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Hacking

NUS among Singapore institutions named in global data breach list

The attack blocked access to the Canvas learning platform.
The attack blocked access to the Canvas learning platform.

Hackers block access to platform used by thousands of US schools

The attack, claimed by ShinyHunters, a well-known cyber extortion group active since at least 2019, saw access to the Canvas learning platform blocked.
The attack, claimed by ShinyHunters, a well-known cyber extortion group active since at least 2019, saw access to the Canvas learning platform blocked.

Chinese hackers vulnerable to US arrest if they travel, FBI official says

FILE PHOTO: A hooded man holds a laptop computer as cyber code is projected on him in this illustration picture taken on May 13, 2017. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/Illustration/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: A hooded man holds a laptop computer as cyber code is projected on him in this illustration picture taken on May 13, 2017. REUTERS/Kacper Pempel/Illustration/File Photo

Hackers invited to break into security robots, EV chargers, at DEF CON Singapore

Participants at the second day of the inaugural DEF CON Singapore at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre on April 29.
Participants at the second day of the inaugural DEF CON Singapore at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre on April 29.

Cybersecurity incident at contractor building JRL stations and NEWater factory

Choa Chu Kang station in the Jurong Region Line is one of the projects that Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co (Singapore) is responsible for.
Choa Chu Kang station in the Jurong Region Line is one of the projects that Shanghai Tunnel Engineering Co (Singapore) is responsible for.

Data of 100,000 leaked from golf club; North Korean hackers suspected

The number of hackers operating under North Korean authorities was estimated at 8,400 as at 2024.
The number of hackers operating under North Korean authorities was estimated at 8,400 as at 2024.

Italy extradites suspected Chinese hacker wanted by US authorities, says source

The suspected hacker was arrested in Milan, Italy, at the request of US authorities, who have accused him of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
The suspected hacker was arrested in Milan, Italy, at the request of US authorities, who have accused him of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.

Hackers steal $3.2 million from Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry

The money was destined as debt repayment to Australia, Sri Lankan Finance Ministry Secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma told reporters.
The money was destined as debt repayment to Australia, Sri Lankan Finance Ministry Secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma told reporters.

China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyberagencies warn

Global agencies warn China-linked hackers use covert device networks to hide attacks, urging stronger cyber defences.
Global agencies warn China-linked hackers use covert device networks to hide attacks, urging stronger cyber defences.

South Korea fines matchmaking agency over leak of sensitive user data

Duo says on its website its services have led to more than 53,000 weddings and seven couples tying the knot on average every day.
Duo says on its website its services have led to more than 53,000 weddings and seven couples tying the knot on average every day.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.