31-May-2025: TikTok Data Drama, Google Phishing Fiesta, UK Defense vs Russian Hackers

Welcome to "Hacked dAily," the FIRST AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we blend drama with a splash of humor in the evolving cyber realm. Ever wanted to binge a cybersecurity soap opera? You're in the right place! In today’s episode, we dive headfirst into the world of cyber espionage, where a daring threat actor claims to hold 428 million TikTok records. Could this be the digital equivalent of a reality TV debut? TikTok isn’t flustered, though—they’re calling the bluff faster than you can say #ForYouPage. Next, we follow the crafty chronicles of our cyber villains who’ve found new havens in Firebase and Google Apps Script for phishing exploits. It seems these masters of disguise swapped their zero-days exploits for zero-conscience mischief; Google, you might want to double-check your hiring roster! We then whisk away to the UK, where Russian hackers tried their luck with the Ministry of Defence, as if auditioning for a spy thriller under the operation "Damascened Peacock." The Brits, however, aren't easily ruffled, dismissing them like last night’s fish and chips. Also on the roster, a ransomware attack sends UK grocery supplies into deep freeze. Will IT save the ice cream before it melts? Lastly, a ransomware masquerade cunningly cloaks itself as ChatGPT. Remember folks, when in doubt, click slow or pay the price! Tune in and transform into your own cybersecurity detective!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.