Latest Cybersecurity News and Articles

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Feds Seize Password Database Used in Massive Bank Account Takeover Scheme

The cybercriminals attempted to steal $28 million from compromised bank accounts through phishing. The post Feds Seize Password Database Used in Massive Bank Account Takeover Scheme appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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INTERPOL Arrests 574 in Africa; Ukrainian Ransomware Affiliate Pleads Guilty

A law enforcement operation coordinated by INTERPOL has led to the recovery of $3 million and the arrest of 574 suspects by authorities from 19 countries, amidst a continued crackdown on cybercrime networks in Africa. The coordinated effort, named Operation Sentinel, took place between October 27 and November 27, 2025, and mainly focused on business email compromise (BEC), digital extortion, and

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Passwd: A walkthrough of the Google Workspace Password Manager

Passwd is designed specifically for organizations operating within Google Workspace. Rather than competing as a general consumer password manager, its purpose is narrow, and business-focused: secure credential storage, controlled sharing, and seamless Workspace integration. The platform emphasizes practicality over feature overload, aiming to provide a reliable system for teams that already rely

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NPM Package With 56,000 Downloads Steals WhatsApp Credentials, Data

The package provides legitimate functionality to evade detection, while stealing users’ data and deploying a backdoor. The post NPM Package With 56,000 Downloads Steals WhatsApp Credentials, Data appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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Italy Antitrust Agency Fines Apple $116 Million Over Privacy Feature; Apple Announces Appeal

Italy’s antitrust authority fined Apple $116 million after determining that operating one of its privacy features restricted App Store competition. The post Italy Antitrust Agency Fines Apple $116 Million Over Privacy Feature; Apple Announces Appeal appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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574 Arrested, $3 Million Seized in Crackdown on African Cybercrime Rings

Authorities in Senegal, Ghana, Benin, and Cameroon dismantled BEC, ransomware, and other cyber-fraud networks. The post 574 Arrested, $3 Million Seized in Crackdown on African Cybercrime Rings appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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U.S. DoJ Seizes Fraud Domain Behind $14.6 Million Bank Account Takeover Scheme

The U.S. Justice Department (DoJ) on Monday announced the seizure of a web domain and database that it said was used to further a criminal scheme designed to target and defraud Americans by means of bank account takeover fraud. The domain in question, web3adspanels[.]org, was used as a backend web panel to host and manipulate illegally harvested bank login credentials. Users to the website are

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Critical n8n Flaw (CVSS 9.9) Enables Arbitrary Code Execution Across Thousands of Instances

A critical security vulnerability has been disclosed in the n8n workflow automation platform that, if successfully exploited, could result in arbitrary code execution under certain circumstances. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-68613, carries a CVSS score of 9.9 out of a maximum of 10.0. The package has about 57,000 weekly downloads, according to statistics on npm. "Under certain

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3.5 Million Affected by University of Phoenix Data Breach

The University of Phoenix is one of the many victims of the recent Oracle EBS hacking campaign attributed to the Cl0p ransomware group. The post 3.5 Million Affected by University of Phoenix Data Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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FCC Bans Foreign-Made Drones and Key Parts Over U.S. National Security Risks

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Monday announced a ban on all drones and critical components made in a foreign country, citing national security concerns. To that end, the agency has added to its Covered List Uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and UAS critical components produced in a foreign country, and all communications and video surveillance equipment and services pursuant

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Cyberattack Disrupts France’s Postal Service and Banking During Christmas Rush

A cyberattack knocked France’s national postal service offline, blocking and delaying package deliveries and online payments. The post Cyberattack Disrupts France’s Postal Service and Banking During Christmas Rush appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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Fake WhatsApp API Package on npm Steals Messages, Contacts, and Login Tokens

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new malicious package on the npm repository that works as a fully functional WhatsApp API, but also contains the ability to intercept every message and link the attacker's device to a victim's WhatsApp account. The package, named "lotusbail," has been downloaded over 56,000 times since it was first uploaded to the registry by a user named "

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Rising Tides: When Cybersecurity Becomes Personal – Inside the Work of an OSINT Investigator

Shannon Miller shares her approach to creating domestic safety and a call to the cyber community to help reduce harm. The post Rising Tides: When Cybersecurity Becomes Personal – Inside the Work of an OSINT Investigator appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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54 Charged in US Over ATM Attacks Involving ‘Ploutus’ Malware

The suspects are leaders and members of the Venezuelan crime syndicate Tren de Aragua. The post 54 Charged in US Over ATM Attacks Involving ‘Ploutus’ Malware appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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A Page From Australia’s Cybersecurity Playbook: Pentesting Our Kids

This week in cybersecurity from the editors at Cybercrime Magazine Sausalito, Calif. – Dec. 20, 2025 –Listen to the podcast David Braue, Editor-At-Large for Cybercrime Magazine, joined host Scott Schober in a recent episode on the Cybercrime Magazine Podcast to discuss Australia’s world-first teen social media The post A Page From Australia’s Cybersecurity Playbook: Pentesting Our Kids appeared first on Cybercrime Magazine.

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MacSync macOS Malware Distributed via Signed Swift Application

A recent MacSync Stealer version no longer requires users to directly interact with the terminal for execution. The post MacSync macOS Malware Distributed via Signed Swift Application appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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Gambit Cyber Raises $3.4 Million in Seed Funding

The cybersecurity startup will use the funds to accelerate platform improvements, global expansion, and partnerships. The post Gambit Cyber Raises $3.4 Million in Seed Funding appeared first on SecurityWeek.

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⚡ Weekly Recap: Firewall Exploits, AI Data Theft, Android Hacks, APT Attacks, Insider Leaks & More

Cyber threats last week showed how attackers no longer need big hacks to cause big damage. They’re going after the everyday tools we trust most — firewalls, browser add-ons, and even smart TVs — turning small cracks into serious breaches. The real danger now isn’t just one major attack, but hundreds of quiet ones using the software and devices already inside our networks. Each trusted system can

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How to Browse the Web More Sustainably With a Green Browser

As the internet becomes an essential part of daily life, its environmental footprint continues to grow.  Data centers, constant connectivity, and resource-heavy browsing habits all contribute to energy consumption and digital waste. While individual users may not see this impact directly, the collective effect of everyday browsing is significant. Choosing a browser designed with

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Ukrainian Nefilim Ransomware Affiliate Pleads Guilty in US

Artem Stryzhak pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit computer fraud after he was extradited earlier this year. The post Ukrainian Nefilim Ransomware Affiliate Pleads Guilty in US appeared first on SecurityWeek.