Cyber fraud continues to evolve, with scammers using increasingly sophisticated techniques to deceive victims. In a recent case from Bengaluru, a woman lost ₹2 lakh after receiving a fraudulent automated call that mimicked her bank’s Interactive Voice Response (IVR)…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Critical Zero-Day Vulnerability in Zyxel Devices Sparks Widespread Exploitation
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Cybersecurity researchers at GreyNoise have uncovered widespread exploitation of a critical zero-day vulnerability in Zyxel CPE Series devices, months after it was initially reported to the manufacturer. The flaw, identified as CVE-2024-40891, allows attackers to execute arbitrary…
New Microsoft “Scareware Blocker” Prevents Users from Tech Support Scams
Scareware is a malware type that uses fear tactics to trap users and trick them into installing malware unknowingly or disclosing private information before they realize they are being scammed. Generally, the scareware attacks are disguised as full-screen alerts that…
Security Concerns Rise with MediaTek February 2025 WLAN Vulnerabilities
A new security bulletin has been released by MediaTek for February 2025, which reveals several critical vulnerabilities, which may affect its chipsets used in smartphones, tablets, as well as numerous other devices. There are security issues identified in the…
DeepSeek’s Rise: A Game-Changer in the AI Industry
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>January 27 marked a pivotal day for the artificial intelligence (AI) industry, with two major developments reshaping its future. First, Nvidia, the global leader in AI chips, suffered a historic loss of $589 billion in market value…
Federal Employees Sue OPM Over Alleged Unauthorized Email Database
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Two federal employees have filed a lawsuit against the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), alleging that a newly implemented email system is being used to compile a database of federal workers without proper authorization. The lawsuit…
AI-Powered Personalized Learning: Revolutionizing Education
In an era where technology permeates every aspect of our lives, education is undergoing a transformative shift. Imagine a classroom where each student’s learning experience is tailored to their unique needs, interests, and pace. This is no longer a…
Rising Cyber Threats in the Financial Sector: A Call for Enhanced Resilience
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>The financial sector is facing a sharp increase in cyber threats, with investment firms, such as asset managers, hedge funds, and private equity firms, becoming prime targets for ransomware, AI-driven attacks, and data breaches. These firms rely…
How Google Enhances AI Security with Red Teaming
Google continues to strengthen its cybersecurity framework, particularly in safeguarding AI systems from threats such as prompt injection attacks on Gemini. By leveraging automated red team hacking bots, the company is proactively identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities. Google employs an…
Password Management Breached: Critical Vulnerabilities Expose Millions
Password management solutions are the unsung heroes in enterprise security. They protect our digital identities, ensuring sensitive info such as passwords, personal details, or financial data is kept safe from threat actors. However, in a recent breach, several critical vulnerabilities…
Smiths Group Reports Cybersecurity Incident: Systems Breached
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Smiths Group, a London-listed engineering firm operating in energy, security, aerospace, and defence, has reported a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorised access to its systems. The company has taken immediate steps to mitigate potential disruptions and contain…
Tata Technologies Hit by Ransomware Attack: IT Services Temporarily Suspended
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Tata Technologies, a multinational engineering firm and subsidiary of Tata Motors, recently experienced a ransomware attack that led to the temporary suspension of certain IT services. The company promptly launched an investigation into the incident and…
Cryptojacking: The Silent Cybersecurity Threat Surging in 2023
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Cryptojacking, the unauthorized exploitation of an organization’s computing resources to mine cryptocurrency, has emerged as a significant yet often overlooked cybersecurity threat. Unlike ransomware, which overtly disrupts operations, cryptojacking operates covertly, leading to substantial financial and operational…
PyPI’s New Archival Feature Addresses a Major Security Flaw
The Python Package Index (PyPI) has informed users that no modifications are expected with the launch of “Project Archival,” a new method that enables publishers to archive their projects. To assist users in making informed decisions regarding their dependencies,…
New Phishing Scam Targets Amazon Prime Subscribers
< p style=”text-align: justify;”> A new cyber attack is putting Amazon Prime subscribers at risk. Hackers are sending malicious emails warning users that their Prime membership is about to expire. These emails contain attachments with dangerous links that redirect…
Hackers Disguise as IT Employees: FBI Warns to Disable Local Admin Accounts
Hackers use various ways to steal user data, one recent trend, according to the FBI, shows they have started gaining employment with companies. The agency has pushed out public announcement I-012325-PSA, warning organizations in the U.S. to disable local admin…
New Apple Processor Vulnerabilities: FLOP and SLAP Exploit Speculative Execution
< p style=”text-align: justify;”>Security researchers have uncovered two new vulnerabilities in modern Apple processors, named FLOP and SLAP, which could allow attackers to remotely steal sensitive data through web browsers. Discovered by researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology…
Cyberattackers Exploit GhostGPT for Low-Cost Malware Development
The landscape of cybersecurity has been greatly transformed by artificial intelligence, which has provided both transformative opportunities as well as emerging challenges. Moreover, AI-powered security tools have made it possible for organizations to detect and respond to threats much…
Cybercriminals Exploit PDFs in Novel Mishing Campaign
In a recently uncovered phishing campaign, threat actors are employing malicious PDF files to target mobile device users in potentially more than fifty nations. Dubbed as the “PDF Mishing Attack,” the effort exposes new vulnerabilities in mobile platforms by…
North Korea’s Lazarus Group Launches Global Supply Chain Attack Targeting Developers
North Korea’s notorious hacking collective, Lazarus Group, has orchestrated a large-scale supply chain attack, compromising hundreds of victims worldwide, according to cybersecurity researchers. The operation, named Phantom Circuit, remains active as of this month. The group injected malicious backdoors…