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Dior likely hit by ransomware attack
In a concerning development, Dior, the iconic French luxury fashion brand, has reportedly been targeted by a cyber attack that appears to be a form of ransomware. According to the latest updates, hackers seem to have gained unauthorized access to…
PowerSchool shows why ransom payments don’t work
Earlier this year, PowerSchool reported a major cyber incident. Hackers managed to steal vast amounts of data from the popular student information system. The company… The post PowerSchool shows why ransom payments don’t work appeared first on Panda Security Mediacenter.…
Mark’s and Spencer Data Breach, Vulnerable Routers, Fortinet Exploits, and New Ransomware Threats
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host Jim Love covers recent cybersecurity incidents including a data breach at Mark’s and Spencer, the FBI’s alert on outdated routers being exploited, and critical Fortinet vulnerabilities actively used in attacks. Additionally, the episode…
Cybersecurity Updates: Major Ransomware Attacks Thwarted and Illegal Marketplaces Shut Down
In this episode, Jim Love discusses significant cybersecurity events including Coinbase’s refusal to pay a $20 million ransom after a data breach, Broadcom’s patch for VMware tools vulnerabilities, and Telegram’s shutdown of two illegal marketplaces handling $35 billion in transactions.…
Tor Oniux Tool Offers Anonymous Linux App Traffic
Tor Project has unveiled oniux, a new command-line utility that provides comprehensive network isolation for Linux applications, ensuring all traffic routes exclusively through the Tor network. This tool aims to eliminate the risk of accidental data leaks that can occur…
Proofpoint Buys Hornetsecurity, A Microsoft 365 Security Specialist For $1 Billion
Cybersecurity giant Proofpoint has announced its agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a leading European provider of AI-powered Microsoft 365 security solutions. The deal, reportedly valued at $1 billion, is expected to close in the second half of 2025, although exact…
Printer company provided infected software downloads for half a year
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from Security Blog G Data Software AG Read the original article: Printer company provided infected software downloads for…
SonicWall SMA1000 Vulnerability Let Attackers to Exploit Encoded URLs To Gain Internal Systems Access Remotely
SonicWall has issued a high-priority security advisory (SNWLID-2025-0010) revealing a critical Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in its SMA1000 Appliance Work Place interface. Tracked as CVE-2025-40595, the vulnerability carries a CVSS v3 score of 7.2, indicating a high-severity risk. Discovered…
Windows Defender Best Practices – Optimizing Endpoint Protection
As cyberthreats grow in sophistication, organizations must prioritize robust endpoint protection strategies. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has emerged as a critical tool in this landscape, offering AI-driven threat detection, automated response, and integration with broader security ecosystems like Microsoft Defender…
Researchers Emulated VanHelsing Ransomware Advanced Tactics & Tools Used
Cybersecurity experts have successfully emulated the behaviors of VanHelsing, a sophisticated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation that emerged in March 2025 and has rapidly gained notoriety in cybercriminal circles. The ransomware employs a double extortion model, encrypting victims’ files with the Curve25519…
Deepfake attacks could cost you more than money
In this Help Net Security interview, Camellia Chan, CEO at X-PHY, discusses the dangers of deepfakes in real-world incidents, including their use in financial fraud and political disinformation. She explains AI-driven defense strategies and recommends updating incident response plans and…
DoorDash scam used fake drivers, phantom deliveries to bilk $2.59M
Entire process took less than five minutes, prosecutors say A former DoorDash driver has pleaded guilty to participating in a $2.59 million scheme that used fake accounts, insider access to reassign orders, and bogus delivery reports to trigger payouts for…
Scammers are deepfaking voices of senior US government officials, warns FBI
They’re smishing, they’re vishing The FBI has warned that fraudsters are impersonating “senior US officials” using deepfakes as part of a major fraud campaign.… This article has been indexed from The Register – Security Read the original article: Scammers are…
Proofpoint To Acquire Microsoft 365 Security Provider Hornetsecurity For $1 Billion
Proofpoint, Inc., a global leader in cybersecurity and compliance, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a prominent pan-European provider of AI-powered Microsoft 365 (M365) security, compliance, and data protection services. This strategic acquisition marks a significant step…
Windows 11, Red Hat Linux, & Oracle VirtualBox Hacked – Pwn2Own Day 1
The first day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2025 wrapped up with a bang, as hackers showcased 11 exploit attempts, including AI-targeted attacks, and walked away with $260,000 in prizes. The Pwn2Own competition, known for pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity, saw successful…
Google to Release Android 16 with Advanced Device-level Security Setting Protection for 3 Billion Devices
Google has announced a significant enhancement to its Advanced Protection Program with the release of Android 16, introducing a robust device-level security setting aimed at safeguarding users against sophisticated cyber threats. Tailored for at-risk individuals such as journalists, elected officials,…
Polymorphic phishing attacks flood inboxes
AI is transforming the phishing threat landscape at a pace many security teams are struggling to match, according to Cofense. In 2024, researchers tracked one malicious email every 42 seconds. Many of the 42-second attacks were part of polymorphic phishing…
The U.S. Copyright Office’s Draft Report on AI Training Errs on Fair Use
< div class=”field field–name-body field–type-text-with-summary field–label-hidden”> < div class=”field__items”> Within the next decade, generative AI could join computers and electricity as one of the most transformational technologies in history, with all of the promise and peril that implies. Governments’ responses…
How working in a stressful environment affects cybersecurity
Stressful work environments don’t just erode morale, they can quietly undermine cybersecurity. When employees feel overworked, unsupported, or mistreated, their judgment and decision-making suffer. “From an organizational perspective, a toxic culture often leads to increased errors, missed threats, decreased productivity,…