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Skype used to distribute hidden malware in small business attacks
Skype used to distribute hidden malware in small business attacks
Security experts discovered that hackers used Skype to deliver the GodRAT trojan hidden in image files, targeting small and medium businesses across multiple regions.
Aug. 22, 2025
Comet browser caught submitting private info in fake shop
Comet browser caught submitting private info in fake shop
PromptFix exploit shows agentic AI systems can be fooled with fake CAPTCHAs.
Aug. 21, 2025
UK links Lazarus Group to Lykke cryptocurrency theft
UK links Lazarus Group to Lykke cryptocurrency theft
The Lykke crypto platform was forced into liquidation after hackers stole Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other assets, leaving customers and founder Richard Olsen facing losses.
Aug. 18, 2025
Bitcoin case deepens in Czech politics with arrest
Bitcoin case deepens in Czech politics with arrest
A $45 million Bitcoin donation accepted without checks has turned into a major Czech political scandal, now focused on money laundering and drug trafficking.
Aug. 18, 2025
Data breach hits cervical cancer screening programme
Data breach hits cervical cancer screening programme
Authorities warn of potential fraud after sensitive medical data theft.
Aug. 13, 2025
US charges four over global romance scam and BEC scheme
US charges four over global romance scam and BEC scheme
Fraud schemes used victim profiling, domain spoofing, BEC attacks, and financial redirection tactics.
Aug. 12, 2025
UAE Ministry of Interior uses AI and modern laws to fight crime
UAE Ministry of Interior uses AI and modern laws to fight crime
The UAE Ministry of Interior confirms the use of AI, surveillance, and modern laws to fight crime, noting that data analysis and legal updates are improving investigations.
Aug. 11, 2025
ShinyHunters breach Google's Salesforce database
ShinyHunters breach Google's Salesforce database
Organisations urged to secure Salesforce access and educate staff on phishing threats.
Aug. 8, 2025
China warns over biometric data risks linked to crypto schemes
China warns over biometric data risks linked to crypto schemes
Biometric technologies face growing threats as foreign intelligence allegedly harvests data through cryptocurrency incentives.
Aug. 7, 2025
Security concerns mount as Microsoft rolls out NLWeb and MCP
Security concerns mount as Microsoft rolls out NLWeb and MCP
Researchers found a major flaw in Microsoft’s new NLWeb protocol, exposing sensitive files. Despite a patch, concerns remain over security practices as Microsoft expands AI features without assigning a CVE.
Aug. 6, 2025
Prisons trial AI to forecast conflict and self‑harm risk
Prisons trial AI to forecast conflict and self‑harm risk
Scanning millions of phone messages enables detection of hidden threats, such as gang coordination or escape planning.
Aug. 4, 2025
AI cloaking helps hackers dodge browser defences
AI cloaking helps hackers dodge browser defences
Cloaking-as-a-service is reshaping digital fraud behind the scenes
Aug. 1, 2025