Apple and Google take down malicious mobile apps from their app stores

Apple and Google have pulled as many as 20 apps from their respective apps for carrying a data-stealing malware.

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XE Group Shifts From Card Skimming to Supply Chain Attacks

The likely Vietnam-based threat actor has been using two zero-days in VeraCore’s warehouse management software in some of its latest cyberattacks.

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120K Victims Compromised in Memorial Hospital Ransomware Attack

After claiming responsibility for the ransomware attack in 2024, the “Embargo” ransomware group posted 1.15 terabytes of stolen data to its public Tor site.

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Who’s using AI the most? The Anthropic Economic Index breaks down the data

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New Anthropic study uncovers AI’s true impact on modern workforce: 57% augmentation vs 43% automation across industries, based on analysis of 4 million Claude interactions.Read More

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8Base ransomware site taken down as Thai authorities arrest 4 connected to operation

The leak site for the 8Base ransomware gang was taken down Monday and replaced with a banner by multiple law enforcement agencies.

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Newspaper Giant Lee Enterprises Reels From Cyberattack

The newspaper company expects the investigation to take some time, but said in an SEC filing that it has not yet identified any material impact.

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Apple fixes iPhone and iPad bug used in an ‘extremely sophisticated attack’

Unknown attackers may have exploited a zero-day bug to access data on locked phones, according to Apple.

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Apple Confirms USB Restricted Mode Exploited in ‘Extremely Sophisticated’ Attack 

Cupertino’s security response team said the flaw was used in “an extremely sophisticated attack against specific targeted individuals.” 

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Australians Hit With One Cyber Attack Every Second in 2024

Australia saw a record surge in cyber attacks in 2024, with data breaches escalating. Experts warn of rising risks as hackers may exploit AI-driven tactics.

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