06-Feb-2026: Harvard Hack, Epworth's Cyber Conflict, Microsoft & AOT Japan Breaches

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber. Today's top stories: ShinyHunters, linked to the LAPSUS$ collective, breached Harvard's Alumni Affairs, leaking 115,000 donor records, including data from Mark Zuckerberg and Michael Bloomberg, stressing the need for stronger cybersecurity in educational institutions. Epworth HealthCare denies data breach claims despite ransomware attackers alleging theft of 920GB of sensitive data, emphasizing the need for ongoing vigilance in healthcare cybersecurity. A new variant of the ClickFix campaign, named "CrashFix," utilizes a Python RAT and browser crashes, highlighting the evolving tactics of cybercriminals and underscoring the necessity for behavior-based detection strategies. The INC ransomware group breached AOT Japan Ltd., threatening logistics operations and data integrity, exemplifying risks to critical supply chain entities and underscoring the vulnerability of sensitive business data. Claude Opus 4.6 AI tool discovered over 500 high-severity vulnerabilities in open-source libraries, underscoring the urgency for organizations to manage software dependencies and apply timely updates to prevent exploitation. Stay informed and ahead of threats with Hacked dAily, where insider insights meet cutting-edge AI analysis to arm you against tomorrow's cybersecurity challenges. Join us daily for expert-driven intel critical for your organization’s security posture. This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. Cyatdel helps you test your cyber resilience against the threats of today, keeping your data secure. Checkout cytadel.co.uk for more information.