04-Nov-2025 Cyber Intrigue: Microsoft Uncovers SesameOp, MIT Shelves AI Study, New Trojan Threats

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we serve your daily dose of cyber mayhem with a side of wit, because who says cybersecurity can't have a sense of humor? Today's episode kicks off with Microsoft's unveiling of the "SesameOp" – a malware escapade where hackers use OpenAI's API as a covert command channel. Apparently, they're auditioning AI for the next big-screen cyber heist. Coming soon to devices near you, but hopefully not yours. Next, we visit MIT Sloan, where their AI ransomware study has been quietly ghosted like an embarrassing high school crush. A researcher called out its accuracy, proving even Ivy League institutions can't avoid the merciless clutches of reality. Meanwhile, meet BankBot-YNRK and DeliveryRAT, the Bonnie and Clyde of Android Trojans, more interested in your bank details than your selfies. Their spree proves that when it comes to digital thievery, there's no such thing as too much information. The Nova ransomware group keeps the intrigue flowing, threatening data leaks from Sweden's University of Gävle and Spain's Castilla, sparking fears the industry's darkest secrets might soon become an open book. Finally, in a case of AI gone wild, cyber bandits are using chatbots to con their way into users’ trust—and data. Let's just say, they're not offering support; they're offering malware gift-wrapped with a friendly AI smile. Stay tuned, stay protected, and always keep a watchful eye on your tech! 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.