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ShinyHunters Exploits Oracle Flaw to Breach Universities
A zero-day flaw in Oracle PeopleSoft PeopleTools, known as CVE-2026-35273, has been exploited by ShinyHunters, potentially infiltrating over 100 organizations, with universities being the hardest hit. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute remote code and take over affected servers, posing a significant threat to higher education institutions.
Conti Ransomware Member Pleads Guilty to Cybercrimes
A longtime member of the notorious Conti ransomware group has pleaded guilty to cybercrimes in federal court, marking a major win for justice after the defendant's attacks caused millions of dollars in damage to people and businesses worldwide. Oleksii Oleksiyovych Lytvynenko, a 44-year-old Ukrainian national, admitted to developing malware and participating in Conti's ransomware campaign.
China-Linked Hackers Infiltrate Linux Login Software with Decade-Long Backdoor
A stealthy China-linked hacking group, tracked as Velvet Ant, has been quietly infiltrating Linux login software since 2016, embedding a decade-long backdoor that evades routine security cleanups and password resets. This sophisticated operation, dubbed Operation Highland, has allowed the group to fly under the radar and maintain persistent access to targeted systems.
Google Disrupts Chinese Smishing Network Tied to AI-Generated Phishing Attacks
Google just took down a massive Chinese smishing network that used AI-generated phishing pages to scam millions of mobile users, and is now suing to dismantle the operation for good. The tech giant is teaming up with major carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon to block the fraudulent texts and shut down the Phishing-as-a-Service business.
Arch Linux AUR Packages Targeted in Credential Stealer Campaign
Malicious actors have hijacked over 400 Arch Linux AUR packages, quietly altering their build scripts to deploy a sneaky Rust credential stealer in a campaign dubbed Atomic Arch. By targeting abandoned packages and preserving their original names and histories, the attackers cleverly evaded detection.
Disgruntled IT worker sabotages school district systems, jailed 21 months
A disgruntled IT worker wreaked havoc on a school district's systems for over a year and a half, causing chaos and destruction, after being terminated from his job. The sabotage spree, which included deleting crucial data and altering systems, earned him a 21-month jail sentence.
Ukrainian Hacker Pleads Guilty in Conti Ransomware Case
Meet Oleksii Lytvynenko, a Ukrainian hacker who just pleaded guilty to his role in the notorious Conti ransomware case, which targeted over 1,000 victims worldwide and raked in a staggering $150 million in ransom payments. He's now facing up to 20 years in prison for his involvement.
Malware Exploits Arch Linux Packages to Spread Rootkit, Infostealer
Over 400 Arch Linux packages were compromised in a shocking discovery, distributing a sneaky Linux rootkit and infostealer to unsuspecting users through the Arch User Repository (AUR). A cleverly spoofed maintainer account was used to modify the packages and download malicious code.
FBI and Europol dismantle major crypto laundering platform
In a major crackdown, the FBI and Europol have dismantled AudiA6, a massive cryptocurrency laundering operation that helped cybercriminals move a whopping $389m in illicit funds between 2022 and 2025. The service was linked to at least 15 ransomware operations and multiple cryptocurrency theft schemes, making it a key player in the digital underworld.
AI Coding Agents Exposed to Agentjacking Attack
Imagine a sneaky new attack that tricks AI coding assistants into doing an attacker's bidding - without ever touching the victim's infrastructure. This clever hack, dubbed Agentjacking, uses a sneaky sequence of steps to get AI tools to execute malicious code on developers' machines.
Google Sues Alleged Chinese Phishers Over AI-Powered Fraud Ops
Google is taking a stand against scammers, suing a Telegram-based group called "Outsider Enterprise" for allegedly sending millions of AI-powered scam texts and impersonating trusted brands. The lawsuit aims to put a stop to their large-scale fraud operations.
Cyber-Attacks Infiltrate 84% of Sports Organizations
Cyber-attacks have hit a staggering 84% of sports organizations in the past year, with over half of those being targeted multiple times - a worrying trend in an industry where timing and spectacle are everything. This alarming statistic highlights the vulnerability of professional sports teams, venues, and event bodies to cyber threats.
INTERPOL Disrupts Sniper Dz Phishing Platform in Global Operation
In a major global crackdown, INTERPOL dismantled the notorious Sniper Dz phishing platform, a hub for cybercriminals to buy and use ready-made phishing kits, in a coordinated effort that resulted in 201 arrests across 13 countries. The operation, dubbed Operation Ramz, dealt a significant blow to the phishing-as-a-service industry.
Europol Disrupts Major Crypto Laundering Service Linked to Ransomware Gangs
Europol's operation has cut off a major crypto laundering service linked to ransomware gangs, freezing hundreds of millions in illicit profits and disrupting a key financial pipeline used by criminals. The crackdown seized over €86,000 in cash, froze €692,000 in cryptocurrency, and took down 25 domains and 30 servers.
ShinyHunters Exploits Oracle PeopleSoft Vulnerability in Education Sector Attacks
ShinyHunters hackers have exploited a critical Oracle PeopleSoft vulnerability, CVE-2026-35273, to launch targeted attacks on US organizations, particularly in the higher education sector. The attacks, which involved data theft and extortion, hit a whopping 68% of US higher education institutions.
ShinyHunters Breaches Universities via Oracle PeopleSoft Zero-Day Exploit
Hackers have struck 68% of breached organizations in the higher education sector, with a whopping majority being US universities, by exploiting a critical zero-day vulnerability in Oracle PeopleSoft. This severe flaw, rated 9.8/10, allows for remote code execution with no login or user interaction required.
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ShinyHunters Exploits Oracle PeopleSoft Zero-Day to Breach 100 Orgs
ShinyHunters, a notorious data theft group, claims to have exploited a critical Oracle PeopleSoft zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2026-35273, to breach over 100 organizations, including the University of Nottingham. The group allegedly stole sensitive data, posting some of it on their leak site.
Gentlemen Ransomware Spreads Globally, Targets 478 Victims
Meet The Gentlemen, a notorious ransomware group with a sprawling affiliate program that's left 478 victims in its wake, exploiting modern vulnerabilities with alarming speed and flexibility. Led by a single Russian-language operator, LARVA-368, this cybercrime powerhouse has been wreaking havoc since March 2025.
Europol Disrupts AudiA6 Crypto-Laundering Service Linked to $380 Million Ransomware Scheme
Europol has dismantled a massive cryptocurrency laundering operation, known as AudiA6, that handled over $380 million in illicit funds for ransomware actors and cybercriminals. The service promised anonymity, but actually took a 3-10% cut to clean and return tainted assets in just an hour.
Malware Campaign Exploits AI Demand with Fake Guides and Dev Tools
Cyber attackers are now disguising malware as legitimate AI learning guides and developer tools, tricking professionals into opening malicious files that look like trusted educational content. They've been distributing booby-trapped archives labeled as AI study guides and developer tools, such as fake AI-ready PostgreSQL and agentic coding guides.
Cyberattacks Expose AI Agents' Vulnerability to Phishing Risks
A staggering 3.3 billion identity records are now circulating on illicit markets, thanks to a whopping 11.1 million devices infected with infostealers last year - a digital threat landscape that's more vulnerable than ever. This alarming trend highlights the urgent need for robust protection against AI agents' vulnerability to phishing risks.
OceanLotus Targets Vietnam Investors with SPECTRALVIPER Backdoor
The notorious 15-year-old APT group, OceanLotus, is now setting its sights on Vietnam's investors with a cunning new backdoor attack called SPECTRALVIPER, showcasing their relentless adaptability and aggressive tactics. This latest move has left experts wondering if it's a temporary shift or a long-term strategy.
Ransomware Attacks Shift to Data Theft Tactics
Ransomware attacks have taken a sinister turn, with a growing number of hackers ditching decryption keys and instead using stolen data to extort their victims. In fact, a recent report found that a whopping 87% of ransomware claims now involve data theft, with encryption becoming a thing of the past.
Ransomware Gang 'The Gentlemen' Traced to Suspected Russian Operator
Meet The Gentlemen, a notorious ransomware gang that's rapidly growing in power thanks to its unusually generous 90/10 affiliate revenue split, outshining the industry standard 80/20 and attracting top talent from rival groups. This bold move has catapulted them to become the second most active ransomware group, with over 332 reported victims since mid-2025.