A ransomware attack targeting Zurich-based health nonprofit Radix in mid-June led to the theft and exposure of sensitive Swiss government data, officials confirmed. The Radix hack exposes Swiss government systems to heightened cybersecurity risks, as stolen files included confidential material from multiple federal offices. The breach stemmed from a Sarcoma ransomware incident that compromised Radix’s […]
Cisco has introduced a new suite of identity and access management (IAM) products and services under its Duo brand, aiming to bolster enterprise security frameworks. The offering, known as Duo Identity and Access Management, is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing cybersecurity infrastructures, enabling organizations to enhance user authentication and access controls without overhauling their […]
A recently identified Android banking trojan known as Crocodilus has surfaced in at least eight countries across Europe and South America, according to a report from cybersecurity firm ThreatFabric. The malware is being deployed in an increasing number of malicious campaigns and is designed to target both banking applications and cryptocurrency wallets on infected devices. […]
A newly identified information-stealing malware written in the Rust programming language is targeting Chromium- and Gecko-based browsers, according to researchers at cybersecurity firm Trellix. Dubbed Myth Stealer, the malware has been active since December 2024 and is distributed through fake gaming sites and Telegram channels. Initially offered as a free trial, it has shifted to […]
The Council of the European Union on Tuesday adopted a revised Blueprint aimed at enhancing cybersecurity crisis management across the bloc. The updated framework is designed to strengthen coordination among EU member states and institutions in the event of large-scale or cross-border cyber incidents. The new plan outlines a structured approach for preparedness and joint […]
Interpol has dismantled a major cybercrime operation targeting victims in Asia, taking down 20,000 IP addresses and arresting 32 individuals involved in distributing infostealer malware. The crackdown, conducted under the banner of Operation Secure, aimed to disrupt the infrastructure supporting these malicious campaigns. Infostealer malware is designed to harvest sensitive personal and financial data from […]
The UK government’s latest fiscal strategy emphasizes a strong commitment to technology, with the UK AI cybersecurity funding 2025 initiative forming a key part of the Spending Review 2025. The review outlines increased investment in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and modernization efforts across intelligence services and public sector infrastructure. Among the sectors receiving support, the National […]
Cybercriminals escalated their tactics last week, launching sophisticated attacks and exploiting critical software flaws across platforms. Hackers hijack AI naturally by jailbreaking large language models like Grok and Mixtral, bypassing safety protocols to generate phishing scripts and malware. Meanwhile, the largest DDoS attack on record hit 7.3 Tbps, while over 20 malicious apps on Google […]
Cybercriminals are exploiting jailbroken AI from xAI and Mistral to create uncensored versions of large language models, researchers have found. These modified tools are circulating on dark web forums, where threat actors advertise them as powerful assets for conducting illicit activities. The manipulated AI models remove built-in safety features, allowing users to generate harmful or […]
Spanish law enforcement arrested five individuals linked to an international cryptocurrency fraud scheme that allegedly defrauded victims of more than $542 million. Spain Nabs Five Crypto suspects in coordination with Europol, following a large-scale investigation led by the Guardia Civil targeting a network that promoted fake investment platforms. Authorities said the suspects orchestrated a sophisticated […]
An Iranian hacker has pleaded guilty in the U.S. to involvement in a wide-ranging ransomware and extortion operation that inflicted $19 million in damages on the city of Baltimore. The defendant, identified as Sina Gholinejad, also known as Sina Ghaaf, 37, admitted to participating in a scheme that used Robbinhood ransomware to infiltrate and encrypt […]
Europol has identified and targeted over 2,000 online items linked to extremist groups that exploit minors in digital spaces. The coordinated action focused on content promoting radical ideologies while using children for propaganda or grooming purposes. According to a report from Hackread, the operation involved the identification and flagging of materials hosted on various platforms, […]