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Private Chats, Photos of Celebs Exposed in Suspected Stalkerware Leak
Private chats and photos of celebrities and influencers were exposed after a suspected stalkerware setup left a database open, revealing sensitive messages and files.
Misconfigured Server Run by Hackers Leaks 345,000 Stolen Credit Cards
A misconfigured server linked to the carding marketplace Jerry’s Store exposed 345,000 stolen credit cards after an AI coding error caused a major security flaw.
Why Unofficial Download Sources Are Still a Security Risk in 2026
Security Risk in 2026: why unofficial download sources still put users at risk, and how to verify safe, official install paths before installing software.
82 Chrome Extensions Found Selling User Data, 6.5 Million Users Affected
LayerX research finds 82 Chrome extensions collecting and selling user data, affecting at least 6.5 million users through disclosed but concerning practices.
Fake CAPTCHA Scam Abuses Verification Clicks to Send Costly International Texts
Research from Infoblox reveals a massive Click2SMS fraud scheme using fake CAPTCHAs and back button hijacking to trick victims into sending costly international texts.
Fake TikTok Downloaders on Chrome and Edge Spying on 130,000 Users
Over 130,000 users are at risk from fake TikTok downloader extensions on Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Researchers discovered these malicious tools use device fingerprinting to spy on users and steal sensitive browser data.
Researchers Say Fiverr Left User Files Open to Google Search
Private Fiverr user documents, including tax records and IDs, were reportedly found in Google search results due to a storage configuration issue. Read more about the findings and the company’s response to the data exposure.
Securing Remote Server Access: Why VPNs Matter for Administrators
VPNs help secure remote server access by encrypting traffic, restricting entry to authorized users, and reducing exposure of critical systems to the internet.
Booking.com Confirms Data Breach as Hackers Access Customer Details
Booking.com confirms a data breach exposing customer details to hackers. No payment data accessed, but users face risk of targeted phishing scams now!
FBI Recovers Deleted Signal Messages Through iPhone Notifications
Signal messages may persist in iPhone notification data, enabling FBI access even after deletion, a court case reveals.