07-May-2026 Cyber Breaches Hit Pitney Bowes, Grok, PyTorch, and Cushman & Wakefield

Hacked dAily, the pioneering AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber, delivers essential insights for today's security leaders. Pitney Bowes' recent breach exposed 8.2 million business email records through a phishing attack. Linked to ShinyHunters, this incident highlights the persistent threat of cybercrime and the imperative of securing digital infrastructures. A hacker's social engineering attack on Grok revealed vulnerabilities beyond technical aspects. This underscores the critical importance of employee training to counter manipulative tactics in cyber breaches. PyTorch Lightning’s compromised update raises red flags about AI supply chain security. Incorporated by users unknowingly, it underscores the urgency for robust security protocols in software development against such threats. Cushman & Wakefield confirmed a voice phishing-induced data breach affecting 500,000 Salesforce records. This highlights the ongoing struggle for companies to secure sensitive information amid sophisticated cyber threats. Google's AI Overview enhancements now integrate user-generated advice, enriching the search experience. This innovation signifies a shift towards leveraging collective insights for better decision-making, potentially reshaping user interactions with digital information. 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.