North Korean hackers target firms by deploying fake Zoom applications to hijack systems through deceptive video conferencing setups. The attackers use LinkedIn to pose as business professionals, initiating contact under the guise of legitimate investment or partnership inquiries. Once trust is established, the attackers invite victims to meetings hosted on spoofed domains resembling Zoom infrastructure, […]
A cyberattack cripples Russian dairy operations, triggering widespread supply chain disruptions across the nation’s major retailers. Lenta, Miratorg, and Yandex Lavka reported significant delays after hackers targeted Mercury, the national platform responsible for certifying animal-based products. The platform’s shutdown began earlier last week, halting the issuance of digital veterinary certificates essential for dairy distribution. Retailers […]
Organizers of the OpenSSL Prague 2025 speaker program are urging cybersecurity professionals to submit their proposals as the application deadline nears. The annual event, set to take place in the Czech capital, aims to spotlight advancements in encryption, secure communications, and open-source cryptographic tools. Organizers are looking for experienced voices to lead technical sessions, workshops, […]
The UK Cyber Agency seeks advisors to join a national initiative aimed at bolstering cybersecurity support for small and medium-sized enterprises. The program recruits professionals who can offer practical, hands-on guidance to help businesses defend against evolving digital threats. With cyberattacks continuing to rise, the agency is expanding its Cyber Advisor scheme to meet growing […]
A new cybersecurity threat is targeting e-commerce websites by embedding itself into WordPress checkout pages. This sophisticated WordPress malware mimics Cloudflare’s interface to trick users into sharing sensitive payment details. By disguising itself as a legitimate security prompt, the malware captures card data during the checkout process without raising suspicion. The malicious script activates only […]
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new wave of North Korea hacks npm as part of an ongoing supply chain attack targeting software developers. The campaign, known as Contagious Interview, involves 35 malicious JavaScript packages published through 24 separate npm accounts. Security firm Socket reported that these packages have already been downloaded more than 4,000 times. […]
Mainline Health and Select Medical Holdings have reported separate data breaches that compromised the personal information of more than 100,000 individuals. The Mainline Select Medical breaches mark a growing trend of cybersecurity incidents targeting healthcare providers, raising concerns about data protection in the sector. Both organizations confirmed the incidents but have not disclosed the specific […]
Russia-linked hacking group APT28 hits Ukraine with new malware by exploiting Signal, a secure messaging platform, according to recent cybersecurity findings. The attackers targeted Ukrainian government entities using malicious documents delivered through Signal chats, raising concerns over the platform’s misuse in cyber operations. Security researchers identified the malware as a fresh tool in APT28’s arsenal, […]
Meta expressed confusion Monday after a directive from the House of Representatives ordered staffers to remove WhatsApp from official devices starting next week. The policy, delivered in a notice from the House’s chief administrative officer, bans the messaging app without offering a clear explanation, prompting Meta to challenge the decision. Meta challenges House ban by […]
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered malicious apps on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store that secretly steal users’ photos to extract cryptocurrency-related information. The apps, operating under the guise of photo-editing tools, deploy a threat identified as SparkKitty Spyware. SparkKitty Spyware poses photonaturally as a legitimate image enhancement utility while covertly scanning photo […]
Microsoft rolled out the June 2025 non-security preview update for Windows 10 version 22H2, introducing 13 fixes and improvements. This Windows 10 update fixes several issues, including a Start Menu bug that blocked users from launching the interface. The update, labeled KB5061087, also addresses problems affecting USB multi-function printers, where scanning features failed to operate […]
Microsoft has released a configuration update aimed at resolving a persistent issue that caused Windows Update to fail on certain Windows 11 devices. The rollout comes after users reported problems receiving essential system updates, which led to concerns over patch reliability and system security. The update, part of ongoing system maintenance efforts, ensures smoother delivery […]