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Emoji Drug Trade: How Social Media Platforms Became the New Dark Web
Drug dealers are shifting from dark web markets to mainstream social media, using creative emoji codes to advertise illegal substances while evading detection. This concerning trend has made drug purchases more accessible than ever, with up to 20% of transactions now happening through popular platforms.
Meta's Algorithm Changes Drastically Reduce Palestinian News Visibility on Facebook
BBC investigation reveals Facebook's post-October 7 policy changes led to a 77% decline in Palestinian news engagement, while Israeli outlets saw increased visibility. Meta denies intentional suppression despite internal concerns about algorithmic bias against Palestinian content.
Microsoft Teams Calls Exploited in Sophisticated DarkGate Malware Campaign
Cybercriminals are leveraging Microsoft Teams and AnyDesk in a complex social engineering attack to distribute DarkGate malware. The campaign combines email phishing, vishing through Teams calls, and remote access tools to compromise systems and steal sensitive data.
Chinese-Linked HiatusRAT Malware Targets Security Cameras in Global Cyber Campaign
The FBI warns of an expanding malware operation targeting IoT devices, particularly security cameras and DVRs from Chinese manufacturers. The HiatusRAT campaign, potentially linked to Chinese state interests, exploits vulnerabilities across multiple countries while focusing on defense-related intelligence gathering.
LastPass Breach Sparks $45M Cryptocurrency Heist Wave
A catastrophic LastPass security breach has led to over $45 million in cryptocurrency thefts affecting more than 150 users since 2022. The latest attack before Christmas saw hackers steal $5.36 million from approximately 40 users, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities from the initial breach.
CISA Updates National Cybersecurity Response Framework, Seeks Public Input
CISA has released a major draft update to the National Cyber Incident Response Plan, the first since 2016, incorporating modern threat responses and cross-sector collaboration frameworks. The updated plan, developed with over 150 experts from 66 organizations, is open for public comment through January 2025.
EU Launches Probe into TikTok's Role in Romanian Election Interference
The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into TikTok over alleged election interference in Romania's presidential race. The probe will examine the platform's content recommendation systems and political advertising policies following concerns about coordinated manipulation during the contested election.
Massive Malvertising Campaign Spreads Lumma Malware Through Fake CAPTCHA Scam
Cybercriminals have launched a sophisticated attack reaching millions of users through compromised ad networks, using fake CAPTCHA verification pages to distribute the Lumma information stealer. The campaign generates over 1 million daily ad impressions across 3,000+ websites, targeting sensitive data like banking credentials and personal files.
Arctic Wolf's $160M Acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance Reshapes Cybersecurity Landscape
Arctic Wolf's strategic $160M acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance endpoint security business combines AI-powered protection with advanced security operations. The deal includes cash payments and company shares, positioning Arctic Wolf for market expansion while maintaining service continuity for existing customers.