Deeba Ahmed
1881 posts
Deeba is a veteran cybersecurity reporter at Hackread.com with over a decade of experience covering cybercrime, vulnerabilities, and security events. Her expertise and in-depth analysis make her a key contributor to the platform’s trusted coverage.
Latvian TV Channels Hacked to Broadcast Russian Victory Day Parade
Confused Latvians woke up to the Russian Victory Day parade on their TVs! Hackers targeted a content delivery network to manipulate broadcasts exposing media supply chain vulnerabilities.
May 11, 2024
New LLMjacking Attack Lets Hackers Hijack AI Models for Profit
Researchers uncover a novel cyberattack scheme called "LLMjacking" exploiting stolen cloud credentials to hijack powerful AI models. This article explores the implications of attackers leveraging large language models (LLMs) for malicious purposes and offers security recommendations for the cloud and AI communities.
May 10, 2024
LiteSpeed Cache Plugin XSS Vulnerability Affects 1.8M WordPress Sites
Is your WordPress site using LiteSpeed Cache? A recent surge in malicious JavaScript injections targets vulnerable versions. Learn how to identify the signs of infection and prevent future attacks. Patch, scan, and secure your WordPress site today!
May 8, 2024
Major UK Security Provider Leaks Trove of Guard and Suspect Data
Over 1.2 million records were exposed in a major data breach at UK security firm Amberstone. Learn the potential impact, what to do if affected, and how to stay secure.
May 7, 2024
Hackers Leak COVID-19 Data of 820K Dominicans, Including Vaccination Info
A massive data leak of 820,000 Dominicans' personal information (including COVID vaccination status) has been leaked online puting individuals at risk of identity theft, scams, and social engineering attacks.
May 7, 2024
Cuckoo Mac Malware Mimics Music Converter to Steals Passwords and Crypto
Cuckoo malware targets macOS users, stealing passwords, browsing history, crypto wallet details & more. Disguised as a music converter, it poses a major security risk. Learn how to protect yourself from this sophisticated infostealer.
May 6, 2024
Critical Cybersecurity Loopholes Found in Paris 2024 Olympics Infrastructure
Paris 2024 Olympics face cybersecurity threats. Outpost24 analysis reveals open ports, SSL misconfigurations, and more. Can the organizers secure the Games in time? Read for critical insights and potential consequences.
May 6, 2024
Muddling Meerkat Group Suspected of Espionage via Great Firewall of China
Uncover the "Muddling Meerkat," a China-linked threat actor manipulating the DNS. Infoblox research reveals a sophisticated group with deep DNS expertise and potential ties to the Great Firewall. Learn their tactics and how to stay protected.
May 1, 2024
Fake Chrome Updates Hide Android Brokewell Malware Targeting Your Bank
New Android malware alert! Brokewell steals data, takes over devices & targets your bank. Learn how this sneaky malware works & what you can do to protect yourself. Stop Brokewell before it stops you!
April 29, 2024
Agent Tesla and Taskun Malware Targeting US Education and Govt Entities
Beware! Agent Tesla & Taskun Malware are targeting US Education & Gov. This cyberattack steals data & exploits vulnerabilities. Learn how to protect schools & government agencies from this double threat!
April 29, 2024