01-Sep-2025: META Banks Battle Frauds, IRIS Unveils DOPPEL, and 5G Cyber Threats Rise

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your not-so-average cybersecurity podcast where humor meets hard-hitting cyber updates, courtesy of Cytadel Cyber. Buckle up as we dive into today's lineup of hacker high jinks and cyber defense wizardry with a dash of sarcasm. First up, Apple once again finds itself in a familiar bind with fresh zero-day vulnerabilities. Apparently, keeping a lid on details is Apple's favorite hobby, making users ponder if device restarts are cutting-edge cyber defense. Next, cybercrooks have donned sommelier hats, luring European diplomats with fake wine tastings. Spoiler: It's malware at the bottom of that glass, not a classy vintage. Diplomats, check your inboxes for suspiciously delicious invites! Moving to the US, text scams have become the new snack food—ubiquitous and costly. With citizens losing $470 million to scams involving phony packages, dream jobs with upfront 'paychecks,' and charming strangers, staying cautious is key unless you enjoy unintended bank account calorie burn. Meanwhile, zero-trust network protocols are the new garlic necklaces, warding off AI-driven ransomware. Combining classic security with modern flair, it's a strategy worth embracing, sans mystical chants. Finally, Microsoft swoops in like a digital caped crusader, halting $4 billion in fraud attempts. Remember, no evil plot can outrun a system update. Stay tuned, stay informed, and stay entertained with Hacked dAily. Who said cybersecurity couldn't be fun?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 Apr 3min

In today's episode of Hacked dAily, we delve into the digital chaos sweeping across the cyber world. First up, we take a wild ride into the world of 4chan, recently rocked by a hack that exposed moderator details. Who knew their security was about as sturdy as a house of cards on a windy day? Then, we meet CrazyHunter, the new kid causing chaos among Taiwan's vital infrastructure. Using GitHub tools like a child in a candy store, they've managed to finesse their way past security defenses, leaving everyone with a ".Hunter" surprise. Maybe they're just misunderstood artists looking for their next masterpiece? Meanwhile, across the digital jungle, Mustang Panda has turned espionage into an elegant dance with Myanmar as their stage. They've dusted off the old TONESHELL malware and paired it with uncanny infiltration skills. Because nothing says “unforgettable evening” like a well-orchestrated cyber-espionage operation. In other news, someone called for digital piracy and found stolen AWS keys targeting S3 buckets. It's like Black Friday for hackers, rummaging through cloud warehouses as Amazon stands firm insisting their keys aren’t the culprits here. And finally, in a head-scratching twist, cybercriminals are masking their malware as beloved software, turning the innocent into a high-tech Shakespearean tragedy. Beware the AI sirens’ song, folks—check the software legitimacy before jumping into the creative whirlpool. Stay safe, stay savvy, and keep your zeros and ones in a secure place. Because in our line of work, trust is just another vulnerability waiting to be exploited.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 Apr 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, where we cut through the noise with wit as sharp as our data breaches. In today's cyber saga, "Scammers Get Crafty" presents a brand new phishing attack that couldn't resist the pull of job seekers' desperation. Promising jobs with Meta and WhatsApp, these scammers redefine "dream job" to include "nightmare inbox." We're wondering if the next plot twist is a job offering a corner office in cyberspace. In a plot lifted from Cyber Blunder Theater, a loose Logezy database spills UK health workers' personal data like confetti at a data breach parade—less festive, more "whoopsie daisy!" Meanwhile, email tricksters are dusting off the age-old "We've got your scandalous videos" trick—spoilers: they don't. For those scared, take a deep breath, update your passwords, and remember your webcam is your friend, not foe. In other plagues... I mean, news: Ransomware attackers are cozying up to a zero-day flaw in Windows in hopes to paint the world into a corner with their latest tool, PipeMagic. Finally, AI isn't just matching humans in chess; it's helping hackers script the next big phishing hits. If only it came with an apology patch for every alarm we ignore. Tune in tomorrow for more security shenanigans with less hassle than a scammer's promise!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 Apr 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where every headline sounds like a sci-fi episode gone rogue! Today, we're tickling your tech-savvy fancies with a crossword of chaos and humor in the cyber realm. First up, North Korea’s cryptic conjurers are turning LinkedIn into a minefield of deceptive malware masquerading as job offers. Your next connection could be more "agent" than ally! Next, blockchain, quantum, and IoT heavyweights are forming an Avengers-style alliance to thwart quantum threats against satellites. We’ll keep an eye out for Dr. Quantum Evil and his fictitious takeover. Meanwhile, casting calls for the next Bond villain continue, with the EU distributing burner devices to its America-bound staff. Could this be the latest in European espionage fashion or simply a precaution against NSA nostalgia? In other bizarre twists, DaVita taps dance under ransomware's spotlight in "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire - Hostage Edition." But don't panic, patient care remains seamless as they juggle cybersecurity antics with healthcare heroics. Finally, the AI that brought you “slopsquatting”—sometimes code isn't meant to be smart, just a little mischievously mad. Is it AI's version of a practical joke, or has it simply discovered a secret fondness for chaos creation? Tune in daily for more absurd but strangely true tales on Hacked dAily. Who knew cybersecurity news could be this entertaining?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 Apr 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, where we mix cybersecurity with just the right dash of humor! It's a daily rollercoaster, so buckle up—this is where tech meets fun! In today's dazzling episode, we begin with the techie opera happening at Silicon Valley crosswalks. Those buttons now feature the voices of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, adding a sprinkle of Silicon humor to your street-crossing ritual. We can only hope these buttons know the difference between a crosswalk and the metaverse! Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, Meta is back at its favorite game, training AI with your past Facebook glories. If ever you wanted your party photos critiqued by a machine, congratulations—you're living in it. But don't worry, it's all under the watchful eye of European regulators. Comforted, yet? The plot thickens with the debut of the 'Resolver' malware, the latest villain in our ongoing cybersecurity saga. This sneaky RAT may not be after cheese, but it's definitely after your data. In other news, "DOGE Big Balls" ransomware had an exciting but false twist linking a tech engineer to its antics—because real professionals obviously moonlight in cartoon-sounding crime capers. And finally, hackers have upped the game by using AI to mimic tax professionals. Because when electronic mischief is the name of the game, why aim low when you can fool the IRS? Join us daily on Hacked dAily, where cybersecurity news is served with a side of 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.

15 Apr 3min

Join us on Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast crafted by Cytadel Cyber, where we trudge through the latest cyber escapades with humor and just a sprinkle of sarcasm to keep you on your toes. Today, we dive headfirst into a hacker's bonanza at Laboratory Services Cooperative, where 1.6 million individuals had their personal and medical info exposed – talk about not-so-private health plans! Next, we tackle cybercriminals who are treating packed inboxes like their personal playground. Black Basta is using email bombing to cloak sinister plots, proving once again that if you inundate someone with enough spam, they might just overlook the trojan horse in the room! Oh, and don't miss the dazzling saga of Doppelganger, upstaging their infrastructure by plundering LSASS. It's like cybercrime as a reality series – if it wasn't so real. Over in the fast lane, Medusa ransomware claims to have turned NASCAR's digital track into their very own heist mission. Could the Daytona 500 have some uninvited digital pit crew? Finally, we explore the wizardry of deepfakes, where a clever heist reels in a jaw-dropping $25 million. Sometimes folks, if it sounds too perfect over the phone, it was made in a deepfake studio. Buckle up for an insightful ride – we promise, no spam allowed!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.

14 Apr 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the charmingly sarcastic podcast aimed at giving you your daily fix of cybersecurity news with an AI spin, brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Let's dive into today's digital drama: Our first story has the Tycoon2FA phishing kit pulling a Houdini, evading Microsoft 365 with the grace of a phantom. It's almost like these cyber tricksters are trying to make Bill Gates regret dropping out of Harvard all over again. In other news, South Korea's telecom titan SK.com has found itself on the wrong end of a Qilin hack. As customer data gets toyed with like a virtual beach ball, you can't help but wonder if these hackers missed their calling as data consultants. Meanwhile, hackers are planning a "Mission Possible" by 2025, aiming to bypass Windows Defender with ease, as if the antivirus took an extended coffee break. Might be time to rethink "password123" as your digital doorman. Also clawing back for attention, the re-branded HelloKitty ransomware—yes, that mischief-maker—returns to scratch up corporate data couches. Businesses, you've been warned! Lastly, in a plot twist Sci-Fi fans will love, AI's generating make-believe code dependencies. Developers might soon find themselves playing detective in this tech-twisting "Twilight Zone." Stay tuned, and remember, in the world of cybersecurity, no good code goes unpunished!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.

13 Apr 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast that's here to keep you afloat in the choppy waters of the cyber-ocean. Think of us as your daily lifeboat, except with more sarcasm and fewer life jackets. Today's lineup is filled with more drama than a TV soap opera. First, IKEA's Eastern European operator took a hit with a ransomware attack costing them $23 million. Perhaps it’s time they used those Allen keys to bolt down their cybersecurity. Maybe they could "flatpack" their new IT strategies for everyone else. Over at Amazon, cybercriminals are treating EC2 instances like an all-you-can-eat data buffet. It's like they’re trying to become the Amazon Prime’s of the hacker world. Hopefully, Amazon swats these bugs faster than they deliver next-day. Meanwhile, Sensata is caught in a ransomware riddle worthy of a prime-time detective series, trying to untangle encrypted devices and missing files. Elsewhere, RansomHouse cyber-villains masquerading as heroes swiped 2TB of data from South Africa’s Cell C. They claim it’s all for a noble cause, but their ransom note says otherwise. Finally, shake-ups in e-commerce land as a founder faces fraud charges for a fantasy AI scheme. Turns out, their "intelligence" was as real as a unicorn with a knack for crypto. Stay tuned for more cybersecurity capers tomorrow 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.

12 Apr 3min