09-Jan-2025: PayPal and Gravy Breaches, Microsoft Battles AI Hackers, Cybersecurity Warnings

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your go-to source for the latest in cybersecurity news, powered by Cytadel Cyber! We're diving into today's top stories to keep you informed and secure. First up, a clever phishing scam is capturing PayPal users off guard. Attackers are sending emails from genuine-looking PayPal addresses, tricking recipients into sharing personal information. Stay alert, check email authenticity, and refrain from clicking dubious links. Next, Gravy Analytics is scrambling after a potential data breach. Millions of users' location data may have been exposed, potentially endangering privacy. This breach highlights the critical importance of data security and regulatory compliance. Meanwhile, scams targeting individuals with fake bank and government officials are escalating. These fraudsters persuade victims to install remote access apps to steal OTPs, compromising bank accounts. Authorities urge you to protect your personal information. In healthcare news, Virtual Private Network Solutions has entered a settlement with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services following their ninth ransomware-related probe. This underlines the persistent cybersecurity challenges in healthcare, requiring strict adherence to the HIPAA Security Rule. Lastly, Microsoft is cracking down on foreign cybercriminals accused of exploiting their Azure OpenAI services. By suing these actors for breaching multiple laws, Microsoft aims to dismantle their networks and halt harmful AI content. Stay tuned tomorrow for more updates on Hacked dAily!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.