17-Feb-2026 Google AI Exploited, DavaIndia Data Breach, and Cloud Password Attack Vulnerabilities

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber, bringing you the latest in cybersecurity news. In today's episode, we explore Google's findings on state-sponsored hackers from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea leveraging AI, specifically targeting Google's Gemini. This marks a concerning leap in APT capabilities, emphasizing the need for fortified defenses against AI-enhanced attacks. DavaIndia Pharmacy's data breach reveals significant vulnerabilities in their online platform, risking customer data privacy and compliance. This incident signals an urgent call for enhanced security measures in healthcare and pharmaceuticals. A recent study uncovers 25 distinct attacks on major cloud password managers, exploiting flaws in password recovery systems. This revelation urges an industry-wide reassessment of password security protocols to safeguard information. 360 Dental PC in Oregon faces a ransomware attack affecting 11,395 individuals, though misuse evidence isn’t found yet. The breach reinforces the vital need for stringent cybersecurity in healthcare amidst rising threats to patient data privacy. Lastly, MacSync malware spreads via Google Ads and Claude AI through ClickFix, showing attackers' growing sophistication. This highlights the critical importance of vigilance and robust security strategies to counter increasingly innovative cyber threats. Stay informed and proactive with us on Hacked dAily. 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.