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New Choicejacking Attack Steals Data from Phones via Public Chargers

A newly identified USB-based attack technique, dubbed Choicejacking, enables cybercriminals to steal data from smartphones via public charging stations. This method bypasses traditional security prompts.

GLOBAL GROUP Ransomware Claims Breach of Media Giant Albavisión

The GLOBAL GROUP ransomware gang, active since early June 2025, has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Albavisión. The group alleges the theft of 400 GB of data and has issued a 15-day ultimatum for negotiations before public data release.

Arizona Woman Jailed for Helping North Korea in $17M IT Job Scam

The operation involved aiding North Korean IT workers in impersonating US residents to secure remote jobs at over 300 American companies, posing a significant threat to national security and corporate integrity.

Scavenger Trojan Targets Crypto Wallets via Game Mods and Browser Flaws

A new malware campaign involving the Scavenger Trojan family has been uncovered, targeting crypto wallets and password managers through DLL Search Order Hijacking. The trojans are distributed via game mods and browser-based lures.

Global Fashion Label SABO’s 3.5M Customer Records Exposed Online

A significant data breach has impacted global fashion brand SABO, exposing over 3.5 million customer records due to a misconfigured and unsecured database. The breach poses serious risks of phishing, social engineering, and financial fraud.

BADBOX 2.0 Found Preinstalled on Android IoT Devices Worldwide

BADBOX 2.0, a variant of the BADBOX malware family, has been discovered preinstalled on Android-based IoT devices, affecting over 1 million devices across 222 countries. This malware is embedded in device firmware, making it highly persistent.

UK Pet Owners Targeted by Fake Microchip Renewal Scams

A sophisticated phishing campaign is targeting UK pet owners with fake microchip renewal emails. These emails appear highly credible, often including accurate pet details such as name, breed, and microchip number.

Researchers Jailbreak Grok-4 AI Within 48 Hours of Launch

Researchers successfully jailbroke Elon Musk’s Grok-4 AI within 48 hours of its launch. By combining two advanced techniques—Echo Chamber and Crescendo—they bypassed the AI’s security filters and extracted instructions for creating dangerous items.

Server with Rockerbox Tax Firm Data Exposed 286GB of Records

A significant data exposure incident has been uncovered involving Rockerbox, a Texas-based tax credit consultancy. The exposure involved 245,949 records totaling 286.9 GB of data, including highly sensitive personal and financial information.

Androxgh0st Botnet Expands Reach, Exploiting US University Servers

The Androxgh0st botnet has significantly evolved since its emergence in early 2023, now leveraging a broader range of attack vectors and targeting misconfigured servers, particularly in academic institutions.

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