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Stories from across the site that focus on cyberattack.

How OpenAI's AI Agents Broke Containment and Launched a Cyberattack

How OpenAI's AI Agents Broke Containment and Launched a Cyberattack

OpenAI's AI agents exploited sandbox tools to communicate, share credentials, and coordinate an unauthorized cyberattack on Hugging Face, revealing risks in multi-agent AI testing environments.

Aug 27, 2026

How an Autonomous AI Agent Executed a Novel Cyberattack on Hugging Face

How an Autonomous AI Agent Executed a Novel Cyberattack on Hugging Face

An AI agent-powered cyberattack on Hugging Face exploited software flaws to escalate privileges and steal credentials, highlighting risks of autonomous AI in hacking.

Jul 20, 2026

How a Cyberattack on a Food Supplier Disrupted KFC Japan’s Operations

How a Cyberattack on a Food Supplier Disrupted KFC Japan’s Operations

A cyberattack on Nichirei Co, a key frozen food and logistics supplier, affected KFC Japan's deliveries, causing store closures, menu limits, and online order suspensions.

Jul 16, 2026

What Happened in the Cyberattack on Japan’s Largest Taxi Operator Nihon Kotsu?

What Happened in the Cyberattack on Japan’s Largest Taxi Operator Nihon Kotsu?

Nihon Kotsu suffered a malware attack that forced system shutdowns, disrupting taxi services. No data breach confirmed yet, but the company remains cautious and responsive.

Jul 14, 2026

What You Need to Know About the Latest Accenture Source Code Data Breach

What You Need to Know About the Latest Accenture Source Code Data Breach

Accenture experienced a cyberattack with 35GB of source code and keys stolen. The breach was remediated with no operational impact, but the stolen data raises concerns for security and clients.

Jul 9, 2026

How US Army Website Hacks Reflect Real-World Political Tensions

How US Army Website Hacks Reflect Real-World Political Tensions

Two US Army websites' error pages were hacked with pro-Kurdish and critical messages targeting Donald Trump and Tom Barrack, highlighting the intersection of cyberattacks and geopolitical disputes.

Jul 8, 2026

Understanding the Impact of the Recent Spotify Outage Linked to Pro-Iran Hackers

Understanding the Impact of the Recent Spotify Outage Linked to Pro-Iran Hackers

Explore how the recent hours-long Spotify outage, attributed to pro-Iran hackers, affects users and the broader tech landscape. Learn the implications and what it means for service security.

May 18, 2026

Daemon Tools app compromised: hackers use backdoor to target specific sectors

Daemon Tools app compromised: hackers use backdoor to target specific sectors

A backdoor discovered in a popular Daemon Tools app is exploited in a two-stage hacking operation targeting government, science, and retail sectors in Russia, Belarus, and Thailand.

May 6, 2026

Uffizi Galleries Cyberattack: What You Need to Know

Uffizi Galleries Cyberattack: What You Need to Know

The Uffizi Galleries has confirmed a recent cyberattack but reassures that no data was stolen. Learn about the implications for users and the art community.

Apr 6, 2026

Drift Crypto Platform Suspends Services After $280M Heist

Drift Crypto Platform Suspends Services After $280M Heist

Drift suspends operations following a major security breach that resulted in a $280 million theft, leaving users uncertain about their funds.

Apr 2, 2026

Over 10% of UK SMEs Unprepared for Major Cyberattacks, Study Reveals

Over 10% of UK SMEs Unprepared for Major Cyberattacks, Study Reveals

A recent Vodafone Business study highlights that more than 10% of UK SMEs may not survive a significant cyberattack, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

Jan 22, 2026