Cybercrime
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Employee Arrested Following Major Cyber Heist at Brazilian Financial Software Firm
Following a cyberattack that resulted in the theft of $140 million from Brazilian financial institutions, authorities have arrested an employee of C&M Software, alleging he sold login credentials to hackers who exploited the system.
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SatanLock Ransomware Group Announces Shutdown, Plans Data Leak
The SatanLock ransomware group has announced its shutdown, stating it will leak all stolen data, raising concerns about the implications for the victims and the broader cybercrime landscape.
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TAG-140 Group Targets Indian Government with New DRAT V2 Malware
The TAG-140 hacking group has been identified as a serious threat to Indian governmental organizations, employing a sophisticated new version of a remote access trojan called DRAT V2. This group has augmented its operations by spoofing official portals and evolving its malware capabilities, raising alarms about national security.
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Telefónica Data Breach Allegations: Hacker Claims Extensive Data Leak
A hacker, known as ‘Rey,’ claims to have leaked 106 GB of data from Telefónica, asserting that the breach occurred due to a misconfigured JIRA server. Despite the claims, Telefónica has yet to acknowledge the incident publicly.
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Massive Phishing Scam Targets Online Shoppers Worldwide with Fake E-commerce Sites
A significant phishing scam originating from China has created numerous fake e-commerce websites that impersonate well-known brands, aiming to steal sensitive financial information from online shoppers worldwide. Cybersecurity firm Silent Push exposes this operation, urging consumers to be cautious and aware of the ongoing threat.
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Major Mobile Ad Fraud Operation IconAds Discovered
The IconAds mobile ad fraud operation, involving 352 Android apps, has been disrupted, according to HUMAN. The malicious apps generated 1.2 billion daily bid requests, primarily targeting users in Brazil, Mexico, and the US, before their removal from the Play Store.
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French Cybersecurity Agency Warns of Chinese Hackers Exploiting Ivanti CSA Vulnerabilities
The French cybersecurity agency has revealed that a Chinese hacking group exploited vulnerabilities in Ivanti’s Cloud Services Appliance, impacting various sectors in France. This operation marks a significant escalation in cyber threats aimed at critical infrastructure.
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Russian APT Gamaredon Intensifies Phishing Campaigns Against Ukraine
Gamaredon, a Russia-aligned APT, has intensified its spear-phishing attacks on Ukrainian government institutions, revealing a significant increase in sophistication and employing new stealth capabilities in its operations.
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North Korean Hackers Target Web3 and Crypto Businesses with Nim-based Malware
North Korean hackers are increasingly targeting Web3 and cryptocurrency sectors with sophisticated Nim-based malware, employing advanced tactics including social engineering and remote process injection techniques to extract sensitive information from compromised systems.
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Security Flaw in Forminator Plugin Puts Over 600,000 WordPress Sites at Risk
The Forminator plugin for WordPress, used on over 600,000 sites, has a high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2025-6463) that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary file deletions, potentially leading to complete site takeovers. Users are urged to update to the latest version or disable the plugin immediately to avoid exploitation.
