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China Expands Policing Footprint in Africa with Organised Crime
China is taking its unique policing model to Africa, exporting a system that prioritizes the Communist Party's interests over citizens' rights and independent oversight. This approach, which emphasizes surveillance and pre-emptive intervention, could have far-reaching implications for partner countries.
Warlock Targets SharePoint Deployments with Ransomware via Exploited Flaws
Warlock, a suspected China-linked threat actor, has launched targeted ransomware attacks on at least four organizations, including critical infrastructure operators, via exploited flaws in on-premises Microsoft SharePoint Server deployments. The victims, located in Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries, span across Europe, Africa, and Latin America.
China Exports Integrated Military Ecosystems to Global Customers
China is shifting its defense export strategy from selling individual military platforms to offering integrated, interconnected systems that provide a comprehensive military ecosystem to countries around the world. This approach is evident in its deals with nations like Pakistan, Thailand, and Bangladesh, where Chinese defense suppliers are providing a range of interlocking military capabilities.
MovieReaper Malware Targets Users via Compromised Torrents
Meet MovieReaper, a sneaky new malware that's been infecting hundreds of victims worldwide by hiding in compromised torrents, and Kaspersky's security researchers are sounding the alarm. This modular threat has been spreading rapidly across Europe, Asia, and Africa, putting both individuals and organizations at risk.
El Alamein Airshow Unveils Advanced Loitering Munitions, Air Defence Systems
Get ready to take flight into the latest advancements in air defence! The El Alamein International Airshow has unveiled cutting-edge loitering munitions and air defence systems, showcasing a game-changing lineup that's set to revolutionize the skies.
EDGE Group Delivers Unmanned Helicopters to Angolan Navy
EDGE Group has successfully delivered six unmanned HT 100 NAVAL helicopters to the Angolan Navy, marking a significant milestone after completing rigorous Factory Acceptance Trials in Switzerland. This achievement follows a major contract signed in 2023, solidifying a new era of naval capabilities.
Mirage Kitten Unveils Node.js Malware Targeting Aviation, FinTech
Kaspersky's threat research uncovered a sneaky Node.js malware campaign targeting aviation and FinTech organizations in the Middle East and Africa, with victims initially tricked by fake job offers on LinkedIn. The malware, known as NodeRabbit, was delivered through cleverly disguised coding-challenge archives.
ICS Threats Decline, But Biometrics Sector Remains Vulnerable
The threat landscape for industrial control systems (ICS) is showing a welcome decline, with only 19.15% of ICS computers encountering blocked malicious objects in Q2 2026 - the lowest level since 2022. However, amidst this positive trend, one sector remains alarmingly vulnerable: biometrics.
China's J-16 Fighters Debut in Africa with Egypt Joint Drills
China's J-16 fighter jets have made their debut in Africa, traveling over 6,000 kilometers to join Egyptian forces for a joint training exercise, marking a significant upgrade in their overseas deployment. This milestone moment showcases China's growing military reach and capabilities.
Interpol Warns AI Fuels 55% of African Cybercrime
Cybercrime is on the rise in Africa, with a whopping 55% of attacks now fueled by AI, which is automating every stage of a cyber-attack, from sneaky phishing emails to cunning evasion tactics. This alarming trend has led to a staggering jump in losses, from $192m in 2024 to $484m last year.
Iranian Hackers Deploy NightLedger Backdoor in Global Espionage Campaign
Meet NightLedger, a sneaky new Windows backdoor that's part of a sophisticated espionage toolkit used by Iranian hackers to secretly infiltrate and gather intel from targets worldwide. This powerful tool enables hackers to execute commands, capture screenshots, and operate undetected, putting organizations in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia on high alert.
Australia Seeks African Support for Security Council Bid
As Australia vies for a spot on the UN Security Council, it's facing a crucial hurdle: winning over Africa's 54 UN members, who hold the power to decide its fate in the June 2028 vote. Can Canberra convincingly show that its interest in the continent is genuine, long-term, and mutually beneficial?
Saudi Arabia Upends Pakistan's African Arms Push
Saudi Arabia pulled the plug on a $1.5 billion arms deal between Pakistan and Sudan, effectively shutting down Islamabad's ambitious plans to expand its defense exports and influence in Africa. This sudden move was part of a larger shift in Saudi Arabia's Gulf strategy.
Chinese Cybercrime Group TA4922 Expands Global Reach
Stay vigilant, organizations worldwide: a rapidly evolving Chinese cybercrime group, TA4922, is expanding its global footprint, rewriting the rules for corporate network exploitation and monetization. From East Asia to the UK, Germany, and beyond, this financially driven threat actor is localizing its attacks to hit closer to home.
Speaker Schedule Reveals Upcoming Cybersecurity Engagements
Get ready to dive into the hottest conversations on cybersecurity, AI, and digital rights! Check out the latest speaker schedule, featuring a whirlwind tour of conferences in North America, Europe, and Africa, as well as a virtual stop, to stay ahead of the curve.
INTERPOL Stunning Crackdown: 574 Arrested in Africa, Guilty
INTERPOLs month‑long Operation Sentinel arrested 574 suspects across 19 African countries and recovered roughly $3 million — a major strike against business email compromise and digital extortion, but a reminder that arrests must be paired with legal, financial and technical reforms to truly stop these agile cyber gangs.
NET malware Dangerous: Exclusive Phantom Taurus Threat
A Beijing-linked group dubbed Phantom Taurus is quietly using custom .NET malware to hunt credentials and siphon sensitive files from government web servers across Asia, Africa and the Middle East — a sharp reminder that everyday frameworks can hide serious threats. Defenders should harden .NET apps, tighten logging and MFA, and share indicators fast to turn the tables before secrets slip away.
African-based scam syndicates: Exclusive Risky Takedown
Interpol’s Operation Contender 3.0 led to 260 arrests across Africa, disrupting the networks behind romance, investment and business-email scams. It’s a powerful coordinated strike — but experts warn arrests must be paired with better tech, policy and victim support to truly curb these adaptable, cross-border fraud rings.
Serengeti 20: Stunning $97M Seizure, Major Win
Interpol’s Serengeti 2.0 swept across Africa, leading to 1,209 arrests and roughly $97 million in seized assets. The operation dealt a major blow to transnational cybercrime and shows why sustained, cross-border cooperation is essential to stop these lucrative fraud networks.
Operation Serengeti 20: Stunning Success, Urgent Lessons
Interpol’s Operation Serengeti 2.0 scored a major win—1,209 arrests across Africa and $97.4 million recovered—but it also lays bare how much more cross-border cooperation, stronger safeguards, and support for victims are needed to turn tactical successes into lasting change.
mule operators: Stunning New Threat in META
A new report reveals mule operators in the Middle East and Africa have evolved from simple VPN tricks into layered, business-like fraud networks that mimic legitimate commerce and dodge traditional defenses. Stopping them will take smarter behavioral analytics, cross-border cooperation, and solutions that protect users without choking genuine businesses.
China Cyber Espionage Africa: Stunning Critical Risk
As Africa’s digital services boom, a China-linked group tied to APT41 has been quietly targeting government networks and critical infrastructure—stealing data and eroding public trust. Strengthening cybersecurity, building local talent, and boosting regional cooperation are urgent steps to protect citizens and preserve digital sovereignty.
China cyber espionage: Stunning Threat to Africa
As African governments rapidly digitize, startling new research linking APT41—widely tied to China—to precise, long-running intrusions shows our digital services and citizens’ data are suddenly on the frontline of global espionage. It’s a wake-up call: without stronger defenses, collaboration, and local expertise, nations risk costly breaches that undermine security, economies, and public trust.
Interpol Alerts on Surge of Cybercrime Across Africa
Interpol warns of a rising wave of cybercrime in Africa, highlighting urgent need for enhanced security measures and international cooperation.