How to Avoid Phishing Incidents in 2026: A CISO Guide
Phishing in 2026 is harder to detect and verify. Learn how CISOs can speed up investigations, reduce noise, and respond with confidence.
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New VVS Stealer Malware Targets Discord Users via Fake System Errors
Palo Alto Networks’ new report reveals VVS Stealer uses Discord Injection and fake error messages to steal tokens and MFA codes. Protect your account from this new Python-based threat.
Connex IT Partners with AccuKnox for Zero Trust CNAPP Security in Southeast Asia
Menlo Park, India, 6th January 2026, CyberNewsWire
Researchers Warn of Data Exposure Risks in Claude Chrome Extension
Security experts at Zenity Labs warn that Anthropic’s new agentic browser extension, Claude in Chrome, could bypass traditional web security, exposing private data and login tokens to potential hijackers.
NordVPN Denies Breach After Hacker Claims Access to Salesforce Dev Data
A hacker using the alias 1011 has claimed to breach a NordVPN development server, posting what appears to…
How To Build Ransomware-Resilient AI Data Pipelines: A Practical Guide for Modern Enterprises
Modern enterprises depend on AI data pipelines for analytics and automated decision-making. As these pipelines become more integrated…
Disney Fined $10M for Violating Children’s Privacy Laws on YouTube
Disney agrees to a $10M settlement with the DOJ and FTC over YouTube privacy violations. Learn how the COPPA ruling affects kids' data and Disney's new rules.
Researcher Wipes White Supremacist Dating Sites, Leaks Data on okstupid.lol
Security researcher in "Martha Root" in Pink Power Ranger deletes white supremacist dating sites live onstage, leaks 8,000 profiles and 100GB of data at Chaos Communication Congress (CCC) 2025.
Finnish Authorities Detain Crew After Undersea Internet Cable Severed
After a sudden internet cable break between Finland and Estonia, authorities have seized the cargo ship Fitburg. With two crew members arrested and sanctioned steel found on board, investigators are now probing if this was an accident or a deliberate act of hybrid warfare.
Resecurity Says ShinyHunters Fell for Honeypot After Breach Claim
Resecurity denies breach claims by ShinyHunters, says attackers accessed a honeypot with fake data. No real systems or customer info were compromised.
ShinyHunters Claim Breach of US Cybersecurity Firm Resecurity (Updated)
Editor’s Note (Updated): This article has been edited to reflect clarifications provided by Resecurity, including the company’s December…
RondoDox Botnet is Using React2Shell to Hijack Thousands of Unpatched Devices
RondoDox hackers exploit the React2Shell flaw in Next.js to target 90,000+ devices, including routers, smart cameras, and small business websites.
Protecting Your Digital Wallet: What You Need to Know About Fintech Security
The world of finance has undergone a remarkable transformation with the rise of digital wallets and financial technology…
Tokyo FM Data Breach: Hacker Claims Over 3 Million Records Stolen
Tokyo FM is investigating claims of a massive data breach involving 3 million records. Learn what information was allegedly taken and how you can stay safe.
How Webflow Helps Companies Move Faster Without Sacrificing Brand Control
Conventional development frequently results in a trade-off between speed and brand consistency, which harms reputation by causing delays…
Hacker Claims European Space Agency Breach, Selling 200GB of Data
This article has been updated with a tweet from the agency acknowledging that it is investigating these claims.…
Everest Ransomware Leaks 1TB of Stolen ASUS Data
On December 2, 2025, Hackread.com exclusively reported that the Everest ransomware group claimed to have stolen 1TB of…
2 US Cybersecurity Experts Guilty of Extortion Scheme for ALPHV Ransomware
Can you trust your cybersecurity team? A recent federal case reveals how two US-based cybersecurity experts turned into affiliates for the BlackCat ransomware group, extorting over $1.2M in Bitcoin. Read the full story on their 2023 crime spree.
30,000 Korean Air Employee Records Stolen as Cl0p Leaks Data Online
Korean Air confirms a major data leak affecting 30,000 staff members after the Cl0p gang targeted a catering partner. Learn what data was stolen and the airline’s response to secure its data.
HoneyMyte (aka Mustang Panda) Deploys ToneShell Backdoor in New Attacks
HoneyMyte (Mustang Panda) is back with a new ToneShell backdoor. Read how this stealthy attack blinds Microsoft Defender to target government entities in Asia.
