Contractors with hacking records accused of wiping 96 govt databases

Two Virginia brothers, Muneeb and Sohaib Akhter, face charges for hacking into government and private systems, deleting sensitive databases, and stealing personal information after being previously convicted and rehired as federal contractors. Their actions pose significant threats to government security and disrupt federal operations. #AkhterBrothers #GovernmentDatabaseTheft

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Russia blocks FaceTime and Snapchat over use in terrorist attacks

Russian authorities have blocked access to Apple’s FaceTime and Snapchat, citing their use in coordinating terrorist activities and criminal recruitment. Additionally, Russia has banned other platforms like Roblox, WhatsApp, Viber, Signal, Discord, and WeChat for various reasons, including extremism and misinformation. #Roskomnadzor #FaceTime #Snapchat #Roblox #WhatsApp #Viber #Signal #Discord #WeChat

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Silver Fox Uses Fake Microsoft Teams Installer to Spread ValleyRAT Malware in China

Silver Fox is conducting sophisticated false flag operations and SEO poisoning campaigns to distribute ValleyRAT malware, targeting Chinese-speaking and Western organizations operating in China. The campaign employs deceptive techniques using Microsoft Teams and trojanized installers to evade detection and maintain long-term access. #SilverFox #ValleyRAT…

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Amid rising threats, NATO holds its largest-ever cyberdefense exercise

NATO’s largest cyberdefense exercise, Cyber Coalition, involved over 1,300 participants from 29 allies and 7 partner nations, focusing on defending against complex cyber threats to critical infrastructure. The exercise emphasizes international cooperation, information sharing, and adapting to evolving cyber threats, including space-based scenarios and hybrid attacks. #NATO #CyberCoalition #CriticalInfrastructure #HybridThreats #SpaceCybersecurity…

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British officials seek to expand facial recognition technology use

The British Home Office is seeking public input to expand and regulate facial recognition technology, emphasizing its potential to combat serious crime while addressing privacy concerns. The consultation aims to develop a stronger legal framework for responsible deployment, with public support conditional on proper safeguards. #FacialRecognition #PublicConsultation…

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Cybersecurity M&A Roundup: 30 Deals Announced in November 2025

In November 2025, thirty significant cybersecurity M&A deals were announced, involving major companies expanding their security capabilities through acquisitions. These deals include acquisitions of AI platforms, security service providers, and cyber risk management firms, shaping the future landscape of cybersecurity infrastructure. #ArcticWolf #Bugcrowd #PaloAltoNetworks #SAFE #Zscaler…

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Microsoft 365 license check bug blocks desktop app downloads

Microsoft is actively investigating a bug that prevents users from downloading Microsoft 365 desktop applications and is working on a fix. The issue, caused by a recent service update, may also affect opening email attachments in Outlook, highlighting ongoing challenges in maintaining Office app accessibility and functionality. #Microsoft365 #OfficeAppDownload #OutlookEncodingError

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5 Threats That Reshaped Web Security This Year [2025]

In 2025, web security faced unprecedented challenges from AI-driven attacks, sophisticated injection techniques, and supply chain compromises, forcing a complete overhaul of traditional defenses. The lessons learned emphasize continuous validation, AI-aware security measures, and proactive monitoring to defend against evolving digital threats. #VibeCoding #JavaScriptInjection #Magecart #SupplyChainAttacks #WebPrivacy…

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