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Stories from across the site that focus on cybercrime.

How Microsoft’s Takedown of a Billion-Message Phishing Network Impacts Cybersecurity

How Microsoft’s Takedown of a Billion-Message Phishing Network Impacts Cybersecurity

Microsoft's disruption of a massive phishing marketplace reveals evolving tools cybercriminals use, with significant implications for organizational defenses and phishing prevention strategies.

Oct 15, 2026

What the Takedown of KillSec Ransomware Gang Means for Cybersecurity

What the Takedown of KillSec Ransomware Gang Means for Cybersecurity

Europol-led Operation KillSwitch disrupted the KillSec ransomware gang, seizing data, infrastructure, and making arrests, including key operators, marking a major blow against ransomware threats.

Oct 2, 2026

How Fake Desktop Apps Target Payroll Staff to Gain Hidden Remote Access

How Fake Desktop Apps Target Payroll Staff to Gain Hidden Remote Access

Cybercriminals impersonate US HR/payroll platforms with fake desktop apps delivering stealth remote access, risking payroll fraud. Learn how this attack works and what to watch for.

Sep 29, 2026

How Autonomous AI Agents Enabled a Massive Credit Card Skimming Campaign

How Autonomous AI Agents Enabled a Massive Credit Card Skimming Campaign

An AI-driven cyberattack stole over 600,000 payment records by targeting retail sites with autonomous hacking tools, highlighting the need for faster, AI-adaptive cybersecurity defenses.

Sep 24, 2026

Why UK Small Businesses Must Strengthen Cybersecurity Amid Rising AI-Driven Threats

Why UK Small Businesses Must Strengthen Cybersecurity Amid Rising AI-Driven Threats

Nearly half of UK small businesses faced cyber incidents last year, with AI-powered attacks increasing. Learn why basic security measures remain vital as threats evolve.

Sep 23, 2026

What the ShinyHunters vs Cl0p Hack Means for Cybercrime and Security

What the ShinyHunters vs Cl0p Hack Means for Cybercrime and Security

ShinyHunters hacked rival gang Cl0p, stealing data and defacing their site. This inter-gang conflict signals rising risks of disruptive cybercriminal warfare.

Sep 21, 2026

What the Nightmare Stresser Domain Seizure Means for DDoS Attack Prevention

What the Nightmare Stresser Domain Seizure Means for DDoS Attack Prevention

US law enforcement seized two domains of Nightmare Stresser, a notorious DDoS-for-hire service, but its attack infrastructure remains active. Learn what this means for cybersecurity and ongoing DDoS threats.

Sep 17, 2026

Manchester Airport Data Breach Exposes 8.7M Users to Targeted Phishing Risks

Manchester Airport Data Breach Exposes 8.7M Users to Targeted Phishing Risks

Hackers published personal data of 8.7 million after failed extortion of Manchester Airport Group, raising the risk of sophisticated phishing and scams.

Sep 2, 2026

How Cybercriminals Exploit Expired Domains to Spread Malware and Scam Users

How Cybercriminals Exploit Expired Domains to Spread Malware and Scam Users

Millions of expired domains are bought daily by cybercrime groups to exploit their earned trust for malware command centers and scams. Understand the risks and how attackers leverage domain authority.

Aug 21, 2026

How Fake Ransomware Recovery Scams Are Tricking Victims and Worsening Cyber Risks

How Fake Ransomware Recovery Scams Are Tricking Victims and Worsening Cyber Risks

Scammers posing as ransomware recovery experts exploit victims post-attack, demanding large fees but offering no help. Learn how these fake firms operate and protect yourself.

Aug 20, 2026

Cybercrime Causes Average Loss of Nearly $10,000 Per Victim, Global Costs Exceed $1.24 Trillion

Cybercrime Causes Average Loss of Nearly $10,000 Per Victim, Global Costs Exceed $1.24 Trillion

Cybercrime inflicts massive financial damage worldwide with victims losing nearly $10,000 each on average and total losses surpassing $1.24 trillion annually across 130 million victims.

Aug 4, 2026

ChatGPT Phishing: Why AI Brands Are Now Top Targets for Cybercriminals

ChatGPT Phishing: Why AI Brands Are Now Top Targets for Cybercriminals

ChatGPT is now one of the most impersonated brands in phishing campaigns. Learn how attackers mimic tech and AI companies, and what steps users and businesses should take to avoid falling victim.

Jul 24, 2026