Deeba Ahmed
1968 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.
Brazil Health Surveillance Database Exposed 79GB of Sensitive Records
Brazil's SISVISA health surveillance system left 102,215 files totaling 79GB open online, including tax IDs and identity documents, without password protection.
August 5, 2026
Shai-Hulud npm Worm Returns, Poisoning Over 1,280 npm Packages
Shai-Hulud npm worm spreads through Keyv and hundreds of packages with 2 billion monthly downloads, stealing npm, GitHub, cloud and CI credentials in real time.
August 4, 2026
Thermo Fisher Patches Forensic DNA File Tampering Flaw in Its Software
Thermo Fisher patched CVE-2026-17583 in five supported DNA analysis products by adding digital signatures that help laboratories detect modified forensic files.
August 4, 2026
Hackers Use Fake FIFA World Cup 2026 T-Shirt Offers to Spread Voidrift Malware
A fake FIFA World Cup 2026 T-shirt giveaway scam is spreading Voidrift malware through personalized emails using company logos and trusted websites to bypass security filters.
June 30, 2026
Bluekit Phishing Kit Uses Browser-in-the-Middle Attacks to Evade Detection
A new phishing-as-a-service (PHaaS) platform called Bluekit is letting cybercriminals steal user accounts using a tricky method. While…
June 29, 2026
Anonymous-Linked Hacktivist Aubrey Cottle Jailed Over Texas GOP Cyberattack
Canadian hacktivist Aubrey Cottle, known as Kirtaner and once linked to Anonymous, gets 18 months for a 2021 Texas GOP website cyberattack.
June 28, 2026
Woodgnat Hackers Use Mistic RAT to Broker Access for Ransomware Gangs
Woodgnat Hackers use Backdoor.Mistic, a stealthy RAT, to let brokers compromise networks and sell entry points to ransomware groups, putting firms at risk.
June 26, 2026
macOS Flaw Allowed Standard Users to Disable CrowdStrike and Kandji Security Tools
A macOS XPC flaw let regular users disable CrowdStrike and Kandji tools, exposing security gaps that vendors patched after XM Cyber reported the security issue.
June 26, 2026
Fake GTA 6 Early Access Websites Target Gamers with Malware and Crypto Scams
GTA 6 scams are luring fans with fake early access, crypto payments and malware downloads. Learn why PC and Android gamers face the biggest risks online today.
June 25, 2026
Suspected Cyberattack Sends Fake Emergency Alert to Phones Across Brazil
Brazil’s alert system was taken offline after a fake emergency alert reached phones, with officials investigating a suspected cyberattack and security failure.
June 25, 2026