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fromTechCrunch
6 hours ago

FBI announces takedown of phishing operation that targeted thousands of victims | TechCrunch

The FBI dismantled a global phishing operation, W3LL, targeting over 17,000 victims and facilitating over $20 million in fraud.
fromArs Technica
5 hours ago

Your tech support company runs scams. Stop-or disguise with more fraud?

Tech Live Connect processed fraudulent charges using real customer data, including names and addresses, to make the charges appear legitimate and maintain a low chargeback ratio.
Privacy professionals
#cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency
fromSecurityWeek
13 hours ago

International Operation Targets Multimillion-Dollar Crypto Theft Schemes

Operation Atlantic targets multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft, freezing $12 million in stolen assets and identifying over $45 million in stolen funds.
Cryptocurrency
fromTheregister
4 days ago

US, UK, Canadian cops disrupt $45M global crypto scam

A global cryptocurrency scam was disrupted, recovering $12 million and identifying over 20,000 fraud-linked wallet addresses across 30 countries.
Cryptocurrency
fromSecurityWeek
13 hours ago

International Operation Targets Multimillion-Dollar Crypto Theft Schemes

Operation Atlantic targets multimillion-dollar cryptocurrency theft, freezing $12 million in stolen assets and identifying over $45 million in stolen funds.
Cryptocurrency
fromTheregister
4 days ago

US, UK, Canadian cops disrupt $45M global crypto scam

A global cryptocurrency scam was disrupted, recovering $12 million and identifying over 20,000 fraud-linked wallet addresses across 30 countries.
#data-breach
EU data protection
fromTNW | Data-Security
16 hours ago

Basic-Fit hit by hack affecting members across multiple countries, including 200,000 in the Netherlands

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting 200,000 members, exposing personal and bank details but not passwords or identity documents.
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
7 hours ago

Booking.com Hack Exposes Customer Data, Sparks Travel Scam Fears

Hackers breached Booking.com, exposing personal data of customers, including names, addresses, and booking details, raising concerns about privacy and security.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Data-Security
16 hours ago

Basic-Fit hit by hack affecting members across multiple countries, including 200,000 in the Netherlands

Basic-Fit experienced a data breach affecting 200,000 members, exposing personal and bank details but not passwords or identity documents.
Privacy professionals
fromTechRepublic
7 hours ago

Booking.com Hack Exposes Customer Data, Sparks Travel Scam Fears

Hackers breached Booking.com, exposing personal data of customers, including names, addresses, and booking details, raising concerns about privacy and security.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

Hack at Anodot leaves over a dozen breached companies facing extortion | TechCrunch

Hackers stole data from multiple companies after breaching Anodot, exposing customers to extortion and potential data publication.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
15 hours ago

Phone firms should use technology to stop children taking nudes, police chief says

Tech firms must enhance children's online safety by preventing the creation of nude images on their devices, according to law enforcement officials.
#cybersecurity
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Initiative Expanding Threat Intelligence Access for Digital Asset Firms

U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms to enhance protections and integrate with traditional finance.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
11 hours ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
3 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Silicon Valley
fromWIRED
14 hours ago

The Dumbest Hack of the Year Exposed a Very Real Problem

A cyberattack in Silicon Valley exploited weak passwords to spoof crosswalk button recordings with voices of tech CEOs, raising security concerns.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
10 hours ago

Weekly Recap: Fiber Optic Spying, Windows Rootkit, AI Vulnerability Hunting and More

A critical zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader is actively exploited, alongside state-sponsored cyber threats targeting U.S. infrastructure.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Signature Healthcare in Brockton hit by cybersecurity incident

Signature Healthcare is managing a cybersecurity incident, affecting some services while maintaining inpatient and emergency care.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Treasury Launches Cybersecurity Initiative Expanding Threat Intelligence Access for Digital Asset Firms

U.S. Treasury expands cybersecurity coordination with digital asset firms to enhance protections and integrate with traditional finance.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
11 hours ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Law
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Chelsea man sentenced for stealing mail, fraudulently depositing checks

Josman Romero-Delgado was sentenced for his role in a mail theft and bank fraud scheme involving stolen checks.
Apple
fromTechRepublic
4 days ago

New Apple Scam Hits Millions of iPhone Users Worldwide, Draining Bank Accounts

Apple warns iPhone users about a surge in social engineering scams targeting bank accounts through panic-inducing messages.
Canada news
fromThe Walrus
6 days ago

Why Your Credit Card Is a National Security Threat | The Walrus

Canada needs to develop its own digital payment infrastructure to ensure financial autonomy and protect against foreign control.
#kraken
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
7 hours ago

Kraken Targeted by Extortion Group Threatening to Leak Internal Support Videos

Kraken will not pay ransom demanded by a criminal group threatening to release internal support videos.
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
7 hours ago

Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff

Kraken experienced two insider-related security incidents but confirmed no systems were breached and no client funds were at risk.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
7 hours ago

Kraken Targeted by Extortion Group Threatening to Leak Internal Support Videos

Kraken will not pay ransom demanded by a criminal group threatening to release internal support videos.
Information security
fromBitcoin Magazine
7 hours ago

Crypto Exchange Kraken Faces Extortion Attempt After Insider Access Incidents Involving Support Staff

Kraken experienced two insider-related security incidents but confirmed no systems were breached and no client funds were at risk.
Law
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Computer engineer claims he was penalised for flagging Israeli links of firm given 'bananas' server access at top Irish cybersecurity company

A cyber-security firm reprimanded an engineer for discriminatory comments regarding an Israeli company's access to its servers amid concerns about Palestinian genocide.
Apple
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Warning to all iPhone users over new scam draining bank accounts

iPhone users are warned about a scam involving fake Apple Pay alerts that drain bank accounts.
#phishing
Information security
fromTheregister
6 days ago

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.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago
Information security

Tax Season Means Phishing Season: How Individuals and Businesses Can Protect Themselves

Phishing attacks during tax season have become more sophisticated, leveraging generative AI to impersonate trusted entities like the IRS.
fromThe Hacker News
2 weeks ago
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.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
9 hours ago

FBI and Indonesian Police Dismantle W3LL Phishing Network Behind $20M Fraud Attempts

The FBI and Indonesian National Police dismantled a global phishing operation using the W3LL toolkit, preventing over $20 million in fraud.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
3 weeks ago

Tycoon 2FA Fully Operational Despite Law Enforcement Takedown

Tycoon 2FA continues to operate despite international takedown efforts, facilitating phishing attacks and compromising accounts without alerts.
Information security
fromTheregister
6 days ago

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.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Tax Season Means Phishing Season: How Individuals and Businesses Can Protect Themselves

Phishing attacks during tax season have become more sophisticated, leveraging generative AI to impersonate trusted entities like the IRS.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 weeks ago

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.
#ai-fraud
Information security
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

What IT leaders need to know about AI-fueled death fraud

AI-generated fake death certificates pose significant risks for businesses by enabling fraudsters to exploit customer accounts and data.
Information security
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

What IT leaders need to know about AI-fueled death fraud

AI-generated fake death certificates pose significant risks for businesses by enabling fraudsters to exploit customer accounts and data.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
11 hours ago

BrowserGate: Claims of LinkedIn 'Spying' Clash With Security Research Findings

LinkedIn allegedly scans users' computers to collect data on browser extensions, raising concerns about corporate espionage.
Apple
fromTheregister
4 days ago

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.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 hours ago

Ransomware scum, other crims exploit 4 old Microsoft bugs

Four Microsoft vulnerabilities are actively exploited, including one from 2012, prompting CISA to urge federal agencies to patch them within two weeks.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
4 hours ago

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses face backlash for privacy violations and plans for facial recognition technology, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
#ai
Information security
fromFortune
3 days ago

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
fromTechzine Global
4 hours ago

Runtime security becomes critical as AI accelerates threats

Artificial intelligence accelerates innovation and cyber threats, necessitating a focus on runtime security for effective enterprise protection.
Information security
fromFortune
3 days ago

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
fromThe Hacker News
5 hours ago

JanelaRAT Malware Targets Latin American Banks with 14,739 Attacks in Brazil in 2025

JanelaRAT malware targets financial institutions in Latin America, stealing sensitive data and employing advanced infection techniques.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
5 days ago

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.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
15 hours ago

Adobe patches vulnerability that steals data via PDFs

A sophisticated attack exploits a vulnerability in Adobe Reader via malicious PDF files to gather sensitive information and potentially execute arbitrary code.
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

MITRE Releases Fight Fraud Framework

"These incidents involve the intentional use of deceptive or illegal practices to fraudulently obtain money, assets, or information from individuals or institutions, and include actions carried out over cyber channels."
Information security
Privacy professionals
fromMedCity News
3 weeks ago

The Evolving Landscape of Privacy and Cybersecurity: Essential Strategies for Legal and Compliance Professionals - MedCity News

Organizations must combine strong controls with comprehensive employee training and accountability culture to effectively protect sensitive data and comply with evolving privacy laws.
Science
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

FBI says ATM 'jackpotting' attacks are on the rise, and netting hackers millions in stolen cash | TechCrunch

ATM jackpotting has become organized criminal activity, with over 700 attacks in 2025 stealing at least $20 million using physical access and Ploutus malware.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

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.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

Android trojan linked to Cambodia following anomalous DNS spike

A banking Trojan operating from Cambodia registers 35 new domains monthly, targeting users in 21 countries and exploiting fake apps for fraud.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Cyber criminals too are working from home... your home

The FBI warns that cybercriminals use residential proxies to mask illegal activities by hijacking IoT devices, smartphones, and routers, threatening both consumers and enterprises, particularly older devices.
#cybercrime
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

FBI: Cybercrime Losses Neared $21 Billion in 2025

Cyber-enabled crime losses increased by 26% in 2025, nearing $21 billion, with investment fraud being the most significant contributor.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
5 days ago

FBI: Cybercrime Losses Neared $21 Billion in 2025

Cyber-enabled crime losses increased by 26% in 2025, nearing $21 billion, with investment fraud being the most significant contributor.
#ransomware
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

Medusa Ransomware Fast to Exploit Vulnerabilities, Breached Systems

Medusa ransomware group rapidly exploits vulnerabilities, impacting critical sectors and employing double extortion tactics since June 2021.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

Medusa Ransomware Fast to Exploit Vulnerabilities, Breached Systems

Medusa ransomware group rapidly exploits vulnerabilities, impacting critical sectors and employing double extortion tactics since June 2021.
#identity-management
fromThe Hacker News
5 days ago
Information security

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.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

[Webinar] How to Close Identity Gaps in 2026 Before AI Exploits Enterprise Risk

Identity programs are maturing, yet the risk from disconnected applications and AI agents is increasing for enterprises.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
5 days ago

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.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

[Webinar] How to Close Identity Gaps in 2026 Before AI Exploits Enterprise Risk

Identity programs are maturing, yet the risk from disconnected applications and AI agents is increasing for enterprises.
Privacy professionals
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Turns out most cybercriminals are old enough to know better

Middle-aged adults aged 35-44 comprise 37% of cybercrime arrests, with 25-44 year-olds accounting for nearly 60% of cases, contradicting the teenage hacker stereotype.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

The Next Cybersecurity Crisis Isn't Breaches-It's Data You Can't Trust

Data integrity now encompasses data trust, emphasizing the importance of reliable data in AI-driven decision-making.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
3 weeks ago

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.
#phishing-attack
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 weeks ago

Targeted Phishing Attack Breaches Biotech Company Data

Intuitive Surgical suffered a phishing attack compromising employee credentials, exposing customer and corporate data, though operational systems and customer networks remained unaffected due to network segmentation.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 weeks ago

Security Firm Executive Targeted in Sophisticated Phishing Attack

A C-level executive at Outpost24 was targeted by a sophisticated phishing attack using the Kratos phishing-as-a-service kit that exploited legitimate services like Cisco and Nylas to bypass security defenses.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 weeks ago

Targeted Phishing Attack Breaches Biotech Company Data

Intuitive Surgical suffered a phishing attack compromising employee credentials, exposing customer and corporate data, though operational systems and customer networks remained unaffected due to network segmentation.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 weeks ago

Security Firm Executive Targeted in Sophisticated Phishing Attack

A C-level executive at Outpost24 was targeted by a sophisticated phishing attack using the Kratos phishing-as-a-service kit that exploited legitimate services like Cisco and Nylas to bypass security defenses.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Crims hit EV charger firm ELECQ, steal customer contact data

In a notice sent to customers on Monday and seen by The Register, the EV charging outfit said that it detected "unusual activity" on its AWS cloud platform on March 7 and quickly discovered that attackers had launched a ransomware attack against parts of its infrastructure. According to the message, some databases were both encrypted and copied during the intrusion, meaning that the crooks likely walked off with user information before the company pulled the plug.
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