Cybersecurity News | Daily Recap [24 Dec 2025]

Daily Recap, cybersecurity incidents this week spanned outages in France affecting La Poste and banking services, a Romania ransomware impact on around 1,000 systems, and a disruptive Kuaishou attack that slammed livestreaming and stock prices. It also flags backdoor activity such as the Nezha Trojan, WebRAT distribution via fake GitHub repos, credential-stealing Chrome extensions and a large npm package, plus major enforcement actions, data breaches, a critical n8n flaw, and policy shifts from Microsoft, ServiceNow, the FCC, Japan, and Italy. #LaPoste #Kuaishou #NezhaTrojan #WebRAT #ChromeExtensions #NPMStealer #Frogblight #INTERPOL #FraudDomainSeizure #FakeIDDomains #Nissan #ShinhanCard #UniversityOfPhoenix #n8n #Teams #Armis #FCCDroneBan #JapanStrategy #AppleFine #PasswdWalkthrough #ServiceNowDeal

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FBI seizes domain storing bank credentials stolen from U.S. victims

The U.S. government has seized the ‘web3adspanels.org’ domain and related database used by cybercriminals to host stolen bank login credentials, resulting from phishing campaigns targeting American citizens. The operation uncovered extensive data, including thousands of victims’ credentials, with estimated financial losses of over $14.6 million. #Web3adspanels #PhishingCampaigns

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New MacSync macOS Stealer Uses Signed App to Bypass Apple Gatekeeper

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a new, notarized version of the MacSync information stealer disguised as a messaging app installer, exploiting Apple’s security measures. This campaign demonstrates evolving evasion techniques, including signing, notarization, and embedding large, seemingly legitimate files to evade detection. #MacSync #MacC0de #AppleSecurity…

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ServiceNow to acquire cyber firm Armis in .75 billion deal

ServiceNow is acquiring cybersecurity firm Armis for $7.75 billion to enhance its AI-native cybersecurity and vulnerability response capabilities. This strategic deal reflects ServiceNow’s efforts to stay competitive amid major acquisitions in the cybersecurity industry by companies like Google and Palo Alto Networks. #Armis #ServiceNow #Wiz #CyberArkSoftware #Moveworks…

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SEC Files Charges Over  Million Crypto Scam Using Fake AI-Themed Investment Tips

The SEC has charged multiple companies and individuals involved in a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam that defrauded over $14 million from retail investors. The scam involved fake platforms, social media ads, WhatsApp investment groups, and fictitious AI-generated tips, with proceeds transferred abroad. #CryptoFraud #InvestmentScam…

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Nomani Investment Scam Surges 62% Using AI Deepfake Ads on Social Media

This article details the rise of the Nomani investment scam, which utilizes advanced AI-generated videos, social media malvertising, and cloaking techniques to deceive victims globally. Despite increased law enforcement efforts, scammers continue to adapt their tactics, leading to fluctuating detection rates. #Nomani #AIDeepfake #SocialMediaFraud…

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Cyber volunteer effort for small water utilities announces new MSSP effort

This initiative aims to enhance cybersecurity protections for rural water utilities across the U.S. by developing a scalable MSSP model tailored to their specific operational challenges. It involves collaboration between cybersecurity experts, federal agencies, and the National Rural Water Association to provide cost-effective, ongoing security services. #DEFCONFranklin #MSSP #RuralWaterUtilities #CybersecurityInitiative…

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