Category: Cyber Security
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A Kosovo hacker has pleaded guilty to operating the notorious BlackDB cybercrime marketplace. The platform sold stolen credentials, financial data, and personal information. His conviction represents a major step in disrupting transnational cybercrime operations. Identity of the Hacker The hacker was identified as Liridon Masurica, a 33-year-old from Gjilan, Kosovo. He ran the marketplace under…
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Americans lost more than $10 billion last year to cybercrime networks in Myanmar and Cambodia. These operations rely on trafficking and forced labor in scam compounds. U.S. sanctions now target the criminals behind this growing fraud industry. The Scale of the Fraud Authorities revealed that losses to these scams increased by more than 60 %…
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Cheap spy cameras might look like bargains, but researchers warn they are riddled with critical flaws. These devices use weak encryption, outdated firmware, and unsecured cloud systems. As a result, they leave users exposed to hacking and surveillance threats. Fake Security Features Many low-cost spy cameras advertise encryption and password protection. In reality, the encryption…
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The Nepal Gen-Z protests have shaken the country following a controversial social media ban. Demonstrations against censorship and corruption turned violent, leaving at least 19 people dead. The unrest forced the government to restore access to banned platforms. What Sparked the Protests On September 4, 2025, Nepal’s government blocked 26 social media platforms. Services such…
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The release of Signal secure cloud backups marks a major upgrade for the privacy-focused messenger. For the first time, users can back up and restore their chats while keeping conversations fully protected with end-to-end encryption. Backup Options Signal now provides two options for saving messages: Both options maintain Signal’s strict privacy standards, ensuring only the…
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A sharp Cisco ASA scanning surge has alarmed security researchers. In late August 2025, GreyNoise detected unusual activity targeting Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) devices. At the peak, scans from 25,000 unique IPs probed login portals and remote access services. This scale suggests attackers may prepare to exploit a yet-to-be disclosed vulnerability. Attack Details GreyNoise…
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The GhostAction GitHub supply chain attack has drawn global attention. Researchers revealed that hackers exploited GitHub Actions workflows to steal 3,325 secrets from 817 repositories. The campaign affected 327 developers and compromised critical tokens, highlighting the risks of insecure CI/CD pipelines. How the Attack Worked The attack surfaced in early September 2025 when investigators discovered…
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The Qantas CEO pays price after cyberattack update highlights how leadership accountability now extends to cybersecurity failures. Following a breach that exposed millions of customer records, Qantas reduced executive bonuses by 15%. The move shows how corporate governance increasingly ties rewards to data security. Details of the Breach In July 2025, Qantas confirmed that hackers…
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The Nemo Protocol exploit drained millions from a Sui-based DeFi platform. Hackers extracted around $2.4 million in USDC by abusing smart contracts. This event underscores growing weaknesses across decentralized finance. What Happened Late at night, Nemo Protocol confirmed a security incident affecting its Market pool. The team immediately suspended all smart contract activity to investigate.…
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The VirusTotal SVG malware campaign highlights how cybercriminals exploit image files to launch phishing attacks. Researchers found malicious code embedded in SVG files, a format widely used for web graphics. This discovery shows how attackers adapt to evade traditional security checks. How the Campaign Works SVG files normally store scalable graphics, but they can also…