Cyber Briefing: 2026.02.23

Malicious npm worm steals secrets, MuddyWater targets MENA, PayPal leak exposed, ShinyHunters extorts Wynn, rail hit by DDoS, AI security tools expand. This article has been indexed from CyberMaterial Read the original article: Cyber Briefing: 2026.02.23

PayPal Reveals Extended Data Leak

PayPal recently revealed that a software bug within its business loan application led to a six-month data leak involving sensitive customer details. This article has been indexed from CyberMaterial Read the original article: PayPal Reveals Extended Data Leak

ShinyHunters Demands $1.5M Ransom

Wynn Resorts has reportedly been targeted by the cybercrime group ShinyHunters, which claims to have stolen over 800,000 employee records including Social Security numbers. This article has been indexed from CyberMaterial Read the original article: ShinyHunters Demands $1.5M Ransom

Deutsche Bahn Hit By DDoS Attack

Germany’s national rail operator Deutsche Bahn recently experienced a significant DDoS attack that knocked its booking and information platforms offline for several hours. This article has been indexed from CyberMaterial Read the original article: Deutsche Bahn Hit By DDoS Attack

EC Council Expands AI Certifications

EC-Council has introduced four specialized AI certifications and an updated Certified CISO v4 to address a critical global shortage in skilled personnel. This article has been indexed from CyberMaterial Read the original article: EC Council Expands AI Certifications