14-Feb-2026 AI Cyberattacks Surge, CISA Alerts on SolarWinds, Luxury Brands Fined, Romance Scam Warnings

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber. Today's episode covers high-impact cybersecurity threats and developments. Artificial intelligence is empowering cybercriminals, enhancing the speed and sophistication of their attacks on U.S. sectors like healthcare and finance. This evolution demands AI-driven defenses to maintain resilience. CISA warns of active vulnerability exploitation in SolarWinds, Notepad++, and Microsoft products, stressing the importance of immediate patches to protect data and maintain security integrity. Luxury brands Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Tiffany face a $25 million fine after customer data breaches, prompting increased regulatory oversight and the need for stronger data protection to safeguard customer trust. Dragonforce has breached Yelete Group Inc and Empire Express, leveraging double-extortion tactics. This highlights the relentless threat of ransomware and the need for robust security to protect corporate data. As Valentine's Day nears, romance scams see a sharp rise. AI-enabled schemes evolve, utilizing phishing sites, deepfakes, and fake identities, emphasizing caution in online interactions to avoid financial loss. Stay informed with Hacked dAily for the latest in cybersecurity impact and strategy. 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.