Deeba Ahmed
1822 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.
Discord Controlled NodeCordRAT Steals Chrome Data via NPM Packages
Zscaler ThreatLabz identifies three malicious NPM packages mimicking Bitcoin libraries. The NodeCordRAT virus uses Discord commands to exfiltrate MetaMask data and Chrome passwords.
January 8, 2026
Fake ChatGPT and DeepSeek Extensions Spied on Over 1 Million Chrome Users
Security researchers have identified two malicious Chrome extensions recording AI chats. Learn how to identify and remove these tools to protect your privacy.
January 8, 2026
pcTattletale Founder Bryan Fleming Pleads Guilty in Federal Stalkerware Case
Bryan Fleming, founder of pcTattletale, pleads guilty in a landmark federal spying case. Read how an undercover HSI sting and a data breach ended a decade of illegal stalkerware sales.
January 8, 2026
Lone Hacker Used Infostealers to Access Data at 50 Global Companies
A Hudson Rock report reveals how an Iranian hacker named Zestix breached 50 global companies, including Iberia Airlines and Pickett & Associates, by using stolen passwords and a lack of MFA.
January 7, 2026
Millions of Android Powered TVs and Streaming Devices Infected by Kimwolf Botnet
Synthient discovers over 2 million Android TV boxes and smart TVs hijacked by the Kimwolf botnet. Learn how hackers are using home devices to launch DDoS attacks and how you can protect your home network.
January 6, 2026
Bitfinex Hack Mastermind Behind $10 Billion Theft Gets Early Release
Ilya Lichtenstein, the man behind the massive 2016 Bitfinex Bitcoin theft, has been released early from prison. Read how the First Step Act and a trail of Walmart gift cards led to this major update in one of the world's largest crypto thefts.
January 6, 2026
New VVS Stealer Malware Targets Discord Users via Fake System Errors
Palo Alto Networks’ new report reveals VVS Stealer uses Discord Injection and fake error messages to steal tokens and MFA codes. Protect your account from this new Python-based threat.
January 6, 2026
Researchers Warn of Data Exposure Risks in Claude Chrome Extension
Security experts at Zenity Labs warn that Anthropic’s new agentic browser extension, Claude in Chrome, could bypass traditional web security, exposing private data and login tokens to potential hijackers.
January 5, 2026
Disney Fined $10M for Violating Children’s Privacy Laws on YouTube
Disney agrees to a $10M settlement with the DOJ and FTC over YouTube privacy violations. Learn how the COPPA ruling affects kids' data and Disney's new rules.
January 5, 2026
Finnish Authorities Detain Crew After Undersea Internet Cable Severed
After a sudden internet cable break between Finland and Estonia, authorities have seized the cargo ship Fitburg. With two crew members arrested and sanctioned steel found on board, investigators are now probing if this was an accident or a deliberate act of hybrid warfare.
January 3, 2026