Latest Internet & Cybersecurity News
Google Completes $32 Billion Acquisition of Cybersecurity Firm Wiz
The European Commission granted unconditional approval on February 10 for Google's acquisition of cybersecurity company Wiz, marking Google's largest deal ever. EU antitrust chief Teresa Ribera stated that customers will maintain credible alternatives and the ability to switch cloud providers, with the deal raising no competition concerns
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US FCC Urges Telecoms to Strengthen Ransomware Defenses
The Federal Communications Commission warned telecom companies on January 29 about a fourfold increase in ransomware attacks since 2021, citing vulnerabilities in US communications networks that pose risks to national security and public safety. The alert emphasized the need for strengthened cybersecurity measures across the telecom sector
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Dutch Telecom Operator Odido Suffers Major Data Breach Affecting 6.2 Million Customers
Odido, the largest mobile phone operator in the Netherlands, confirmed a cyberattack on February 7 that exposed personal information from 6.2 million customer accounts, including names, phone numbers, email addresses, bank account numbers, and passport numbers. The company stated that unauthorized access was terminated, though the exposed financial and personal data raises concerns for identity fraud and phishing campaigns
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Operation DoppelBrand Targets Fortune 500 Companies and Financial Institutions
A sophisticated phishing campaign attributed to threat actor GS7 has been targeting major financial institutions including Wells Fargo, USAA, Navy Federal Credit Union, and Citibank, as well as other Fortune 500 companies. The operation marks a significant evolution in credential theft tactics, with attackers registering over 150 malicious domains to closely mimic legitimate login portals and replicate official branding
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X Platform Experiences Major Outages Affecting Over 65,000 Users
The social media platform X experienced two separate outages on Monday, February 16, with more than 65,000 users reporting issues on tracking site Downdetector. Users reported difficulty accessing timelines and loading content across desktop and mobile platforms, with service restored by 2 PM ET following the second wave of disruptions
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BridgePay Ransomware Attack Disrupts Payment Systems Across US
A ransomware attack on BridgePay Network Solutions, a third-party payment processing vendor, caused systemwide service disruption beginning February 6, affecting payment acceptance for multiple government agencies, utilities, and private businesses. The attack on the back-end payment gateway integrated into billing systems created ripple effects across numerous public and private sector entities
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Ransomware Incidents Exploit Firewall Vulnerabilities in 90% of Cases
Analysis of over 600,000 security alerts from 2025 shows that 90% of ransomware incidents exploited firewalls through CVEs or vulnerable accounts, allowing attackers to bypass network protection and hide malicious activity. The fastest observed ransomware case, involving Akira ransomware, took only three hours from breach to encryption
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South Korea Attributes Coupang Data Breach to Management Failures Rather Than Sophisticated Attack
South Korea's Deputy Minister for Cybersecurity attributed the e-commerce retailer Coupang's data breach to authentication vulnerabilities and management failures rather than a sophisticated cyber attack. A former engineer exploited user authentication flaws to access accounts without proper login from April through November, with attempted re-entry in January
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AI-Powered Attacks and Ransomware Evolution Dominate 2026 Threat Landscape
Cybersecurity threats in 2026 are increasingly characterized by AI-powered attacks, ransomware with multi-stage tactics combining theft and DDoS attacks, and credential-based exploitations targeting cloud and remote work environments. Deepfakes and social engineering attacks are emerging as alarming risks, with attackers using realistic fake audio and video to deceive employees into revealing confidential information or transferring payments
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Supply Chain Breaches Increase Dramatically, Affecting 66% of Incidents
Supply chain and third-party vulnerabilities were involved in 66% of cybersecurity incidents in 2025, up significantly from 45% in 2024, as attackers exploit weaknesses in third-party software to extend their reach. Lateral movement exploitation, which leads to ransomware deployment in 96% of cases, highlights the critical risk of unprotected endpoints
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Global Cybercrime Projected to Cost World $10.8 Trillion by 2026
Global cybercrime is projected to cost the world $10.8 trillion by 2026 according to Cybersecurity Ventures, with ransomware damage alone estimated to cost $74 billion in 2026. These figures underscore the escalating economic impact of cyber threats on the global economy
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Zero Trust and AI Integration Reshape 2026 Cybersecurity Strategy
Cybersecurity strategies in 2026 are shifting toward AI-infused defense mechanisms across prevention, detection, response, and governance, moving beyond traditional layered approaches. Zero Trust frameworks are expanding beyond user authentication to include non-human identities such as service accounts and API tokens, with continuous authorization limiting the durability of stolen credentials
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