A misconfiguration in AWS CodeBuild, identified as CodeBreach, allowed potential attackers to take over AWS’s GitHub repositories, including the AWS JavaScript SDK. securityish.com/security_br...

📚 DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service): An attack that floods a target with excessive traffic from many devices, overwhelming systems and making services slow or unavailable.

🔒 Enable purchase alerts. Fraud hates speed.

📚 Defense-in-Depth: A security strategy that layers multiple protective controls so if one fails, others still reduce risk or block the attack.

A Dutch appeals court confirmed a seven-year prison sentence for a man who hacked port IT systems to assist cocaine smugglers. securityish.com/security_br...

From July to December 2025, botnet Command & Controller (C&C) activity rose by 24%, with Remote Access Trojans (RATs) making up 42% of the top 20 malware linked to botnets.

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🚨 Hackers claim to have stolen internal source code from Target Corporation. #cybersecurity #target #infosec securityish.com/security_br...

📚 Code Injection: An attack where malicious code is inserted into a legitimate program or system so it executes unintended commands or actions.

As AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT Health become integrated into healthcare, users should remain vigilant about the accuracy of the information provided. Both platforms acknowledge their limitations and advise users to consult healthcare professionals for personalized guidance. #health #security

🚨 BREAKING: Malaysia and Indonesia have suspended access to the social network X due to its failure to prevent the creation of non-consensual sexual deepfakes. securityish.com/security_br...

In 2025, the number of active Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) kits doubled, allowing less-skilled attackers to conduct sophisticated phishing campaigns. #cybersecurity #security #phishing #saas

Instagram has addressed claims of a data leak affecting over 17 million accounts, stating that a bug allowed external parties to request password reset emails. securityish.com/security_br...

Don’t click unknown links. Curiosity is expensive on the internet.

Europol announced the arrest of 34 individuals in Spain linked to the Black Axe criminal organization, known for various crimes including cyber fraud. #cybercrime #fraud #cybersecurity securityish.com/security_br...

📚 Session Hijacking: An attack where someone takes over a user’s active login session, often by stealing cookies or tokens, to access accounts without needing the password.

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🔒 Check your privacy settings. You’re sharing more than you think.

A significant data breach has exposed the personal information of approximately 17.5 million Instagram users, with sensitive details now circulating on dark web forums. #cybersecurity #databreach #infosec securityish.com/security_br...

📚 Supply Chain Attack: A tactic where attackers compromise a third-party provider, vendor, or software dependency to infiltrate downstream organizations or users.

Europol announced the arrest of 34 individuals in Spain linked to the Black Axe criminal organization, known for various crimes including cyber fraud. securityish.com/security_br...

🔒 Don’t reuse passwords. One breach shouldn’t become ten.

⚠️ The FBI has issued a warning about North Korean hackers, specifically the Kimsuky group, using malicious QR codes in spear-phishing campaigns targeting U.S. think tanks, academic institutions, and government entities. #cybersecurity #phishing #cyberattacks securityish.com/security_br...

Palo Alto’s crosswalk signals were hacked last year because the city did not change the default passwords. securityish.com/security_br... #cybersecurity #security #paloalto

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📚 Credential Stuffing: An attack where stolen usernames and passwords are automatically tested across many websites in hopes that people reused the same login.

🔒 Use a password manager. Your brain wasn’t built for 200 logins.

CrowdStrike acquires SGNL for $740 million to enhance identity security.

📚 Botnet: A network of compromised devices remotely controlled by an attacker, often used for spam, DDoS attacks, credential stuffing, or other automated malicious activity.

⚠️ Microsoft will enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users accessing the Microsoft 365 admin center starting February 9, 2026. #security #microsoft securityish.com/security_br...

BREAKING: China has hacked email systems used by congressional staff on key committees in the US House of Representatives as part of a cyber espionage campaign known as Salt Typhoon.

⚠️ New research shows IBM’s AI Agent Bob vulnerable to malware execution risks.

🚨 A severe vulnerability known as Ni8mare (CVE-2026-21858) allows remote attackers to take control of n8n servers, affecting over 100,000 instances.

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Hackers are increasingly using artificial intelligence as a tool for cybercrime, framing it as a shortcut for those lacking technical skills. securityish.com/security_br... #cybersecurity #infosec #ai

Wegman’s supermarket chain in New York City is reportedly collecting biometric information about its customers. This practice raises significant privacy concerns as it involves the use of facial recognition technology. securityish.com/security_br... #privacy #security

📚 DNS Hijacking: An attack where DNS settings or responses are manipulated to redirect users from legitimate websites to malicious or fake ones without their knowledge.

Elon Musk’s Grok AI has been generating thousands of nonconsensual images of women in sexualized contexts on X, following reports of similar misuse involving children. securityish.com/security_br... #privacy #ai #AIsecurity

In the realm of cybersecurity, understanding the concept of a threat actor is crucial for both individuals and organizations. securityish.com/what-is-a-t... #cybersecurity #threatactor #security

🚨 Sedgwick has confirmed a security breach at its subsidiary, Sedgwick Government Solutions, which serves over 20 government agencies. The TridentLocker ransomware group claims to have stolen 3.39 GB of documents and published some on their leak site. #cybersecurity

📚 Living-off-the-Land (LOTL): A stealthy attack technique where hackers abuse built-in system tools and legitimate software to carry out malicious actions while avoiding detection.

Attackers use a fake blue screen of death (BSoD) lure to execute PowerShell commands that install DCRat, a remote access trojan. securityish.com/security_br... #cybersecurity #malware #infosec

Email is still the easiest way in. New data: malware delivered via email is up 130% YoY (scams +30%, phishing +20%).

📚 Juice Jacking: A type of attack where compromised public USB charging ports or cables are used to steal data or install malware on a device while it is charging.

A multi-stage malware campaign, likely run by Russian threat actors, is targeting the hospitality industry using fake Booking.com reservation cancellation messages. securityish.com/security_br...

Discovered in December 2025, the botnet is linked to record-setting DDoS attacks and monetizes through app installs and proxy bandwidth sales. The majority of infections are in Vietnam, Brazil, India, and Saudi Arabia. securityish.com/security_br... #cybersecurity #infosec #android

Google to discontinue POP3 mail fetching in Gmail by January 2026. Securityish Brief: Google will stop letting Gmail pull in emails from other inboxes using an old method in January 2026, so some people may need to update their email settings to keep everything working.

⚠️ NordVPN has denied claims of a data breach after a threat actor alleged they stole over 10 databases containing sensitive information. #cybersecurity #vpn #infosec

📚 Data Minimization: A privacy principle that limits data collection and retention to only what is necessary, reducing the risk and impact of misuse or breaches.