Interpol Operation Serengeti Targets Cybercrime Across Africa
Interpol Operation Serengeti has reshaped the fight against cybercrime in Africa. The international crackdown, carried out between June and August 2025, united law enforcement agencies from 18 African nations with support from the United Kingdom. The campaign led to the arrest of more than a thousand suspects, the recovery of tens of millions in stolen funds, and the dismantling of
Qilin Ransomware: Europol Confirms Fake $50K Reward
Qilin Ransomware has been linked to devastating attacks worldwide, but its latest headline came from a false claim. A Telegram channel announced a $50,000 Europol reward for details on Qilin leaders. The message quickly spread across security circles before Europol confirmed it was a scam. The agency clarified it never offered such a bounty and does not use Telegram for
PBS Data Breach Exposes Employee Data on Discord Servers
The PBS data breach raises alarms. The personal information of nearly 4,000 employees was leaked on Discord servers frequented by fans of PBS Kids. The incident appears to stem from a breach of the organization's internal platform, MyPBS.org, and is now under investigation. What Was Leaked? The exposed file, shared publicly on Discord, contained sensitive information of 3,997 employees and
Koske Linux Malware Hides in Panda Images to Evade Detection
A new Linux malware named Koske is using panda-themed image files to hide its malicious payloads. The threat actors behind it are leveraging polyglot files, legitimate JPEGs with hidden executable code. This stealthy malware targets poorly secured JupyterLab servers to gain access and then installs rootkits and cryptocurrency miners. Security researchers at Aqua Security discovered the campaign and say Koske
BulletVPN Shutdown: An Abrupt End to a Trusted VPN
The BulletVPN shutdown has caught users by surprise. Without prior notice, the Estonian-based VPN provider terminated all operations, citing shifts in market demand and evolving technology as core reasons. After more than eight years in the VPN space, BulletVPN has now gone dark, leaving thousands of users scrambling for alternatives. But the most frustrating detail? Even lifetime subscribers were cut
Using a VPN with Tor Is Not as Safe as You Imagine
When it comes to online anonymity, Tor and VPNs are often seen as powerful tools. Tor anonymizes your web traffic by routing it through multiple volunteer-run servers, while VPNs encrypt your connection and hide your IP address from your internet service provider (ISP). Individually, they each offer layers of privacy. So, what happens when you start using a VPN with
AT&T Data Breach Exposes 86 Million Records, Including SSNs
AT&T is under fire once again, but this time, it’s not just about poor service or billing issues – they suffered a data breach. In a deeply troubling turn of events, the personal data of approximately 86 million current and former customers has been leaked online, including an estimated 44 million Social Security Numbers (SSNs) in decrypted form. The breach
9 VPN Tips to Get the Most Out of Your VPN Provider
A Virtual Private Network (VPN) is a powerful tool for maintaining online privacy, accessing geo-blocked content, and securing your internet connection. But many users don’t realize they’re only scratching the surface of what their VPN can do. We've compiled a short list of VPN tips to help you get the best out of your provider and unlock its full potential.
Fake VPNs and Browsers Spread Winos 4.0 Malware
In the dynamic cybercrime world, attackers are constantly refining their tactics. Their latest strategy is as deceptive as it is dangerous. Security researchers have uncovered a malicious campaign in which cybercriminals use fake VPNs and browsers to distribute malware and infiltrate Windows systems. At the heart of the campaign is Winos 4.0, a stealthy malware strain designed for persistence, data
France vs VPN Providers: What Happenned?
Recently, an interesting case is gaining traction - France vs VPN providers. In a groundbreaking decision on May 15, 2025, the Paris Judicial Court ruled in favor of French broadcaster Canal+ and the Ligue de Football Professionnel (LFP). Thus, ordering several major VPN providers to block access to over 200 illegal sports streaming websites. The ruling marks the first time
