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Thousands of D-Link and QNAP NAS routers compromised by fast-moving AryStinger malware that turns unsecured devices into a malicious proxy botnet
By Sead Fadilpašić published
More than 4,000 routers have been compromised so far, while the number of poisoned NAS devices remains unknown.

Hackers sent ‘extreme’ alert to millions of people using government tools
By Alex Blake published
Hackers breached government systems in Brazil to send millions of people a mysterious ‘extreme’ alert.

'Password reuse only sharpens this problem': Browser-based password storage isn't as safe as you think – these top tips from the experts show how it should be done
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Many users store their passwords exclusively in the browser, creating a huge opportunity for threat actors.

Popular free VPN, streaming apps bombard business networks with 'laundered' traffic
By Rahim Amir published
Residential proxies are both a boon for threat actors and a detriment for their victims, and many of them exist due to a lack of awareness

Security experts warn of AI-boosted scam campaigns that can trick even the smartest victims
By Efosa Udinmwen published
AI-powered scams are tricking victims faster than ever, with many losing money within minutes through convincing fake identities.

Nintendo confirms data stolen via third-party cyberattack
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Shadowbyt3$ is asking for $2 million in exchange for the data, but Nintendo seemingly turned the offer down.

Apple has fixed a security flaw in Beats Studio Buds which let hackers spy on conversations
By Sead Fadilpašić published
A Beats Studio Buds bug finally gets a patch after a year, which will be deployed next time users connect their headphones.

Microsoft warns AI agents are being 'AutoJack'-ed by browsing untrusted websites
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Three minor vulnerabilities chained together can cause a lot of trouble but Microsoft fixed it on time.

Apple users told to watch out for 'unpatchable' iPhone security issues
By Sead Fadilpašić published
The bug is physical and also very difficult to exploit. Still, it can help jailbreak the device and snoop on the data inside.

Tehran-backed group breaches California Water Service, but claims they 'chose not to disrupt water access'
By Efosa Udinmwen published
Iranian-linked group Handala breached California Water Service, leaking 5GB of customer data and exposing critical GPS infrastructure across seven districts.
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