Brad Pitt AI Deepfakes Used to Scam French Woman Out of $850,000
A French interior designer lost her marriage and life savings after falling victim to an elaborate romance scam using AI-generated images of Brad Pitt. The 18-month deception involved fraudsters posing as Pitt's mother and requesting money for alleged medical treatments and customs fees.
FBI Launches Unprecedented Operation to Purge Chinese PlugX Malware from US Networks
In a groundbreaking cybersecurity operation, the FBI successfully removed dangerous Chinese PlugX malware from over 4,000 US computers by exploiting its self-delete function. Working with French authorities, the agency leveraged compromised command servers to cleanse infected systems nationwide.
UK Moves to Ban Public Sector Ransomware Payments in Landmark Cybersecurity Push
The UK government proposes groundbreaking legislation to prohibit ransomware payments by public sector organizations and critical infrastructure companies. The initiative, which includes mandatory reporting requirements, aims to disrupt cybercriminal operations that collected an estimated $1 billion globally in 2023.
Chinese Hackers Target Japan: 210 State-Backed Cyberattacks Expose Critical Infrastructure
A Chinese hacking group called Mirror Face has conducted over 200 sophisticated cyberattacks against Japanese government and private organizations between 2019-2024. The attacks, linked to China's Ministry of State Security, targeted aerospace, defense and technology sectors through malware-laden email campaigns.
Cannabis Retailer STIIIZY Hit by Major Customer Data Breach, Exposing ID Documents
Premium cannabis retailer STIIIZY disclosed a significant data breach exposing customer identification documents and transaction records at multiple California locations. The Everest cybercrime group claimed responsibility for compromising hundreds of thousands of records through a vendor's point-of-sale system.
Chinese Hackers Exploit Critical Ivanti Vulnerability in Sophisticated Attack Campaign
UNC5337, a Chinese threat group, has launched a new attack exploiting a critical vulnerability in Ivanti Connect Secure devices, deploying sophisticated malware tools. Over 2,000 ICS instances may be vulnerable across multiple countries, prompting urgent patching and security measures.
Former Disney Employee Faces Charges for Malicious Menu System Hack
A former Disney manager faces federal charges after hacking restaurant menu systems post-termination, dangerously altering allergen information and launching cyberattacks against colleagues. The case highlights cybersecurity vulnerabilities and potential real-world safety impacts of unauthorized system access.
IoT Security Breakthrough: Industry Unites to Combat Cyber Threats
A transformative shift in IoT and edge device security is underway, driven by unprecedented industry collaboration and enhanced standards. Companies are now sharing critical threat intelligence and implementing advanced security measures, marking a departure from past secretive approaches.
Ukrainian Hackers Cripple Major Russian ISP in Unprecedented Cyber Strike
Ukrainian hacking group claims successful attack on St. Petersburg's Nodex internet provider, completely disrupting network infrastructure. The incident marks a significant shift in cyber warfare dynamics as Ukraine demonstrates growing digital offensive capabilities against Russian targets.
UN Aviation Agency ICAO Suffers Data Breach Exposing 42,000 Job Applications
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) confirmed a cybersecurity breach of its recruitment database, compromising over 42,000 job application records. The incident, claimed by hacker 'Natohub', exposed applicants' personal information but did not affect aviation operations or financial data.