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D-Link Devices Under Attack: Dangerous FICORA and Kaiten Botnets Exploit Legacy Vulnerabilities
Security researchers have identified increased activity from two dangerous botnets targeting D-Link devices through unpatched HNAP vulnerabilities. The FICORA and CAPSAICIN variants leverage decade-old security flaws to launch DDoS attacks and establish malware control networks.
White House Reveals Ninth Telecom Company Hit in Chinese State-Sponsored Cyberattack
The White House disclosed a ninth telecommunications company has been compromised in the Salt Typhoon cyber campaign, attributed to Chinese state hackers targeting D.C. area officials. Basic security lapses enabled attackers to breach networks, with one compromised admin account controlling over 100,000 routers.
PayPal's Honey Browser Extension Accused of Massive Influencer Marketing Deception
A groundbreaking investigation reveals PayPal's Honey browser extension may be deliberately limiting discount codes and intercepting affiliate commissions from content creators. The scandal has sparked outrage in the influencer community as evidence suggests the popular shopping tool could be engaging in one of the largest affiliate marketing deceptions to date.
Major Data Breach at American Addiction Centers Exposes Nearly Half a Million Patients' Information
American Addiction Centers suffered a devastating cyberattack that compromised sensitive data of over 422,000 individuals across eight states. The Rhysida ransomware group claimed responsibility for the September 2023 breach, which exposed personal and healthcare information but spared payment data and treatment records.
Japan Airlines Recovers from Holiday DDoS Attack That Disrupted Flights
Japan Airlines faced operational disruptions during peak New Year travel after detecting suspicious network activity on December 26. While over 24 domestic flights were delayed, systems have been fully restored with no data breach reported.
Africa's Digital Growth Sparks Alarming Surge in DDoS Attacks
African organizations face a 30% increase in DDoS attacks as digital transformation accelerates across the continent. Morocco and Egypt emerge as primary targets, while telecommunications infrastructure bears the brunt of sophisticated cyber assaults reaching up to 332.96 Gbit/s.
British Military's Radio Wave Defense System Takes Down Drones for Just 13 Cents per Shot
The British Army has successfully tested a revolutionary Radio Frequency Directed Energy Weapon system that can disable drones from over a kilometer away using concentrated radio waves. This groundbreaking technology offers a cost-effective solution at just 13 cents per engagement while supporting specialized engineering jobs across the UK defense industry.
Critical Fortinet Vulnerability Exposes Cybersecurity Gaps and Corporate Responsibilities
A severe vulnerability in Fortinet's Wireless LAN Manager enables unauthorized system access and potential remote code execution, scoring 9.6/10 in severity. The incident highlights crucial issues around patch deployment timelines and vulnerability management as cybercrime damages are projected to exceed $10.5 trillion by 2025.
Japan Airlines Hit by Cyberattack, Disrupting Flight Operations Nationwide
Japan Airlines (JAL) was forced to suspend ticket sales and faced flight delays after a cyberattack impacted its network systems. While the airline has identified and addressed the root cause, the incident highlights growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in aviation infrastructure.