Bijay Pokharel
Bijay Pokharel is the creator and owner of Abijita.com. He is a freelance technology writer focusing on all things pertaining to Cyber Security. The topics he writes about include malware, vulnerabilities, exploits, internet defense, women's safety and privacy, as well as research and innovation in information security. He is a tech enthusiast, keen learner, rational and cool person in his professional activities and challenges.
Volkswagen Software Firm Exposes Data of 800,000 EVs, Including Precise Locations
Volkswagen's software subsidiary, Cariad, unintentionally exposed sensitive data from approximately 800,000 electric vehicles, compromising customer information such as names and detailed location data.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 29, 2024
2 min read
Squid Game Season 2: Fans Share Mixed Reviews on the Much-Awaited Sequel
While some fans applaud the series for maintaining its intensity and thought-provoking themes, others feel it falls short of the sky-high expectations set by the first season.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 28, 2024
2 min read
Cyberhaven Chrome Extension Compromised in Supply Chain Attack, Customers Warned to Secure Accounts
Data-loss prevention startup Cyberhaven has disclosed a supply chain attack that compromised its Chrome extension, potentially exposing customer passwords and session tokens to hackers.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 28, 2024
1 min read
Russian Court Fines TikTok $29,000 for Violating Content Restrictions
A Russian court has imposed a fine of three million roubles (approximately $29,000) on TikTok for allegedly violating the country's legal restrictions on sharing specific types of information.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 28, 2024
1 min read
Salt Typhoon Hack Exposes Telecom Cybersecurity Gaps: White House Urges Action
The U.S. government is still assessing the fallout from the Salt Typhoon hacks, and the White House has identified a significant factor behind the breach: inadequate cybersecurity measures across telecom companies' IT infrastructure.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 28, 2024
2 min read
The Top Cloud Storage Providers for 2025: In-Depth Review & Comparison
Discover the top cloud storage providers for 2025 with pricing, features, and comparisons to find the best fit for your personal or business needs!
Bijay Pokharel,
December 28, 2024
8 min read
NASA Confirms Parker Solar Probe Safe after Flying Dangerously Close to Sun
NASA on Friday confirmed that its Parker Solar Probe spacecraft is "safe" after becoming the first “human-made object” in history to fly dangerously close to the Sun.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 27, 2024
2 min read
Microsoft Alerts Users About Windows 11 Installer Bug Affecting Future Security Updates
Microsoft has warned users about a critical bug in certain manually created Windows 11 installer media. The bug impacts USB drives and prevents new PC installations from receiving future security updates.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 27, 2024
2 min read
Japan Airlines’ System Restored after Cyberattack
Japan Airlines (JAL) said Thursday that its network system has been restored after a cyberattack earlier in the day disrupted luggage services and delayed some flights.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 26, 2024
2 min read
Bluesky Unveils Trending Topics Feature for Global Users
On Christmas Day, social network Bluesky announced it is testing a new "Trending Topics" feature, now accessible on both desktop and mobile platforms for users worldwide.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 26, 2024
1 min read
UNGA Adopts Milestone Treaty against Cybercrime
The UN General Assembly adopted the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, a landmark global treaty in bolstering international cooperation in the fight against such crimes.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
2 min read
Crypto Mogul Kwon’s Appeal against Extradition Verdict Rejected
Montenegro's Constitutional Court has dismissed an appeal lodged by South Korean crypto mogul Do Kwon over a verdict on his extradition, a report said.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
2 min read
Iran Lifts Ban on WhatsApp and Google Play
Iranian authorities have lifted bans on WhatsApp and Google Play, marking a rare step toward easing internet restrictions, state media reported Tuesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
1 min read
North Korean Hacker Group ‘TraderTraitor’ Steals $308M in DMM Bitcoin Crypto Heist
In May 2024, the North Korean state-backed hacker group known as TraderTraitor executed a major cryptocurrency heist, stealing 4,502.9 Bitcoin worth $308 million from Japanese crypto exchange DMM Bitcoin.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
2 min read
European Space Agency’s Web Shop Hacked, Exposing Customer Payment Details
The European Space Agency's (ESA) official online shop was the victim of a cyberattack.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
2 min read
Apple Seeks Role in Google Antitrust Trial Over Search Agreements
Apple has requested to participate in Google's upcoming U.S. antitrust trial, stating it cannot rely on Google to fully defend the lucrative revenue-sharing deals that make Google the default search engine on Apple’s Safari browser.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
1 min read
American Airlines Grounds Flights Nationwide on Christmas Eve Due to Technical Glitch
American Airlines temporarily halted all flights across the United States citing unspecified technical problems.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 25, 2024
1 min read
Critical Vulnerabilities Found in WordPress WPLMS Theme Plugins
Two WordPress plugins integral to the premium WPLMS theme, a popular Learning Management System (LMS) solution with over 28,000 sales, have been found to contain over a dozen critical vulnerabilities.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 24, 2024
2 min read
FTC Orders Marriott and Starwood to Strengthen Data Security Following Massive Breaches
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has mandated that Marriott International and its subsidiary, Starwood Hotels, implement a robust data security framework after repeated failures to protect customer data.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 24, 2024
1 min read
Adobe Issues Emergency Updates to Fix Critical ColdFusion Vulnerability with Proof-of-Concept Exploit
Adobe has rolled out urgent security updates to address a critical vulnerability in its ColdFusion software.
Bijay Pokharel,
December 24, 2024
2 min read
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