Privacy
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Data Breach Exposes Information of 10,000 VirtualMacOSX Customers
VirtualMacOSX has allegedly suffered a data breach exposing the personal information of around 10,000 customers. The sensitive data, including names, email addresses, and financial details, was made available on a cybercrime forum, raising significant security concerns among users.
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Apple Advances Passkey Interoperability with New Import/Export Feature
Apple has unveiled a new import and export feature for passkeys, aiming to enhance security and usability in credential management. The new process eliminates insecure file transfers and improves the interoperability of passkeys across applications.
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Paragon Spyware Confirmed on Journalists’ Devices Amid Italian Surveillance Scandal
Research by Citizen Lab confirms Paragon spyware’s presence on the devices of European journalists, intensifying an ongoing surveillance scandal in Italy. The findings raise serious questions about the targeting of critical journalists as the Italian government navigates scrutiny over its contractual relationship with Paragon.
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CISA Highlights Security Flaws in SinoTrack GPS Devices
CISA warns SinoTrack GPS device users about critical vulnerabilities allowing unauthorized access. Affected devices could be remotely controlled, including tracking vehicles and cutting off fuel. Users are urged to change default passwords immediately.
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New AI Vulnerability Discovered in Microsoft 365 Copilot: ‘EchoLeak’
A new zero-click vulnerability known as ‘EchoLeak’ has been discovered in Microsoft 365 Copilot, enabling attackers to exfiltrate sensitive data without user interaction. While Microsoft has patched the flaw, experts advise businesses to enhance their cybersecurity measures to prevent future exploits.
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Coordinated Cyber Attacks Target Tomcat Manager Interfaces
GreyNoise has warned of a surge in coordinated brute-force attacks targeting Apache Tomcat Manager interfaces, involving 295 unique malicious IP addresses. As attackers seek to exploit these vulnerabilities, experts recommend strengthening security measures to protect against unauthorized access.
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Security Researchers Expose 40,000 Unprotected IoT Cameras, Raising Espionage Concerns
Researchers from Bitsight have exposed serious vulnerabilities in the security of around 40,000 internet-connected cameras globally, raising concerns over espionage and privacy for sensitive locations across the United States.
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Texas Department of Transportation Reports Data Breach Affecting 300,000 Individuals
The Texas Department of Transportation has reported a data breach affecting approximately 300,000 individuals, with sensitive crash record information accessed by unauthorized actors on May 12, 2025.
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Google Addresses Vulnerability Exposing Users’ Phone Numbers
A vulnerability in Google’s account recovery process allowed researchers to brute-force phone numbers linked to accounts, posing a significant risk of phishing and SIM-swapping attacks, now patched by the tech firm.
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EU Launches DNS4EU to Enhance Digital Sovereignty and Security
The European Union has introduced DNS4EU, a privacy-focused DNS resolution service aimed at enhancing digital sovereignty and security across Europe. This new initiative offers a viable alternative to existing non-European DNS providers and emphasizes user privacy and local regulations.
