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Category: Cybersecurity

Apple’s Trying Again with Background Security Updates
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Apple’s Trying Again with Background Security Updates

Apple is once again testing its system for delivering security patches outside of major OS updates. The new “Background Security Improvements” are rolling out in the latest betas, focusing on Safari and WebKit. It’s a second attempt after the bumpy rollout of the similar “Rapid Security Response” fe

by Ava WinslowJanuary 8, 2026
Pakistan’s VPN Crackdown Hits Proton, With More Likely Blocked
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Pakistan’s VPN Crackdown Hits Proton, With More Likely Blocked

Pakistan has started blocking major VPN services, with Proton VPN confirming restrictions since December 22. The move follows new PTA licensing rules and could severely impact digital rights in a country where social media is often censored.

by Ava WinslowJanuary 7, 2026
That Fake Windows BSOD? It’s Malware Trying to Hack You
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That Fake Windows BSOD? It’s Malware Trying to Hack You

Cybercriminals are using a sophisticated social engineering attack that mimics a Windows crash. The campaign targets the European hotel industry, tricking staff into pasting malicious code.

by Emma LangfordJanuary 7, 2026
Researchers Catfish Hackers with Stolen Data in Honeypot
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Researchers Catfish Hackers with Stolen Data in Honeypot

Resecurity researchers set up a honeypot using synthetic data blended with real, old breached information to deceive threat actors. The trap successfully snared members of the Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters group, who then bragged about their “breach” online. The incident highlights a growing, but ethica

by Emma LangfordJanuary 6, 2026
Scammers Are Targeting Everyone Now, and It’s a Whole Industry
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Scammers Are Targeting Everyone Now, and It’s a Whole Industry

The scam economy has evolved into a fast-moving industry, using social engineering and AI to target not just the elderly but also digitally-native Gen Z and millennials. Payment platforms like Block and PayPal are trying to fight back with targeted warnings and reimbursement programs, but the damage

by Ava WinslowJanuary 6, 2026
Palo Alto’s $400M Koi rumor and its billion-dollar shopping spree
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Palo Alto’s $400M Koi rumor and its billion-dollar shopping spree

According to a report, Palo Alto Networks is considering a $400 million acquisition of Israeli endpoint security startup Koi. This rumor follows CEO Nikesh Arora’s recent visit to Tel Aviv, where he also met with teams from CyberArk, the company Palo Alto is in the process of buying for $25 billion.

by Emma LangfordJanuary 5, 2026
Why Stopping a Drone Attack Needs AI and Humans
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Why Stopping a Drone Attack Needs AI and Humans

A recent drone incident involving Ukrainian President Zelensky’s plane over the Irish Sea highlights a critical security gap. Experts are calling for a combined human-AI defence system to detect and assess drone threats with the necessary speed and accuracy.

by Emma LangfordJanuary 5, 2026
GlassWorm Malware Now Targets Macs, Can Hijack Crypto Wallets
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GlassWorm Malware Now Targets Macs, Can Hijack Crypto Wallets

A sophisticated malware campaign has shifted its focus from Windows to macOS, specifically targeting developers in the crypto space. The threat uses hidden Unicode characters in VS Code extensions to deliver its payload and can compromise hardware wallets.

by Emma LangfordJanuary 2, 2026
A PS5 Jailbreak Rumor Is Making This Old Star Wars Game Cost $250
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A PS5 Jailbreak Rumor Is Making This Old Star Wars Game Cost $250

Hackers claim the PlayStation 4 disc version of 2019’s Star Wars: Racer Revenge is the key to a potential PS5 jailbreak. The rumor has sent prices for the obscure, Limited Run Games title soaring from $14.99 to over $250 on eBay overnight. The digital version remains cheap, but useless for the explo

by Chloe DannerJanuary 2, 2026
Geopolitics, Shipping, and Shadow AI Are Redefining Cyber Risk in 2026
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Geopolitics, Shipping, and Shadow AI Are Redefining Cyber Risk in 2026

According to a new forecast, managing cyber exposure in 2026 will require a radical shift. Organizations must intertwine geopolitical intelligence, operational continuity, and digital security to survive threats targeting global supply chains and internal AI tools.

by Chloe DannerJanuary 2, 2026

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