Latest Internet & Cybersecurity News
APAC Study Flags Rise in AI-Linked Cyber Risk and Fraud
A World Economic Forum report reveals 93% of APAC leaders expect AI to dominate cybersecurity in 2026, with 83% noting rising AI vulnerabilities in 2025. Data leaks from generative AI and cyber-enabled fraud affected 66% of respondents.
Organizations are ramping up AI tool vetting to 70%.
US Agencies Warn of Iranian APT Attacks on Internet-Connected PLCs
FBI, CISA, NSA and others report Iranian-affiliated hackers targeting Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley PLCs since March, causing disruptions in critical sectors like water, energy, and government. Actors manipulate HMI/SCADA data and deploy SSH for access via ports 44818, 2222, 102, 22, 502.
This escalates amid US-Iran hostilities.
FBI: US Cybercrime Losses Hit $21 Billion in 2025
FBI's 2025 Internet Crime Report logs 1M+ complaints, with $21B losses led by crypto scams ($11B) and investment fraud. Ransomware hits critical sectors like healthcare and manufacturing, with strains like LockBit and Akira prominent.
Threats from state actors target infrastructure amid rising sophistication.
NCSC Alerts on Russian-Linked APT28 Hijacking Routers
UK's NCSC warns Russian military intelligence group APT28 (Fancy Bear) exploits vulnerable routers to reroute traffic and steal credentials from email/web services. Activity enables data interception and supports long-running espionage.
UK urges FTSE 350 firms to bolster defenses against state threats.
AI Arms Race Intensifies Cybersecurity and Fraud Risks in Banking
OCC prioritizes cyber risk as AI empowers attackers for personalized phishing and ransomware, with financial breach costs at $5.56M average. 68% of fraud execs expect AI fraud surge; defenders leverage AI for detection.
Reports highlight qualitative shift in threat automation.
Iranian Hackers Disrupt US CNI via OT Assets
CISA advisory details Iran-backed actors hitting internet-facing OT like Rockwell PLCs, causing operational and financial losses in energy, water sectors. NERC issued alerts to energy members for vigilance.
Rockwell coordinates with agencies on vulnerabilities.
Iran-Linked Hackers Target US Energy and Water via PLCs
Federal agencies confirm Iranian exploitation of PLCs in critical infrastructure, linked to IRGC's CyberAv3ngers group. Attacks manipulate project files and displays, escalating geopolitical cyber ops.
Other OT vendors like Siemens may be at risk.
LRQA Highlights Cyber Resilience at APAC CS4CA Summit 2026
LRQA at Singapore summit stresses embedding resilience in OT environments against evolving threats. VP Rob Bone calls cyber risk a strategic business challenge requiring tailored strategies.
Focus on intelligence-led mitigation for complex ecosystems.
Week in Breach: FBI Labels Major Incident, Hits on Hasbro, Cisco, Nissan
Kaseya reports FBI-designated major cyber incident alongside attacks on Hasbro, Cisco, and Nissan. Breaches underscore ongoing high-profile disruptions.
Details highlight persistent threats to major firms.
Anthropic Launches Project Glasswing Amid CISA Funding Concerns
Anthropic announces Project Glasswing; US debates slashing CISA funding as hackers hijack routers and Iran targets controllers. Developments signal shifting priorities in AI-cyber defense.
Router hijacks align with NCSC warnings.
Global Leaders Report Escalating AI Vulnerabilities
WEF's 2026 Outlook shows 87% of leaders worldwide noting rising AI risks, with 94% seeing AI as top cybersecurity shaper. Geopolitical attacks now in 65% of APAC strategies.
Fraud impacts widespread.
Ransomware Strains Dominate Critical Infrastructure Attacks
FBI notes top ransomware like Qilin, LockBit target manufacturing, healthcare, government. US losses surge with 37% rise for seniors to $7.7B.
Mitigation via joint advisories urged.