12-Aug-2025: M&S Cyber Recovery, Connex Data Breach, TETRA Encryption Woes, AI Hallucination Concerns

Tune in to today's episode of Hacked dAily, where we unravel the latest cyber shenanigans with wit and irony to keep you entertained and informed! First up, we spotlight Apple’s macOS – the Ferris Bueller of operating systems – enjoying a day off from top-notch security, letting Rosetta 2 inadvertently roll the red carpet for malicious guests. An Apple a day might keep the doctor away, but apparently not cyber ninjas. Then, onto Texas, where a former employee’s "sabotage your ex-employer" how-to guide lands him in hot water. Remember, folks, our fantasies of workplace vengeance should stay in our heads—not in our former company’s destroyed server systems. The probable career switch to ‘prison IT’ is imminent! Over in Russia, SilentCryptoMiner worms its way into systems like a sneaky sitcom character, using fake VPN tools as bait. Always remember: if it sounds too good to be a secure browsing tunnel, it probably is a shortcut straight to digital plunder. Plus, the healthcare sector, still juggling ransomware as if it's part of the daily dose, fights the same old foes on their digital frontier—proving data breaches can be just as predictable as your hospital’s waiting times. Lastly, brace yourselves as AI schedules very precise coffee breaks, ensuring office blathering doesn’t stomp over productivity. Let’s just hope it’s kind enough to spare a few moments for perfecting the half-asleep meeting look!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.

10 Maalis 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, where we untangle the web of digital chaos with a dash of humor and a sprinkle of sarcasm. Let's dive into today's tech misadventures. First up, a hacker loves a good Disney plot twist as much as anyone, but this time they snagged a Disney engineer’s passwords, leaving Mickey in a digital pickle. Apparently, keeping magic kingdom secrets under "Admin123" wasn’t as clever as they thought. Who knew Disneyland had its own villain? Then, in a quantum leap backwards, digital saboteurs have bested X Tech's unbreakable encryption with a data heist worthy of Hollywood. It seems the future isn’t as secretive as quantum physicists hoped. Time to rethink those uncrackable enigmas. In a "connect the dots" irony, a sneaky backdoor in a trusty Bluetooth chip has tech fans nervous as it eavesdrops on a billion devices worldwide. Maybe it’s time we ensured our "seamless" connections are more selective with their party invites. Elsewhere in the realm of sci-fi, the first AI-powered ransomware gang, FunkSec, is shaking things up. It seems even cybercriminals need smart assistants—with FunkSec making the rest ponder the merits of an AI partnership. Finally, U.S. authorities charge individuals using AI in cyberattacks, proving cybercriminals now have a tech support but AI is the true ninja, cutting through the noise to defend against these digital scoundrels. Tune in tomorrow as we keep you intrigued and entertained. Secure those passwords... see ya on the dark side!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.

9 Maalis 3min

Join us on Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, where we dive into the latest escapades in the world of digital mischief with a side of sarcasm and some much-needed humor. Who knew cybersecurity could be this amusing? Today, we start off in Japan where NTT Communications stumbles once again, putting 18,000 organizations on a first-name basis with data breaches. Looks like someone missed the memo on securing information, right? Then we turn to the ever-evolving saga of cybercriminals; Black Basta and Cactus ransomware gangs are stretching their criminal portfolios with new spyware, BackConnect. It’s like they’re shopping for tech upgrades, but with slightly less legit payment methods. In other tales of woe, a marauding PyPI package has been pilfering Ethereum private keys quicker than you can say "crypto"—a little reminder that developers might need a crash course in "Playing Nice with Other People's Currency." We swing by Riverdale Country School in the Bronx, latest victim in a plot that rivals any cyber thriller. In a grand display of what's probably going to be the tech blooper of the year, sensitive data is now available as light reading on the dark web. Finally, Canadian intelligence issues a warning about AI’s new role in election threats—turns out, future political debates might feature our robo-counterparts. Stay tuned, and who knows, maybe one day Siri will run for office!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.

8 Maalis 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, where we unveil the latest digital shenanigans and maybe save your data one witty remark at a time. Today, we kick things off with a ransomware group turning your webcam into a covert operative—because clearly, bad hair days need backup. Next, we take a virtual dive into EncryptHub, for whom "app store" is code for "malware market," offering their own line of cybercriminal concoctions complete with stealer malware. Who knew app hunting could morph into digital Russian roulette? Our third story sees cybersecurity experts engaging in a new kind of true crime—mapping out threat actor infrastructure with the kind of enthusiasm usually reserved for dissecting grandma's attic finds. The stakes? Your data’s safety. Meanwhile, Dark Caracal, sporting a villainous moniker out of a comic book, has taken its dubious talents to Latin America. Their latest hit? Spreading Poco RAT malware like it's a new fashion trend. And finally, cybercriminals have given the popular AI DeepSeek-R1 a rogue makeover with fake sites that lead you straight into malware wonderland. Remember: if it smells like a scam and quacks like a scam, it's probably not the real DeepSeek. Tune in tomorrow for more tales from the dark side of the digital divide!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.

7 Maalis 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast that keeps your defenses sharp while sprinkling in some humor. Today, we venture into the bizarre world of snail mail ransomware targeting U.S. healthcare companies. Because why hack when you can hurtle back to the '80s with paper threats? Meanwhile, in a plot twist that transcends cyber horror, the Eleven11bot botnet has commandeered 86,000 IoT devices—primarily security cameras. It's a global smash hit with sightings in American and British territories, all while preferring the exotic IP locales of Iran. Who needs strong passwords when weak ones make for such a binge-worthy show? In a spectacle worthy of an Olympic event, Iranian cyber musketeers flex their prowess with polyglot files, injecting excitement, and a touch of exasperation, into UAE IT desks. They merge code like a maestro at a symphony, leaving tech pros everywhere shaking their heads—and maybe filing for therapy. Meanwhile, the SecP0 Ransomware gang is redefining cybercrime by threatening to expose system vulnerabilities. Move over, data kidnappings; now it's all about entrepreneurial disruption. Finally, Google steps into the breach with AI-enabled scam detection on Android. It's like having a digital bodyguard filtering out sweet-talking cons before they nab your wallet—or dignity. Join us tomorrow for more cyber shenanigans and the technology saving—and sometimes vexing—our digital lives!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.

6 Maalis 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your cosmic guide to the bizarro world of cybersecurity where all the grim happenings in the digital universe unfurl with just enough flair and sarcasm to keep you from slumping into your coffee. Created by Cytadel Cyber, this is the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast that serves your earworms with humor and a side of caution. In today's episode, Poland's Space Agency finds themselves tackling a different kind of space odyssey after a cyberattack; it seems aliens aren’t the only threat, guys! Meanwhile, over 4,000 ISP IPs are the latest targets for cybercriminals who apparently have found a zen-like state in brute-force attacks. Perhaps they should consider chill-out music with that cryptocurrency. Next, we explore the antics of 'JavaGhost' who's proving that AWS servers are the new playground. Maybe they're just tired of the same terrestrial platforms—gotta keep that innovation alive! And in a twist, a Japanese cancer center falls victim to the Qilin ransomware; it appears that even hackers believe in healthcare...for their bank accounts, at least. Lastly, AI agents are shaking things up in the world of credential stuffing attacks. Forget AI's promise of a promising future, unless it involves kicking out unauthorized users watching your Netflix. Tune in daily for a dose of cybersecurity, irony, and wit!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.

5 Maalis 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first-ever AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Join us as we dive into today's top cybersecurity follies with a sprinkle of sarcasm and humor to make the chaos just a little bit more bearable. First up, Microsoft—the bastion of computer safety—goofed spectacularly by signing off a rogue driver, letting ransomware villains waltz in like they own the place. It's like Batman handing Gotham over to the Joker and asking for tips in chaos management. In an automation mishap compounding our daily woes, Zapier may have let a few cyber squatters crash the data party. Not to worry though, your bank info is safe, but do keep an eye on those uninvited reminders and automations still dancing in your inbox. Meanwhile, over in cloud cuckoo land, hackers send phishing attacks through AWS, turning misconfigured email services into a phisher's paradise. It's like candy for the cyber crooks, except with less sweetness and more malicious intent. As if that's not enough, Southern Water is now £4.5 million lighter, thanks to a ransomware showdown. Perhaps investing in sturdier digital locks could help prevent these financial tidal waves? And finally, "agentic AI" is the latest buzzword, promising a new AI overlord capable of organizing your life — and demanding a company parking spot while it's at it. Tune in as we sift through this exciting digital mess.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.

4 Maalis 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber that’s redefining how you sip your morning coffee while dodging virtual bullets. Today, we introduce you to Tramp Ransomware, the new digital bandit stealing strategies from Black Basta, but don’t worry, it’s not kryptonite it's after—just your files! Grab your digital lasso, because it’s getting Wild West out there. Meanwhile, over at Angel One, it seems their Amazon Web Services went for an unauthorized stroll on the dark web. But kudos to them for an overnight credential-changing marathon! It's a cybersecurity whodunit that's got everyone on edge but rest assured, their handle on damage control is worthy of a thriller. In another yarn worthy of a cowboy flick, HomeTeamNS finds themselves in a ransomware showdown as their server's data takes an unexpected ride into the sunset. Technology might have promised us a paperless utopia, but maybe it’s time to dust off those filing cabinets? And, ever feel like you’re not keeping up with technology? Enter Qilin, the ransomware gang setting its sights on Lee Enterprises. While they dodge journalistic outrage, one wonders if Qilin regrets sticking its nose in the newsroom. Finally, AI has cozied up with DDoS attacks, making them smarter and swifter. Are cybersecurity teams ready to face these algorithmic pranksters, or are they still hitting snooze? Tune in to find out!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.

3 Maalis 3min