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UK Rail Police's Facial Recognition Trial Yields Zero Matches
The UK Rail Police's six-month facial recognition trial was a costly and time-consuming effort that yielded a surprising result: zero matches, despite scanning over 500,000 faces. The £320,000 trial, which took up almost 100 hours of officer time, produced just one false positive alert and no arrests.
Eavesdroppers Exploit Device Linking to Tap WhatsApp, Signal Accounts
Germany's Customs Office has successfully used device linking to tap into WhatsApp and Signal accounts by connecting a police-controlled computer to a suspect's account, exploiting a feature meant for convenience. This technique allows authorities to intercept messages without cracking encryption, raising concerns about digital security.
FBI Pursues ShinyHunters Members After Key Arrest
A major breakthrough in the case against ShinyHunters has been made with the arrest of a 24-year-old Amsterdam man, who had a treasure trove of incriminating information on his laptop, including chilling details about planned murders abroad. The suspect's pre-trial detention has been extended by 90 days, and Dutch police warn that more arrests may be on the horizon.
FBI Targets ShinyHunters with Takedown Warning
The FBI has issued a stark warning to the ShinyHunters gang: Brett Leatherman, assistant director for the Cyber Division, told members in a videotaped message that investigators are closing in and urged them to turn themselves in while they still can. The warning comes on the heels of a recent arrest by the Dutch National Police.
US Charges Vietnamese Man in $16 Million Crypto Scam
A Vietnamese man has been charged in the US for masterminding a crypto scam that raked in a staggering $16 million, with authorities seizing over $53 million in cryptocurrency assets from his wallets. He was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport after entering the US from Mexico and was set to flee to Taiwan.
Dutch Police Apprehend ShinyHunters Hacker in Amsterdam
Dutch police have made a significant breakthrough in the case against the notorious hacker group ShinyHunters, arresting a 24-year-old Amsterdam resident on September 15, who is set to face the Rotterdam District Court on September 29, 2026. The suspect, identified as Pepijn van d, is now one step closer to facing justice.
ShinyHunters Exposes FBI Agents' Data in Escalating Confrontation
A disturbing data breach has exposed sensitive information about FBI agents, including personal contact details, family members, and job assignments, sparking serious concerns about counterintelligence and safety risks. The breach, attributed to ShinyHunters, has raised alarms among researchers and threat hunters who have seen samples of the stolen data.
Dutch Hacker Arrest Sparks ShinyHunters Escalation
In a show of solidarity, ShinyHunters vowed to support their team member, providing emotional, mental, and financial backing, as well as a criminal defense lawyer, amid a Dutch investigation that led to the arrest of 24-year-old Pepijn van der Stap. The group made the statement in response to reports about the suspected member's detention in mid-September.
Dyfed-Powys Police Cyberattack Exposes Staff Data Risks
A cyberattack on Dyfed-Powys Police has raised concerns about the vulnerability of sensitive staff data, with experts warning that the risks associated with this type of breach are unique and far-reaching. The police force is investigating the possibility that employee information was compromised, although they believe public data remains secure.
UK Police Foil Suspected Terror Plot Near US Bomber Base
Gloucestershire Constabulary sprang into action early Sunday, declaring a major incident and making five arrests after intercepting three suspicious vehicles heading towards a US bomber base, RAF Fairford. The situation is now under control, with a 400-metre cordon in place and the men in custody on suspicion of explosives offenses.
Kiteworks Orders Global Server Shutdown Over Zero-Day Threat
Kiteworks has issued a rare global server shutdown alert due to a credible threat of an imminent cyberattack, urging customers to power down their servers for six hours on Saturday. The shutdown window spans multiple time zones, from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Pacific Daylight Time, to protect against the potential threat.
ShinyHunters Breach FBI Systems, Exposes Agent Data
ShinyHunters hacked FBI systems to clear their name, not for financial gain, claiming the breach was a bold move to set the record straight and protect their business reputation. By exposing agent data, the group aimed to counter misinformation spread by the FBI and others.
US Probes Russian Ownership of Phone-Hacking Firm with Security Agency Contracts
The US government has launched an investigation into the Russian ownership of Oxygen Forensics, a phone-hacking firm that has sold its software to top US security agencies, including the Secret Service and Homeland Security. The probe led to the arrest of the company's US CEO and a Russian national allegedly controlling the firm.
FBI Data Breach Exposes Analysts' Roles in Surveillance
A massive data breach at the FBI has exposed sensitive information about intelligence and surveillance staff, including names, home addresses, phone numbers, and family details of around 5,000 employees. The breach was allegedly carried out by a hacker group called ShinyHunters, which threatened to release a staggering 2-3 terabytes of data unless its demands were met.
ShinyHunters Breaches FBI via PeopleSoft Zero-Day Exploit
The notorious hacking group ShinyHunters has boldly claimed to have breached FBI data, posting personnel records of all employees and applicants on its leak site in a brazen act of retaliation. The stolen records reportedly include sensitive info like addresses, phone numbers, and dates of birth for around 5,000 FBI employees.
Ryuk Ransomware Operative Draws 2-Year Prison Term
An Armenian man has been sentenced to 2 years in prison and 3 years of supervised release for his role in a string of devastating Ryuk ransomware attacks on US companies. He was found guilty of hacking and encrypting systems, causing significant disruption and financial loss.
ShinyHunters Breach FBI, Exposes Agent and Applicant Data
The notorious cyber extortion group ShinyHunters has brazenly claimed to have breached the FBI's systems, compromising sensitive data on nearly all FBI agents and job applicants. This shocking breach puts the personal information of current and former employees, as well as aspiring agents, at risk.
ShinyHunters Breach Exposes Sensitive FBI Agent Data
A brazen data breach by ShinyHunters has compromised highly sensitive information on nearly all FBI agents and job applicants, including personnel records. The group is demanding action from the bureau within a week, raising serious concerns about the security of critical government data.
ShinyHunters Breaches FBI, Exposes Employee Data in Dispute Over Gang's Tactics
In a shocking move, ShinyHunters breached FBI systems, exposing sensitive employee data, to pressure the agency to correct its public statements about the group's tactics. The hackers' surprising motive: not financial gain, but a demand for the FBI to retract its claims.
Microsoft Disrupts EvilTokens Phishing Service Targeting 12,000 Accounts
Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit has struck a major blow against cybercrime, disrupting the EvilTokens phishing service that targeted over 12,000 accounts. Two suspected administrators were arrested in the UK as part of the operation.
FBI Warns of $1.6B Hit from Impersonation Scams
Beware of scammers posing as law enforcement or government officials - they've already swindled over $1.6 billion from victims since January 2025, with the average loss per complaint topping $26,000. These impostors often use threatening tactics, like fake jury duty or "pay to remove charges" scams, to get their hands on your hard-earned cash.
US Authorities Disrupt NightmareStresser DDoS-for-Hire Service
In a major win for cybersecurity, US authorities have shut down NightmareStresser, a notorious DDoS-for-hire service that had been wreaking havoc globally. This coordinated takedown, dubbed Operation PowerOFF, marks a significant blow to cybercriminals who rely on these services to launch devastating attacks.
US Seizes Domains of NightmareStresser DDoS Service
The FBI has seized the domains of NightmareStresser, a notorious DDoS-for-hire service, in a major cybercrime crackdown. Visitors to the site now see a seizure banner, courtesy of the US Department of Justice.
FBI Disrupts NightmareStresser DDoS-for-Hire Platform
The FBI has shut down NightmareStresser, a notorious DDoS-for-hire platform responsible for hundreds of thousands of attacks worldwide since 2022. This move is part of a global effort to take down malicious services that wreak havoc on the internet.