Sead Fadilpašić

Sead is a seasoned freelance journalist based in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He writes about IT (cloud, IoT, 5G, VPN) and cybersecurity (ransomware, data breaches, laws and regulations). In his career, spanning more than a decade, he’s written for numerous media outlets, including Al Jazeera Balkans. He’s also held several modules on content writing for Represent Communications.

Articles by: Sead Fadilpašić

Malware attack virus alert , malicious software infection , cyber security awareness training to protect business

Curl will stop bug bounties program due to avalanche of AI slop

By Sead Fadilpašić published

A small team was being bombarded with submissions, many of which were low-quality, or AI-generated.

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Custom-made 'vishing' kits are attacking SSO accounts across the world - Google, Microsoft and Okta under threat, here's what we know

By Sead Fadilpašić published

The kits are so good that vishing is growing more popular, but there is a solution.

Best free Linux firewalls

Fortinet FortiGate devices hit in automated attacks which create rogue accounts and steal firewall data

By Sead Fadilpašić published

A recent patch is apparently not working particularly well, and Fortinet is already working on another.

Cryptocurrencies

Linux users targeted as crypto-stealing malware hits Snap packages - here's how to stay safe

By Sead Fadilpašić published

There's a "relentless" campaign on the Ubuntu app store, and people are losing their crypto, experts warn.

coding

Best IDE for Python of 2026

By Sead Fadilpašić last updated

Updated We list the best IDE for Python, to make it simple and easy for programmers to manage their Python code with a selection of specialist tools.

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Watch out - this devious new Android malware clicks on hidden browser ads to put you at risk

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Malware uses AI to mimic authentic human behavior and trick traditional defenses.

Under Armour Hovr

Under Armour cyberattack may put over 7 million at risk - but it's staying quiet

By Sead Fadilpašić published

The retailer is yet to confirm, or deny the claims, while Have I Been Pwned? adds millions of new emails to its archive.

Wix Harmony, Wix’s latest AI website builder, is your new design partner.

Wix launches 'Harmony' - a hybrid approach to vibe coding and visual design

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Wix Harmony doesn't live in a 'bubble' and won't break the site's code.

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GitLab patches major security flaw - here's what we know

By Sead Fadilpašić published

A new patch fixes six important flaws, including ones allowing for 2FA bypass.

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Zendesk tickets hijacked in massive spam campaign

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Someone is sending hundreds of pointless emails to people, using Zendesk's ticketing system.

Data breach

Top PC components store denies data breach - PcComponentes says it is safe, despite hacker claims

By Sead Fadilpašić published

PcComponentes says it did not lose data in a breach, but through a credential stuffing attack.

LinkedIn app on an iPhone

A new LinkedIn phishing scam is targeting executives online - make sure you don't fall for this

By Sead Fadilpašić published

A little bit of Python, a little bit of DLL sideloading, and a little bit of fake jobs.

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50,000 WordPress site affected in major plugin security flaw - here's how to stay safe

By Sead Fadilpašić published

A popular WordPress plugin has a worrying flaw which could allow website takeover.

Claude AI

Anthropic's official Git MCP server had some worrying security flaws - this is what happened next

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Bugs could be chained for devastating effect, but Anthropic stepped up.

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North Korean hackers target Microsoft Virtual Studio Code

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Contagious Interview keeps evolving, as Lazarus hacker now abuse Microsoft Visual Studio Code, too.

Computer Hacked, System Error, Virus, Cyber attack, Malware Concept. Danger Symbol

Top online mentor site UStrive admits breach exposed data on children

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Error in UStrive website allowed anyone to view sensitive user data, including names and email addresses.

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A Google Gemini security flaw let hackers use calendar invites to steal private data

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Another prompt injection variant was discovered and remedied.

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These fake Chrome extensions will crash your browser so that hackers can sneak in - here's how to stay safe

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Don't fall for this new ClickFix variant which will crash your browser first.

Ransomware gang claims it hacked into Hyatt systems, says it has stolen data for sale

By Sead Fadilpašić published

NightSpire claims to have stolen almost 50GB of Hyatt files, including login credentials for CMS systems.

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New botnet reportedly targets HPE OneView, so be on your guard

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Researcher finds critical-level flaw could be abused to expand the RondoDox botnet.

Ransomware

Ingram Micro reveals ransomware attack hit 42,000 people - here's how to find out more

By Sead Fadilpašić published

SafePay is claiming responsibility for July 2025 attack which forced Ingram Micro to shut down parts of its IT network.

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Huge data breach reveals info on 750,000 investors - here's what we know, and how to see if you're affected

By Sead Fadilpašić published

CIRO details what happened in 2025 data breach, including what kind of info was taken.

Google Chrome

These Chrome extensions spoof Workday, NetSuite, and others to trick victims - here's what to look for

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Five extensions were found targeting enterprises and multinational organizations, taking over valuable accounts.

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Hackers could exploit these W-Fi security flaws to knock your internet offline

By Sead Fadilpašić published

A bug could force you to have to manually restart your router, but a patch is available.

Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox browser apps on a mobile phone

More malicious browser extensions uncovered - Chrome, Firefox, and Edge all affected

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Malicious extensions were downloaded more than 840,000 times.

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