Even though phishing scams are predicted to continue to pose a serious cybersecurity threat in the years to come, recent research has highlighted the fact that a worrying gap in awareness among business leaders has been identified as a…
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Australian IVF Giant Genea Suffers Data Breach Following Cyber Incident
A leading Australian IVF clinic suspects personal patient information may have been compromised during a cyber attack earlier this month. On February 14, Genea suspended several services and launched an inquiry into suspicious activity discovered on its network. In…
US Defense Industry Targeted in Infostealer Malware Campaign
Several major defence contractors, such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Honeywell, as well as the United States Army, and Navy, and several major defence contractors have been recently revealed to be infected with the Infostealer malware, according to Hudson…
FBI And CISA Issues Warning of Ongoing ‘Ghost’ Ransomware Attack
Ghost, a ransomware outfit, has been exploiting software and firmware flaws since January, according to an FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) advisory issued last week. The outfit, also known as Cring and based in China, focusses…
Hackers Release Powerful Tool to Unlock Microsoft Software for Free
A group of hackers has created a tool that allows people to activate Microsoft Windows and Office software without needing an official license. This method, described as a major breakthrough in software piracy, completely bypasses Microsoft’s security system. Surprisingly,…
Lee Enterprises Faces Prolonged Ransomware Attack Disrupting Newspaper Operations
Lee Enterprises, one of the largest newspaper publishers in the United States, is facing an ongoing ransomware attack that has severely disrupted its operations for over three weeks. The company confirmed the attack in a filing with the U.S.…
Fintech Giant Finastra Breach Exposed Private Data, Company Notifies Victims
The financial technology behemoth Finastra is alerting victims of a data breach after unidentified hackers initially gained access to its networks in October 2024 and took their personal data. More than 8,100 financial institutions in 130 countries, including 45…
South Korea Blocks DeepSeek AI App Downloads Amid Data Security Investigation
South Korea has taken a firm stance on data privacy by temporarily blocking downloads of the Chinese AI app DeepSeek. The decision, announced by the Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC), follows concerns about how the company collects and handles…
Pro-Russia Hackers Target Italian Banks and Airports Amid Rising Tensions
Around 20 Italian websites, including those of major banks and airports, were targeted by alleged pro-Russian hackers, according to Italy’s cybersecurity agency on Monday. The attack is believed to be linked to escalating diplomatic tensions between Rome and Moscow.…
How AI Agents Are Transforming Cryptocurrency
Artificial intelligence (AI) agents are revolutionizing the cryptocurrency sector by automating processes, enhancing security, and improving trading strategies. These smart programs help analyze blockchain data, detect fraud, and optimize financial decisions without human intervention. What Are AI Agents? AI…
Enhanced In-Call Security in Android 16 Aims to Tackle Scammers
As part of a new security feature being developed by Google, users will no longer be able to modify sensitive settings when they are on a phone call. As a part of the in-call anti-scam protection, users are specifically…
Chinese Spies Allegedly Engaged in Ransomware Operations
Backed by the Chinese government, a cyber-espionage group has been observed engaging in ransomware-related activities as part of its intelligence activities. Further, this observation demonstrates how nation-state cyber operations and financially motivated cybercrimes have become increasingly convergent as a…
USAID Cybersecurity Aid to Ukraine Halted as Trump Administration Freezes Projects
Before and after Russia’s 2022 invasion, U.S.-funded initiatives played a crucial role in strengthening Ukraine’s cybersecurity. Many of these efforts, backed by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), aimed to protect the country against cyber threats. However,…
Amazon Prime Phishing Campaign Siphons Login And Payment Info
The Cofense Phishing Defence Centre (PDC) has uncovered a new phishing campaign aimed particularly at Amazon Prime members, trying to steal login passwords, security answers, and payment details. The attacker sends out a well-crafted email mimicking Amazon, encouraging users…
Protect Your Security Cameras from Hackers with These Simple Steps
Security cameras are meant to keep us safe, but they can also become targets for hackers. If cybercriminals gain access, they can spy on you or tamper with your footage. To prevent this, follow these straightforward tips to ensure…
Cyber-Espionage Malware FinalDraft Exploits Outlook Drafts for Covert Operations
A newly identified malware, FinalDraft, has been leveraging Microsoft Outlook email drafts for command-and-control (C2) communication in targeted cyberattacks against a South American foreign ministry. Elastic Security Labs uncovered the attacks, which deploy an advanced malware toolset comprising a…
Hackers Target South America and Southeast Asia
A group of hackers has been caught running a large-scale cyber spying operation, now called REF7707. The attack was first noticed in November 2024 when strange activity was detected in the Foreign Ministry of a South American country. As…
Russian State Actors Target Microsoft 365 Accounts Via Device Code Phishing Campaign
A hacking outfit potentially linked to Russia is running an active operation that uses device code phishing to target Microsoft 365 accounts of individuals at organisations of interest. The targets are in the government, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), IT services…
Hackers Leak 15,000 FortiGate Device Configs, IPs, and VPN Credentials
A newly identified hacking group, the Belsen Group, has leaked critical data from over 15,000 FortiGate devices on the dark web, making sensitive technical details freely available to cybercriminals. The leak includes configuration files, IP addresses, and VPN credentials,…
Huge Data Leak Puts 2.7 Billion Records at Risk – What You Should Know
A security issue has surfaced involving an unprotected database linked to Mars Hydro, a Chinese company known for making smart devices like LED grow lights and hydroponic equipment. Security researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered this database was left open without…