browser
The Zen Browser Slip-Up
Zen Browser enabled remote debugging by default—without prompting users. That's not just bad practice; it’s a serious privacy risk masquerading as developer convenience.
Sam Bent
malware
The Malware Masquerade: How Fake Windows Downloads Are Hijacking Your Digital Life
Storm-0249 has launched a new attack wave using fake Windows 11 Pro download sites to spread the advanced Latrodectus malware. Learn how this scam works, why it’s effective, and the practical steps you can take to protect yourself and others.
AI
Dark Web Dumps Gemini and Binance User Data: What’s Real, What’s Hype, and What You Should Watch
Over 230,000 user records tied to Gemini and Binance are now for sale on dark web forums, raising serious questions about the scope and source of the leaks. While Binance denies a breach and blames phishing, the scale of exposed personal data suggests something deeper is at play.
infostealing
2.3 Million Bank Cards Leaked, and That’s Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Kaspersky’s latest threat report reveals a massive surge in infostealer malware, with over 2.3 million bank cards exposed on the dark web and up to 25 million devices compromised in 2024 alone.
Tor
Tor Browser 14.0.8 for Windows: Why You Need to Update Immediately
Tor just dropped an emergency browser update for Windows users—version 14.0.8—and if you’re still running 14.0.7, you're exposed. This release patches critical Firefox security flaws, updates core components, and signals just how fast things can break if you're not staying current.
OPSEC
From Thai Villa to Tipton Sheds: How a £4M Xanax Operation Got Burned
A dark web pill press network making millions in crypto was brought down after basic OPSEC failures and a corporate tip-off. The bust highlights the gap between decentralised ambition and sloppy execution.
VPN
Why Vivaldi’s Proton VPN Integration Matters
Vivaldi's new partnership with Proton VPN brings browser-level privacy tools into the hands of users, but it's crucial to understand where privacy ends and anonymity begins. This move is a strong statement against Big Tech surveillance, yet the protection it offers is not a blanket solution.
Cloud Security
Cloud Security Isn't Just Failing—It's Being Outpaced
Cloud attacks aren’t just more frequent they’re getting sharper, faster, and far more dangerous. New data from Palo Alto Networks reveals a staggering 388% rise in severe cloud security alerts across 2024, with runtime threats now dominating the landscape.
darknet markets
Phantasma: The $99 Darknet Market That Self-Destructed in a Week
Imagine launching a platform claiming to offer anonymity and security while simultaneously broadcasting your server's exact location to the world.
VMware
VMware Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Are Being Exploited: Patch Now or Pay Later
Three critical zero-day vulnerabilities are actively being exploited in VMware products. Broadcom and Microsoft have sounded the alarm—patches are out, and delay is not an option.
tether
Huione Guarantee darknet marketplace, and it's scammers
Tether and Huione Guarantee are at the heart of a multi-billion dollar criminal economy and regulators are still playing catch-up.
Remote Access Trojan
450+ RATs - Free "Ultimate Rat Collection"
When it comes to cybersecurity research, few resources are as extensive and controversial as the Ultimate RAT Collection on GitHub.