01-Sep-2025: META Banks Battle Frauds, IRIS Unveils DOPPEL, and 5G Cyber Threats Rise

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the podcast where cybersecurity meets AI with a twist of humor! We're here to spice up your daily dose of cyber news, because who said data breaches can't be entertaining? Today, we're diving into Meta's latest GDPR gaffe, where it seems the social media giant is juggling European users' data in an AI training circus without a safety net. NOYB isn't thrilled, and has served Meta a cease and desist, setting the stage for a GDPR showdown that promises either a legal thriller or a comedy of errors by May 21. In our second story, Microsoft raises the alarm about ransomware targeting domain controllers like they’re elite wine cellars. Cybercriminals clearly have a taste for the valuable stuff, so unless you're keen on hosting uninvited digital guests, it might be time to beef up your defenses. Meanwhile, researchers, apparently looking for a thrill, have cracked and replicated VanHelsing ransomware tricks. It’s a bit like handing out blueprints at a heist convention but hey, at least now we know how the magic trick is done. In our eclectic rundown, Elon Musk enthusiasts are caught in a ransomware riddle using PowerShell - proving space fans now need cybersecurity as much as oxygen. Lastly, as telecoms wrestle with cyber threats faster than your runaway Roomba, it seems everyone needs a Wi-Fi paranoia upgrade. Join us for this rollercoaster of cyber adventures!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.

17 Touko 3min

Get ready for another episode of Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber! Today, we're fashion-forward as Dior finds itself in the dangerous limelight—a ransomware attack strutting its way down the tech-savvy runway. While there's no financial data stolen, it’s best to treat all emails like high stakes poker and stay alert for phishing scams. Meanwhile, Russian hackers seem to be reminiscing about the good ol' MySpace days with nostalgic cross-site scripting exploits taking over high-value mail servers worldwide. These retro-bugs have fashionably made a comeback— proving that sometimes vintage isn’t always chic. Then, brace yourself as PowerShell and Remcos RAT put on a spy-themed performance, where malware pirouettes across systems undetected, and your average Word doc could be the next great viral star. It seems antivirus software might need to channel Sherlock Holmes to solve this case. In other news, U.S. retailers might want to bolt down their virtual tills, as ransomware groups give early Black Friday shopping a new terrifying twist—targeting data rather than deals. Finally, we delve into deepfakes with scammers surprising the FBI with pitch-perfect voice identifications of U.S. officials—a voice acting talent in need of re-routing? Stay tuned and keep your firewalls (and humor) up!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.

16 Touko 3min

Hold onto your firewalls, it's time for the latest episode of Hacked dAily, your AI-driven cybersecurity buddy, here to deliver today's cyber-caper capers! Top story numero uno: "Admin" and "123456" make a dazzling comeback as some of the most commonly used passwords in FTP attacks. Who would've guessed that the toughest code to crack is...not a code at all? Readers, it's time to retire these classics unless you're running a secret society that meets in your basement. Next, we dive into an espionage thriller courtesy of North Korean hackers who snagged $88 million just by pretending to be your friendly neighborhood U.S. tech workers. They probably used LinkedIn better than us, and that’s saying something. Moving on to the cyber Cheshire Cat, ‘Chihuahua’ infostealer! Size be damned, this little rascal is out to snatch browser data and crypto wallets, and it doesn't even leave muddy paw prints. So, a heads-up—your digital bones might be more appetizing than you think! In a heist to rival the greats, the Interlock ransomware gang slipped into AMTEC, a U.S. defense contractor, swiping confidential data quicker than donuts vanish at Monday meetings. AMTEC’s on it, but rumored help from cross-border super-spy contacts is unbeknownst. Finally, as the world pivots to AI, somehow we forgot to lock all those fancy new cyber doors. Because, hey, innovation is just better with a dash of hacker thrill, right? Enjoy your digital escapade with your feet up while hackers around the globe churn out more plots!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.

15 Touko 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your go-to podcast for the quirkiest, most intriguing stories in the cybersecurity world, with a twist of humor and a dash of sarcasm, brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Today's menu kicks off with a wellness startup whose office air wasn't just refreshing the chakras—it was also harboring a digital burglar with a $100K heist. Maybe next time, throw in a 'do not disturb' sign for the hackers along with the zen fountains. Meanwhile, PowerSchool faces a data breach that hands over the principal's keys to the cybercrooks, turning student data into digital ransom notes. Detention wouldn’t fix this mess, now would it? Heard about the latest plot twist in ransomware? It’s ditching hard drives for CPUs like a gym-goer switching personal trainers. Sorry AMD users, a mere hardware upgrade isn’t cutting it this time. Blame it on a cunning Russian crew who viewed 2023 as their debut year. Elsewhere, Cactus ransomware has its prickly arms stretched around unprotected software, acting like the most persistent intern you never hired—one that only HTML patches can fend off. And finally, OpenAI's HealthBench is making its way into healthcare with AI wisdom that might just overshadow Aunt Edna’s soup advice. But don't worry, docs, these silicon interns won’t raid the breakroom snacks. Tune in tomorrow for more cybersecurity tales to tickle your tech bone!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.

14 Touko 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where cyber antics meet blunt sarcasm, delivering your daily dose of digital drama and a pinch of humor. Today's episode kicks off with a shocking revelation from the Land of the Rising Sun, where crafty account hijackers are harvesting $2 billion from virtual trading fields. Who knew money actually grows on someone else's cyber trees? Next on our tech rollercoaster, we discuss IT administrators being unwittingly caught in a web of SEO poisoning campaigns—surprise malware webinars, anyone? It's time they learn that not everything on the internet deserves a click. Over at Ascension Health, a major data breach has given away personal details of 437,329 individuals, who could now form a queue longer than those at your local DMV. We recommend they swap "whoopsie-daisy" for some robust cybersecurity training. And in the realm of hacks with an artistic twist, ransomware now lurks in JPEGs, making them a risky venture for cat pic enthusiasts. Looks like ordinary GIFs will have to suffice for your meme addiction! Lastly, SpotOn Transact LLC is mixing AI with restaurant services, just in time for a Chicago show. But watch out: KnowBe4 warns that AI-trained ransomware is not far behind, promising to turn cyber crime into a buffet of hacked opportunities. Tune in for all this and more!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.

13 Touko 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber—where we uncover the cyber shenanigans shaping our digital world with a dash of sarcasm and a hint of humor. Our mission? To keep you informed, engaged, and perhaps cracking a smile while we navigate the murky waters of cyber news. Today, in stories stranger than fiction—you know, like when technology just won't update itself—Operation Moonlander finally unhooked a two-decade-old botnet. Four suspects thought they found a retirement plan but instead found handcuffs. Meanwhile, Medusa ransomware waved its wand over the Russell Child Development Center, proving that data security needs more than just a security blanket to stay safe. Bluetooth 6.1 is stepping up to the privacy plate with its randomized RPA timing, gifting us with a little more privacy while our smart devices plot their next move—it's like tech hide and seek where we might actually win for once. Elsewhere, ransomware rookie Mamona keeps cyber teams on their toes by swinging the Windows' ping command like an offline nunchaku. But fear not! Researchers have brewed up a decryption cocktail to unravel its wicked threads. And lastly, in courtroom drama worthy of sci-fi, a deepfake brought the deceased back to the stand. Who knew impact statements could get so... posthumously personal? Stay tuned, folks.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.

12 Touko 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Today’s episode stirs up a tech thriller concoction for all cyber enthusiasts and experts. First, Google finds itself in a $1.375 billion bind with Texas for a little too much data hoarding, reminding us that in Texas, even the lawsuits are gigantic! Who would’ve thought, Big Brother wouldn't see its own downfall? Next up, we delve into a coding heist where 3,200 Cursor users' data decided it wanted a dramatic escape, courtesy of some dubious npm packages. Looks like those digital Mona Lisas were way too captivating—not just for art lovers, but for cyber thieves making a backstage pass to precious login details. Over in the realm of double-crossing tech, Kickidler’s employee monitoring software got recruited by ransomware villains. Businesses thought they were surveilling slackers, but it turns out their tools joined the enemy camp. Talk about technology going rogue! Meanwhile, keep calm and spend on in India! Rumors of a Pakistani cyber attack threatening ATMs turned out to be as real as flying unicorns, proving that viral rumors sometimes have no bite. Finally, the mischievous Noodlophile malware frolics in our systems, proving that even our digital noodles can sometimes have a sinister flavor. Consider this your reminder: always check for unwanted guests in your downloads. Stay tuned to Hacked dAily for more cyber espionage and tech shenanigans!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.

11 Touko 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast where we deliver your daily dose of digital drama with a side of humor and sarcasm. Think of us as your tech-savvy friend who’s had a few too many espressos and is ready to spill the cybersecurity tea. Today, we're witnessing the latest digital heist with GlobalX Airlines, where hackers have treated flight manifests like freebies at a carnival. They even left a note for "Donnie" Trump—because apparently, political commentary comes free with every data breach this season. Meanwhile, Lampion is staging a grand return targeting the elite of Portuguese sectors. It's more of a cyber Cirque du Soleil, only without the applause and high ticket prices. In the realm of unnecessary software updates, we have OtterCookie v4, which now sniffs out Chrome and MetaMask credentials like it's on a gourmet diet. Thank we guess, for making cookies hazardous to our digital health? In other news, the DOGE-Trolling ransomware gang is back with a cool, calm, and completely bonkers $1 trillion ransom—perfect for those who always ask "what’s the most I can aim for?" And finally, AI is now the pet kitten of IT, with the potential to turn adorable chaos into catastrophic company-wide crises. Secure your digital sphinxes before they're unleashed! Tune in tomorrow for more tales from the digital crypt. Stay cyber-safe!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 Touko 3min