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FBI Warns of Iran’s Handala Hack Group Using Fake Apps to Spy on Windows Users
The FBI has issued a warning about Iran-linked Handala Hack Group, targeting Windows users through fake versions of WhatsApp and Telegram.
Iran-Linked Handala Hackers Claim Major Hacks on Stryker and Verifone
Iran-linked Handala hackers claim cyberattacks on Stryker and Verifone. Stryker confirms network disruption while Verifone says no breach evidence found.
China-Linked Hackers Hit Qatar with Backdoor Disguised as War News
China-linked hackers targeted Qatar using fake war news lures to spread PlugX backdoor malware and spy on military and energy sectors.
Iran’s MuddyWater Hackers Target US Firms with New Dindoor Backdoor
Researchers say Iran's MuddyWater hackers targeted US companies and an Israeli software firm’s department in a cyber campaign using the Dindoor malware - All this amid the ongoing conflict.
Hackers Spread Fake Red Alert Rocket Alert App to Spy on Israeli Users
Researchers at Acronis have discovered a malicious trojanized version of the Red Alert rocket warning app targeting Israeli Android users. Distributed via fake Home Front Command SMS messages, this spyware steals GPS data, SMS messages, and contact lists while maintaining full alert functionality.
Popular Iranian App BadeSaba was Hacked to Send “Help Is on the Way” Alerts
Hackers took over Iran’s BadeSaba Calendar prayer app, sending “Help Is on the Way” alerts and messages urging soldiers to lay down weapons.
Hackers Abuse ScreenConnect to Hijack PCs via Fake Social Security Emails
Forcepoint X-labs reveals how hackers use fake SSA emails and hijacked ScreenConnect tools to bypass Windows security to target UK, US, and Canadian organisations.
Iranian TV Transmission Hacked With Message from Exiled Prince
Unidentified hackers disrupted Iranian state television to broadcast messages from exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi. Read about the economic crisis, the internet blackout, and the latest reports on the protest death toll.
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.
Iranian APT ‘Prince of Persia’ Resurfaces With New Tools and Targets
SafeBreach reports the resurgence of the Iranian APT group Prince of Persia (Infy). Discover how these state-sponsored hackers are now using Telegram bots and Thunder and Lightning malware to target victims globally across Europe, India, and Canada.