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Stories from across the site that focus on insider threat.

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

How Insider Access Threats Are Shaping Cybersecurity Risks in 2026

How Insider Access Threats Are Shaping Cybersecurity Risks in 2026

Malicious insiders accelerating cyber risks by selling access daily on the dark web. Learn how organizations can detect and defend against this growing insider threat.

Aug 26, 2026

FBI Agent Allegedly Stole $1M in Crypto Using Memorized Seed Phrases

FBI Agent Allegedly Stole $1M in Crypto Using Memorized Seed Phrases

A former FBI supervisor allegedly stole $1 million in cryptocurrency by memorizing seed phrases from bureau systems, prompting questions about federal crypto security protocols.

Aug 5, 2026

How a Trojan Rigged Live Online Betting Games and What You Should Know

How a Trojan Rigged Live Online Betting Games and What You Should Know

A sophisticated trojan disguised as a popular .NET library rigged outcomes in online live betting games by exploiting insider knowledge. Discover how it worked and the implications for developers and users.

Jul 23, 2026

Ransomware Negotiator Jailed for Betraying Victims to Attackers

Ransomware Negotiator Jailed for Betraying Victims to Attackers

A ransomware negotiator received a 70-month prison sentence after covertly aiding attackers, highlighting insider threats in ransomware response.

Jul 13, 2026

Why Many Employees Might Sell Company Data and How to Protect Against Insider Threats

Why Many Employees Might Sell Company Data and How to Protect Against Insider Threats

A concerning number of employees are willing to sell company data for money, posing a serious insider threat. Learn why this matters and how businesses can strengthen defenses against internal data leaks.

May 7, 2026