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Spain Selects Airbus A321 for Advanced Electronic Intelligence Aircraft Program
Spain is set to supercharge its intelligence capabilities with a cutting-edge airborne signals intelligence program, as Airbus and Indra land a €16-million contract to develop three modified A321 aircraft into advanced crewed SIGINT platforms. The 18-month project is the first phase of the ambitious Santiago II initiative, valued at approximately €436 million.
AI-Powered Agent Executes Multi-Stage Data Theft Attack in Spain
The emergence of AI-powered agents in cyber attacks is a wake-up call to rethink our security and data protection strategies - and Spain's first agentic AI-powered data breach is a stark reminder of the risks. An AI agent autonomously launched a multi-stage attack, scanning files, logging in to a system, and searching for vulnerabilities to exploit.
Indra Unveils Squall Low-Cost Cruise Missile
Indra has just unveiled Squall, a game-changing, low-cost cruise missile that can strike targets over 300 kilometres away, shaking up the defence industry with its impressive range and versatility. The innovative missile can be seamlessly integrated into both land and naval platforms, opening up new possibilities for defence strategy.
AI-Powered Breach Exposes New Risks
A recent AI-powered breach reported to the Spanish Data Protection Agency reveals a chilling new reality: AI-driven attacks are no longer just hypothetical threats, but a harsh reality that organizations must now confront. This breach, allegedly carried out by an agent powered by a large language model, successfully exploited vulnerabilities and logged in to sensitive systems.
AI-Powered Attack Targets Spanish Firm in Alleged Data Theft
A Spanish firm was allegedly hit by a sophisticated AI-powered attack, where a large language model was used to search for vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized access to its systems. This chilling incident highlights that AI-related data breaches are no longer just a theoretical threat, but a harsh reality.
Spain Confronts AI-Driven Data Breach in First Recorded Attack
Spain's data protection authority confirms the country's first personal data breach caused by an autonomous AI agent, highlighting the need for swift detection and response mechanisms to mitigate such threats. The breach was carried out by an individual using a large language model to attack an organization.
Meta Ads Spread StreamRat Trojan with Near-Total Android Device Control
Meet StreamRat, a sneaky new Android banking trojan that's giving hackers near-total control over infected devices - and it's been spreading through paid social media ads on Meta. This sophisticated threat is a major red flag for Android users, especially in Spain where the campaign was focused.
US Expands B-52 Capacity at Spain's Moron Air Base
The US Air Force is upgrading Moron Air Base in Spain to supercharge its readiness capabilities, with a major expansion planned to boost capacity for strategic bombers like the B-52. The project includes a bigger parking apron, live-ordnance capacity, and new fuel pits to support more aircraft.
Spain, Poland forge $6.3 billion deal for Airbus MRTT tankers
Spain and Poland have just sealed a massive $6.3 billion deal to jointly acquire Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft, with at least seven planes set to be purchased. This game-changing agreement was greenlit by Spain's Council of Ministers, paving the way for a seven-year partnership with Poland.
Deepfake Glitch Foils Suspected Digital Certificate Fraudster
In a clever sting operation, Spanish police caught a suspected digital certificate fraudster off guard when a technical glitch revealed his real face while trying to impersonate others using deepfake technology. The alleged scammer had planned to use the fraudulently obtained credentials for further cybercrimes.
Spanish Police Dismantle €140 Million Cyber Fraud Ring
Meet the cybercrime ring that swindled €140 million from unsuspecting victims through cunning investment scams and business email hacks - but thanks to a slick operation by Spanish Police, its masterminds have been brought to justice. Four key players were arrested across Spain, Portugal, and Panama, dealing a major blow to this industrial-scale cybercrime network.
US Military Faces Loss of Critical Bases in Spain Amid Trade Spat
US President Donald Trump sparked a diplomatic row with Spain at the NATO Summit, suggesting a complete trade cutoff, including travel, and predicting Madrid would soon be begging for a deal. Trump's comments have raised concerns about the potential loss of critical US military bases in Spain.
Spain Arrests Alleged Pro-Russia Hacktivist Tied to Cyber Attacks
Hacktivists aligned with Russia are wreaking havoc on UK organizations with denial-of-service attacks that may be simple, but have a significant impact by disrupting essential services. These attacks can overwhelm important websites and online systems, leaving people unable to access the services they rely on daily.
Ousaban Trojan Targets Iberian Bank Users with Sophisticated PDF Lures
Meet the Ousaban Trojan, a sneaky malware targeting banking customers in Spain and Portugal with clever PDF tricks. This sophisticated threat steals logins, hijacks sessions, and even takes remote control of infected computers.
Ousaban Trojan Expands to Spain, Portugal with Advanced Evasion Tactics
Meet Ousaban, a sneaky banking Trojan that's evolved from decade-old tactics to target unsuspecting customers in Spain and Portugal, starting with a clever phishing PDF disguised as a broken file. This highly optimized threat profiles its victims before striking, making it a force to be reckoned with.
Ransomware Attacks Surge Across Europe
Ransomware attacks are surging across Europe, with a staggering 55.1% year-over-year increase in just the first four months of 2026, averaging 171 incidents per month. Five key countries - Germany, the UK, France, Italy, and Spain - are bearing the brunt, accounting for 70% of all recorded attacks.
WhatsApp Targeted in VBScript Campaign Installing ManageEngine RMM Tool
Malicious actors are using WhatsApp to trick victims into downloading and executing a Visual Basic Script (VBScript) file, disguised as a business or financial document, which ultimately installs a legitimate Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tool. The campaign has been detected in multiple countries worldwide, with Malaysia being the hardest hit.
Airbus Revives Sixth-Generation Fighter Plans with Team Gen 6
Airbus Defence is shaking things up in Europe's combat-air plans with the revival of its sixth-generation fighter program, joining forces with 13 industry partners as part of Team Gen 6. This bold move marks an exciting step towards European sovereignty in next-gen defence technology.
HAVELSAN Expands Global Reach with Hürjet Simulator Export to Spain
HAVELSAN is breaking new ground with its export of the Hürjet simulator to Spain, marking a significant reversal of a long-standing trend. The Turkish company will deliver its cutting-edge Flight Simulation and Mission Planning System, along with a Full Mission and Flight Training Simulator, to support the Hürjet program for both the Turkish Air Force and Spain.
Spain in Talks to Acquire Turkish KAAN Stealth Fighter Amid FCAS Delays
Spain and Türkiye are in early talks for a potential deal that would bring the cutting-edge KAAN stealth fighter to Spanish skies, marking a new chapter in European fighter procurement. This development comes as delays plague the FCAS project, a traditional path for European fighter jets.
Police Disrupt Relaunched Crimenetwork Dark Web Marketplace
In a major blow to dark web crime, a 35-year-old German citizen was arrested in Mallorca for relaunched Crimenetwork marketplace. He built an entirely new online infrastructure just days after the previous version was shut down.
German Police Disrupts Crimenetwork Marketplace, Arrests Admin
In a major blow to darknet crime, German police have arrested a 35-year-old man suspected of running a rebooted version of the notorious Crimenetwork marketplace, thanks to a slick cross-border operation. The suspect, detained in Mallorca by Spanish police, will face justice in a German court.
Zara Breach Exposes Data of 197,000 Customers Worldwide
A recent data breach at a former technology provider exposed the sensitive information of 197,400 Zara customers worldwide, including email addresses, product details, and order IDs. The breach, revealed by data-breach notification service Have I Been Pwned, highlights the importance of securing customer data.
Spanish Police Disrupts $4.7M Manga Piracy Platform, Arrests Four
In a major crackdown on piracy, Spanish police have shut down a massive manga piracy platform that had been illegally providing access to millions of copyrighted works since 2014, and arrested four individuals in connection with the operation. The platform's systematic infringement had amassed a huge following, but ultimately led to the authorities taking action.