During the last few months, the UAE Cyber Security Council (CSC) has revealed that the UAE has seen a surge in cyberattacks that have been reported daily to the highest level of more than 200,000. Cyber threats of this…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Ransomware Attacks Continue to Rise in an Alarming Trend
The frequency and intensity of cyberthreats seem to be increasing despite businesses’ ongoing efforts to thwart malicious actors. Honeywell, a global technology and manufacturing firm that also provides cybersecurity solutions, reported a 46% rise in ransomware extortion attacks between…
Telegram’s Alleged Ties to Russian Intelligence Raise Global Surveillance Fears
A new investigation by Russian media outlet Important Stories, in collaboration with the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), has sparked fresh scrutiny over Telegram’s connections to Russia’s intelligence services. The popular messaging platform, long regarded for its…
DanaBot Malware Network Disrupted After Researchers Discover Key Flaw
In a major breakthrough, cybersecurity experts uncovered a major weakness in the DanaBot malware system that ultimately led to the disruption of its operations and criminal charges against its operators. DanaBot, which has been active since 2018, is known…
M&S Faces £300M Loss After Cyberattack Involving DragonForce and Scattered Spider
Marks & Spencer has resumed its online services after a serious cyberattack earlier this year that disrupted its operations and is expected to slash profits by £300 million. The British retail giant’s digital operations were hit hard, and recent…
Data Security Posture Insights: Overcoming Complexity and Threat Landscape
In today’s competitive landscape, it is becoming more critical for businesses to find ways to adapt their data security, governance, and risk management strategies to the volatile economy by increasing efficiency or lowering costs while maintaining the structure, consistency,…
AI Integration Raises Alarms Over Enterprise Data Safety
Today’s digital landscape has become increasingly interconnected, and cyber threats have risen in sophistication, which has significantly weakened the effectiveness of traditional security protocols. Cybercriminals have evolved their tactics to exploit emerging vulnerabilities, launch highly targeted attacks, and utilise…
GrayAlpha Exposed: Deploys Malware via Infection Vectors
Experts from Insikt Group have found new infrastructure linked with GrayAlpha, a cybercrime gang overlapping with the financially motivated group called FIN7. Fin7 has been in the cybercrime game since 2013 and is known as one of the most infamous…
AI Skills Shortage Deepens as Enterprise Demand Grows Faster Than Talent Supply
The shortage of skilled professionals in artificial intelligence is becoming a major concern for enterprises, as organizations race to adopt the technology without a matching increase in qualified talent. The latest Harvey Nash Digital Leadership report, released by Nash…
United Natural Foods Confirms Network Disruption from Cyberattack
United Natural Foods Inc.’s operations were disrupted by a serious cybersecurity incident. There have been widespread supply chain issues and widespread product shortages at Whole Foods Market locations all over the United States due to the company’s failure to…
Understanding the Dynamic threat Landscape of Ransomware Attacks
The constant expansion of cyber threats, particularly malware and ransomware, necessitates our undivided attention. Our defence strategy must evolve in tandem with the threats. So far this year, ransomware has targeted Frederick Health Medical Group, Co-op Supermarkets, and Marks…
Cisco Introduces New Tools to Protect Networks from Rogue AI Agents
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more advanced, it also creates new risks for cybersecurity. AI agents—programs that can make decisions and act on their own—are now being used in harmful ways. Some are launched by cybercriminals or even unhappy…
AT&T Customers at Risk Again After New Data Leak
AT&T customers are once more facing serious security concerns following reports of a fresh leak involving their personal information. This comes after the telecom company experienced multiple data breaches last year. Previous Data Breaches Raised Alarms In 2024, AT&T…
Mirai Botnet Variant is Building Swarm by Exploiting DVR Flaw
A command injection flaw in internet-connected digital video recorders used for CCTV monitoring is the target of a Mirai botnet malware variant, which allows hackers to take over the devices and add them to a botnet. Cybersecurity researchers at…
Stolen Customer Data from Ticketmaster Incident Resurfaces Online
Ticketmaster, one of the most prominent ticketing companies in the world, suffered a high-profile cyber-attack in May 2024 that affected the entire digital infrastructure of the company. The incident resulted in the unauthorised exposure of vast amounts of customer…
DVLA Scams Target Thousands of UK Drivers with Fake Fines, Car Deals, and Fraudulent Fees
A surge in vehicle-related scams across the UK has left thousands of drivers out of pocket, with fraudulent activity disguised as legitimate DVLA communications. In 2023 alone, nearly 20,000 motorists were tricked by fake car tax messages, insurance schemes,…
Cloudfare CAPTCHA Page Tricks Users Into Downloading Malware
An advanced but simple phishing tactic is being distributed, it deploys fake Cloudflare CAPTCHA pages to target users with malware. A recent research by SlashNext says the technique, called ClickFix tricks users into running commands that deploy malware. ClickFix shows…
Sensata Technologies Confirms Data Breach After April Ransomware Attack, Notifies Employees of Exposed Personal Information
Sensata Technologies has begun notifying current and former employees of a data breach following the conclusion of an internal investigation into a ransomware attack that took place in April 2025. A global leader in industrial technology, Sensata specializes in…
FBI Warns of Luna Moth Ransomware Attacks Targeting U.S. Law Firms
The FBI said that over the last two years, an extortion group known as the Silent Ransom Group has targeted U.S. law firms through callback phishing and social engineering tactics. This threat outfit, also known as Luna Moth, Chatty…
Why Exploring the Dark Web Can Lead to Legal Trouble, Malware, and Emotional Harm
Venturing into the dark web may seem intriguing to some, but even well-intentioned users are exposed to significant risks. While many people associate the dark web with illegal activity, they may not realize that just browsing these hidden spaces…