U.S.-based medical imaging provider SimonMed Imaging has disclosed a cybersecurity incident that compromised the personal data of more than 1.2 million patients earlier this year. The company, which operates nearly 170 diagnostic centers across 11 states, specializes in radiology…
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Pixnapping Malware Exploits Android’s Rendering Pipeline to Steal Sensitive Data from Google and Samsung Devices
Cybersecurity researchers have revealed a new Android malware attack called Pixnapping, capable of stealing sensitive information from Google and Samsung smartphones without any user interaction. The name “Pixnapping” blends “pixel” and “snapping,” referring to how the malware stealthily extracts…
Windows 10 Support Termination Leaves Devices Vulnerable
Microsoft has officially ended support for Windows 10, marking a major shift impacting hundreds of millions of users worldwide. Released in 2015, the operating system will no longer receive free security updates, bug fixes, or technical assistance, leaving all…
WhatsApp Worm Infects Devices and Compromises User Banking Information
There has been a troubling revelation in the cybersecurity community that cybercriminals continue to weaponise trusted digital ecosystems by deploying highly sophisticated malware campaigns that use WhatsApp’s messaging platform to infiltrate users throughout Brazil, demonstrating that cybercriminals continue to…
Satellites Found Broadcasting Sensitive Data Without Encryption
A recent academic study has revealed alarming security gaps in global satellite communications, exposing sensitive personal, corporate, and even military information to potential interception. Researchers from the University of California, San Diego, and the University of Maryland discovered that…
Microsoft Sentinel Aims to Unify Cloud Security but Faces Questions on Value and Maturity
Microsoft is positioning its Sentinel platform as the foundation of a unified cloud-based security ecosystem. At its core, Sentinel is a security information and event management (SIEM) system designed to collect, aggregate, and analyze data from numerous sources —…
India Plans Techno-Legal Framework to Combat Deepfake Threats
India will introduce comprehensive regulations to combat deepfakes in the near future, Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced at the NDTV World Summit 2025 in New Delhi. The minister emphasized that the upcoming framework will adopt a dual-component approach…
Malware Infiltrations Through Official Game Channels
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting the trust of unsuspecting players as a profitable target in the evolving landscape of digital entertainment by downloading video games, which appear to be harmless to the eyes of user. The innocent download of a…
Qantas Faces Scrutiny After Massive Data Leak Exposes Millions of Customer Records
Qantas Airways is under investigation after personal data belonging to millions of its customers appeared online following a major cyberattack. The breach, which originated from an offshore call centre using Salesforce software, is believed to have exposed information from…
5 Million Qantas Travellers’ Data Leaked on Dark Web After Global Ransomware Attack
Personal data of around five million Qantas passengers has surfaced on the dark web after the airline fell victim to a massive ransomware attack. The cybercriminal group, Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters, released the data publicly when their ransom demands went…
The Hidden Risk Behind 250 Documents and AI Corruption
As the world transforms into a global business era, artificial intelligence is at the forefront of business transformation, and organisations are leveraging its power to drive innovation and efficiency at unprecedented levels. According to an industry survey conducted recently,…
Automakers Face Surge in Cyberattacks as Jaguar Land Rover and Renault Recover from Major Breaches
Cybersecurity experts have warned that global automakers are likely to face an increasing wave of cyberattacks, as recent incidents continue to disrupt operations at leading manufacturers. The warning follows a series of high-profile breaches, including a major cyberattack on…
Rewiring OT Security: AI Turns Data Overload into Smart Response
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming operational technology (OT) security by shifting the focus from reactive alerts to actionable insights that strengthen industrial resilience and efficiency. OT environments—such as those in manufacturing, energy, and utilities—were historically designed for reliability, not…
Microsoft Ends Support for Windows 10: Millions of PCs Now at Security Risk
Microsoft has officially stopped supporting Windows 10, marking a major change for millions of users worldwide. After 14 October 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates, technical fixes, or official assistance for the operating system. While computers running…
Global Ransomware Groups Hit Record High as Smaller Threat Actors Emerge
The number of active ransomware groups has reached an unprecedented high, marking a new phase in the global cyber threat landscape. According to GuidePoint Security’s latest Ransomware & Cyber Threat Report, the total number of active groups surged 57%,…
Astaroth Malware Adopts GitHub Infrastructure to Target Crypto Investors
A new attack is now underway involving the notorious Astaroth banking Trojan, a banking Trojan which is used to steal cryptocurrency credentials, and cybersecurity researchers at McAfee have discovered that this Trojan exploited the GitHub platform for distribution. This…
Crypto Vanishes: North Korea’s $2B Heist, Discord Breach Exposes Millions
North Korean hackers have stolen over $2 billion in cryptocurrency in 2025, while a Discord breach exposed sensitive user data, including government IDs of approximately 70,000 individuals. These incidents highlight the growing sophistication of cyber threats targeting both financial…
Gmail Users Face New AI Threats as Google Expands Encryption and Gemini Features
Gmail users have a fresh security challenge to watch out for — the mix of your Gmail inbox, Calendar, and AI assistant might pose unexpected risks. From malicious prompts hidden in emails or calendar invites to compromised assistants…
BreachForums Taken Down by FBI and French Authorities as LAPSUS$-Linked Group Threatens Salesforce Data Leak
U.S. and French law enforcement agencies have seized the latest version of BreachForums, a cybercrime platform known for hosting stolen databases and leaked information. The takedown was carried out by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Department…
Chrome vs Comet: Security Concerns Rise as AI Browsers Face Major Vulnerability Reports
The era of AI browsers is inevitable — the question is not if, but when everyone will use one. While Chrome continues to dominate across desktops and mobiles, the emerging AI-powered browser Comet has been making waves. However, growing…