05-Dec-2025: Microsoft Patches Flaws, Freedom Mobile Breach, Twin Hackers Hired by US Gov

Welcome to "Hacked dAily," where every cyber twist and tech turn comes with a side of humor and a dash of sarcasm. Today, we journey to the UK, where more than 10% of business leaders worry a cyberattack could be their company's fatal encore—yet half of them have staff who couldn't find a phishing email in a haystack. Meanwhile, the British Government is frantically drafting a Telecommunications Fraud Charter, hoping to catch cybercriminals before they brew chaos like a strong cuppa. In other news, hackers have turned their dark arts on trusty Windows security tools. Using truesight.sys, they’ve convinced TrueSight’s security to unwittingly roll out the red carpet for ransomware in a ploy worthy of an Oscar. This digital betrayal reminds us: always check the guest list. Then, we head to Peru, where virtual bandits are masquerading as loan providers, pocketing credit details with more finesse than a team of professional pickpockets—all without the Robin Hood charm. In a dramatic turn of events, TheGentlemen ransomware reminds Sincere Corporation that "honesty might be the best policy," but it's useless when the ransom is due. Finally, AI agents race ahead in business circles, leaving safety protocols wondering why they weren’t invited. Tune in tomorrow—Cybersecurity never rests! 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.

22 Jan 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the First AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber. Brace yourself for a thrilling ride through the latest in cyber escapades, served with a garnish of humor, a dash of sarcasm, and just a pinch of suspense to keep those professional minds engaged! Today, we dive into Apple’s confidential shuffle as hackers target their supply chain partners at Luxshare—seems like someone's playing a high-stakes game of cyber hide and seek. Meanwhile, Microsoft kicks off the year with their January Patch Tuesday, patching up a whopping 113 CVEs—talk about a New Year’s resolution to keep tech support hopping! Cloudflare's at it too, swiftly closing a vulnerability in their Web Application Firewall. This one was as inviting as a "Hackers Welcome" sign, but Cloudflare's put that party on ice. We also uncover Everest Ransomware Group's spicy hacking of McDonald's India—looks like someone's crafted a new recipe for their "secret sauce!" And finally, Microsoft's PyRIT takes on AI in a digital slugfest, proving that in today's world, even algorithms need some love. So, pull up a chair, grab some popcorn, and lend us your ears for today’s techie tales from the cyber frontier. Tune in daily for your dose of hacking hilarity and cyber calamity! 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.

21 Jan 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast, where we serve up the latest cyber shenanigans with a side of sarcasm! Brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, we're here to keep you engaged and informed – professionally, of course. Today's top stories are proof that tech giants and world leaders alike can have their 'oops' moments. First, even Google couldn't keep their calendar straight as Gemini exposed private data through sneaky invites. A friendly reminder that curiosity might not just kill the cat, but also your calendar privacy. Meanwhile, the UK's Prime Minister is thinking of soaking up WiFi waves by banning social media for kids. Great news for board game sales, bad news for TikTok dancers. It’s all to tackle cyberbullying, but can we really picture kids with books over screens? In a twist straight from a hacker novel, researchers nabbed a hacker network by exploiting a DNS oversight, inadvertently becoming cyber detectives. Who knew cybercrime could backfire in such an embarrassingly hilarious way? And finally, the cyber heist of the century sees Qilin ransomware group snatching up data from the likes of Vietnam Airlines. Brace yourself for another blockbuster hit! Tune in daily as we delve into the glamorous, sometimes ridiculous world of cybersecurity. Because in the digital realm, staying informed is the only way to keep the chaos at bay—mostly. 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.

20 Jan 3min

Join us on Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we bring you the juicy bits of digital drama with a side of sarcasm, and promise to keep you entertained while you dodge the latest cyber pitfalls. Today's top story features the one, the only—Elon Musk—who seems to have decided that a legal tango with OpenAI, his old flame, is just what his week needed. California joins the fray, throwing some legal-loving at xAI because one battle clearly wasn't enough for Musk. Next, we delve into GootLoader's creativity with concatenated ZIP archives—think origami but digital, and far more annoying. This malware gem has cybersecurity pros reaching for aspirin and organizations brushing up on their PowerShell skills. In our third story, we explore why you shouldn't feel flattered by unexpected shipping emails—unless you're keen to invite the Remcos Trojan in for tea. Those fake documents are about as genuine as a three-dollar bill, so hit that delete key with gusto. Meanwhile, Pass'Sport wins gold in the cyber oops championship with over 6 million breached accounts. Let's hope they play defense better on the field. To cap off today, we ponder Google's decision to let you disable its scam-spotting AI in Chrome. Because who wouldn't want to brush up on their scam-spotting skills while sipping their morning coffee? Join us for more! 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.

19 Jan 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where your data worries get a humorous twist. Today, Google is reaching into its $8.25 million piggy bank to say, "Oops, our bad," after allegedly tracking data from kids. Maybe next time they'll offer a complimentary bag of expensive Pop-Tarts instead? Moving on, a Tennessee guy decided the Supreme Court's cyber firewalls needed a bit of excitement, hacking their filing system as if auditioning for Mr. Robot. His new skill set includes both hacking and humility—he’s one to skip on the judicial Christmas card list. Next up, cybercriminals with a penchant for nostalgia have turned Chrome extensions into tools for stealing HR credentials. Because who wouldn’t want to harken back to the golden age of malware? Remember to double-check those browser extensions, because your HR info might just be the latest treasure. Meanwhile, the DragonForce ransomware group flexed their muscles, filching a colossal 420 GB of data from two businesses. While JR Advertising and NWIMS IT are left pondering their privacy, DragonForce seems to thrive on this digital-age heist. And finally, in the world of virtual irony, OpenAI assures us that ChatGPT’s wisdom won’t falter despite the onset of ads. Because, of course, AI is famously indifferent to commercial influence. Listen in and stay secure until tomorrow's dose of digital drama! 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.

18 Jan 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily—the ONLY AI-driven cybersecurity podcast that blends cutting-edge news with just enough humor to make you forget you’re listening to a pile of gloom and doom. Brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, we serve your daily dose of cyber news with a side of sarcasm. First up, the international game of "catch me if you dare" continues as the infamous Black Basta boss lands on Interpol's "Red Notice." Perhaps their resume just needed a world tour, but authorities are stopping this would-be globetrotter in their digital tracks. Meanwhile, Grubhub found themselves in a spicy situation, serving up a data breach that nobody ordered. With customers now worried their info might be the special on the dark web, Grubhub is in the kitchen scrambling to secure the recipe for peace of mind. In an arrest worthy of prime-time TV, Dutch police nabbed an alleged AVCheck operator—making it clear that while crime might pay, it doesn’t pay enough to dodge the long arm of law and order. Not to be outdone, the Genesis ransomware group sends Upper Township, NJ, and the UK's Dedman Gray spinning, stealing enough data to make even the NSA blush. And, wrapping up with a fresh serving of ironic naivety, a survey reveals small business owners are overly confident in their ability to detect AI scams. Let’s just hope they don’t end up swiping right on a nefarious chatbot! Join us daily for your cybersecurity reality check, with extra garnish! 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.

17 Jan 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your new first stop for all things cybersecurity, served with a side of wit and a sprinkle of sarcasm! Today's lineup reads like a tech soap opera with less heartbreak but no shortage of digital drama. First, we have Amazon Web Services' little hiccup with AWS CodeBuild that left some GitHub repositories a bit too open for comfort. Someone’s innovative misstep turned into free VIP passes for cyber gremlins. Next, Anthropic's 'Claude Code' bug took an unsuspecting tour around their engineering department faster than a good office rumor. Remember, kids, ignoring bugs doesn’t make them less real! Onto the soundwaves, the 'WhisperPair' flaw in Bluetooth is certainly a tune no one needed. Turns out, your secret sing-along sessions might have a wider audience than expected—namely, a few sneaky hackers mixing their own beats. In our chaotic medley, Belgian hospital AZ Monica experienced an unexpected intermission courtesy of a ransomware attack. It seems cyber villains decided hospital IT systems were the true treasure troves, not the secrets of the universe, despite popular belief. Finally, even those plucky Aussies are feeling outsmarted by AI-generated images. Believe it when I say that catching scam images is now tougher than wrangling a croc on a Monday morning. Join us every day as we poke fun at cybersecurity's misadventures and navigate the digital realm, one headline at a time. Don't miss out! 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.

16 Jan 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your not-so-basic AI-driven cybersecurity podcast, brought to you by the geeks at Cytadel Cyber. Today's episode is packed with tales of heroism, mischief, and downright tech-savvy stubbornness. First up, Microsoft went all vigilante, shutting down RedVDS, where cybercriminals were living their best virtual lives until the landlord decided enough was enough. Imagine criminals using Microsoft, only to be shown the exit by the very same! Talk about biting the binary hand that feeds you. Meanwhile, over in Alaska, the Anchorage police department had to sprint for the plug after a "cyber incident" courtesy of a sneaky third-party software upgrade. Could this be a new genre for Alaska reality TV—Cyber Cops, anyone? Next, Microsoft’s AI-powered Copilot was caught snoozing at the wheel, with hackers making away with data like seasoned conjurers. Perhaps it's time for Copilot to get a little AI sidekick who can whisper, "stay in your lane." Speaking of innovation, the DeadLock Ransomware Group decided plain-old Bitcoin was so last season and dabbled in demanding ransom via Polygon smart contracts. Dripping with tech-savvy flair, or just trying to sound cooler at hacker conventions? Finally, advocacy groups are asking tech giants to de-list Grok’s X. Seems like someone finally decided that nonconsensual deepfakes aren't the new selfie—who would've thought? Stay safe, stay secure, and catch you tomorrow for another cyber-adventure! 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.

15 Jan 3min