Category: Cyber Security
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Hackers took control of the official X account for Elmo, a globally recognized character from Sesame Street.The attacker used the account to share antisemitic messages, conspiracy theories, and attacks on public figures. The breach shocked the platform’s users, especially given Elmo’s large following of nearly 650,000 accounts.A Sesame Workshop spokesperson confirmed the account had been…
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Cybercriminals are using GitHub to spread malware disguised as a free VPN download, tricking users into installing Lumma Stealer malware. Security researchers at Cyfirma uncovered the campaign, which delivered malware labeled as “Free VPN for PC” via a public GitHub repository. Once installed, the file deployed Lumma Stealer, a known info-stealing malware. The campaign also…
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targets trusted Mac applications by injecting a stealthy trojan called macOS.ZuRu. This malware hides inside legitimate developer tools, fooling users and security systems alike. How the Mac Apps Trojan Attack Operates Hackers bundle the ZuRu trojan with popular Mac applications. They manipulate search engine results to promote these compromised packages. Recently, the Termius app—a widely…
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Schools across the UK are facing an overwhelming wave of AI-generated complaint letters, putting an unsustainable strain on their resources. Senior leaders from educational trusts have shared their concerns with Tes, revealing that these complex and often confusing complaints are making it harder to manage the formal complaints process. Rising Tide of AI-Generated Complaints Lawrence…
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Nippon Steel zero-day attack has revealed the vulnerable side of the global steel giant, with tens of thousands of business partners, employees, and customers potentially affected. The recent cyberattack highlights ongoing risks for even the most established industrial companies. Nippon Steel, one of the world’s top steel producers, disclosed it suffered a zero-day cyberattack in…
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The hope that countries like the UK can simultaneously become leaders in AI development and meet their net zero climate targets faces a harsh reality. A new report from the University of Cambridge’s Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy reveals that soaring AI energy consumption could seriously undermine these ambitions. This growing energy demand stems…
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Open-source software powers the modern world, but open source malware risks are growing faster than ever.Hackers are increasingly targeting public code to steal sensitive information and breach supply chains. Why Open Source Is Under Attack Open-source code is available to everyone—including cybercriminals.With malware on the rise, attackers are quietly slipping malicious code into public repositories.…
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A shocking US Army secrets leak has come to light as a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel pleaded guilty to espionage.David Franklin Slater, 64, admitted to leaking classified defense information to an online contact claiming to be from Ukraine. How the Leak Occurred Slater, a former US Army Lieutenant Colonel, later worked as a civilian at…
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Microsoft is introducing a major change to its Authenticator app for iOS users.Starting in September, the app will switch to Microsoft Authenticator iCloud backup without needing a Microsoft personal account. This update simplifies how users back up their account names and TOTP secrets, improving flexibility for both personal and enterprise environments. What’s Changing? Previously, Microsoft…
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In a major breakthrough, authorities made four UK cyberattack arrests tied to recent attacks on high-profile retailers.The National Crime Agency (NCA) detained four individuals suspected of targeting Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods. The Arrests: Who Was Caught? The suspects include two 19-year-old males, one 17-year-old male, and a 20-year-old female.Police arrested them earlier today…