07-Feb-2025: Apple in Malware Scandal, Lazarus Targets Crypto, and OpenAI o3-mini Hacked

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the cutting-edge AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber! Today’s episode is bursting with tales that could rival the juiciest thriller series. Kicking things off, Kaspersky has accused Apple of letting sneaky malware worm its way into the App Store. It's just another reason to think twice before snapping those foodie pics, unless you’re comfortable with hackers criticizing your plating style. Meanwhile, North Korea's Kimsuky group is going old school, swapping ingenious hacking toys for a plainer, more nostalgic RDP approach. It seems even cybercriminals get a little sentimental about simpler times. The infamous Lazarus Group is up to their crypto shenanigans again, with digital pirates trading their spy tools for Bitcoin wallets. It's a digital gold rush, with wallets clutched tighter than coffee cups. Elsewhere, the Medusa ransomware gang pressures Rural Health Services with a digital hostage situation—because who knew that medical records could be so dramatic? And, for the cherry on top, a researcher has cracked OpenAI's o3-mini, proving that no AI fortress is safe from tenacious curiosity. We’re betting OpenAI’s next security feature involves hieroglyphics. Join us as we untangle today's cybersecurity soap opera, keeping you informed with a dash of humor and a hint of sarcasm. Because why should security news be dull?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.