Mar 01, 2025

In recent news, Israeli hacking tools maker Cellebrite has banned the Serbian government from using its products due to allegations of misuse, raising concerns about privacy violations and potential human rights abuses. The situation in Serbia highlights the need for a thorough investigation into the illicit spying activities, especially during police interrogations. Reports of breaches and ransomware attacks, such as the Philippine Army breach and the Southern Water ransomware attack, continue to surface, indicating the ongoing threat posed by cybercriminals.

On the cybersecurity front, the involvement of North Korean hackers in stealing $1.5 billion from a cryptocurrency exchange serves as a stark reminder of the risks posed by state-sponsored cybercriminals. Malicious activities like the injection of code in Magento online stores and the abuse of PyPI packages for music piracy emphasize the need for heightened security measures. With vishing attacks on the rise and new malware variants targeting macOS users, immediate attention and action are necessary to mitigate the risks posed by these cybersecurity incidents.

I have also come across a concerning report about the cybercrime network Storm-2139 bypassing AI guardrails to create harmful content, including non-consensual intimate images. Additionally, Chinese hackers infiltrating Belgium’s intelligence service and proposed laws in France to backdoor encrypted messaging systems raise concerns about individual privacy and security. The closure of the Cleveland Municipal Court due to a cybersecurity incident and flaws in the Windows CE operating system used in critical infrastructure settings further underscore the need for robust cybersecurity measures and timely patching to protect against evolving threats.

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