Spyware apps masquerading as legitimate software are a growing threat on app stores, particularly Google Play. These malicious apps can steal personal data, commit financial fraud, and install malware on unsuspecting users’ devices. A Zscaler report found 200 spyware…
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Turning The Screws: Pressure Techniques Used by Ransomware Outfits
Over the past ten years, ransomware attacks have increased in frequency and sophistication. While exploits like social engineering and unpatched software may help with an initial breach, it’s the coercive tactics that force victims to make rash and emotionally…
Ransomware Attack on Retirement Services Firm Exposes Thousands of US School Data
A ransomware assault targeting retirement service firm Carruth Compliance Consulting has resulted in a data breach affecting dozens of school districts and thousands of individuals in the US. Carruth Compliance Consulting (CCC) administers retirement savings accounts for public schools…
NTT Data Breach Puts Thousands of Businesses at Risk
An NTT Communications (NTT Com) employee in Tokyo has confirmed that in February, unauthorized access to sensitive data belonging to approximately 18,000 corporate customers was caused by a cyberattack. There is no definitive estimate of how extensive the breach…
DeepSeek AI: Benefits, Risks, and Security Concerns for Businesses
DeepSeek, an AI chatbot developed by China-based High-Flyer, has gained rapid popularity due to its affordability and advanced natural language processing capabilities. Marketed as a cost-effective alternative to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, DeepSeek has been widely adopted by businesses looking for…
Cisco Warns of Critical Security Flaw in IOS XR Software – Immediate Update Recommended
Cisco has issued a security warning about a newly identified vulnerability in its IOS XR Software. This security flaw, labeled CVE-2025-20138, has been rated 8.8 on the CVSS scale, meaning it poses a major risk to affected devices. What Is…
Online Fraud Emerges as a Major Global Challenge
A vast and highly organized industry is known as online scams, which are characterized by intricate supply chains that include services, equipment, and labor. In recent years, cybercrime has gone beyond isolated criminal activities, but has developed into a…
Cybercrime in 2025: AI-Powered Attacks, Identity Exploits, and the Rise of Nation-State Threats
Cybercrime has evolved beyond traditional hacking, transforming into a highly organized and sophisticated industry. In 2025, cyber adversaries — ranging from financially motivated criminals to nation-state actors—are leveraging AI, identity-based attacks, and cloud exploitation to breach even the most…
Undocumented ESP32 Commands Pose Security Risks, Researchers Warn
The widely used ESP32 microchip, manufactured by Chinese company Espressif and embedded in over a billion devices as of 2023, has been found to contain undocumented commands that could be exploited for cyberattacks. These hidden commands enable threat actors…
Cyberattacks on Key Vendors Trigger Widespread Disruptions Across Industries
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting a single point of failure within companies to create large-scale disruption, according to a recent report by Resilience. The analysis highlights how such attacks can have a ripple effect across entire industries. In 2024, the global…