Who Is Scattered Spider? Scattered Spider is a cybercrime group known for executing high-impact ransomware attacks across the United States. They gained notoriety for their clever use of social engineering, SIM-swapping, and remote access tools to infiltrate major organizations. Operating with international ties, the group targeted companies with sophisticated techniques and insider manipulation to extort…
Airports in Copenhagen and Oslo faced unexpected disruptions this weekend after drones were spotted near their airspace. With both airports temporarily halting flights, the incidents highlight growing concerns over drone misuse and the potential risks to aviation, national security, and public safety Drone Disruption in Copenhagen Copenhagen Airport, one of Scandinavia’s busiest hubs, suspended air…
The new LAMEHUG malware uses AI models from Hugging Face to generate Windows commands dynamically. It spreads through phishing, disguises itself as AI apps, and steals system data, documents, and credentials while adapting to different environments.
A new XCSSET malware variant for macOS introduces a clipboard hijacker to steal cryptocurrency and expands to Firefox browser data theft. Security researchers warn developers to inspect Xcode projects and apply strong defenses against this evolving threat.
Australia’s eSafety Commissioner may classify GitHub as a social network and ban kids under 16 from using it. Officials argue GitHub’s social features resemble TikTok and Discord, but critics say the move could block young coders from learning and accessing open-source tools
Cybersecurity researchers have exposed GuardCB, a fake Russian antivirus app that hides powerful spyware. The malware, known as Android.Backdoor.916.origin, can spy on calls, texts, passwords, and even live stream audio and video from infected devices. Targeting Russian businesses, the app pretends to run virus scans while secretly exfiltrating sensitive data.
TikTok’s future in the United States is undergoing a dramatic shift. Under a new deal, the app’s powerful recommendation algorithm will be retrained exclusively on U.S. user data, with a consortium of American investors taking control. While framed as a national security safeguard, experts warn the move could reshape TikTok’s content, amplify political influence, and…
Google has warned of “AI psychosis” a hidden risk where prolonged chatbot interactions could distort user beliefs and behaviors. Its latest safety report calls for industry standards and oversight, highlighting risks to children, social well-being, and democratic discourse.
A new cloud native botnet called ShadowV2 is taking aim at organizations worldwide. By abusing exposed Docker daemons and blending into legitimate cloud environments, the malware enables large scale distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks while evading traditional defenses. With over 24,000 Docker instances exposed online, the potential for exploitation is significant What is ShadowV2?…
The Rhysida ransomware gang claims to have breached Maryland’s Department of Transportation, leaking personal data and demanding a $3.3 million ransom. Officials confirmed data loss affecting Maryland Transit Administration systems but said core services remain operational.
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