The Tor network is replacing its legacy relay encryption with Counter Galois Onion (CGO), a research-backed design that hardens Tor against tagging attacks, tampering and modern cryptanalytic threats. This analysis explains how Tor Galois onion encryption works, what changes for users and relay operators, and why it matters for long-term anonymity.
Cloud Break research shows how attackers can silently take over IoT devices by impersonating them to cloud-managed firewalls and routers, abusing weak serial number–based identity and vendor control planes instead of firmware bugs. This article breaks down the attack path and maps practical defences for security teams running cloud-managed edge gear.
Japanese brewing giant Asahi has fallen victim to a Qilin ransomware attack that reportedly stole 27 GB of corporate and employee data. Operations remain partially disrupted, with supply chain strain visible across Japan. The attack underscores ransomware’s growing focus on consumer-goods manufacturers and double-extortion tactics.
BreachStars emerges as the latest reincarnation of BreachForums, pledging better infrastructure and security. However, rebooting a notorious hacker forum brings old challenges and new vulnerabilities.