Cybersecurity Warning: Malicious Ads Target Chinese Users of Notepad++ and VNote Recent reports indicate a concerning trend wherein Chinese users searching for legitimate software such as Notepad++ and VNote are being targeted by malicious advertisements. These ads lead to fraudulent links that distribute trojanized versions of the software, culminating in…
Recent cyber operations attributed to state-sponsored Iranian threat actors underline a sustained focus on collecting sensitive information on individuals that may jeopardize the stability of the Islamic Republic. The targets include dissidents, opposition forces, supporters of ISIS, and Kurdish natives, as evidenced by two coordinated cyber campaigns. The latest findings…
DoorDash Confirms Major Data Breach Affecting Nearly 5 Million Users DoorDash, the prominent food delivery service based in San Francisco, has reported a significant data breach that affects approximately 4.9 million users, including customers, delivery workers, and merchants. The breach, which occurred on May 4, 2019, was only identified by…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cybercrime, Cybercrime as-a-Service Public-Private Collaboration Essential for Ransomware Response, Asserts Anne Neuberger Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • November 27, 2025 Anne Neuberger, former Deputy NSA for Cyber and Emerging Technologies, White House (Image: ISMG) At a recent event in London, Anne Neuberger, former Deputy National Security Adviser for…
In a significant breach impacting user trust, OpenAI recently alerted its API platform users about a data exposure event linked to third-party analytics provider Mixpanel. On November 27, 2025, OpenAI disclosed that unauthorized access to Mixpanel’s systems on November 9 resulted in the leak of sensitive data, including names, email…
In a significant development for WordPress users, a critical security vulnerability has been identified in miniOrange’s Malware Scanner and Web Application Firewall plugins, prompting an urgent recommendation for website owners to uninstall these tools. The detected flaw, designated as CVE-2024-2172, scores a staggering 9.8 on the CVSS scale, representing a…
In a significant cybersecurity incident, hackers infiltrated the computer system of a water treatment facility in Florida, manipulating sodium hydroxide (NaOH) levels in the water supply. This breach, which starkly highlights vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, occurred on February 5 and involved remote access to the facility’s operational controls. During a…
Cybersecurity firm Comodo is urging users of its ITarian Forum to change their passwords immediately following a significant data breach involving the exploitation of a vBulletin vulnerability. This incident has reportedly compromised the login credentials of nearly 245,000 registered users of the forum. On September 29, an attacker leveraged a…
Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cryptocurrency Fraud, Cybercrime UK Fraud Investigators Conduct Arrests in $28M Basis Markets Rug-Pull Investigation Rashmi Ramesh (rashmiramesh_) • November 27, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Each week, Information Security Media Group compiles cybersecurity incidents involving digital assets. Recently, World Liberty Financial has been working to secure user funds after…
