Pro-Israel hackers destroy $90 million in Iran crypto exchange breach, analytics firm says / CNBC
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 10:20 am permalink
Pro-Israel hacker groups have executed a high-stakes cyberattack against Iran’s largest crypto exchange, reportedly destroying around $90 million in digital assets. The breach, described as politically motivated, has disrupted Iranian financial operations and underscored tensions in the region.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles Worth $1.4 million Stolen in Brazen GameStop Truck Heist / IGN
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 6:20 am permalink
In a move straight out of a blockbuster heist film, nearly 3000 Nintendo Switch 2 consoles—valued at about $1.4 million—were stolen from a truck carrying stock from Nintendo of America. The theft has rattled the gaming industry and raised serious questions about transport security amid mounting consumer hype.
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Pro-Israel hacktivist group claims reponsibility for alleged Iranian bank hack / TechCrunch
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 6:20 pm permalink
Amid escalating regional conflict, pro-Israel hacktivist groups claim a significant cyberattack targeting Iranian institutions, with one report alleging a breach at an Iranian bank. This digital offensive underscores the increasingly blurred lines between traditional geopolitical conflict and cyber warfare.
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Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 4:21 pm permalink
Investigations reveal that the alleged killer of a Minnesota lawmaker had amassed data broker websites to target legislators, sparking fierce political debate and calls for tighter data controls. Critics dismiss partisan theories while emphasizing privacy risks and systemic data vulnerabilities.
Bluesky: @aleianjack.bsky.social, @jenlucpiquant.bsky.social
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Canada's WestJet says 'expect interruptions' online as it navigates cybersecurity turbulence / The Register
Monday, June 16, 2025, 12:21 pm permalink
Canadian airline WestJet is probing a cyberattack that disrupted its internal systems, leading to intermittent glitches on its website and app. The incident has raised cybersecurity concerns as the airline works diligently to restore full digital functionality while assuring passengers that flights remain unaffected.
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Dark web drug market busted by European and US authorities - Reuters / Reuters
Monday, June 16, 2025, 10:21 am permalink
European and US authorities have coordinated a decisive operation that dismantled an illicit dark web drug marketplace. The crackdown resulted in key arrests, dismantling a platform that had facilitated large-scale narcotics trafficking and underscoring the international resolve to combat cyber-enabled criminal networks.
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Ongoing cyberattack at US grocery distributor giant UNFI affecting customer orders / TechCrunch
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 9:21 am permalink
UNFI, a major US grocery distributor, has been hit by a cyberattack that has disrupted customer orders and operations. The company is managing the incident by shutting down compromised systems while investigating the breach, highlighting vulnerabilities in supply chain digital infrastructures.
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Friday, June 6, 2025, 12:21 pm permalink
Reports indicate that a new strain of data‐wiping malware, dubbed “PathWiper,” is targeting Ukrainian critical infrastructure in cyberattacks that appear linked to pro‐Russian operations. The aggressive malware is fuelling concerns over potential disruptions amid ongoing tensions, with experts keeping a close eye on its spread and impact.
Bluesky: @techcrunch.com
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FBI: Play ransomware breached 900 victims, including critical orgs / Bleeping Computer
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 7:20 pm permalink
Federal investigators have confirmed that the notorious Play ransomware group managed breaches impacting roughly 900 organizations. Exploiting known vulnerabilities in critical systems, the gang’s double-extortion tactics have triggered renewed warnings among cybersecurity experts on the urgent need for robust digital defenses.
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Ransomware gang claims responsibility for Kettering Health hack / TechCrunch
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 4:22 pm permalink
Cybercriminals have struck Kettering Health with a ransomware attack that not only forced the cancellation of chemotherapy sessions but also led to the leak of sensitive patient data. The incident starkly highlights vulnerabilities in healthcare cybersecurity, leaving victims to pick up the digital pieces.
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