A researcher found Edge loads saved passwords into computer memory when it starts, making them easier to steal if a device is already compromised. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Microsoft says Edge’s plaintext password…
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ShinyHunters escalates Canvas attacks with school login defacements
Days after the first attack, ShinyHunters is applying pressure with ransom messages on school login portals. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: ShinyHunters escalates Canvas attacks with school login defacements
Massive AI investment scam network spans 15,500 domains
AI investment scammers abused the Keitaro ad-tracking platform to cloak their campaign, exposing it only to likely targets. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Massive AI investment scam network spans 15,500 domains
If a fake moustache can fool age checks, is the Online Safety Act working?
A UK report finds some progress since the Act came into force, but widespread workarounds, ongoing harm, and unresolved privacy concerns suggest the impact is still limited. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: If a…
Google Chrome’s silent 4GB AI download problem
Google Chrome writes a 4GB AI model to users’ devices without asking, and reinstalls it if you delete it. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Google Chrome’s silent 4GB AI download problem
Millions of students’ personal data stolen in major education breach
ShinyHunters claims it stole personal data from 275 million users on Instructure’s Canvas platform across schools and education providers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Millions of students’ personal data stolen in major education breach
Attackers adopt JavaScript runtime Bun to spread NWHStealer
A legitimate developer tool is being repurposed by attackers to package and spread this Windows infostealer in harder-to-detect ways. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Attackers adopt JavaScript runtime Bun to spread NWHStealer
Update WhatsApp now: Two new flaws could expose you to malicious files
WhatsApp patches flaws that could expose users to malicious content and disguised malware. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Update WhatsApp now: Two new flaws could expose you to malicious files
Cyberattacks are raising your prices (Lock and Code S07E09)
This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Eva Velasquez about small business cyberattacks and the “cyber tax” coming for us all. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Cyberattacks are raising your…
Thousands of Facebook accounts stolen by phishing emails sent through Google
In an ongoing operation, hackers are hijacking Facebook accounts using Google AppSheet to send phishing emails that pass security checks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Thousands of Facebook accounts stolen by phishing emails sent…
The 2026 World Cup scam economy is already running before the first whistle
A four-part scam economy is already forming around the 2026 World Cup, using the tournament’s brand to sell everything from fake visas to worthless tokens. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: The 2026 World Cup…
A week in security (April 27 – May 3)
A list of topics we covered in the week of April 27 to May 3 of 2026 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (April 27 – May 3)
3 easy-to-miss cybersecurity risks for small businesses
Small business owners should be sure to fix these three non-technical risks that require little cybersecurity expertise. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: 3 easy-to-miss cybersecurity risks for small businesses
Actively exploited cPanel bug exposes millions of websites to takeover
A vulnerability in the cPanel/WHM admin interface lets attackers access websites without a username and password. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Actively exploited cPanel bug exposes millions of websites to takeover
More PayPal emails hijacked to deliver tech support scams
We investigate how scammers are abusing PayPal’s systems to push victims into calling fake support numbers. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: More PayPal emails hijacked to deliver tech support scams
Hackers stole hundreds of thousands of Roblox accounts: Here’s what to do
Hackers used fake Roblox “game enhancements” to steal login details from hundreds of thousands of players, then sold the accounts for profit. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Hackers stole hundreds of thousands of Roblox…
Researchers built a chatbot that only knows the world before 1931
What happens when you strip the internet out of AI? Researchers built a chatbot that only knows the world before 1931. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Researchers built a chatbot that only knows the…
Microsoft won’t patch PhantomRPC: Feature or bug?
A researcher has detailed five ways to exploit PhantomRPC, which Microsoft rates “moderate” and does not plan to fix. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Microsoft won’t patch PhantomRPC: Feature or bug?
Scam-checking just got a lot easier: Malwarebytes is now in Claude
We’re in Claude! Now everyone can use our threat intel to check suspicious links, phone numbers, or email addresses. We’re committed to helping you spot scams. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Scam-checking just got a lot easier:…
Fake CAPTCHA scam turns a quick click into a costly phone bill
Scammers are using fake CAPTCHA pages to rack up international SMS charges on victims’ phone bills, and then take a cut. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Fake CAPTCHA scam turns a quick click into…