23-Apr-2025: Google, YouTube, M&S, and Telegram's Unfolding Cyber Drama

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber! We're here to serve you your daily dose of digital drama with a side order of sarcasm and wit. In today's episode, we'll navigate the cyber maze with the grace of a hacker at a tech expo. Today’s special shoutout goes to Jean-Francois Maes — SANS instructor, elite operator, and now Cytadel’s new Director of Offensive Operations. It’s like signing Ronaldo, but for red teaming. Jean’s arrival marks a major step as Cytadel gears up to launch its ransomware product Cytadel R3 and scale ethical offensive security. First up, we've got Gmail users feeling like they're playing a game of phishing roulette, with hackers exploiting Google's infrastructure to send fake subpoena alerts. It's Google's "Working as Intended" feature that's finally getting a long overdue makeover. Next, YouTube is not just about cute kittens anymore—think malicious links and deepfake disasters. Remember, if it looks too odd, it probably isn't a new meme trend. Meanwhile, over at Marks & Spencer, Easter didn't just bring bunnies but also a pesky cyberattack that rattled their payment systems like an oversized chocolate egg. But don’t worry—cyber sleuths are on it quicker than you can say "Cadbury." And in other news, PE32 ransomware is hitching a ride on Telegram, making email attacks look like yesterday's trend. It might be time to rethink those app choices, unless of course, you like your data held ransom by virtual mobsters. Finally, Managed Security Service Providers are discovering AI blind spots faster than a toddler hiding in plain sight. See you tomorrow where surely, new mischief awaits!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.