Jul 01, 2025 Today, I came across concerning news regarding cyber threats targeting various industries, including aviation and transportation. A hacking group known as Scattered Spider has resurfaced, targeting companies in the UK and US with sophisticated attacks involving social engineering and ransomware deployment. The FBI, Google, and Palo Alto
Jun 29, 2025 Today, I learned about the concerning rise in surveillance measures in the United States, mirroring China’s heavily-monitored state. Government agencies accessing personal data without consent raises transparency and privacy concerns, especially with the use of AI technology in decision-making lacking adequate regulations. The dismantling of platforms like
Jun 28, 2025 Summary of eight top cybersecurity news stories from various sources, including Microsoft’s announcement of a new Windows Endpoint Security Platform after a CrowdStrike outage, a cyberattack affecting Hawaiian Airlines, and a phishing campaign exploiting Microsoft 365’s Direct Send feature to spoof internal users. The email includes incidents
Jun 27, 2025 I recently came across news reports highlighting various cybersecurity incidents and developments that require immediate attention. One concerning issue is the need for the US to strengthen its exploit development pipeline to remain competitive in cyberspace, as highlighted in a report from the Atlantic Council. Challenges in
Jun 26, 2025 I just received alarming news about hackers breaching a Norwegian dam and manipulating its water valve, raising concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure systems. The breach at Lake Risevatnet dam in Southwest Norway was made possible due to a weak password for the valve’s control panel,
Jun 25, 2025 Recently, there have been alarming reports of cyberattacks targeting various industries, highlighting the interconnected nature of cybersecurity threats. The ransomware attack on Marks & Spencer inadvertently boosted sales for other retailers, underscoring the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures in the retail sector. Additionally, Twitter’s failure to address
Jun 24, 2025 I recently came across some concerning news about a cyberattack on CoinMarketCap, where hackers exploited a vulnerability in the website’s animated logo to steal almost $45,000 worth of assets from over 110 users. The threat actor believed to be behind the attack, Zartix, is associated with an
Jun 23, 2025 I recently heard about the Top Risk Review H1 2025 survey conducted by The Cybersecurity Club, focusing on the major shifts in the cyber landscape. The survey highlighted concerning trends such as AI-powered phishing attacks, ransomware threats to critical infrastructure, and supply chain breaches disrupting global operations.
Jun 22, 2025 In recent cybersecurity news, a major data breach involving 16 billion credentials has been revealed, consisting of stolen data from past breaches and malware logs. While the credentials may not be current, the risk of phishing attacks and identity theft remains high, emphasizing the importance of maintaining
Jun 21, 2025 Today’s news brought to light the concerning use of app-specific passwords by Russian hackers to bypass multi-factor authentication and access victims’ Gmail accounts. This poses a significant threat to individuals and organizations relying on these passwords for security. The involvement of APT29, the cyber branch of the