Google is increasingly ranking websites based on how users experience them, rather than relying solely on keywords and backlinks, according to web performance analysts. The shift is leaving many business websites struggling to maintain visibility in search results, even though their content and keywords remain unchanged. Industry observers say the
Cybercriminal groups are using hundreds of known software vulnerabilities to gain access to corporate networks before deploying ransomware, according to recent cybersecurity research. Security analysts say threat actors have been observed leveraging more than 240 distinct exploits, targeting unpatched systems, outdated software, and exposed services as part of large-scale intrusion
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a malware campaign targeting Windows users through a malicious installer disguised as an adult-themed game, according to recent analysis. The campaign delivers xRAT, a remote access trojan capable of providing attackers with persistent access to infected systems. Researchers say the malware is being distributed through unofficial
Cybercriminals have leveraged reports surrounding the arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro to distribute sophisticated backdoor malware in a targeted phishing campaign, security researchers say. The operation uses a high-profile geopolitical event as social engineering bait to trick recipients into executing malicious software, illustrating how ongoing world news continues to
A data leak affecting Instagram has exposed sensitive information linked to approximately 17.5 million user accounts, according to cybersecurity researchers who identified the dataset circulating online. The leaked data reportedly includes a combination of usernames, contact details, account metadata, and profile-related information, raising concerns over privacy risks and potential
A Texas-based gas station operator has disclosed a data breach that exposed customer information following unauthorised access to parts of its digital systems, according to a notification issued this week. The company said it identified suspicious activity within its network and launched an internal investigation with the assistance of external
Cybercriminal activity targeting Australia and New Zealand is increasingly being fuelled by the sale of initial network access and the expansion of ransomware campaigns, according to recent threat intelligence findings. Security researchers say threat actors are exploiting compromised websites, web applications, and remote access systems to gain entry into corporate
European law enforcement agencies have arrested 34 suspected members of the Black Axe criminal network in Spain as part of a coordinated operation led by Europol, authorities said. The suspects are accused of involvement in large-scale online fraud, money laundering, and organised criminal activity, with estimated financial losses reaching €5.
The state-linked hacking group MuddyWater has launched a new cyber-espionage campaign deploying a previously undocumented remote access trojan (RAT) known as “RustyWater,” according to recent threat intelligence findings. The campaign, delivered through spear-phishing emails, has targeted organisations across the Middle East, affecting websites, internal web applications, and internet-facing systems used