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How Hackers Exploit Backup Servers for Crypto Mining and What You Must Do

How Hackers Exploit Backup Servers for Crypto Mining and What You Must Do

Critical flaws in AhsayCBS backup software allowed hackers to hijack business backup servers for stealthy Monero mining. Immediate patching and access restrictions are essential.

Oct 13, 2026

What Ahold Delhaize Cyberattack Means for Customers and Retail Security

What Ahold Delhaize Cyberattack Means for Customers and Retail Security

Ahold Delhaize's recent cyberattack forced system shutdowns impacting employee services and customer websites. Here's what customers and retail operators need to know about risks and response.

Oct 13, 2026

What the Nippon Columbia Malware Breach Means for 8.7 Million Karaoke Fans

What the Nippon Columbia Malware Breach Means for 8.7 Million Karaoke Fans

Malware at a third-party contractor exposed personal data of 8.7 million customers and employees, highlighting risks of supply-chain cyberattacks in entertainment.

Oct 13, 2026

Why Human Error Remains Cybersecurity's Greatest Challenge

Why Human Error Remains Cybersecurity's Greatest Challenge

Human mistakes cause over 80% of cybersecurity breaches, overshadowing technical threats. Learn why cyber resilience depends on managing these risks effectively.

Oct 13, 2026

What You Need to Know About Malware in Cheap Android Phones

What You Need to Know About Malware in Cheap Android Phones

Certain budget Android phones come with deeply embedded malware that generates fake ad revenue and turns devices into proxies. Learn how this affects you and how to protect your device.

Oct 12, 2026

How Attackers Exploit Microsoft Power BI to Bypass Email Filters and Launch Phishing Attacks

How Attackers Exploit Microsoft Power BI to Bypass Email Filters and Launch Phishing Attacks

Discover how hackers use legitimate Microsoft Power BI dashboards to trick users into downloading remote access tools, enabling persistent network access and potential data breaches.

Oct 12, 2026

How Microsoft Teams Will Detect Deepfakes and Impersonation in Meetings

How Microsoft Teams Will Detect Deepfakes and Impersonation in Meetings

Microsoft Teams is introducing third-party deepfake detection and impersonation warnings in November 2026 to help users identify fake participants and reduce voice phishing attacks.

Oct 9, 2026

How Malware Uses Poems on GitHub to Control Thousands of Infected Servers

How Malware Uses Poems on GitHub to Control Thousands of Infected Servers

Discover how attackers cleverly use AI-generated poems on GitHub to hide control server locations and deploy cryptojacking malware across over 3,000 vulnerable servers worldwide.

Oct 8, 2026

How a Fake CIA Clearance Led to a $190M Fraud and What It Means for Security

How a Fake CIA Clearance Led to a $190M Fraud and What It Means for Security

A former CIA official faked credentials and created a bogus intelligence program to steal nearly $194 million, highlighting risks in clearance vetting and internal controls.

Oct 8, 2026

What You Need to Know About Fake TLS Certificates Used in Recent Domain Hijacking Attacks

What You Need to Know About Fake TLS Certificates Used in Recent Domain Hijacking Attacks

Hackers hijacked three country-code domains to issue fake TLS certificates for major websites, enabling phishing and traffic interception risks. Learn who is affected and what steps to take.

Oct 8, 2026

How Netgear’s Dark Web Monitoring Protects Your Personal Data

How Netgear’s Dark Web Monitoring Protects Your Personal Data

Netgear’s new dark web monitoring service alerts users if their personal data appears on the dark web, helping to mitigate risks from undisclosed data breaches.

Oct 7, 2026

Impact of Arizona Supreme Court Data Breach on 1.3 Million Americans

Impact of Arizona Supreme Court Data Breach on 1.3 Million Americans

A phishing attack on the Arizona Supreme Court exposed sensitive data of 1.3 million individuals including court records, highlighting risks of personalized cybercrime and the importance of data protection in judicial systems.

Oct 7, 2026