Chinese hackers infiltrated phones central to Downing Street, reports indicate
Reports have surfaced indicating that Chinese state-affiliated hackers infiltrated mobile phones in central Downing Street as part of an extensive cyber-espionage effort targeting global telecommunications. According to findings released in 2024, U.S. authorities uncovered that a group had breached telecom companies worldwide, prompting them to notify allies for the first time. This cyber campaign reportedly […]
Hackers reportedly take 1 million customer records in a data breach at Brightspeed.
BrightSpeed, a major fiber broadband provider in the U.S., is currently looking into claims that hackers compromised sensitive information for over 1 million customers. The allegations came to light when a group known as the Crimson Collective posted a warning on Telegram, urging BrightSpeed employees to check their emails. They asserted they have taken control […]
Hackers Demand Bitcoin Ransom to Prevent Exposure of Pornhub Users
Hacker Group ‘ShinyHunters’ Claims to Have Stolen Pornhub User Data A hacker group known as ‘ShinyHunters’ claims it has acquired sensitive personal information from users of Pornhub, a major adult entertainment platform. They are reportedly demanding a ransom payment in Bitcoin to prevent the release of this data, which could have serious repercussions for those […]
Hackers break into 120,000 home security cameras in South Korea and sell sexual videos
South Korean Police Arrest Four in Home Camera Hacking Case On Monday, the South Korean National Police Agency revealed that four individuals had been detained on suspicion of hacking into 120,000 home surveillance cameras. These arrests were part of a larger investigation concerning the sale of sexually explicit videos and the creation of content exploiting […]
Chinese hackers utilize Anthropic’s Claude AI in significant cyberattack efforts
Cybersecurity is undergoing significant changes due to the rapid emergence of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) tools, which are altering the threat landscape. Over the past year, there’s been a noticeable increase in attacks that use AI models to write code, scan networks, and automate complex processes. This has allowed defenders to bolster their efforts but […]
Chinese hackers deceive Anthropic’s AI to streamline their cyberattacks.
AI Company Warns of Cyberattacks by State-Sponsored Hackers Anthropic, an artificial intelligence company, has reported that state-sponsored hackers from China have used its AI technology to conduct widespread cyberattacks. These attacks, which took place in September, were executed by hackers posing as security auditors for their targets, allowing them to bypass the company’s security measures […]
Russian hackers employ counterfeit CAPTCHA tests to distribute harmful malware
Russian state-sponsored hackers are increasing their cyberattacks, utilizing a new form of malware that disguises itself as fake CAPTCHA tests. This group, referred to as Star Blizzard or ColdRiver, is employing ClickFix attacks, deceiving users into activating harmful software masked as a simple “I’m not a robot” verification check. These tactics signal a fresh wave […]
‘Elite Institution in Trouble’: Hackers Take Over Ivy League System to Send Mass Emails Alleging Illegal Actions by the School
University of Pennsylvania Hit by Email Hack On Friday, the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education experienced a significant security breach, impacting the school’s email system. One message sent from the graduate school’s account included derogatory language about the university, calling it a “shithole.” It also accused the institution of violating laws related to […]
North Korean Hackers Utilize ‘EtherHiding’ to Store Malware on Ethereum and BNB Blockchains
Simply put Researchers from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group have identified North Korean hackers utilizing malware called EtherHiding. This malware allows for stealthy and untraceable delivery of malicious code through smart contracts. Pro-regime hackers have already siphoned off over $2 billion this year alone, largely from a hack involving the Bybit exchange. Google’s Threat Intelligence Group […]
Can hackers attack your car’s tires?
New Car Hacking Vulnerability Found Hackers have identified another potential weakness in car computer systems: tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). Since 2008, all new vehicles have come equipped with TPMS, the system responsible for that irritating low tire pressure light we see now and then. These systems contribute to safety by tracking the air pressure […]