AWS Outage Disrupts Fortnite, Prime Video, and Perplexity
An AWS outage on October 20, 2025 caused widespread service disruptions across multiple sectors. Amazon Web Services experienced severe latency and error spikes that rippled through its U.S. East (US-EAST-1) region, leading to global downtime for major apps and websites. Millions of users were unable to stream, play, or access online platforms as the world’s largest cloud provider battled to
European Airport Cyberattack Suspect Arrested
The recent European airport cyberattack disrupted operations across several major hubs and triggered widespread delays. Authorities confirmed the incident was tied to a little-known ransomware strain, and a suspect connected to the attack has been arrested. The case highlights growing risks in aviation cybersecurity. Disruption Across European Airports The attack caused immediate delays, system interruptions, and logistical issues for multiple
SpamGPT Cybercrime Tool Turns Phishing into Organized Business
The rise of the SpamGPT cybercrime tool highlights a dangerous evolution in digital threats. Artificial intelligence has long been used to enhance marketing, streamline workflows, and improve customer outreach. Cybercriminals have now adopted the same playbook, transforming AI into a weaponized service. SpamGPT packages phishing operations into a polished platform that resembles a legitimate CRM system. Instead of building malicious
Vibe Hacking: Cybercrime with Minimal Effort But Huge Impact
Who needs years of coding when you’ve got ChatGPT and ten minutes to kill? Welcome to vibe hacking: a new era where cybercriminals let AI do the heavy lifting. It’s slick. It’s lazy. And yes, it’s working. Today’s hackers aren’t all hoodie-clad geniuses reverse-engineering firmware. Many are just casually prompting AI tools to write malware, build fake websites, or even
Facebook Expands Passkey Support to Fight Phishing Attacks
In a great move towards online scurity Facebook expands passkey support. Meta is doubling down on account security by rolling out broader support for passkeys across Facebook. As phishing attacks continue to threaten online users, this move marks a major step in transitioning toward a passwordless future. What Are Passkeys? Passkeys are a new type of login credential designed to
Debunking the 16 Billion Credentials Leak: What Really Happened
In the past week, alarming headlines have circulated across social media and tech news platforms: “16 billion credentials leak in a massive data breach!” The claim quickly sparked fear and speculation, suggesting one of the largest cybersecurity incidents in history. But there’s just one problem: it’s not technically true. Let’s break down what actually happened, why this misleading story went
Chainlink Phishing: Trusted Sites Become Dangerous Gateways
Cybercriminals are using an increasingly deceptive tactic known as chainlink phishing, where they build a chain of seemingly harmless links that ultimately leads to a phishing site. This method allows attackers to bypass security filters, abuse the reputation of major online services, and trick even cautious users into visiting malicious pages. What Is Chainlink Phishing? Chainlink phishing describes a chain
Anubis Ransomware Now Wipes Files Beyond Recovery
A new, far more destructive chapter has begun for the Anubis ransomware operation. Previously known for encrypting data and extorting victims, the cybercriminals behind Anubis have now introduced a wiper feature. One that makes data recovery virtually impossible, even if the ransom is paid. This strategic shift marks a dangerous evolution in the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) ecosystem and signals a chilling
Predator Spyware Bounces Back and Finds New Market
When U.S. and EU sanctions hit Intellexa, the company behind the Predator spyware platform, many observers predicted the mercenary‑surveillance market would retreat. Instead, freshly released telemetry from Recorded Future’s Insikt Group shows Predator morphing rather than melting away. Their latest report maps brand‑new command‑and‑control (C2) servers in Mozambique, the first public evidence of a customer there, plus infrastructure tied to
DNS Security: Your First Line of Defense in 2025
Every connection to your website begins with a simple question: “Where do I find this domain?” That question is answered by the Domain Name System (DNS), a decades‑old protocol that was never designed to fend off modern attackers. If an adversary can tamper with (or completely overwhelm) your DNS, they can redirect visitors, steal data, or knock your brand offline
