Cybersecurity
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Russian Hackers Target European Diplomats with ‘Wine-Tasting’ Phishing Scams
A Russian state-linked hacking group is ramping up its cyberattacks against diplomatic targets across Europe, using a new stealthy malware tool known as “GrapeLoader” to deliver malicious payloads through cleverly disguised phishing emails. According to Check Point Research, the campaign began in January 2025 and is being carried out by APT29 — also known as…
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Funding Crisis Averted: US Extends CVE Program Support Amid Outcry and Rising Concerns
The U.S. extends CVE program funding hours before expiration, averting a crisis and prompting moves toward a more sustainable, community-led future.
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CISA Faces Massive Cuts, Sparking Security Fears and Political Blowback
Massive layoffs loom at CISA, with 40% of staff at risk. Critics warn the cuts could cripple U.S. cyber defenses and threaten national security.
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USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them
Discover how evolving USPS mail scams highlight growing cybersecurity risks. Learn how phishing, smishing, and brushing attacks threaten your personal data.
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ToddyCat Hackers Exploit ESET Flaw to Launch Stealthy TCESB Attack
ToddyCat hackers exploit ESET flaw (CVE-2024-11859) to deploy stealthy TCESB malware using DLL hijacking and a vulnerable Dell driver.
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Xanthorox AI: A New Breed of Malicious AI Threat Hits the Darknet
Xanthorox AI, a darknet-exclusive tool, uses five custom models to launch advanced, autonomous cyberattacks, ushering in a new AI threat era.
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EU Pumps €1.3 Billion into Cybersecurity, AI, and Digital Skills to Fortify Europe’s Tech Future
The European Commission is making a massive €1.3 billion ($1.4 billion) bet on Europe’s digital future, with a strong focus on shoring up cybersecurity defenses, boosting artificial intelligence, and closing the digital skills gap. The funding, part of the Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL) for 2025-2027, aims to strengthen Europe’s tech sovereignty and protect critical infrastructure…
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Hacker Leaks 270,000 Samsung Customer Records—Stolen Credentials Were Left Unchecked for Years
In a troubling security breach, a hacker exposed the personal data of over 270,000 Samsung customers in Germany, freely dumping it on the internet. The hack, attributed to a cybercriminal operating under the alias “GHNA,” occurred when the attacker accessed a system used by Samsung’s German customer service. According to cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock, the…
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Scammers Target Netflix Users: Expert Issues Urgent Warning
Streaming giant Netflix is at the center of a rising wave of online scams, cybersecurity experts warn. Fraudsters use increasingly sophisticated tactics — from fake texts to deceptive emails and websites — to steal Netflix users’ personal and financial information. With over 230 million subscribers worldwide, Netflix has become one of the most impersonated brands…
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Tax Season = Prime Time for Scammers — Here’s How to Stay Safe
Tax season has arrived — and so have the scammers. As W-2 forms pile up and calculators come out, scammers start circling like sharks in shallow water. From bogus IRS messages to sneaky links designed to swipe your refund (and identity), phishing scams are ramping up. Cybersecurity experts urge the taxpayers to stay sharp and…
