A dangerous piece of malware has been discovered hidden inside a Python software package, raising serious concerns about the security of open-source tools often used by developers. Security experts at JFrog recently found a harmful package uploaded to the…
Category: CySecurity News – Latest Information Security and Hacking Incidents
Here’s Why Using SMS Two-Factor Authentication Codes Is Risky
We’ve probably all received confirmation codes via text message when trying to enter into an account. These codes are intended to function as two-factor verification, confirming our identities and preventing cybercriminals from accessing our accounts solely through a password.…
Integrated Threat Management: A Unified Strategy for Modern Business Security
Organizations today face increasingly complex threats that span across digital, physical, and operational domains. With risks becoming more sophisticated and faster-moving, traditional siloed approaches to security are no longer effective. Companies now require a unified strategy to protect their…
Targeted Cyber Threat Disrupts Washington Post Newsroom Operations
An alarming development, which indicates that cyber threats are growing in intensity, has been confirmed by The Washington Post, which confirms an attempted breach on its personal email system targeting a specific group of journalists who work at the…
Anubis Ransomware Becomes More Destructive With New File-Wiping Feature
A cybercrime group known as Anubis has recently added a dangerous new ability to its ransomware. This latest update allows the malware not only to lock files but also to completely destroy them, making it impossible for victims to…
Fake Bitdefender Site Distributes Malware: Cybercriminals Exploit Trusted Brands to Steal Sensitive Data
Bitdefender, a well-known and reputable cybersecurity and antivirus software provider, has become the latest target of cybercriminals. In a deeply troubling incident, scammers created a fake Bitdefender website, tricking users into downloading malware under the guise of legitimate antivirus…
Cyberattack Disrupts WestJet Systems as Investigation Begins
The second-largest airline in Canada, WestJet, is currently investigating an ongoing cyberattack which has compromised its internal systems as well as raising concerns about the risk of data loss to customers. As early as late last week, the airline was…
Signs Your Phone Has a Virus and How to Remove It Safely
In today’s world, our phones are more than just communication devices — they’re essential for work, banking, shopping, and staying connected. That makes it all the more alarming when a device begins to behave strangely. One possible cause? A…
Hackers Circumvent AntiVirus Using Google OAuth in New Malware Surge
A new campaign of browser-based malware has emerged, revealing how hackers are now circumventing conventional antivirus protections by exploiting trusted domains like Google.com. This technique, according to a report by security researchers at c/side, is subtle, conditionally triggered, and…
Cloudflare Explains Major Service Outage: Not a Security Breach, No Data Lost
Cloudflare has clarified that a widespread outage affecting its global services was not the result of a cyberattack or data breach. The company confirmed that no customer data was compromised during the disruption, which significantly impacted numerous platforms, including…