke of Sussex awarded £140,600 in damages after High Court ruling finds Mirror Group engaged in 'widespread and habitual' illegal information gathering
Doctor filmed patients with hidden bathroom camera
A Pennsylvania doctor faces serious charges after being filmed secretly recording patients in his practice's bathroom. Dr Justin Rutherford's alleged hidden camera operation uncovered during routine maintenance.
PSNI Data Breach Exposes Entire Northern Ireland Police Force
A catastrophic data breach by the Police Service of Northern Ireland has revealed the identities of all 10,000 officers and staff, raising severe safety concerns and prompting an urgent investigation.
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