04-Jun-2025: Microsoft & Google Unify Hacker Naming; The North Face Breach & Crocodilus Trojan Threat

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your go-to source for the quirkiest cyber landscape updates, powered by AI-wizardry from Cytadel Cyber. Let us delight your auditory senses with our latest tidbits from the digital frontier! Today, we're ruffling a few feathers as we dive into the Everest Ransomware Group's daring heist of 1.5 million Dublin Airport passenger records. Who knew passenger info could be the hottest duty-free item this season? Join us as we sift through this bout of digital turbulence. In other news, there’s a fresh benchmark in the AI scene trying to teach LLM agents some good manners. Enter the "b3" benchmark, ensuring our digital assistants don’t aspire to Skynet-level fame. Spoiler: No robot uprising today! Meanwhile, tech geniuses have been busy turning Trusted Execution Environments into pretend shield-bubbles with DDR5 eavesdropping. Who needs a safe cracker when you have good ol' memory bus whispers? As the plot thickens, the daredevil Beast ransomware gang continues its grand tour utilizing SMB ports like their personal cruise liner. What's next on this bandit's bucket list—Broadway? Finally, in a tale worthy of its own movie, Cameo slaps OpenAI with a lawsuit over its virtual character's star-impersonating antics. We can sense the dramatic courtroom sequel already brewing. Tune in to Hacked dAily for your professional yet entertaining stroll through the ever-bizarre, always-enigmatic tech world! 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.

30 Okt 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast, brought to you by the pragmatic minds at Cytadel Cyber. Prepare for a rollercoaster of tech news with a side of sarcasm and a sprinkle of humor—as long as the bots don't judge. Today, we've got Microsoft dodging lawsuits like their inbox is cycling through junk mail filters. They've allegedly mastered the art of subscription sneakiness with a lawsuit accusing them of pulling a Houdini on millions of users, proving once and for all, even digital wizards can have tricks go awry. Next up, Python takes the moral high ground worthy of a caped crusader, rejecting a $1.5 million government grant. Perhaps they feared a plot twist turning their code into a crime-fighting caper written by Hollywood's finest. A lesson in virtue, apparently not everything comes with a price tag. Meanwhile, Clearview AI seems to be racking up GDPR fines like they're going out of style, setting new records in the EU's frustratingly expensive game of "catch me if you can." One wonders if their PR strategy is simply personal bests in denial. On the misadventure menu, River City Eye Care inadvertently finds themselves in a digital spectacle over revealing more patient data than initially claimed. Honesty, it seems, is best served clearer than a pirate's eyepatch. Lastly, in Baltimore, a teen finds his Doritos mistaken for a weapon. AI may need a manual next time—because let’s agree, crunchy snacks are hardly the new frontier of danger. So plug in for today's dose of disbelief and cybersecurity snark, and may your firewall be strong and your coffee stronger! 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.

29 Okt 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we dare to dance with digital disasters, daily. Today, Europol's having a hotline bling panic attack over caller ID spoofing. Seems like the virtual pranksters are making your contact list feel more like a roulette of mystery callers. Guess your mom’s calls really are for a good reason this time. Next up, Discord's getting a not-so-great cereal upgrade with the RedTiger infostealer. Hackers are living it up like they're at a disguise party, leaving users in a lurch wondering, "Who even am I talking to?" Then, it’s "HyperRat's" moment in the spotlight—an Android malware that's redefining privacy invasion, offering cybercriminals an espionage all-in-one kit. For us mere mortals, though, it’s less glitz and glam, more grit and panic. In other headlines, the Qilin ransomware gang's prolific output has reached literary levels. They've made data kidnapping a monthly subscription service—who needs Netflix, right? Lastly, in a move that surely had OpenAI's digital wizards grumbling into their algorithms, creative geniuses have bypassed Atlas by disguising prompts as URLs. Maybe Hogwarts needs a cybersecurity course? So, buckle up—it's a hacking rollercoaster and not the fun amusement park kind. Join us, but maybe hold off on that strange phone call. 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.

28 Okt 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your first-stop for all things cybersecurity with a splash of humor and a dash of sarcasm! Dive into the murky depths of the digital ocean as we explore how the notorious "Mermaid" hacker group went toe-to-trident with Microsoft's 365 Copilot, causing quite the stir with their sub-aquatic data breaches. Over at Dublin Airport, James Bond might want to consider a change in career after Everest Ransomware made off with 1.5 million passenger records—proving once again that digital heists can be just as thrilling as those on the big screen. Meanwhile, SideWinder is up to their usual digital espionage antics, turning a casual mouse click into a game of international intrigue. It's like getting a surprise subscription to Spyware Monthly, but thankfully, cyber sleuths are already on the case, proving they can outclick the clickers. In the world of operating system espionage, Agenda ransomware is performing a captivating balancing act between Windows and Linux, making off with Veeam credentials like a digital Houdini. And in a surprising twist, YouTube is stepping up its game with a new AI tool to protect creators from deepfakes, ensuring your digital twin doesn’t upstage you too much. Join us for a cybersecurity romp that promises to keep you informed and entertained, every single day! 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.

27 Okt 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast where we dive headfirst into the digital wild west and emerge (mostly) unscathed. Brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, we're here to slice through the clutter and serve you the freshest cyber news with a side of wit and sarcasm—call it our special seasoning for professional audiences. Today, we're astonished by Google's superhero-like takedown of 3,000 malware-laden YouTube videos. Turns out, enticing folks with cracked software isn't rocket science, but Google was quick to say, "Not today, malware!" Moving on, the "CoPhish" cyber bandits are fishing for OAuth tokens using Copilot Studio agents—because why not have your phisher sound like a friendly developer? Just don't be too charmed by that unwarranted compliment on your code. HP, in an admirable aim for improvement, paused their software update after it crashed users' abilities to authenticate with Microsoft Entra ID—because who doesn’t love unexpected digital roadblocks? Seriously, though, their timing couldn’t have been more hilariously off. Meanwhile, Medusa ransomware group dropped 834 GB of Comcast's private data online after negotiations fell through—guess the hackers missed the memo about basic decency. Lastly, the Shadow Escape 0-Click threat is giving our AI assistants performance anxiety, putting trillions of records at risk. Perhaps our AIs can start practicing their "privacy poker face." Tune in tomorrow for more digital drama and remember, stay suspicious! 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.

26 Okt 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the ultimate AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber—where your morning brew isn’t complete without a sip of digital drama and a sprinkle of sarcasm. In today’s episode, we unravel the quirkiest cyber capers fresh off the info highway. First up, Microsoft's got us all under digital house arrest by disabling downloaded file previews to stay clear of NTLM hash leaks. Because, honestly, who needs previews when you can imagine them, right? Next, we dive headfirst into the enigmatic Ghost Network. 3,000 YouTube videos lead viewers into malware mayhem, redefining "clickbait" with an unexpected twist—no teatime included. LastPass users, brace yourselves! Some cyber tricksters have gone full detective fiction, posing as the Grim Reaper to pluck passwords from your digital afterlife vaults. Remember, locking your passwords securely could save you from a real-life horror story! In a heist worthy of a cyber Oscar, the Everest Ransomware Group has reportedly filched 576,000 records from AT&T's Careers division. Who knew that diversifying portfolios could mean swiping professional dream data and, perhaps, some Candy Crush scores? Finally, as Large Language Models prepare their jailbreak escapades, researchers race to secure these digital Houdinis. It's a cat-and-mouse game of epic tech proportions, promising thrills for tech horror aficionados everywhere. Tune in daily for your cybersecurity scoop with a side of snark 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.

25 Okt 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber! Tune in for the latest cyber dramas peppered with humor and a healthy dose of sarcastic charm. Today’s headlines delve into the holiday season’s not-so-jolly cyber ploys. First up, hackers put the “bah humbug” in Christmas by infiltrating cloud systems in the whimsical “Jingle Thief” heist, making gift cards as useful as a lump of coal. Meanwhile, TP-Link VPN routers have opened the floodgates for personal data drama worthy of its own reality TV show—full access pass included. On a lighter note, Toys "R" Us Canada might not have the hottest holiday deals, but they’ve sure got the data breach drama covered—hackers, this time, are taking more than just toy trains and Barbie dolls. Get ready to play detective as your personal info plays hide and seek with cybercriminals. Elsewhere, Octapharma Plasma untangles themselves from a ransomware web with a $2.55 million settlement, proving that sometimes paying the price is better than starring in a cyber disaster series. Closing out the digital escapades, Atlas and Comet lead us into the twilight zone of AI sidebars running amok—because nothing says “fun” like a surprise rabbit hole. Stay cyber-safe out there, folks! Tune in tomorrow for another rollercoaster through today’s tech headlines. 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.

24 Okt 3min

Get ready for today's tech tango on Hacked dAily, your go-to AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Join us as we dive into the bizarre and ever-entertaining world of cybersecurity. First, we have Meta working their magic with anti-scam tools on WhatsApp and Messenger. Yes, they're playing digital whack-a-mole with fraudsters hoping to outsmart these scam artists, but who knows, maybe those free cruise offers will finally stop clogging our inboxes. Next up, more drama than your favorite soap opera! Over 250 Magento stores were caught in a digital slumber. Hackers found their way in through a new Adobe Commerce flaw – because, why knock when you can just walk right in? Then there's the mysterious PassiveNeuron, the latest villain in our endless cyber-whack-a-mole saga. Cyber defenders have discovered this new threat—armed with tools like Neursite and NeuralExecutor, names that sound suspiciously like they belong in an 80s sci-fi flick. Also, making a splash in dark web forums, Monolock ransomware is up for grabs. It's on sale like the less desirable sibling of a new iPhone, offering discounts for early ransom payers. Nothing screams savings like a bargain on your own encrypted data! Lastly, enjoy a final twist as phishing scams use your favorite apps to reel in victims. Remember: downloading isn’t the same as dining, and sometimes it’s best to just leave that bait untouched. Tune in tomorrow for your daily dose of cybersecurity, with a side of sarcasm and wit! 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.

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