Latest Internet & Cybersecurity News
IRGC Threatens 18 Major U.S. Tech Companies Including Apple and Microsoft
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued threats against 18 U.S. tech firms like Apple, Microsoft, Google, Tesla, Meta, Intel, IBM, and Boeing, effective April 1 at 8 PM Tehran time. The warning urges employees to evacuate workplaces, claiming these companies aid in tracking terrorist targets against Iran via ICT and AI. Analysts warn of potential escalation to corporate infrastructure attacks.
Global Cybersecurity Threat Warnings Surge Over Infrastructure Vulnerabilities
Governments issue rising alerts on cybersecurity threats amid concerns over infrastructure weaknesses and advanced cyber capabilities. Reports highlight growing risks from AI-enhanced attacks and state actors. Warnings emphasize urgent preparation for sophisticated threats.
Google Research Predicts Quantum Computers to Crack Bitcoin Encryption by 2029
Google's study forecasts quantum computers breaking elliptic-curve cryptography (ECC) used in Bitcoin around 2029 via Shor's algorithm with 1200-1450 logical qubits. Blockchains and cryptocurrencies are highly vulnerable due to public historical data. Experts urge immediate preparation for quantum attacks on ECC.
Foster City Declares Emergency After Ransomware Cyberattack
Foster City, California, suffered a ransomware attack on March 19, disrupting nearly all municipal services and prompting a state of emergency. Citizen data impact remains unknown, but compromise is possible. This incident underscores risks to local government infrastructure.
FBI Confirms Purchasing Location Data for Surveillance
FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed during a March 18 Senate hearing that the agency buys commercially available data to track individuals' movements, aligning with privacy laws. Critics raise concerns over data protection implications. The revelation highlights tensions in legal data acquisition.
Salesforce Breach Exposes Data of Over 200 Companies via ShinyHunters
Hackers from ShinyHunters exploited Gainsight OAuth integrations in Salesforce, stealing sensitive records from over 200 firms in November 2025. The attack reveals dangers of interconnected SaaS ecosystems. Companies face heightened risks from third-party vulnerabilities.
INC Ransomware Disrupts U.S. State Emergency Alerts via OnSolve
The INC ransomware gang hit OnSolve’s CodeRED system in early November 2025, stealing resident data and halting emergency alerts across U.S. states. Officials deployed a new platform after the company refused ransom. This critical infrastructure breach caused widespread disruptions.
CyberCatch Forms Strategic Partnerships to Boost AI Cybersecurity Sales
CyberCatch Holdings announced reseller and referral partnerships on April 1 to promote its AI-enabled compliance and risk mitigation platform. Partners serve defense, healthcare, and finance with compliance auditing. The moves aim to expand market reach amid rising cyber needs.
Marshall University Launches Student-Led Cyber Security Operations Center with Intuit
Marshall University partnered with Intuit to create a student-run Security Operations Center for hands-on cybersecurity training via simulated real-world scenarios. Announced at CyberCon, it addresses growing threat complexity. The initiative boosts practical education in cyber defense.
SANS Internet Storm Center Reports Application Control Bypass and NPM Compromise
Today's top threats include application control bypass for data exfiltration and Axios NPM module compromise. TeamPCP conducts supply chain attacks on Databricks and cloud targets. Threat level remains green, urging vigilance on these vectors.
European Commission Hit by Major Ransomware and Malware Attack
The European Commission faced a significant ransomware and malware exploit, marking one of the week's top breaches in government sectors. Details highlight ongoing risks to public institutions. Response efforts focus on mitigation and recovery.
NIST Plans Expanded IoT Cybersecurity Guidance for Federal Agencies
The National Institute of Standards and Technology is updating guidance to cover full Internet of Things products for agencies. The expansion addresses comprehensive security needs. It aims to strengthen federal IoT defenses against emerging threats.