Russian Hackers Target Microsoft 365 Using Device Code Authentication Scam
Russian threat actors have launched a sophisticated phishing campaign exploiting Microsoft's device code authentication to compromise Microsoft 365 accounts across government and private sectors. The attacks, conducted by multiple groups including APT29, use social engineering tactics to bypass security measures and gain unauthorized access.
Anduril Acquires Army's AR Headset Program, Aims to Create 'Technomancer' Warriors
Defense tech startup Anduril takes over Microsoft's troubled $22B military AR headset project, with founder Palmer Luckey envisioning sci-fi inspired battlefield technology. The IVAS system combines night vision, thermal imaging, and real-time data in an augmented reality display for soldiers.
OpenAI Accuses Chinese Rival DeepSeek of Data Theft in AI Development Battle
OpenAI and Microsoft investigate Chinese AI startup DeepSeek for potentially misusing their data to train advanced language models, highlighting the irony as OpenAI faces similar accusations. The dispute underscores growing tensions between US and Chinese tech companies while raising questions about data rights and competitive practices in AI development.
AI Data Centers Drive Revival of Abandoned Nuclear Power Project
A failed $25 billion nuclear reactor project in South Carolina may be resurrected due to surging electricity demands from AI data centers. Tech giants like Microsoft and Meta are actively seeking nuclear power partnerships, potentially offering a path to offset costs previously shouldered by ratepayers.
Microsoft Teams Exploited in Sophisticated Ransomware Phishing Scams
Cybersecurity firm Sophos reveals how ransomware groups are masquerading as IT support staff in Microsoft Teams to infiltrate organizations and deploy malware. The attackers exploit Teams' default settings to initiate contact and convince employees to grant remote access control.
PayPal Users Targeted by Sophisticated Microsoft 365-Based Phishing Scam
A newly discovered phishing campaign exploits legitimate PayPal infrastructure and Microsoft 365 to hijack user accounts. The sophisticated attack bypasses traditional security by using authentic payment request notifications and URLs, making detection particularly challenging.
Critical Active Directory Flaw Threatens Windows Server Infrastructure
A severe vulnerability in Microsoft's Active Directory system could enable attackers to crash multiple Windows servers simultaneously through LDAP exploitation. The critical flaw, rated 9.8 CVSS, affects domain controllers and requires immediate patching to prevent potential widespread attacks.
Critical BitLocker Flaw Enables Full Encryption Bypass on Latest Windows 11
A persistent vulnerability in Microsoft's BitLocker encryption system allows attackers with physical access to completely bypass protection on fully-updated Windows 11 devices. The 'bitpixie' exploit works even on systems using Secure Boot and TPM, raising serious concerns about BitLocker's security in enterprise environments.
AI Chatbots Show Alarming Signs of Performance Deterioration Amid Industry Boom
Major AI chatbots are exhibiting widespread cognitive decline and degraded capabilities, raising concerns about the sustainability of massive industry investments. The troubling development comes as venture capital funding for AI approaches record levels, with implications for projected economic growth.
Cybercrime Evolution: FlowerStorm Rises as Rockstar2FA Phishing Platform Collapses
The sudden technical failure of Rockstar2FA phishing toolkit has paved the way for FlowerStorm, a sophisticated phishing-as-a-service platform targeting Microsoft 365 credentials. This transition highlights the resilient nature of cybercrime operations, particularly affecting service industries in developed nations.