The number of ransomware groups is growing rapidly as artificial intelligence makes cybercrime easier to execute. Security researchers warn that AI tools help attackers create, automate, and distribute ransomware faster than ever. As a result, new threat actors are entering the scene with minimal technical skills. According to analysts, at least nine new ransomware groups…
The North Korean crypto hackers have already stolen over $2 billion in digital assets this year, setting a new record. Their increasingly advanced methods now focus on individuals instead of exchanges, reflecting a major strategic shift in cybercrime. Shift from Exchanges to Individuals In previous years, North Korean groups mainly targeted cryptocurrency exchanges. However, 2025…
The HopHop App Quebec data leak has raised serious privacy concerns after researchers discovered exposed school data on an unsecured server. The incident affected thousands of parents, students, and school administrators across Quebec. HopHop is a mobile app used by schools to coordinate student pick-ups and improve campus safety. The platform allows parents to notify…
A new FileFix attack variant uses cache smuggling to bypass detection systems and execute hidden payloads. Security researchers warn that this method allows attackers to plant malware without visible downloads or alerts. It demonstrates how social engineering and browser manipulation can defeat traditional endpoint protection. How the Attack Works The FileFix technique relies on misleading…
The Crimson Collective AWS attack marks a new phase in cyber extortion campaigns. The threat group has shifted its focus toward Amazon Web Services environments, exploiting exposed credentials and weak identity controls. Their operations aim to exfiltrate sensitive data and pressure victims into ransom payments. Security researchers warn that this campaign exposes major gaps in…
During OpenAI DevDay 2025, Sam Altman announced a new wave of products and features designed to expand the OpenAI ecosystem.He confirmed that more than four million developers now use OpenAI’s platform, with a growing focus on enterprise solutions and creative tools. Altman said the company is moving beyond simple chat interaction. The goal is to…
OpenAI has uncovered a growing trend of foreign threat actors using its tools, including ChatGPT, to strengthen existing cyberattack methods.The report details how state-linked groups from China, Russia, North Korea, and other regions have incorporated AI into operations targeting businesses, governments, and media outlets. OpenAI found no evidence that these groups developed new forms of…
A ransomware gang known as Qilin has taken credit for the Asahi cyberattack, which disrupted beer production and distribution across Japan.Asahi Group Holdings detected the attack on September 29, when several internal systems suddenly went offline. The company quickly formed an emergency task force to contain the breach and start recovery.According to Qilin’s dark web…
Zelda Williams publicly criticized AI-generated videos that use her father’s likeness.She said the clips feel “disgusting” and deeply disrespectful.In her statement, Zelda explained that these digital recreations exploit grief and misrepresent her father’s personality. “These deepfakes aren’t tributes,” she said. “They’re distortions that erase humanity.”Her comments followed a surge of synthetic videos circulating online, showing…
OpenAI has banned a group of China-linked ChatGPT accounts that allegedly tried to create AI-powered surveillance systems. According to internal investigations, the users submitted prompts to generate proposals, scripts, and code for tracking public activity on platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. The accounts reportedly operated during Chinese business hours and primarily used the…