A newly discovered infostealing malware named “Shuyal” has entered the cyber threat landscape, posing a serious risk to users by targeting a wide range of web browsers and deploying sophisticated evasion methods. Identified by researchers at Hybrid Analysis, Shuyal…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Market Trends Reveal Urgent Emerging Cybersecurity Requirements
During an era of unprecedented digital acceleration and hyperconnectivity, cybersecurity is no longer the sole responsibility of IT departments — it has now become a crucial strategic pillar for businesses of all sizes in an age of hyperconnectivity. Recent…
Vietnam Launches NDAChain for National Data Security and Digital Identity
Vietnam has launched NDAChain, a new blockchain network that allows only approved participants to join. The move is aimed at locking down Vietnam’s government data. About NDAChain The network is built by the National Data Association and managed by the…
A Massive 800% Rise in Data Breach Incidents in First Half of 2025
Cybersecurity experts have warned of a significant increase in identity-based attacks, following the revelation that 1.8 billion credentials were stolen in the first half of 2025, representing an 800% increase compared to the previous six months. Data breach attacks are…
Amazon Customers Face Surge in Phishing Attacks Through Fake Emails and Texts
Cybercriminals are actively targeting Amazon users with a sharp increase in phishing scams, and the company is sounding the alarm. Fraudsters are sending deceptive emails that appear to originate from Amazon, prompting users to log in via a counterfeit…
Here’s Why We Need Child Influencer Laws in a Monetised Content Society
The increasing urgency around safeguarding children who are featured as influencers or content creators online is a concerning trend that has grown rapidly in recent years. Earlier, U.S. child labor laws like the Coogan Law were designed to protect…
Amazon Accounts Targeted by New Phishing Scam — Here’s How to Stay Safe
A wave of phishing scams is currently targeting Amazon users, putting millions of accounts at risk. Criminals are sending fake emails and text messages that appear to come from Amazon, tricking users into clicking on links that lead to fraudulent…
Hackers Compromise French Submarine Engineering Company
One of the most chilling reminders of how threat landscapes are evolving even to the most fortified sectors is a major cyber breach that has hit the core of France’s naval defence ecosystem, the Naval Group. Naval Group—widely regarded as…
AI-supported Cursor IDE Falls Victim to Prompt Injection Attacks
Experts have found a bug called CurXecute that is present in all variants of the AI-supported code editor Cursor and can be compromised to run remote code execution (RCE), along with developer privileges. About the bug The security bug is…
Misconfigured Firewalls Plague Enterprises, Exposing Critical Security Gaps
In a troubling revelation for enterprise cybersecurity, a new report from FireMon has found that 60% of corporate firewalls fail critical compliance checks right out of the gate, raising alarms over the state of firewall governance in modern organisations. An…
FBI Issues Urgent Warning: Millions of Android Devices Compromised by Malware Operation
A dangerous malware campaign known as BadBox 2.0 has infected more than 10 million Android-powered devices, according to a recent alert from the FBI and major cybersecurity researchers. Users are being advised to immediately disconnect any suspicious smart devices…
Luxembourg Probes Cyberattack Behind Telecom Outage, Cites “Exceptionally Sophisticated” Assault
The Luxembourg government has launched a formal investigation into a major nationwide telecom outage that occurred on July 23, following what officials say was a deliberate cyberattack. The disruption, which lasted over three hours, knocked out the country’s 4G…
FBI Warns Chrome Users Against Unofficial Updates Downloading
If you use Windows, Chrome is likely to be the default browser. Despite Microsoft’s ongoing efforts to lure users to the Edge and the rising threat of AI browsers, Google’s browser remains dominant. However, Chrome is a victim of…
Ransomware Defence Begins with Fundamentals Not AI
The era of rapid technological advancements has made it clear that artificial intelligence isn’t only influencing cybersecurity, it is fundamentally redefining its boundaries and capabilities as well. The transformation was evident at the RSA Conference in San Francisco in…
Singapore Companies Struggle to Recover from Ransomware Despite Paying Hackers
Many businesses in Singapore continue to face prolonged and expensive recovery periods after ransomware attacks, even when they choose to pay the ransom. A new report from cybersecurity firm Sophos reveals that 50% of local organizations affected by ransomware…
Wi-Fi Signals Can Now Identify You Without Devices or Cameras, Raising New Privacy Fears
A new technology developed by researchers at La Sapienza University of Rome could transform how individuals are identified in connected environments and reignite urgent debates over privacy. In a breakthrough that bypasses traditional biometrics, the research team has demonstrated…
Top 5 Ways CISOs Can Shift to a Proactive Cybersecurity Strategy
In today’s threat-filled digital ecosystem, being one step ahead of attackers is no longer a luxury—it’s a requirement. Yet, 81% of security leaders report being pushed by regulations and business needs to move toward a preventative approach, even as…
Insurance Provider Reports June Cyber Breach
Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company has confirmed that customer information was exposed during a cyber incident that occurred in June. The company shared the update through a recent filing with California’s Attorney General, marking the latest in a growing number…
Hackers Stole 384 Crore From Bengaluru Cryptocurrency Firm
In what is arguably the biggest cyberattack on an Indian cryptocurrency company, Neblio Technologies Private Limited, located in Bengaluru, was allegedly robbed off Rs. 384 crore. The company owns CoinDCX, a cryptocurrency exchange platform. The company claims that someone…
How to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi: Myths, Real Risks, and Smart Habits
Many people view public Wi-Fi as an open invitation for hackers to steal their personal data, but this perception isn’t entirely accurate. While using Wi-Fi in public places such as cafés, airports, or hotels does come with certain cybersecurity…