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23 hours ago

Google Rolls Out Cookie Theft Protections in Chrome

Google introduces Device Bound Session Credentials in Chrome to enhance security against session cookie theft.

from24/7 Wall St.

The Real Reason Cloudflare Is Down 11% Today Has Nothing to Do With Insider Selling

Insider selling at Cloudflare is routine and does not indicate trouble; the real concern is competition from Anthropic's new AI offerings.

Apple

Security reserchers tricked Apple Intelligence into cursing

Apple Intelligence can be hijacked through prompt injection, exposing millions of users to risk, but a fix was implemented in iOS 26.4 and macOS 26.4.

fromTechCrunch

Hack-for-hire group caught targeting Android devices and iCloud backups | TechCrunch

A hack-for-hire group is targeting journalists and officials in the Middle East and North Africa using phishing and spyware tactics.

Healthcare

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Massachusetts Hospital Diverts Ambulances as Cyberattack Causes Disruption

Signature Healthcare in Brockton diverted ambulances due to a cyberattack, impacting services but not surgeries or procedures.

#ai

Tech industry

Cloudflare and GoDaddy team up to help websites fend off Big Tech's AI bot swarm

fromIntelligencer

Is the AI Cybersecurity Apocalypse Already Here?

AI models are enhancing both software development and hacking capabilities, leading to a race for improved coding tools and security measures.

Cloudflare, GoDaddy team up to curb AI bot brigades

Cloudflare and GoDaddy are partnering to help website owners control AI interactions with their content.

fromFortune

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.

Tech industry

Cloudflare and GoDaddy team up to help websites fend off Big Tech's AI bot swarm

Cloudflare and GoDaddy are partnering to help web content creators control AI bot interactions and address revenue loss from AI content scraping.

fromIntelligencer

Is the AI Cybersecurity Apocalypse Already Here?

AI models are enhancing both software development and hacking capabilities, leading to a race for improved coding tools and security measures.

Cloudflare, GoDaddy team up to curb AI bot brigades

Cloudflare and GoDaddy are partnering to help website owners control AI interactions with their content.

fromFortune

Anthropic's Mythos is a wake up call, but experts say the era of AI-driven hacking is already here | Fortune

Anthropic's Mythos AI model is too dangerous to release widely due to its ability to exploit software vulnerabilities.

Information security

Hackers are turning home routers into tools to spy on Microsoft 365 users

Privacy professionals

NHS Scotland-linked domains push pr0n and illegal streams

fromZDNET

14 hours ago

Information security

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

fromNextgov.com

15 hours ago

Information security

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

In Other News: Cyberattack Stings Stryker, Windows Zero-Day, China Supercomputer Hack

Cybersecurity developments include discussions on AI risks, new malware targeting crypto wallets, and collaboration among Japanese corporations to enhance security.

17 hours ago

GlassWorm Campaign Uses Zig Dropper to Infect Multiple Developer IDEs

A new Zig dropper in the GlassWorm campaign stealthily infects all IDEs on a developer's machine through a malicious VS Code extension.

fromTechSpot

Hackers are turning home routers into tools to spy on Microsoft 365 users

Forest Blizzard hackers exploit insecure routers to compromise devices and intercept traffic, targeting Microsoft 365 domains for sensitive data.

NHS Scotland-linked domains push pr0n and illegal streams

Scottish healthcare provider domains have been hijacked to promote adult content and illegal sports streams.

fromZDNET

14 hours ago

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

FBI and NSA warn of Russian hackers targeting vulnerable routers, urging users to update firmware and strengthen passwords.

fromNextgov.com

15 hours ago

US push to counter hackers draws industry deeper into offensive cyber debate

The U.S. government seeks private sector involvement in cyber defense, but clarity on offensive roles remains uncertain.

In Other News: Cyberattack Stings Stryker, Windows Zero-Day, China Supercomputer Hack

Cybersecurity developments include discussions on AI risks, new malware targeting crypto wallets, and collaboration among Japanese corporations to enhance security.

17 hours ago

GlassWorm Campaign Uses Zig Dropper to Infect Multiple Developer IDEs

A new Zig dropper in the GlassWorm campaign stealthily infects all IDEs on a developer's machine through a malicious VS Code extension.

We Are At War

Rising geopolitical tensions are increasingly intertwined with cyber operations and the politicization of technology.

fromWIRED

Men Are Buying Hacking Tools to Use Against Their Wives and Friends

Telegram groups facilitate the sale of hacking and surveillance services, promoting abusive content targeting women and girls.

DevOps

Documentation can contain malicious instructions for agents

Context Hub may enhance API usage but poses risks of software supply chain attacks through unverified documentation.

fromFast Company

It's way too easy to cheat now

Generative AI enables undetectable scams, including fake X-rays that deceive even experienced radiologists.

18 hours ago

CPUID hijacked to serve malware as HWMonitor downloads

CPUID's website was compromised, redirecting users to malware-laden downloads for several hours.

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Hybrid P2P Botnet, 13-Year-Old Apache RCE and 18 More Stories

A new variant of the Phorpiex botnet combines traditional and peer-to-peer communication, facilitating sophisticated malware operations and high-volume spam.

22 hours ago

Critical Marimo Flaw Exploited Hours After Public Disclosure

A critical vulnerability in Marimo was exploited within hours of its public disclosure, allowing unauthenticated remote code execution.

Evasive Masjesu DDoS Botnet Targets IoT Devices

Masjesu is a botnet targeting IoT devices for DDoS attacks, active since 2023 and primarily advertised on Telegram.

Internet Infrastructure TLD .arpa Abused in Phishing Attacks

Threat actors abuse the .arpa TLD infrastructure to host phishing content by exploiting DNS provider controls to add IP address records where only reverse DNS records should exist.

Fake Google Security page hijacks browser as proxy for attackers

Attackers use fake Google security notifications to install malicious Progressive Web Apps that steal one-time passwords, crypto wallet addresses, location data, and intercept SMS codes through social engineering and legitimate browser APIs.

Hundreds compromised daily in Microsoft device code phishes

A Microsoft device-code phishing campaign is compromising hundreds of organizations daily, utilizing AI and automation to steal financial data.

Major phishing campaign on GitHub using fake security alerts

A large-scale phishing campaign targets developers on GitHub, exploiting Discussions to spread fake security alerts about Visual Studio Code and distribute malware.

Information security

Hackers Use Fake Resumes to Steal Enterprise Credentials and Deploy Crypto Miner

A phishing campaign targets French-speaking corporations with fake resumes, deploying malware for credential theft and cryptocurrency mining.

2 months ago

Information security

Browser-in-the-Browser technique rapidly gaining ground as an attack method

Advanced phishing attacks on Facebook are increasing, using Browser-in-the-Browser and abused cloud platforms to create highly convincing fake login windows.

Privacy technologies

Fake Google Security page hijacks browser as proxy for attackers

Hundreds compromised daily in Microsoft device code phishes

A Microsoft device-code phishing campaign is compromising hundreds of organizations daily, utilizing AI and automation to steal financial data.

Major phishing campaign on GitHub using fake security alerts

A large-scale phishing campaign targets developers on GitHub, exploiting Discussions to spread fake security alerts about Visual Studio Code and distribute malware.

Hackers Use Fake Resumes to Steal Enterprise Credentials and Deploy Crypto Miner

A phishing campaign targets French-speaking corporations with fake resumes, deploying malware for credential theft and cryptocurrency mining.

2 months ago

Information security

Browser-in-the-Browser technique rapidly gaining ground as an attack method

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#cybercrime

fromthenextweb.com

Unmasking the illusion of safety online

Personal cybersecurity responsibility is essential as cybercrime costs billions annually, with social media amplifying vulnerabilities through voluntary data sharing and AI-enabled threat analysis.

fromTechRepublic

Information security

New Scam Alert: QR Codes Replace Links in Traffic Ticket Phishing

fromThe Cipher Brief

Information security

New Presidential Executive Order Targets Transnational Cybercrime

5 days ago

Information security

Don't glamorize cybercrims, roast them instead

fromthenextweb.com

Unmasking the illusion of safety online

Personal cybersecurity responsibility is essential as cybercrime costs billions annually, with social media amplifying vulnerabilities through voluntary data sharing and AI-enabled threat analysis.

fromTechRepublic

New Scam Alert: QR Codes Replace Links in Traffic Ticket Phishing

Cybercriminals are using QR codes in traffic-violation scams to deceive victims into providing sensitive information.

fromThe Cipher Brief

New Presidential Executive Order Targets Transnational Cybercrime

Transnational cybercrime is escalating, with significant financial losses and a need for enhanced national security measures.

5 days ago

Don't glamorize cybercrims, roast them instead

Cybercrime groups should not be glamorized; they are ordinary individuals using computers for theft, not mythical entities.

Russian State-Linked APT28 Exploits SOHO Routers in Global DNS Hijacking Campaign

APT28 has launched a campaign exploiting MikroTik and TP-Link routers for cyber espionage, compromising DNS settings to capture credentials since May 2025.

The Hidden Cost of Recurring Credential Incidents

Credential incidents cause significant operational costs and disruptions, impacting IT teams and overall business productivity beyond just breach prevention.

Shrinking the IAM Attack Surface through Identity Visibility and Intelligence Platforms (IVIP)

Enterprise IAM faces fragmentation, leading to Identity Dark Matter and a significant gap in visibility and security oversight.

fromSecuritymagazine

Ransomware Response: How Businesses Regain Control Under Pressure

Ransomware attacks create urgent pressure, forcing quick decisions and impacting operations, legal obligations, and overall enterprise strategy.

Hackers Targeting Ninja Forms Vulnerability That Exposes WordPress Sites to Takeover

A critical vulnerability in Ninja Forms allows file uploads that could lead to remote code execution on affected websites.

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Finds Thousands of Zero-Day Flaws Across Major Systems

Anthropic's Project Glasswing uses Claude Mythos to identify and address cybersecurity vulnerabilities, surpassing human capabilities in some instances.

N. Korean Hackers Spread 1,700 Malicious Packages Across npm, PyPI, Go, Rust

Contagious Interview campaign targets Go, Rust, and PHP ecosystems with malicious packages that function as malware loaders.

fromWIRED

Iran-Linked Hackers Are Sabotaging US Energy and Water Infrastructure

Iran has launched a hacking campaign targeting US industrial control systems, causing disruptions in critical infrastructure.

Critical Flowise Vulnerability in Attacker Crosshairs

A critical vulnerability in Flowise allows remote code execution, posing severe security risks to systems and sensitive data.

fromTechCrunch

Russian government hackers broke into thousands of home routers to steal passwords | TechCrunch

Russian hackers hijacked thousands of routers globally to redirect internet traffic and steal passwords and access tokens.

Over 1,000 Exposed ComfyUI Instances Targeted in Cryptomining Botnet Campaign

A campaign targets ComfyUI instances for cryptocurrency mining and botnet enlistment through remote code execution exploits.

The New Rules of Engagement: Matching Agentic Attack Speed

AI-enabled cyberattacks are currently occurring, with significant impacts on organizations and a widening gap between attackers and defenders.

fromSilicon Canals

A single maintainer, a fake company, and a three-hour window: inside the Axios supply chain hijack - Silicon Canals

A single maintainer's vulnerability led to a significant security breach in a widely used JavaScript library, exposing thousands of systems to potential credential theft.

Attackers exploited the FortiClient EMS bug as a 0-day

Fortinet released an emergency patch for a critical vulnerability in FortiClient EMS, which is being actively exploited.

6 days ago

Fortinet Patches Actively Exploited CVE-2026-35616 in FortiClient EMS

Fortinet released patches for a critical vulnerability in FortiClient EMS, allowing unauthenticated attackers to execute unauthorized commands.

Attackers exploited the FortiClient EMS bug as a 0-day

Fortinet released an emergency patch for a critical vulnerability in FortiClient EMS, which is being actively exploited.

6 days ago

Fortinet Patches Actively Exploited CVE-2026-35616 in FortiClient EMS

Fortinet released patches for a critical vulnerability in FortiClient EMS, allowing unauthenticated attackers to execute unauthorized commands.

Multi-OS Cyberattacks: How SOCs Close a Critical Risk in 3 Steps

Multi-OS attacks complicate SOC operations, leading to delays, fragmented evidence, and increased escalation volume, ultimately allowing attackers more time to operate.

DPRK-Linked Hackers Use GitHub as C2 in Multi-Stage Attacks Targeting South Korea

DPRK-linked threat actors use GitHub for command-and-control in attacks on South Korean organizations, employing obfuscated LNK files and PowerShell scripts.

Stolen Logins Are Fueling Everything From Ransomware to Nation-State Cyberattacks

Stolen credentials significantly enhance ransomware attacks, enabling illegitimate access and operational disruption within networks.

Cloudflare-Themed ClickFix Attack Drops Infiniti Stealer on Macs

macOS users are targeted by a ClickFix campaign delivering a Python-based information stealer through a fake Cloudflare verification page.

BIND Updates Patch High-Severity Vulnerabilities

ISC released BIND 9 updates to fix four vulnerabilities, including two high-severity bugs that can lead to memory leaks and high CPU consumption.

Aisuru and Kimwolf DDoS Botnets Disrupted in International Operation

The US Justice Department disrupted several IoT botnets used for DDoS attacks, targeting Aisuru, Kimwolf, JackSkid, and Mossad.

Identity has become malleable for cyber attackers

Modern cyberattacks combine psychological manipulation, deepfakes, voice phishing, and stolen data to breach even well-defended organizations without exploiting software vulnerabilities.

#credential-theft

Information security

Threat Actor Targeting VPN Users in New Credential Theft Campaign

Storm-2561 uses SEO poisoning and GitHub hosting to distribute trojans impersonating VPN software, stealing credentials through signed malware that evades detection.

4 weeks ago

Credential-stealing crew spoofs Ivanti, Fortinet, Cisco VPNs

Storm-2561 cybercriminals distribute fake VPN clients through manipulated search results to steal user credentials via malicious MSI installers.

Threat Actor Targeting VPN Users in New Credential Theft Campaign

Storm-2561 uses SEO poisoning and GitHub hosting to distribute trojans impersonating VPN software, stealing credentials through signed malware that evades detection.

4 weeks ago

Credential-stealing crew spoofs Ivanti, Fortinet, Cisco VPNs

Storm-2561 cybercriminals distribute fake VPN clients through manipulated search results to steal user credentials via malicious MSI installers.

more#credential-theft

fromSecuritymagazine

Targeted Phishing Attack Breaches Biotech Company Data

This phishing attack enabled the threat actor to access 'certain internal IT business applications.' The malicious actor gained unauthorized entry by compromising an employee's access to the organization's internal network for business administration.

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fromBusiness Matters

NCSC Safety Net Retiring: 56% of UK Domains Still Vulnerable to Email Spoofing

UK organizations face a critical cybersecurity gap as NCSC retires Mail Check and Web Check by March 2026, requiring immediate DMARC enforcement adoption to prevent spoofing and phishing attacks.

fromMashable

Hackers use this tool to bypass fraud detection and weaponize Google ads

The service, referred to as 1Campaign, provides hackers with a one-stop-shop for running malicious ads and enabling fraud "at scale," a recent report by cybersecurity company Varonis uncovered. Using just a single dashboard, hackers can cloak malicious content from security researchers, ad platform reviewers, and automated scanners - who instead see a benign white page - and target general users with phishing or scam attempts.

Information security

#clickfix

Information security

Microsoft Discloses DNS-Based ClickFix Attack Using Nslookup for Malware Staging

Information security

Microsoft Warns of ClickFix Attack Abusing DNS Lookups

Information security

Microsoft Discloses DNS-Based ClickFix Attack Using Nslookup for Malware Staging

Information security

Microsoft Warns of ClickFix Attack Abusing DNS Lookups

'Stanley' Malware Toolkit Enables Phishing via Website Spoofing

Stanley MaaS creates Chrome extensions that keep the address bar showing legitimate URLs while delivering attacker-controlled phishing content.

fromZDNET