BlackSanta Malware Targets HR Staff with Fake CV Downloads

Aryaka researchers have identified a new threat from a Russian-speaking group using ‘BlackSanta’ malware. By disguising attacks as job applications, hackers are bypassing security to target recruitment workflows. Continue reading BlackSanta Malware Targets HR Staff with Fake CV Downloads

Fake LinkedIn Interview Used by Lazarus Hackers to Target AllSecure CEO

Researchers at AllSecure have revealed how North Korean hackers from the Lazarus Group used a fake LinkedIn job interview and deepfake technology to target their CEO. Continue reading Fake LinkedIn Interview Used by Lazarus Hackers to Target AllSecure CEO

AI Bot Hackerbot-Claw Targets Microsoft, DataDog and CNCF GitHub Repos

Security firm Pillar reveals the Chaos Agent in which Hackerbot-Claw, an AI agent, used natural language to compromise major GitHub projects and hijack developer tools. Continue reading AI Bot Hackerbot-Claw Targets Microsoft, DataDog and CNCF GitHub Repos

New Social Security Scam Emails Use Fake Tax Documents to Hijack PCs

A new phishing campaign is targeting thousands in the US by posing as the Social Security Administration. Learn how scammers use fake 2025/2026 tax statements and Datto RMM software to hijack computers and steal data, as shared with Hackread.com Continue reading New Social Security Scam Emails Use Fake Tax Documents to Hijack PCs

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 lis… Continue reading Hackers Spread Fake Red Alert Rocket Alert App to Spy on Israeli Users