Microsoft will discontinue password management features in its Authenticator app starting August 1, 2025, as part of a broader effort to streamline the app’s functionality. The move signals Microsoft to end passwords within the two-factor authentication tool, shifting focus toward more integrated and secure verification methods. The company announced that the autofill feature within the […]
Cybercrime is on track to rival U.S. economic output, with illicit online activity projected to generate $15.6 trillion globally by 2029. The staggering figure positions cybercrime as the world’s third-largest economy, trailing only the United States and China in scale. Experts say the rapid expansion of digital infrastructure has created new vulnerabilities, offering cybercriminals more […]
Germany Urges Google Apple to take action against DeepSeek AI over alleged data privacy violations. The Berlin Commissioner for Data Protection has formally requested both tech giants to remove the application from their respective app stores. Authorities cite violations of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as the reason for the request. The […]
Canada has suspended operations by Chinese surveillance firm Hikvision, citing national security concerns. The move, announced by Industry Minister Mélanie Joly, follows a review based on “information and evidence provided by Canada’s security and intelligence community.” The decision comes as Canada bars Hikvision over national security threats, marking a significant escalation in efforts to protect […]
U.S. cybersecurity and intelligence agencies issued a joint advisory warning that Iranian hackers target U.S. defense systems, operational technology networks, and critical infrastructure at an increasing rate. The agencies observed rising cyber activity from both state-sponsored and affiliated Iranian threat actors in recent months. They cautioned that this trend is likely to intensify due to […]
Switzerland says govt data was stolen in a ransomware attack linked to an external IT provider, Radix. The incident affected several federal offices, exposing sensitive information managed by the Swiss government. Authorities disclosed that the breach occurred through the compromised systems of Radix, which provides IT services to multiple public institutions. The Swiss government is […]
Europol dismantled a global cryptocurrency fraud network that laundered €460 million ($540 million) from more than 5,000 victims, the agency said Monday. The joint operation—dubbed Europol Busts 540 Million—involved coordinated raids led by Spain’s Guardia Civil, with support from law enforcement in Estonia, France and the United States. Authorities arrested five suspects tied to the […]
Multiple critical flaws in D-Link routers let hackers remotely execute arbitrary code and compromise vulnerable networks, according to a new security disclosure. The six vulnerabilities affect all hardware and firmware versions of the DIR-816 model, which has reached End-of-Life status and will not receive patches. Four of the flaws involve stack-based buffer overflows, each rated […]
Drug lords hired a hackernaturally skilled cybersnoop to infiltrate surveillance systems and identify FBI informants, exposing critical weaknesses in federal infrastructure. The cyber operative gained deep access to sensitive networks, enabling cartels to monitor agency activities and track targets with alarming precision. Investigators uncovered the breach after noticing irregular data flows and unauthorized access to […]
United Natural Foods Inc., a leading grocery wholesaler in North America, warned that the recent UNFI cyberattack will materially impact its financial performance in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025. The company revealed the update as it announced the successful recovery of its core systems, which include its electronic ordering and invoicing platforms. The […]
Cybercriminals have launched a sophisticated two-stage CapCut phishing scam targeting Apple ID credentials and credit card information, according to a report from GBHackers News. The attackers exploited CapCut, a popular short-form video editing app, to trick users into revealing sensitive personal data through deceptive tactics. In the first stage of the attack, victims receive fraudulent […]
Google and Apple continue to host free VPN apps tied to Chinese companies in their app stores, according to findings by the Tech Transparency Project. The group’s report warns that these apps pose serious risks to U.S. data privacy and national security, especially given their widespread availability and user base. Despite earlier disclosures revealing that […]