Cristian Luțic
Cristian Luțic is a cybersecurity professional and Editor-in-Chief of iSec.News, with experience in security enablement, risk analysis, and vulnerability reporting. As Editor-in-Chief, he is responsible for editorial standards, source verification, and publication oversight at iSec News.
From professional sports to cybersecurity, his career path may have been unconventional, but it has been driven by the same core values: discipline, perseverance, and a passion for doing meaningful, impactful work.
iSec.News Motto: “Only news, only information security and privacy news. No fluff.”
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Rise of Social Engineering Threats: Understanding the Latest Tactics
Social engineering tactics are becoming increasingly prevalent, posing significant risks to individuals and organizations alike. With attackers exploiting psychological manipulation and familiar interfaces, the need for cybersecurity awareness has never been more critical.
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Darcula Phishing Platform Steals 884,000 Credit Cards in Global SMS Scam
A new investigation reveals that the Darcula phishing-as-a-service platform has stolen 884,000 credit cards through SMS phishing campaigns reaching millions of users globally, underlining the evolving threats posed by cybercrime.
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Major Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of 5.5 Million Patients at Yale New Haven Health
Yale New Haven Health reported a data breach affecting over 5.5 million patients, exposing sensitive personal information and prompting a legal disclosure and investigation by cybersecurity experts.
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Surge in DDoS Attacks: Germany Faces Significant Threats in Q1 2025
A recent report from Cloudflare reveals a staggering 358% increase in DDoS attacks in Q1 2025, with Germany being the most targeted country. The report highlights a concerning trend of hyper-volumetric attacks, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
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Golden Chickens Malware Developments: New Threats Emerge with TerraStealerV2 and TerraLogger
The Golden Chickens hacking group is behind the emergence of two new malware families, TerraStealerV2 and TerraLogger, signaling ongoing refinement of their capabilities. TerraStealerV2 is engineered to harvest sensitive data, while TerraLogger operates as a standalone keylogger, raising alarms among cybersecurity researchers.
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California Hacker Pleads Guilty to Disney Data Theft
Ryan Mitchell Kramer, a California hacker, pleaded guilty to felony charges after stealing and leaking sensitive data from The Walt Disney Company. The hack raised concerns over Disney’s cybersecurity practices and the use of Slack for internal communications.
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Innovative Solutions Unveiled at RSA 2025 Conference
The RSA 2025 conference showcased a variety of innovative cybersecurity solutions, highlighting new offerings from companies like AppOmni, AuditBoard, and Bugcrowd, designed to redefine security protocols and enhance real-time threat detection.
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Cloud Ransomware Attacks Surge as Organizations Struggle with Security
A new Rubrik report highlights the rising tide of cyberattacks as organizations grapple with the security challenges posed by cloud technology. With 90% of IT leaders reporting breaches and 86% admitting to paying ransoms, the urgency for effective data security strategies is unprecedented.
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Cybersecurity Alert: Malicious Go Modules Found Overwriting Linux Disks
Cybersecurity researchers have identified three malicious Go modules that can overwrite Linux systems’ primary disks, rendering them unbootable. These modules pose a significant threat, especially amid increasing supply chain attacks targeting software packages.
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Major Vulnerabilities Discovered in Apple’s AirPlay: Millions At Risk
A new report reveals critical vulnerabilities in Apple’s AirPlay that threaten billions of devices. Cybersecurity firm Oligo has identified numerous weaknesses that could enable unauthorized control, data theft, and communication interception, calling for immediate action from users and manufacturers.
