Chrome, Edge Extensions Caught Tracking Users, Creating Backdoors

A threat actor known as ShadyPanda has been deploying malicious Chrome and Edge extensions that track users and execute remote code, affecting millions of downloads. These extensions have evolved from legitimate tools into backdoors capable of surveillance, data exfiltration, and potentially more malicious activities. #ShadyPanda #InfinityV+ #CleanMaster #nuggetsno15 #Zhang…

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FTC Action Hits Illuminate Education Over Massive Student Data Breach

The U.S. FTC has taken enforcement action against Illuminate Education after a data breach exposed over 10 million students’ personal information. The company failed to implement adequate security measures despite warnings, leading to regulatory penalties and new security requirements. #IlluminateEducation #DataBreach #FTCEnforcement #StudentDataProtection…

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Cybersecurity News | Daily Recap [01 Dec 2025]

Daily Recap, today’s Cybersecurity News spans Android MaaS campaigns like Albiriox targeting 400+ apps, Tomiris APT’s switch to public-service implants and covert C2, Bloody Wolf expansion into Central Asia with NetSupport RAT, and a North Korea linked npm package flood delivering OtterCookie. It also covers a Coupang data breach affecting ~33.7 million users, ScadaBR vulnerability warnings, Airbus A320 retrofit, Cryptomixer takedown, WiFi attack sentencing, Linux Kernel 6.18 release removing bcachefs, India’s SIM-binding rule, and Agentic AI browser risks in a weekly threat roundup.
#Albiriox #Tomiris #BloodyWolf #OtterCookie #Coupang #ScadaBR #Airbus #Cryptomixer #WiFiAttacks #LinuxKernel618 #SIMBinding #AgenticAI

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ShadyPanda Turns Popular Browser Extensions with 4.3 Million Installs Into Spyware

ShadyPanda has conducted a seven-year campaign using browser extensions that evolved from legitimate tools to sophisticated spyware, collecting vast amounts of user data. The campaign exploited trusted extension updates and marketplace policies, highlighting the risks of post-approval activity monitoring. #ShadyPanda #BrowserExtensions #GoogleChrome #MicrosoftEdge…

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India Orders Phone Makers to Pre-Install Sanchar Saathi App to Tackle Telecom Fraud

India’s telecommunications ministry has mandated pre-installation of the Sanchar Saathi app on all new mobile devices to enhance telecom security and combat fraud. The app cannot be deleted and helps users report threats like illegal calls and stolen devices, contributing to national security efforts. #SancharSaathi #IndiaTelecomSecurity…

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Cryptomixer platform raided by European police;  million in bitcoin seized

Law enforcement agencies in Switzerland and Germany have dismantled Cryptomixer, a major Bitcoin mixing service used by cybercriminals to launder illegal funds. The takedown disrupted a platform that handled over €1.3 billion since 2016 and provided anonymity for ransomware gangs and dark web vendors. #Cryptomixer #BitcoinMixing #Europol #Cybercrime…

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The BOSS Breach: APT36 Pivots to Linux Espionage with “Silent” Shortcuts

A powerful threat actor known as APT36 has advanced its cyberattack techniques, now focusing on Linux-based systems used by the Indian government. The campaign involves sophisticated malware that targets Bharat Operating System Solutions (BOSS) Linux environments to maintain covert access and espionage capabilities. #APT36 #BOSSLinux #IndianGovernment…

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Glassworm malware returns in third wave of malicious VS Code packages

The Glassworm malware campaign has re-emerged on extension marketplaces for VS Code, infecting new packages with malicious code designed to steal sensitive information and maintain stealthy remote access. Despite efforts to contain it, the malware returns with new techniques, including Rust-based implants, and manipulates search results to appear trustworthy. #Glassworm #OpenVSX #VisualStudioMarketplace

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