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Chinese Hacker Group Launches Major Cyber Espionage Campaign Against Japanese Government and Industry
A Chinese state-linked hacker group called Mirror Face has conducted over 200 cyberattacks against Japanese government agencies and corporations between 2019-2024. The sophisticated phishing campaign targeted sensitive information related to national security, aerospace, and semiconductor industries.
AI-Powered Border Control: The Hidden Cost of Predictive Travel Surveillance
As AI surveillance systems increasingly determine who can cross borders, human rights advocates raise alarms about the lack of transparency and accountability. Companies like Travizory are developing opaque algorithmic systems that profile travelers, while those affected struggle to understand how they're being evaluated.
Hackers Expose Telefónica's Internal Data in 2.3GB Security Breach
Spanish telecom giant Telefónica confirms unauthorized access to its internal Jira system, resulting in 2.3GB of sensitive data being leaked on cybercrime forums. Four hackers linked to Hellcat Ransomware claimed responsibility for the breach, which potentially compromised customer information.
ICAO Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Nearly 12,000 Aviation Job Applicants
The International Civil Aviation Organization confirms major data breach affecting recruitment records spanning 2016-2024, with sensitive personal details of almost 12,000 individuals exposed. The incident, claimed by hacker group Natohub, marks ICAO's second significant cybersecurity compromise in recent years.
New WordPress Credit Card Skimmer Hides in Database to Steal Payment Data
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a sophisticated credit card skimming campaign targeting WordPress e-commerce sites by injecting malicious code into database tables. The stealthy malware evades detection while capturing payment information through fake forms and encrypted exfiltration methods.
U.S. Intelligence Agencies Split Over Havana Syndrome Foreign Involvement Theory
Recent intelligence has prompted some U.S. agencies to revise their stance on Havana syndrome, suggesting increased likelihood of foreign actors using energy weapons against diplomats. This shift challenges the 2023 CIA assessment that dismissed foreign involvement, while the White House appears increasingly convinced of external interference.
Meta's Factchecking Rollback Raises Concerns Over UK Senior Radicalization
Meta's decision to replace professional factcheckers with crowdsourced moderation on Facebook has sparked fears about the potential radicalization of older UK users. Experts warn this shift could enable the spread of misinformation and extremist content, particularly among demographics less familiar with digital verification.
Security Researcher Successfully Hacks iPhone 15's USB-C Controller Chip
A groundbreaking security research breakthrough reveals vulnerabilities in Apple's custom ACE3 USB-C controller chip for iPhone 15. While current implications are limited, this discovery opens new possibilities for both defensive security research and potential exploitation.
Chrome Store Scammers Game Search Results with Hidden Translation Spam
Developers are exploiting Chrome Web Store's translation feature to promote questionable extensions through deceptive keyword stuffing in foreign language descriptions. Over 900 extensions were found using these tactics to manipulate search rankings, raising security concerns.
