T-Mobile has taken a significant step in enhancing its cybersecurity by adopting Yubikey security keys for its employees. The company purchased over 200,000 security keys from Yubico, deploying them across all staff, vendors, and authorized retail partners. The rollout,…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Cyber Threats in Hong Kong Hit Five-Year Peak with AI’s Growing Influence
Hong Kong experienced a record surge in cyberattacks last year, marking the highest number of incidents in five years. Hackers are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to strengthen their methods, according to the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team…
VPN Services May Not Be as Secure as They Seem, Recent Research Finds
VPNs are widely known for their benefits, including preventing location-based overcharging, safeguarding online privacy, and enabling access to geographically restricted content like foreign Netflix libraries. Historically, VPNs have been considered safe, but a new investigation by Top10VPN challenges this…
Hackers Employ Fake Mac Homebrew Google Ads in Novel Malicious Campaign
Hackers are once more exploiting Google advertisements to disseminate malware, using a fake Homebrew website to compromise Macs and Linux systems with an infostealer that harvests credentials, browsing data, and cryptocurrency wallets. Ryan Chenkie discovered the fraudulent Google ad…
AI Use Linked to Decline in Critical Thinking Skills Among Students, Study Finds
A recent study has revealed a concerning link between the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and declining critical thinking abilities among students. The research, which analyzed responses from over 650 individuals aged 17 and older in the…
Fake IT Support Used by Ransomware Gangs in Microsoft Teams Breaches
The Sophos security team has identified two ransomware campaigns that are utilizing Microsoft Teams to steal data from organizations, and the crooks may be allied with Black Basta and FIN7. In the X-Ops Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service,…
Why AI-Driven Cybercrime Is the Biggest Threat of 2025
AI in Cybercrimes: Rising Threats and Challenges Kuala Lumpur: The increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in cybercrimes is becoming a grave issue, says Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf, Director of Malaysia’s Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID). Speaking at…
Why MFA Failures Signal Greater Cybersecurity Challenges
In the current cybersecurity era, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is widely recommended and often mandated across several sectors, making it one of the most popular security measures that are available. As stated by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA),…
ChatGPT Outage in the UK: OpenAI Faces Reliability Concerns Amid Growing AI Dependence
ChatGPT Outage: OpenAI Faces Service Disruption in the UK < p style=”text-align: justify;”> On Thursday, OpenAI’s ChatGPT experienced a significant outage in the UK, leaving thousands of users unable to access the popular AI chatbot. The disruption, which began…
TRIPLESTRENGTH Targets Cloud for Cryptojacking, On-Premises Systems for Ransomware Attacks
Google unveiled a financially driven threat actor, TRIPLESTRENGTH, targeting cloud environments for cryptojacking and on-premise ransomware operations. “This actor engaged in a variety of threat activity, including cryptocurrency mining operations on hijacked cloud resources and ransomware activity,” Google Cloud…
A Looming Threat to Crypto Keys: The Risk of a Quantum Hack
The Quantum Computing Threat to Cryptocurrency Security < p style=”text-align: justify;”> The immense computational power that quantum computing offers raises significant concerns, particularly around its potential to compromise private keys that secure digital interactions. Among the most pressing fears…
Cybercriminals Exploit Cloud Services to Steal Login Information
You may think you are receiving an email from your trusted ProtonMail account — only to discover it’s a trap set by cybercriminals. Recent research throws light on how attackers are targeting both widely known and lesser-used cloud platforms…
The Rise of Agentic AI: How Autonomous Intelligence Is Redefining the Future
The Evolution of AI: From Generative Models to Agentic Intelligence < p style=”text-align: justify;”> Artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing beyond its current capabilities, transitioning from tools that generate content to systems capable of making autonomous decisions and pursuing long-term…
Public Holidays And Weekends Make Companies More Vulnerable to Cyberattacks
Cyberattacks Surge During Holidays and Weekends: Semperis Report Companies are particularly susceptible to cyberattacks during public holidays and weekends due to reduced security manpower. A recent report on ransomware assaults, published by Semperis, a provider of identity-based cyber resilience,…
FortiGate Vulnerability Exposes 15,000 Devices to Risks
Fortinet Firewall Data Breach: 15,000 Devices Compromised by Belsen Group < p style=”text-align: justify;”> On January 14, 2025, it was reported that the configuration data of over 15,000 Fortinet FortiGate firewalls was leaked on the dark web. The hacker…
Protect Your Tax Return from Fraud: Here’s What You Need to Know
Tax Season 2025: Protect Yourself from Fraud with an Identity Protection PIN A new year marks the start of another tax season, bringing with it the usual challenges of navigating the complex US tax code and avoiding scams. One…
Fear of Blame in Cybersecurity: Irish Workers Hesitant to Report Breaches
Fear of Blame Hampers Cybersecurity Incident Reporting in Ireland A recent survey conducted in Ireland highlights a concerning trend: fear of blame is preventing employees from reporting cybersecurity incidents. The study, carried out by Censuswide for IT.ie and SonicWall,…
EU Mandates Tougher Cybersecurity for Banking Sector
European Banks Strengthen Cybersecurity Amid Strict Regulations European banks are being compelled to enhance their cybersecurity systems to comply with stringent regulations aimed at safeguarding critical infrastructure against cyber threats. The rise of digital tools in the financial sector…
Google Ads Phishing Scam Reaches New Extreme, Experts Warn of Ongoing Threat
Cybercriminals Target Google Ads Users in Sophisticated Phishing Attacks < p style=”text-align: justify;”> Cybercriminals are intensifying their phishing campaigns against Google Ads users, employing advanced techniques to steal credentials and bypass two-factor authentication (2FA). This new wave of attacks is…
FBI Warning: Avoid Installing Malicious Apps to Safeguard Your Financial Data
FBI Warns Smartphone Users About Malicious Apps < p style=”text-align: justify;”> Smartphone users are being urged to exercise caution when downloading apps as some may be designed to steal personal data and send it to fraudsters, leading to potential…