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Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 hours ago

Human Error, Not Hacking, Cited as Top Cause for Crypto Access Loss

Human error is the leading cause of cryptocurrency access loss, affecting 35% of holders, primarily due to forgotten passwords and lost seed phrases.
#cybersecurity
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago
Information security

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
1 day ago
EU data protection

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

Information security
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
6 hours ago

European Commission Confirms Data Breach Linked to Trivy Supply Chain Attack

Hackers stole over 300GB of data from the European Commission's AWS environment using a compromised API key from the Trivy supply chain attack.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
#ai
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
fromHarvard Business Review
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Agents Act a Lot Like Malware. Here's How to Contain the Risks.

An AI agent named MJ Rathbun published a blogpost attacking engineer Scott Shambaugh.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Identity and AI: Questions of data security, trust and control | Computer Weekly

AI-driven identity solutions improve access control but raise compliance, privacy, and ethical concerns that organizations must address.
#data-breach
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A fintech app asked users for their passports - then left 360,000 files unprotected for five years - Silicon Canals

A money transfer app exposed over 360,000 sensitive files on a public server for nearly five years, including unencrypted personal documents.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Exclusive: Money transfer app Duc exposed thousands of driver's licenses and passports to the open web

A publicly accessible Amazon storage server exposed personal data of hundreds of thousands, including driver's licenses and passports, without encryption.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

T-Mobile Sets the Record Straight on Latest Data Breach Filing

T-Mobile confirmed a data breach was caused by an insider incident affecting only one account with limited information exposed.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Fintech apps demand your passport for verification - then leave it on an unprotected server - Silicon Canals

Duc's exposed server revealed unprotected sensitive personal data, highlighting significant gaps in fintech data protection practices.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

AI Startup Mercor, Which Works With Open AI and Anthropic, Confirms Data Breach

Mercor, an AI startup, experienced a data breach involving 4 terabytes of stolen data linked to a supply chain attack by hacking groups.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A fintech app asked users for their passports - then left 360,000 files unprotected for five years - Silicon Canals

A money transfer app exposed over 360,000 sensitive files on a public server for nearly five years, including unencrypted personal documents.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Exclusive: Money transfer app Duc exposed thousands of driver's licenses and passports to the open web

A publicly accessible Amazon storage server exposed personal data of hundreds of thousands, including driver's licenses and passports, without encryption.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

T-Mobile Sets the Record Straight on Latest Data Breach Filing

T-Mobile confirmed a data breach was caused by an insider incident affecting only one account with limited information exposed.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

Fintech apps demand your passport for verification - then leave it on an unprotected server - Silicon Canals

Duc's exposed server revealed unprotected sensitive personal data, highlighting significant gaps in fintech data protection practices.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

AI Startup Mercor, Which Works With Open AI and Anthropic, Confirms Data Breach

Mercor, an AI startup, experienced a data breach involving 4 terabytes of stolen data linked to a supply chain attack by hacking groups.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
#openclaw
DevOps
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Understanding the risks of OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an orchestration layer that requires external services to function effectively, rather than being a standalone cloud platform.
Information security
fromArs Technica
20 hours ago

OpenClaw gives users yet another reason to be freaked out about security

OpenClaw's vulnerabilities pose severe security risks, allowing attackers to gain administrative access with minimal permissions.
DevOps
fromInfoWorld
1 day ago

Understanding the risks of OpenClaw

OpenClaw is an orchestration layer that requires external services to function effectively, rather than being a standalone cloud platform.
Information security
fromArs Technica
20 hours ago

OpenClaw gives users yet another reason to be freaked out about security

OpenClaw's vulnerabilities pose severe security risks, allowing attackers to gain administrative access with minimal permissions.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Biometric checks stalled again for cross-Channel travellers

Passengers crossing from the UK to France will not face new biometric checks despite the EU's entry-exit system deadline approaching.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
1 day ago

AI Breakthroughs, Security Breaches, and Industry Shakeups Define the Week in Tech - TechRepublic

Tech industry faces rapid AI advancements alongside significant security vulnerabilities and human costs.
Apple
fromMail Online
20 hours ago

Apple issues warning to iPhone users over stealthy attack: Act NOW

Apple has released critical iOS updates to protect against the DarkSword cyberattack method targeting vulnerable devices.
#phishing
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 week 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
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

CERT-UA Impersonation Campaign Spread AGEWHEEZE Malware to 1 Million Emails

A phishing campaign impersonating CERT-UA distributed malware called AGEWHEEZE targeting various organizations in Ukraine.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

Casbaneiro Phishing Targets Latin America and Europe Using Dynamic PDF Lures

A phishing campaign targets Spanish-speaking users in Latin America and Europe, delivering banking trojans via malware called Horabot.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days 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
fromTechzine Global
5 days ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromSecurityWeek
1 week 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
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

CERT-UA Impersonation Campaign Spread AGEWHEEZE Malware to 1 Million Emails

A phishing campaign impersonating CERT-UA distributed malware called AGEWHEEZE targeting various organizations in Ukraine.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

Casbaneiro Phishing Targets Latin America and Europe Using Dynamic PDF Lures

A phishing campaign targets Spanish-speaking users in Latin America and Europe, delivering banking trojans via malware called Horabot.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days 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
fromTechzine Global
5 days ago

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.
#generative-ai
Digital life
fromBig Think
4 days ago

3 ways to prove you're human online

Generative AI is rapidly increasing information production, leading to a potential scarcity of human-generated content and a need for new human verification methods.
Privacy technologies
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

New methods for assuring digital identity and authenticity

Generative AI is transforming content creation, increasing the need for reliable identity verification and authenticity in digital media.
Digital life
fromBig Think
4 days ago

3 ways to prove you're human online

Generative AI is rapidly increasing information production, leading to a potential scarcity of human-generated content and a need for new human verification methods.
Privacy technologies
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

New methods for assuring digital identity and authenticity

Generative AI is transforming content creation, increasing the need for reliable identity verification and authenticity in digital media.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Mobile Attack Surface Expands as Enterprises Lose Control

Mobile device security is inadequate, with many organizations using critically outdated operating systems and exposing sensitive data to potential attacks.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

A money-transfer app stored customer passports on an unencrypted, publicly accessible server for nearly five years - Silicon Canals

Fintech companies face regulatory pressure to collect identity documents but lack enforceable obligations to protect them, leading to data breaches.
#ai-governance
#fbi
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
Privacy professionals
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

How the Kash Patel hack turned a college-linked username into a security warning

FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email was hacked, exposing over 300 emails and photos, raising concerns about digital security and identity management.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Suspected Chinese breach of FBI system exposed surveillance targets' phone numbers

A breach linked to China exposed phone numbers of FBI surveillance targets, raising concerns about counterintelligence risks.
Privacy professionals
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

How the Kash Patel hack turned a college-linked username into a security warning

FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email was hacked, exposing over 300 emails and photos, raising concerns about digital security and identity management.
DevOps
fromInfoQ
1 week ago

Panel: Security Against Modern Threats

Modern threats to software supply chains require resilience by design, integrating security into engineering workflows and empowering developers with the right tools.
#malware
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

New SparkCat Variant in iOS, Android Apps Steals Crypto Wallet Recovery Phrase Images

A new version of SparkCat malware targets cryptocurrency users on mobile platforms, concealing itself in benign apps and evolving its technical capabilities.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Researchers Uncover Mining Operation Using ISO Lures to Spread RATs and Crypto Miners

Operation REF1695 uses fake installers to deploy RATs and cryptocurrency miners, monetizing infections through CPA fraud since November 2023.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

New SparkCat Variant in iOS, Android Apps Steals Crypto Wallet Recovery Phrase Images

A new version of SparkCat malware targets cryptocurrency users on mobile platforms, concealing itself in benign apps and evolving its technical capabilities.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

Researchers Uncover Mining Operation Using ISO Lures to Spread RATs and Crypto Miners

Operation REF1695 uses fake installers to deploy RATs and cryptocurrency miners, monetizing infections through CPA fraud since November 2023.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
1 week ago

5 telltale signs that your phone has been compromised (and how to combat them)

Phone hacking can be detected through signs like battery drain, slow performance, unfamiliar logins, and reduced storage space.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
9 hours ago

The Retroactive Decryption Trap: Why Post-Quantum Upgrades Can't Save Your Past Privacy

Guy Zyskind emphasized that the whitepaper reframes the conversation around quantum threats, stating that the traditional 10-year migration window now seems dangerously optimistic given Google's findings.
Information security
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Perplexity's "Incognito Mode" is a "sham," lawsuit says

Perplexity's AI allegedly shares sensitive user chats with Google and Meta without consent, raising significant privacy concerns.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

React2Shell Exploited in Large-Scale Credential Harvesting Campaign

Threat actor exploits Next.js vulnerabilities to exfiltrate credentials and compromise systems at scale, affecting over 766 systems and collecting more than 10,000 files.
fromComputerworld
21 hours ago

A core infrastructure engineer pleads guilty to federal charges in insider attack

Rhyne's attack involved unauthorized remote desktop sessions, deletion of network administrator accounts, and changing of passwords, showcasing significant security vulnerabilities.
Information security
Deliverability
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago

How to Avoid Getting Locked Out of Your Google Account

Set up Recovery Contacts and two-factor authentication to protect your Google account and regain access if locked out.
#whatsapp
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Don't open that WhatsApp message, Microsoft warns

WhatsApp messages are being exploited to deliver malicious files that allow attackers to control victims' machines and access their data.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 days ago

Don't open that WhatsApp message, Microsoft warns

WhatsApp messages are being exploited to deliver malicious files that allow attackers to control victims' machines and access their data.
Information security
fromTNW | Insights
2 hours ago

KeeperDB brings zero-trust database access to privileged access management

Database credentials are a major attack vector, and KeeperDB integrates access controls into its PAM platform to enhance security.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Hasbro says it was hacked, and may take 'several weeks' to recover | TechCrunch

Hasbro detected an intrusion on March 28, prompting the company to take down some of its systems. Parts of Hasbro's website appeared down, with error messages indicating maintenance.
Privacy professionals
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Drift Loses $285 Million in Durable Nonce Social Engineering Attack Linked to DPRK

Drift decentralized exchange lost $285 million due to a sophisticated attack involving unauthorized access and social engineering.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days 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.
Privacy professionals
fromMedCity News
2 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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Critical ShareFile Flaws Lead to Unauthenticated RCE

Two critical vulnerabilities in ShareFile could allow unauthenticated remote code execution through improper access to configuration pages.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Axios supply chain attack victim posts postmortem to prevent a repeat

Axios was compromised for three hours, distributing Remote Access Trojans due to a sophisticated social engineering attack by North Korean group UNC1069.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
3 weeks 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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
4 days 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
fromFortune
2 days ago

I knew about North Korean hackers-they still tricked me and got into my computer | Fortune

North Korean hackers are increasingly targeting individuals in the crypto industry, employing sophisticated deception tactics.
#cybercrime
Privacy professionals
fromthenextweb.com
4 weeks ago

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.
Privacy professionals
fromthenextweb.com
4 weeks ago

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.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 day ago

Hackers Exploit CVE-2025-55182 to Breach 766 Next.js Hosts, Steal Credentials

A large-scale credential harvesting operation exploits the React2Shell vulnerability to steal sensitive data from compromised hosts across multiple regions.
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Mercor Hit by LiteLLM Supply Chain Attack

We believe that the compromise originated from the Trivy dependency used in our CI/CD security scanning workflow. Our security team moved promptly to contain and remediate the incident.
Information security
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

Chainalysis Deploys AI Agents to Counter Criminal Use of Artificial Intelligence in Crypto

Chainalysis introduces AI agents to enhance fraud detection and compliance without requiring deep technical expertise, ensuring data quality and human oversight.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
4 days ago

Banning routers won't fix what's already broken | Computer Weekly

The FCC's ban on foreign-made routers addresses future procurement, not current security risks, as routers are already vulnerable and widely deployed.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 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.
#credential-theft
Information security
fromTheregister
3 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.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 weeks ago

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.
Information security
fromTheregister
3 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.
#phishing-attack
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
2 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
2 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
2 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
2 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
fromThe Hacker News
4 weeks ago

Where Multi-Factor Authentication Stops and Credential Abuse Starts

Many Windows authentication paths bypass MFA protections, allowing attackers to compromise networks using valid credentials despite MFA deployment on cloud applications.
Information security
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

OAuth phishers make 'check where the link points' advice ineffective

Attackers use phishing emails with malicious OAuth links containing broken parameters to redirect users to attacker-controlled destinations through legitimate identity providers.
#password-security
fromFast Company
1 month ago
Information security

What if everything you think you know about passwords is wrong? Here's what really makes a strong password in 2026

fromFast Company
1 month ago
Information security

What if everything you think you know about passwords is wrong? Here's what really makes a strong password in 2026

fromWIRED
1 month ago

Password Managers Share a Hidden Weakness

An FBI informant helped run the Incognito dark web market and allegedly approved the sale of fentanyl-laced pills, including those from a dealer linked to a confirmed death, WIRED reported this week. Meanwhile, Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Customs and Border Protection officers sparked a Department of Justice probe. Documents say that CBP officers in the US Virgin Islands were still friendly with Epstein years after his 2008 conviction, illustrating the infamous sex offender's tactics for cultivating allies.
Information security
fromZDNET
1 month ago

Half of all cyberattacks start in your browser: 10 essential tips for staying safe

Web browsers are among the top targets for today's cybercriminals, playing a role in nearly half of all security incidents, new research reveals. According to Palo Alto Networks' 2026 Global Incident Response report, an analysis of 750 major cyber incidents recorded last year across 50 countries found that, in total, 48% of cybercrime events involved browser activity. Individuals trying to connect to the web, including business employees, are exposed to cyberthreats on a daily basis.
Information security
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Password managers don't protect secrets if pwned

Bitwarden, LastPass, and Dashlane can fail to protect credentials under server-compromise scenarios, allowing disclosure or alteration of user passwords.
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

Password Reuse in Disguise: An Often-Missed Risky Workaround

Near-identical password reuse occurs when users make small, predictable changes to an existing password rather than creating a completely new one. While these changes satisfy formal password rules, they do little to reduce real-world exposure. Here are some classic examples: Adding or changing a number Summer2023! → Summer2024! Appending a character Swapping symbols or capitalization Welcome! → Welcome? AdminPass → adminpass Another common scenario occurs when organizations issue a standard starter password to new employees, and instead of replacing it entirely, users make incremental changes over time to remain compliant.
Information security
Information security
fromTechzine Global
2 months ago

Number of phishing attacks doubles in one year

Phishing kits and phishing-as-a-service expanded in 2025, enabling less skilled attackers and leveraging AI-generated messages and QR-based quishing to increase realism and bypass defenses.
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