Hackers are now hiding malware in the images served up by LLMs

As AI tools become more integrated into daily work, the security risks attached to them are also evolving in new directions. Researchers at Trail of Bits have demonstrated a method where malicious prompts are hidden inside images and then revealed Read More …

Storm-0501’s evolving techniques lead to cloud-based ransomware

Microsoft Threat Intelligence has observed financially motivated threat actor Storm-0501 continuously evolving their campaigns to achieve sharpened focus on cloud-based tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). While the threat actor has been known for targeting hybrid cloud environments, their primary objective Read More …

WhatsApp fixes ‘zero-click’ bug used to hack Apple users with spyware

WhatsApp said on Friday that it fixed a security bug in its iOS and Mac apps that was being used to stealthily hack into the Apple devices of “specific targeted users.” The Meta-owned messaging app giant said in its security Read More …

Free webinar exploring the future of cyber security in critical industries

On 5 September 2025, cyber security professionals and industry leaders will gather online for a free, expert-led webinar: “Securing systems, data, and people: What are cyber security experts’ concerns for the future?”. This session serves as a precursor to the Read More …

TAOTH Campaign Exploits End-of-Support Software to Target Traditional Chinese Users and Dissidents

In June, Terend Micro researchers identified and investigated an unusual security incident involving the installation of two malware families, C6DOOR and GTELAM, on a victim’s host. Trend Micro investigation determined that the malware was delivered through a legitimate input method Read More …

Widespread Data Theft Targets Salesforce Instances via Salesloft Drift

Based on new information identified by GTIG, the scope of this compromise is not exclusive to the Salesforce integration with Salesloft Drift and impacts other integrations. GTIG now advise all Salesloft Drift customers to treat any and all authentication tokens Read More …

PayPal glitch triggers chaos as European banks freeze ‘billions’ in transactions

European banks temporarily froze PayPal transactions worth billions after fraud system failure triggered widespread suspension of direct debits and delayed payments for online merchants and customers. A number of German lenders, including Bayerische Landesbank, Hessische Landesbank and DZ-Bank, reportedly halted Read More …

Manitoba: Community that lost $472,000 to cyber attack failed to investigate

Manitoba’s auditor general says a rural municipality failed to properly investigate a cyber attack that resulted in the loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Tyson Shtykalo investigated the cybersecurity breach that led to the Municipality of Westlake-Gladstone, west of Read More …