Crackas With Attitude Hacking Group Member Sentenced for Targeting U.S. Officials A key member of the notorious hacking group known as Crackas With Attitude has received a five-year prison sentence for his involvement in a series of high-profile cyber intrusions. This group gained notoriety in 2015 for compromising the personal…
In a recent development within the realm of cybersecurity, UpGuard researchers uncovered a substantial data breach involving a publicly accessible database that potentially contained an extensive array of sensitive personal information belonging to Americans. Greg Pollock, director of research at UpGuard, expressed a mix of fatigue and surprise after discovering…
In a striking example of modern cybercrime, a significant data breach has emerged involving three major banks in Israel. The target institutions—Israel Discount Bank, Bank Yahav, and First International Bank of Israel—are reportedly facing threats from a hacker claiming possession of sensitive customer data. This incident underscores a disturbing trend…
Agentic AI, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Addressing Authentication Risks of Agentic AI: Insights from Fraud Specialist David Barnhardt Suparna Goswami (gsuparna) • February 18, 2026 David Barnhardt, Strategic Advisor for Fraud and AML, Datos Insights Financial institutions are accelerating the deployment of artificial intelligence agents capable…
New AI Data Leak Alert: Over 1 Billion IDs, Emails, and Phone Numbers Exposed A significant data breach has come to light involving the exposure of over one billion personal identifiers, including email addresses, phone numbers, and IDs, raising serious concerns within cybersecurity circles. This incident has not only compromised…
Recent findings from Orange Cyberdefenses’ Security Navigator reveal a worrying trend in cybersecurity. Vulnerabilities that were first identified as far back as 1999 continue to be present in networks today, underscoring a persistently high risk landscape. Analyzing Vulnerability Lifespan The ongoing vulnerability scans conducted by Orange Cyberdefense allow for an…
Recent investigations by security firm FireEye have revealed a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign orchestrated by an Iranian hacking group identified as Advanced Persistent Threat 33 (APT33). This group has been targeting critical sectors, including aerospace, defense, and energy, in the United States, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea since at least…
UK-based insurance firm Staysure has reported a significant data breach that has potentially exposed the sensitive financial information of over 93,000 customers. The breach comes amid growing concerns over cybersecurity vulnerabilities across industries, drawing attention to the importance of data protection measures. The issue was first identified on November 14,…
Cyber threats are an ever-present challenge, characterized by their continuous evolution, unpredictability, and complexity. Recent discussions have centered on the vital need for organizations to bolster their cyber resilience, which encompasses not just preparation, but also effective response and recovery strategies. These strategies are crucial in maintaining business continuity while…