Prosper, the popular peer-to-peer lending platform that connects borrowers with investors, suffered a major data breach on September 2nd. According to details shared on the company’s official FAQ page, the incident was caused by “unauthorized queries made on company…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
The Fragile Internet: How Small Failures Trigger Global Outages
The modern internet, though vast and advanced, remains surprisingly delicate. A minor technical fault or human error can disrupt millions of users worldwide, revealing how dependent our lives have become on digital systems. On October 20, 2025, a technical error…
Smart Devices Redefining Productivity in the Home Workspace
Remote working, once regarded as a rare privilege, has now become a key feature of today’s professional landscape. Boardroom discussions and water-cooler chats have become much more obsolete, as organisations around the world continue to adapt to new work…
GlassWorm Malware Exploits Invisible Unicode to Infect VS Code Extensions
A major and ongoing supply-chain attack is currently targeting developers through the OpenVSX and Microsoft Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extension marketplaces via a self-spreading malware dubbed “GlassWorm” that has triggered an estimated 35,800 installations to date. The campaign…
Microsoft’s Copilot Actions in Windows 11 Sparks Privacy and Security Concerns
When it comes to computer security, every decision ultimately depends on trust. Users constantly weigh whether to download unfamiliar software, share personal details online, or trust that their emails reach the intended recipient securely. Now, with Microsoft’s latest feature in…
Windows 11’s Auto-Enabled BitLocker Locks User Out of Terabytes of Data — Here’s What Happened
Microsoft first introduced BitLocker drive encryption with Windows Vista back in 2007, though it was initially limited to the Enterprise and Ultimate editions. Over the years, it evolved into a core security feature of Windows. With Windows 11, Microsoft…
Amigo Mesh Network Empowers Protesters to Communicate During Blackouts
Researchers from City College of New York, Harvard University, and Johns Hopkins University have developed Amigo, a prototype mesh network specifically designed to maintain communication during political protests and internet blackouts imposed by authoritarian regimes. The system addresses critical…
Using a VPN Is Essential for Online Privacy and Data Protection
Virtual Private Networks, or VPNs, have evolved from tools used to bypass geographic content restrictions into one of the most effective defenses for protecting digital privacy and data security. By encrypting your internet traffic and concealing your real IP…
Google Moves Forward with Chrome Phase-Out Impacting Billions
Despite the ripples that Google has created in the global tech community, the company has announced that its long-promised privacy initiative for Chrome is being discontinued. In a move that has shocked the global tech community, Google has ended…
Opera Introduces Neon: The Browser That Thinks and Acts for You
Opera has officially launched Neon, its newest browser that blends traditional web browsing with artificial intelligence capable of taking real actions for users. Unlike regular browsers that only assist with tasks such as summarizing webpages or answering quick questions, Neon…
Europol Dismantles SIMCARTEL Network Behind Global Phishing and SIM Box Fraud Scheme
Europol has taken down a vast international cybercrime network responsible for orchestrating large-scale phishing, fraud, and identity theft operations through mobile network systems. The coordinated crackdown, codenamed “SIMCARTEL,” led to multiple arrests and the seizure of a massive infrastructure…
Hackers Exploit Blockchain Networks to Hide and Deliver Malware, Google Warns
Google’s Threat Intelligence Group has uncovered a new wave of cyberattacks where hackers are using public blockchains to host and distribute malicious code. This alarming trend transforms one of the world’s most secure and tamper-resistant technologies into a stealthy…
Mobdro Pro VPN Under Fire for Compromising User Privacy
A disturbing revelation that highlights the persistent threat that malicious software poses to Android users has been brought to the attention of cybersecurity researchers, who have raised concerns over a deceptive application masquerading as a legitimate streaming and VPN…
AI Becomes the New Spiritual Guide: How Technology Is Transforming Faith in India and Beyond
Around the world — and particularly in India — worshippers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for guidance, prayer, and spiritual comfort. As machines become mediators of faith, a new question arises: what happens when technology becomes our spiritual…
ClickFix Attack Tricks Users into Infecting Their Own Devices
Cybercriminals are increasingly using a social engineering attack called ClickFix, which manipulates victims into unknowingly initiating cyberattacks on their own systems. According to Microsoft’s 2025 Digital Defense Report, ClickFix has become the most common initial access technique, recorded in 47%…
Qantas Data Leak Highlights Rising Airline Cyberattacks and Identity Theft Risks
Airlines continue to attract the attention of cybercriminals due to the vast amounts of personal data they collect, with passports and government IDs among the most valuable targets. According to privacy firm Incogni, the exposure of such documents poses…
NCSC Warns of Rising Cyber Threats Linked to China, Urges Businesses to Build Defences
The United Kingdom’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has cautioned that hacking groups connected to China are responsible for an increasing number of cyberattacks targeting British organisations. Officials say the country has become one of the most capable and…
Hundreds of European Flights Disrupted by Major Ransomware Attack
A major ransomware attack recently caused widespread disruption to airline operations across several key European airports, resulting in hundreds of flight cancellations and delays for passengers. The incident highlights the growing vulnerability of the aviation industry due to its…
Cheung Sha Wan Wholesale Market Faces Major Data Breach Impacting Thousands
As part of an alarming incident that highlights the growing threat of cyberattacks on public sector systems, the Vegetable Marketing Organisation (VMO) reported that it was targeted by a ransomware attack that disrupted the Cheung Sha Wan Vegetable Wholesale…
Sotheby’s Investigates Cyberattack That Exposed Employee Financial Information
Global auction house Sotheby’s has disclosed that it recently suffered a data breach in which cybercriminals accessed and extracted files containing sensitive information. The company confirmed that the security incident, detected on July 24, 2025, led to unauthorized access…