Microsoft has openly said that its workers are not allowed to use the DeepSeek app. This announcement came from Brad Smith, the company’s Vice Chairman and President, during a recent hearing in the U.S. Senate. He said the decision…
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Details of 1.1 Million Job Applicants Leaked by a Major Recruitment Platform
While looking for a new job can be enjoyable, it is surely not fun to lose your personal information in the process. In the meantime, the Cybernews investigation team found an unprotected GCS bucket belonging to the talent pool…
Coordinated Action Targets DDoS-for-Hire Empire with Arrests and Seizures
The Polish authorities have succeeded in dismantling a sophisticated criminal network offering distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) for-hire services to hit the cybercrime infrastructure hard. As the result of a coordinated operation, four people were arrested who were suspected of operating…
Agentic AI Is Reshaping Cybersecurity Careers, Not Replacing Them
Agentic AI took center stage at the 2025 RSA Conference, signaling a major shift in how cybersecurity professionals will work in the near future. No longer a futuristic concept, agentic AI systems—capable of planning, acting, and learning independently—are already…
Windows CLFS Zero-Day Flaw Exploited in Play Ransomware Attacks
In zero-day attacks, the Play ransomware gang exploited a critical Windows Common Log File System flaw to gain SYSTEM access and install malware on infected PCs. The vulnerability, known as CVE-2025-29824, was identified by Microsoft as being exploited in…
Meta Mirage” Phishing Campaign Poses Global Cybersecurity Threat to Businesses
A sophisticated phishing campaign named Meta Mirage is targeting companies using Meta’s Business Suite, according to a new report by cybersecurity experts at CTM360. This global threat is specifically engineered to compromise high-value accounts—including those running paid ads and…
Barclays Introduces New Step-by-Step Model to Tackle Modern Fraud
Banks and shops are facing more advanced types of fraud that mix online tricks with real-world scams. To fight back, experts from Barclays and a security company called Threat Fabric have created a detailed model to understand how these…
One Click Is All It Takes: New Mac Malware Steals Your Data
A growing number of Mac users are being tricked into downloading harmful software through fake verification messages. These scams look like normal human checks, such as Google’s “I’m not a robot” box, but are actually part of a malware…
Audio and Video Chat Recording Could Be Part of Nintendo Switch 2
Audio and Video Chat Recording Could Be Part of Nintendo Switch 2. In an official announcement from Nintendo, a new in-game communication system known as GameChat will be included in the Nintendo Switch 2 console, which is due…
iHeartMedia Cyberattack Exposes Sensitive Data Across Multiple Radio Stations
iHeartMedia, the largest audio media company in the United States, has confirmed a significant data breach following a cyberattack on several of its local radio stations. In official breach notifications sent to affected individuals and state attorney general offices…
Marks & Spencer Cyberattack Fallout May Last Months Amid Growing Threat from Scattered Spider
Marks & Spencer is facing prolonged disruption after falling victim to a large-scale cyberattack. Experts warn that restoring normal operations could take months, highlighting a growing trend of sophisticated breaches targeting major retailers. This incident follows a wave of…
Pakistan’s ‘Dance of the Hillary’ Malware Targets Indians—Here’s How to Safeguard Yourself
In the aftermath of escalating cross-border tensions following the April 22 Pahalgam terror assault, Indian cybersecurity agencies have noticed a worrying shift in strategy: a digital onslaught aimed at civilians. The malware campaign, reportedly linked to Pakistani threat actors,…
Agentic AI and Ransomware: How Autonomous Agents Are Reshaping Cybersecurity Threats
A new generation of artificial intelligence—known as agentic AI—is emerging, and it promises to fundamentally change how technology is used. Unlike generative AI, which mainly responds to prompts, agentic AI operates independently, solving complex problems and making decisions without…
Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Hundreds of Thousands
Several cybersecurity incidents have recently come to light, revealing the growing vulnerabilities that organisations face when handling large amounts of personal data. A significant data breach has occurred at Kelly & Associates Insurance Group, which operates under the name…
Cyber War Escalates Between Indian and Pakistani Hacktivists After Pahalgam Attack
kAs tensions continue to rise in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s subsequent launch of Operation Sindoor, a fierce cyber confrontation has simultaneously unfolded in the digital realm. Hacktivist groups aligned with both India and Pakistan…
Linux Servers Under Attack: Hidden Malware Found in Fake Go Packages
Cybersecurity experts have discovered a new attack that targets Linux systems using fake programming tools. These harmful tools were shared on GitHub, a popular website where developers post and download code. Inside these fake packages was dangerous malware designed…
Worldcoin in Crisis: Indonesia & Kenya Take Action on the Biometric Crypto Project
Worldcoin, the cryptocurrency firm backed by Sam Altman, is experiencing serious legal challenges on multiple fronts. On May 5, 2025, the Kenyan High Court ruled that Worldcoin violated Data Protection Act 2019 restrictions. According to Justice Aburili Roselyn, the…
NordVPN Introduces £5,000 ID Theft Recovery Coverage for UK Users on Ultimate Plan
NordVPN has launched a new identity theft recovery benefit for its UK subscribers, offering up to £5,000 in reimbursement to help users recover from the financial and emotional toll of identity fraud. This latest addition to its cybersecurity toolkit…
Cybercrime Syndicate Escalates Global Threat Levels
During a time when global cybersecurity is experiencing rapid evolution, malicious actors are also employing new methods to accomplish their goals. As part of International Anti-Ransomware Day, leading cybersecurity company KnowBe4 is announcing a critical warning about a looming…
AI Can Now Shop for You: Visa’s Smart Payment Platform
Visa has rolled out a new system that allows artificial intelligence (AI) to not only suggest items to buy but also complete purchases for users. The newly launched platform, called Visa Intelligent Commerce, lets AI assistants shop on your…