Critical Wi-Fi Security Flaw Threatens Global Internet Connectivity
Researchers uncover major vulnerability in MU-MIMO technology that could impact billions of Wi-Fi devices worldwide. The security flaw allows attackers to degrade network speeds and requires fundamental changes to Wi-Fi standards for remediation.
Critical Tunneling Protocol Vulnerabilities Put 4.2M Devices at Global Risk
Researchers uncover severe security flaws in common tunneling protocols affecting millions of VPN servers, routers, and network infrastructure worldwide. The vulnerabilities could enable attackers to hijack systems and conduct anonymous attacks by exploiting unauthenticated data transfer mechanisms.
Proton's Global Service Disruption: Lessons from a Complex Infrastructure Migration
A major outage struck Proton's services during an ambitious transition to Kubernetes infrastructure, affecting users worldwide. The incident exposed critical challenges in modernizing technical systems while highlighting important lessons for maintaining service stability during complex upgrades.
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.
Russia's Shadow Fleet Suspected in Baltic Sea Infrastructure Sabotage
Finnish investigators have uncovered evidence linking a Russian shadow fleet vessel to damage of critical undersea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea, including the Estlink-2 power cable. The discovery adds to mounting concerns about coordinated Russian efforts to disrupt regional communications and energy networks.
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.
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.
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.
Chinese Researchers Achieve Breakthrough in Drone-Based Laser Technology
Chinese scientists have developed a revolutionary system enabling small drones to redirect powerful laser beams, overcoming previous size limitations in aerial laser warfare. The innovative reflection-based approach allows drones to deliver kilowatt-level laser power without carrying heavy generation equipment.
Global Meta Outage Disrupts Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp Services for Hours
A massive technical failure struck Meta's platforms, leaving billions of users worldwide unable to access Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp for several hours. The comprehensive disruption affected both consumer apps and business products, marking Meta's largest service interruption since 2021.