Category cyber-attacks

QSnatch Data-Stealing Malware Compromised More Than 62,000 QNAP NAS Devices

Cybersecurity Agencies Warn of QSnatch Malware Threat Targeting QNAP Devices In a joint advisory issued by cybersecurity agencies in the United States and the United Kingdom, significant warnings have been raised regarding an ongoing malware threat known as QSnatch, which is affecting network-attached storage (NAS) devices produced by Taiwanese company…

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Vulnerabilities in Industrial VPNs May Expose Critical Infrastructure to Attacks

Cybersecurity experts have identified serious vulnerabilities within widely used industrial VPN systems, which are crucial for accessing operational technology (OT) networks remotely. These vulnerabilities may enable malicious actors to manipulate data, execute harmful code, or interfere with industrial control systems (ICS), raising significant security concerns across various sectors. A newly…

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EU Sanctions Hackers from China, Russia, and North Korea Wanted by the FBI

The European Union has enacted its inaugural sanctions aimed at individuals and entities implicated in cyber-attacks that target European citizens and member states. This unprecedented directive has identified six individuals and three entities linked to various cyber intrusions, including notable incidents such as the WannaCry ransomware attack and NotPetya malware…

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ICE Pursues Cyber Enhancements for Enhanced Monitoring and Investigation of Its Personnel

ICE Expands Cybersecurity Monitoring Amid Heightened Internal Leak Investigations As the Biden administration intensifies efforts to address internal leaks, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is quietly renewing a crucial cybersecurity contract focused on monitoring and preserving employee activity within its systems. The operation, termed Cyber Defense and Intelligence Support Services,…

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US Government Issues Warning About New Strain of Chinese ‘Taidoor’ Virus

Recent disclosures from US intelligence agencies reveal an alarming resurgence of a 12-year-old strain of malware, known as “Taidoor.” This variant is believed to be employed by state-sponsored actors from China, targeting a wide array of institutions, including government bodies, corporations, and think tanks. The malware, which has been active…

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Lazarus Group Integrates New BeaverTail Variant into Developer Tools

On December 18, 2025, cybersecurity firm Darktrace unveiled new findings regarding a perilous variant of BeaverTail malware, classified as a JavaScript-based information stealer. This malware, associated with North Korea’s infamous Lazarus Group, is part of a growing wave of cyber-attacks directed at the financial and cryptocurrency sectors. The research, disseminated…

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The Hyper-Realistic AI Face Swapping Platform Fueling Romance Scams

AI Face-Swapping App Linked to Cybercrime in Southeast Asia The artificial intelligence application Haotian, designed for face-swapping capabilities, has emerged as a major player in the realm of online fraud. This Chinese-language app has reportedly generated millions of dollars by providing its technology through platforms like Telegram, facilitating integration with…

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