Deeba Ahmed
1875 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.
Widespread Magecart Campaign Targets Users of All Major Credit Cards
Researchers at Silent Push have exposed a global Magecart campaign stealing credit card data since 2022. Learn how this invisible web-skimming attack targets major networks like Mastercard and Amex, and how to stay safe.
January 13, 2026
Russian BlueDelta (Fancy Bear) Uses PDFs to Steal Logins in Just 2 Seconds
New research from Recorded Future reveals how Russian state hackers (BlueDelta) are using fake Microsoft and Google login portals to steal credentials. The campaign involves using legitimate PDF lures from GRC and EcoClimate to trick victims.
January 12, 2026
Fake Employee Reports Spread Guloader and Remcos RAT Malware
Scammers are using fake October 2025 performance reviews to trick staff into installing Guloader and Remcos RAT malware. Learn how to identify this threat and protect your personal data from remote hackers.
January 12, 2026
New OPCOPRO Scam Uses AI and Fake WhatsApp Groups to Defraud Victim
Meet OPCOPRO, an online scam that builds a fake AI-run world like The Truman Show using WhatsApp and apps to steal IDs via fake KYC and investments.
January 12, 2026
Europol Raids Disrupt Black Axe Cybercrime Ring in Spain
Authorities caught 34 members of the notorious Black Axe gang in Spain known for stealing millions of Euros through online romance scams and email fraud.
January 11, 2026
Database of 323,986 BreachForums Users Leaked as Admin Disputes Scope
Database of 323,986 BreachForums users leaked online as forum admins claim the exposed data is partial and dates back to August 2025.
January 10, 2026
CISA Urges Emergency Patching for Actively Exploited HPE OneView Flaw
CISA adds a critical HPE OneView flaw (CVE-2025-37164) to its KEV catalogue with a Jan 28 deadline. Learn how this 10.0 RCE bug puts server infrastructure at risk.
January 10, 2026
MAESTRO Toolkit Exploiting VMware VM Escape Vulnerabilities
Cybersecurity researchers from Huntress detail a major VM Escape attack where hackers took over host servers. Using a secret toolkit called MAESTRO, the attackers stayed hidden for over a year. Read the exclusive details on how this breach was stopped and how to protect your network.
January 9, 2026
$15 Billion Pig Butchering Scam Boss Chen Zhi Extradited to China
Billionaire Chen Zhi and associates Xu Ji Liang and Shao Ji Hui have been extradited to China. This exclusive report details the collapse of the Prince Group's global scam network, the seizure of $15 billion in Bitcoin, and the forced labour camps behind the billion-dollar pig butchering fraud.
January 9, 2026
Astaroth Banking Trojan Targets Brazilians via WhatsApp Messages
Researchers at Acronis have discovered a new campaign called Boto Cor-de-Rosa, where the Astaroth banking malware spreads like a worm through WhatsApp Web to steal contact lists and banking credentials.
January 8, 2026