UNODC supports the Central Asian states in combatting cybercrime The proliferation of information systems and technologies has turned cybercrime to one of the fastest growing crime types. The internet and associated technologies have created a whole new platform and instruments for criminals around the world, erasing boundaries and making traditional methods used by law enforcement...Read More
Google’s ad domain became the perfect cover for a malware delivery chain The malware rebuilt fake company pages using real logos pulled live online Five attack stages ran almost entirely inside memory, leaving almost no trace Cybersecurity researchers are warning about a malware campaign which uses Google’s ad infrastructure to disguise malicious activities. Research from...Read More
GCC urged to copy EU model Gulf must ensure ‘operational resilience’ AI both a threat and a strength Gulf states should forge deeper cyber ties as AI and ransomware create new vulnerabilities for critical national infrastructure, a cybersecurity expert has said. Despite billions being invested in digital transformation, the GCC is exposed to many of...Read More
The FBI is stepping up its fight against cybercrime nationwide while simultaneously warning the public about a growing scam tied to the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. >> Download the 12News app for the latest local breaking news straight to your phone. The FBI’s Cyber Division announced the launch of “Operation Riptide,” a coordinated, 60-day nationwide...Read More
Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE) said Russian operatives compromised his account on the encrypted messaging app Signal, adding that federal investigators are now examining the breach. Bacon, one of Congress‘s most vocal Republican supporters of aid to Ukraine, told Politico hackers linked to the Russian government gained access to his Signal account roughly four to five...Read More
The bank’s chief financial officer, Bryan Preston, said at the Morgan Stanley U.S. Financials Conference that Fifth Third was granted access to the initiative within the past several weeks, according to the report. “We think it was a reflection of just the role we play in the payments ecosystem in the country today, whether it’s the Direct Express...Read More
Ransomware attacks are hitting small businesses harder because they have lower IT security maturity and limited detection capabilities, and because of increased use of RaaS platforms. There’s also dependence on third-party and supply chain exposure. Exploding Topics reports that in 2024, there were 600 million cybersecurity attacks per day. Around 60% of these attacks targeted businesses,...Read More
EVANSTON, Ill. – Evanston Township High School will remain closed through Tuesday after a ransomware attack disrupted district systems, internet service and computer infrastructure, school officials said. The school announced Monday evening that it plans to reopen Wednesday, with summer school classes, sports camps and other on-campus activities resuming as scheduled. What we know: School...Read More
Zscaler (NASDAQ: ZS) released its ThreatLabz 2026 Phishing and Initial Access Report, showing a 20% YoY decline in overall phishing volume but rising attack sophistication driven by AI. Key findings include 413,524 AI-generated phishing site instances, 95.2% of phishing hidden in encrypted traffic, and a 65.5% surge in attacks on...Read More
WANA (Jun 10) – The hacker group Handala has released a new statement warning the United States and its allies against any potential action targeting Iran, saying that a severe response would follow. In its message, the group stated that “missiles are ready to launch” and warned that any move...Read More
