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Canada's Snowbirds Retire CT-114 Tutor Jet
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds bid a fond farewell to their trusty CT-114 Tutor Jet, capping off its illustrious aerobatic career with a heartwarming home-base demonstration that was livestreamed to fans everywhere. The beloved aircraft still holds a special place in the hearts of pilots, with one team lead declaring it his all-time favorite to fly.
FBI Arrests Suspect Tied to ShinyHunters Breach
The FBI has arrested Edward Dubrovsky, a 54-year-old Canadian cybersecurity executive, in connection with the ShinyHunters breach, charging him with conspiracy and interference with commerce by threats. Dubrovsky is suspected of being part of the group behind the recent FBIjobs.gov incident.
Roundcube Flaw Exploited in Wild, Warns Canadian Cyber Centre
A critical Roundcube Webmail vulnerability, CVE-2026-48842, is under active exploitation, allowing unauthenticated attackers to inject malicious SQL code and potentially expose sensitive mail account credentials and messages. This flaw affects versions 1.6.x and 1.7.x of Roundcube Webmail, and has been patched in versions 1.6.16 and 1.7.1.
Canada Adopts Australian Radar Tech to Bolster Arctic Surveillance
Canada is stepping up its Arctic game with a C$2.5 billion deal to acquire cutting-edge Australian radar technology, giving it long-range surveillance capabilities to monitor the Arctic and northern approaches. This game-changing tech transfer will help Canada safeguard its northern borders like never before.
RemControl Malware Targets European, Canadian Banking Users
Beware of a sneaky new Android malware called RemControl that's targeting banking users in Europe and Canada through clever phishing tactics and fake Google Play pages. This malware-as-a-service platform is spreading rapidly through fake stores, malicious ads, and tracking pixels.
Canada Bolsters Ukraine's Defense with Joint Tech Production Pact
Canada and Ukraine are teaming up for a game-changing partnership that will unite Ukraine's battle-tested expertise with Canada's cutting-edge tech and manufacturing might to produce innovative defense solutions. This historic 100-year partnership is set to revolutionize the future of defense production.
Poland, Canada forge defense pact, near drone deal finalization
Poland and Canada are taking their defense partnership to the next level with a new pact that cements their commitment to joint exercises, military training, and stronger ties. The agreement was sealed by Poland's Minister of National Defence, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, and his Canadian counterpart, David J. McGuinty, ahead of a major defense trade show.
IDScan Faces Lawsuits Over Alleged Breach Exposing 153 Million Driver's Licenses
A massive data breach at IDScan has exposed a staggering 153 million U.S. and Canadian driver's licenses, along with millions of other sensitive identity documents, to dark-web identity thieves. The alarming leak has sparked multiple lawsuits and a federal investigation.
Thomson Reuters Breach Exposes Court Data Across US, Canada
A recent Thomson Reuters breach exposed sensitive court data across the US and Canada, impacting 11 US states, the US Virgin Islands, and Ontario, with affected entities including appellate and supreme courts. The breach, discovered in June, involved unauthorized access to files from C-Track, a court case management platform.
Driver's Licenses Exposed in Massive 150M Record Breach
A massive data breach has exposed a staggering 153 million driver's licenses, putting the sensitive information of millions of people in the US and Canada at risk. The breach, linked to a service called Nexus on a Russian cybercrime forum, also includes 10 million ID cards, 3 million travel documents, and 579,000 medical cards.
Thomson Reuters Breach Exposes US and Canadian Court Records
A recent Thomson Reuters breach exposed sensitive US and Canadian court records, potentially putting individuals' personal information at risk. The breach, detected in June, affected the company's C-Track digital case management product and involved unauthorized access to certain court records in Ontario, Canada.
SickKids Breach Exposes Employee and Applicant Data
A recent cybersecurity incident at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) may have exposed sensitive personal data of current and former employees, job applicants, and staff from affiliated organizations. The breach, linked to a flaw in third-party software, is under investigation with the help of external cybersecurity experts.
Canadian Hacker Pleads Guilty to Snowflake Extortion Scheme
A 26-year-old Canadian hacker has pleaded guilty to masterminding a massive Snowflake extortion scheme that compromised over 100 million AT&T customers' sensitive call and text history records. Connor Riley Moucka faces up to 30 years in prison for his role in the cross-border hacking and extortion operation.
Canadian Hacker Pleads Guilty in Snowflake Extortion Scheme
A Canadian hacker has pleaded guilty to masterminding a massive extortion scheme targeting Snowflake customers, compromising at least 165 accounts and swiping billions of sensitive records in a brazen heist that raked in over $2.5m in ransom payments. Connor Riley Moucka, 26, faces up to 32 years in prison for his role in the 2024 cyber attacks.
Snowflake hacker pleads guilty to massive data extortion scheme
In a major win for justice, Connor Moucka, a Canadian national, has pleaded guilty to masterminding a massive data extortion scheme targeting Snowflake customer environments, a case that could put him behind bars for up to 32 years. The guilty plea marks a significant milestone in one of the most expansive data-theft-and-extortion campaigns of 2024.
Snowflake Breaches Expose 100 Million People as Hacker Pleads Guilty
A massive data breach at Snowflake has left a staggering 100 million people vulnerable, after hackers exploited stolen credentials to access sensitive records at over 165 organizations. The mastermind behind the breach, Connor Riley Moucka, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including computer fraud and identity theft.
Canadian Hacker Pleads Guilty to Snowflake Data Theft Extortion Scheme
A Canadian hacker has pleaded guilty to stealing sensitive data and extorting victims, including one instance where he re-extorted a victim by threatening to disclose their stolen information. The 26-year-old faces up to 32 years in prison when sentenced on October 27.
Canada Bolsters Arctic Military Comms with $1.6B Telesat Contract
Canada is boosting its Arctic military communications with a $1.6 billion contract awarded to Telesat, a move that will help strengthen the country's northern sovereignty and national security. This game-changing deal will provide secure military satellite communications in the Arctic for years to come.
Phishing Service Greatness Exploits RingCentral to Target Microsoft 365 Accounts
A recent security bulletin from RingCentral may have inadvertently given hackers a blueprint for a phishing campaign, as a notorious phishing service known as Greatness has begun targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with sophisticated attacks. Greatness, a phishing-as-a-service platform, has upgraded its tactics to include advanced threats like adversary-in-the-middle attacks and device-code phishing flows.
Canada Bolsters Counter-Drone Arsenal with ITAR-Free Missile Push
Canada is stepping up its counter-drone game with a cutting-edge missile that's ITAR-free, and the latest specs for the CM-70 counter-unmanned aerial system missile are out now. The updated design boasts impressive stats, including a 3.5 km range, 900 km/h speed, and a 3 kg mass, making it a top contender to take down Group I to III drone threats.
AUKUS Defense Innovation Stalls Without Mission-Driven Focus
To accelerate defense innovation, a mission-driven approach is crucial - and Canada's DRDC, Royal Military College, and NZDF are leading the way by focusing on real-world problems, not just gadgets. By prioritizing operational needs, they're turning cutting-edge capabilities into practical solutions that support military effectiveness.
Roshel Emerges as Frontrunner in Canada's $4.9 Billion LUV Vehicle Contract
Roshel is leading the charge in Canada's $4.9 billion LUV vehicle contract, beating out the odds after initially being shut out of selling to its own government. The company is now in the running, alongside one other domestic firm, to deliver between 1,600 and 2,100 vehicles and 400 to 500 light utility trailers.
Canada's GCAP Status Sparks Hope for Aerospace Industry Boost
CAE's president of Defense and Security, Pascal Grenier, is banking on Canada's new GCAP status to catapult the country's aerospace industry to new heights, and he's urging the government to do more than just observe from the sidelines. By leveraging its strengths in defense training and simulation, Canada could become a major player in the global fighter program.
Global Combat Air Programme Expands With Canada On Board As Observer
Canada has taken a significant step closer to joining the Global Combat Air Programme, announcing its new "observer" status - a strategic move that could pave the way for full membership and industrial collaboration in the future. This development comes as the UK reaffirms its commitment to GCAP with a substantial £8.6 billion investment over four years.