14-Nov-2025: Microsoft Enhances Teams Security, Google Takes On Scammers, UK Economy Slight Growth

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the podcast that serves your daily dose of cybersecurity news with a side of sarcasm and a sprinkle of humor—because why should hackers have all the fun? First up, cybercriminals are trying their hand at travel planning—except they’re the ones traveling straight into your wallet. Booking.com users are the latest victims, showing us vacations now come with unexpected charges and, unfortunately, no sea view. In other shocking developments, DragonForce has rebranded itself as a cartel, because regular crime groups just aren't fancy enough these days. With an "affiliates-first" business model, they’re giving away a generous 80% cut to their cohort, proving there's no ‘I’ in team but there may be in crime. Meanwhile, cyberattacks have decided the UK's water systems are parched for drama. No actual floods, just paperwork crises, but hey, at least our drinking water is all show and no spill—thanks to newly minted cybersecurity regs. Flip to the tech world, and Cl0p ransomware picks off Swiss must-have gadgets, proving your keyboard might just betray you before your deadline does. Finally, the news you already saw coming: AI is moonlighting for hackers. If Skynet hasn't called you yet, it's because your smart fridge is screening your calls. Tune in daily to navigate the electrifying chaos of cybersecurity with some laughs along the way! 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.

7 Nov 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber! Get ready for your daily dose of cyber mishaps, zany exploits, and hey, maybe even a chuckle or two—because if you don’t laugh, you may just cry into your keyboard. Today, we explore how a majority of AWS cloud breaches are not grand acts of espionage but rather happy little accidents of misconfigurations and credentials missteps. Proof that when it comes to data security, sometimes we are our own worst enemies. Handy tip: Once you remember your password, maybe also remember to close the door behind you. Next, brace yourself techies, as React Native reveals vulnerabilities scarier than your last production bug. Hackers might as well be handing out invitations to your system’s backdoor party—hoodies mandatory. It’s a coder’s nightmare come true, with IT teams racing to save the day. Over at Nikkei, cyber thieves snatched personal data and 17,000 Slack messages, proving yet again that digital eavesdropping is the new norm. And in a twist that even Kafka would envy, Apache OpenOffice sidesteps the drama, effectively saying "not today, hackers" after a failed ransomware ploy. Closing on a high-note of irony, our spotlight's on Claude Desktop Extensions with classic prompt injection plots—cue theme music for the cybersecurity sitcom of the year. Stay tuned and stay secure, folks! 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.

6 Nov 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily—the FIRST AI-driven cybersecurity podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Join us every day as we navigate the digital world with a wink, a nudge, and a heavy dose of cyber irony. Today's episode kicks off with some unexpected tech bonding—Google and Apple team up, with Google's AI, Big Sleep, helping Safari avoid a nightmare with five WebKit vulnerabilities. Apple swiftly patched things up, ensuring Safari doesn't crash-land into a memory mishap. We always knew they secretly liked each other. Next, we dive into AMD’s Zen 5 processers, which came with an unplanned gremlin visit. But fret not, a fix is coming soon, so Zen 5 owners might want to keep their meditation apps handy just a little while longer. In a plot twist far scarier than any sci-fi flick, Uncle Sam wants to bag your DNA and iris scans for its collection. Suddenly, Big Brother's bookshelf seems a lot more personal. In other news, the hacking world's version of The Avengers is forming with Scattered Spider, ShinyHunters, and LAPSUS$ teaming up. Expect cybersecurity pros to wake up in cold sweats dreaming of simpler issues. Finally, OpenAI plants a hearty $38 billion smooch on Amazon to boost ChatGPT's evolution. Prepare for the day your smart devices can finally host their own comedy nights. Stay tuned, stay secure, and stay sarcastic! 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.

5 Nov 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we serve your daily dose of cyber mayhem with a side of wit, because who says cybersecurity can't have a sense of humor? Today's episode kicks off with Microsoft's unveiling of the "SesameOp" – a malware escapade where hackers use OpenAI's API as a covert command channel. Apparently, they're auditioning AI for the next big-screen cyber heist. Coming soon to devices near you, but hopefully not yours. Next, we visit MIT Sloan, where their AI ransomware study has been quietly ghosted like an embarrassing high school crush. A researcher called out its accuracy, proving even Ivy League institutions can't avoid the merciless clutches of reality. Meanwhile, meet BankBot-YNRK and DeliveryRAT, the Bonnie and Clyde of Android Trojans, more interested in your bank details than your selfies. Their spree proves that when it comes to digital thievery, there's no such thing as too much information. The Nova ransomware group keeps the intrigue flowing, threatening data leaks from Sweden's University of Gävle and Spain's Castilla, sparking fears the industry's darkest secrets might soon become an open book. Finally, in a case of AI gone wild, cyber bandits are using chatbots to con their way into users’ trust—and data. Let's just say, they're not offering support; they're offering malware gift-wrapped with a friendly AI smile. Stay tuned, stay protected, and always keep a watchful eye on your tech! 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.

4 Nov 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber! Get ready for a rollercoaster of cybersecurity antics, sprinkled with a healthy dose of sarcasm. Today's highlights: First up, rapper MC Mateo finds himself in a robotic twist with an AI-generated video hoax. Is his "Golden Neck" the future of AI-produced hits, or just a laughable glitch? Either way, auto-tuned algorithms might just challenge us for airtime soon. In the battle of brains vs cyber brawn, hackers are relentless with unpatched Cisco equipment, sneaking malware back in like those unwanted houseguests. Cybersecurity pros are patching holes faster than you can say "a firewall!" Speaking of sneaky, Linux rootkits are playing a heck of a game of hide and seek, leaving Elastic Security a bit bewildered. When it comes to staying invisible, hackers make the best magicians—perhaps there's a magic school for them somewhere? Meanwhile, rogue employees at DigitalMint decided to star in their own heist movie, conducting cyber-extortions while negotiating ransom payments. Who knew the coffee break crew had a penchant for piracy? And lastly, OpenAI’s ChatGPT might soon be pitching ads mid-chat. Nothing like an AI recommending spaghetti sauce during your existential crisis. Because clearly, even robots can't resist capitalism's siren call. Catch us tomorrow for more digital dilemmas and technological tomfoolery! 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.

3 Nov 3min

Welcome to another episode of Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we dive into the cyber dark arts with a touch of humor and a dash of sarcasm. Today’s top plot twist comes violently swiping from Europe where NFC relay malware is snatching up credit card data like it's shopping for vintage vinyl. It seems hackers have upgraded from phishing to purse pilfering—hide yo’ wallets! In another corner of mischiefville, nation-state hackers have deployed 'Airstalk' in a suspected supply chain attack, making it evident that hacking camp brought home some dubious souvenirs. While experts are racing against time, let's place bets on the next headline: "Nation held hostage over Wi-Fi demands." Not wanting to miss the comeback trend, CVE-2024-1086, a Jurassic era Linux Kernel flaw, is out of retirement, causing chaos in ransomware style. Let's hope your IT crew isn't too attached to retro vulnerabilities. Over in Oxford County, the race is on to see how many employees' personal data ends up on the dark web’s own version of bargain bin—but hiring an antivirus from Hogwarts might do the trick. Lastly, Google's AI sees your ad allergies and raises you... more ads! Now elegantly camouflaged. Tune in daily for more stories, because in cybersecurity, the drama never stops. 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.

2 Nov 3min

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where we bring you the juiciest tales from the cyber battlefield with a side of wit and warranted paranoia. Today, we're kicking off with Australia's cautionary tale about "BadCandy" malware infiltrating unpatched Cisco devices. It seems these devices threw a party without inviting security updates, and now malware is loving the VIP treatment. Time to pull the plug on this uninvited guest! Next, in the latest edition of tech bloopers, the Eclipse Foundation fumbled by leaking Open VSX Tokens, swiftly reeling them back in like lost socks. Tokens, just like ice cream, aren't better when shared involuntarily. In "Crime Soap Opera Spectacular," Baron Cain Martin, the alleged mastermind of the notoriously blundering gang 764, has been arrested in Arizona, facing a menagerie of 29 charges. Cue the epic battle between law and chaos where fantasy roles get an unexpected twist. For a chuckle-worthy twist, cybercriminals have taken a page out of the Mad Men playbook, running Microsoft Teams ads—only this time, it's to capture victims. Who knew ransomware gangs had such a flair for destructive marketing? Finally, Google's Search AI is on the verge of becoming your all-knowing digital companion. Yet, it might still struggle to help you locate your car keys. Turns out, the future is here, and it's powered by gigabytes and a healthy dose of "Big Google" oversight. Tune in tomorrow for more cyber shenanigans and keep those devices patched! 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.

1 Nov 3min

Get ready for today's dose of cybersecurity chaos with Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast, courtesy of Cytadel Cyber. We've got more drama than a spy thriller! In our leading saga, LinkedIn is speed-running the privacy race, generously giving its users until Monday—because who needs more time—to opt out of their profiles becoming AI's latest meal. It's like trying to dodge a unicorn stampede with just a brisk jog. Next, Docker Compose is offering a thrilling beach day vibe, whether you want it or not, without the tan—or security. This vulnerability is silently crashing your server’s party, but experts recommend patching it faster than you can say SPF 50. Meanwhile, cyber villains are running rampant in AI-powered apps like ChatGPT and WhatsApp. These sneaky intruders are slipping a spyware surprise into our digital chats, so maybe investigate whose "read receipts" have been upgraded to "stealth mode." In a display of bad timing, Akira Ransomware has swept in to liberate 23GB of Apache OpenOffice data. An open-source romance gone rogue? Who knew spreadsheets told such riveting tales! Lastly, OpenAI's Aardvark sniffs out bugs with all the elegance of Sherlock Holmes sans the pipe. Now, it’s in Beta to hunt vulnerabilities and offer human-like coding advice, minus caffeine jitters. Who knew debugging could be so refined? Join us for a daily serving of cybersecurity with just enough spice to keep you coming back! 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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