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Surge in Brazil cyberattacks and digital fraud

22 clusters · 136 sources · last updated

Latest: Financial fraud and cybercrime impact consumers and industries in Brazil

Brazil’s fraud and cyberattack landscape continues to expand. The 2026 Public Security Yearbook confirmed a 429.8% rise in estelionato cases since 2018, with over 2.2 million reports in 2025. While traditional thefts lik

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Italy phishing, physical & SPID fraud – Aug/Sept 2026

45 clusters · 207 sources · last updated

Latest: Tuscany authorities warn of SMS phishing scam targeting motorists

The Italian crackdown on digital and physical fraud continued through September 2026, characterized by increasingly sophisticated impersonation of state institutions and targeted attacks on vulnerable populations. A majo

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GTA VI launch, marketing surge and collector's edition विवाद

153 clusters · 1457 sources · last updated

Latest: Rockstar Games unveils $400 GTA 6 collector’s box without the game

Rockstar Games is preparing for the November 19, 2026, release of Grand Theft Auto VI on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series X|S. The campaign has been disrupted by the hacker collective Cybe

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Italy faces surge in diverse fraud and impersonation scams

38 clusters · 278 sources · last updated

Latest: Italy faces surge in online fraud and impersonation scams

By late September 2026, Italy faced a persistent wave of impersonation scams and digital fraud targeting elderly citizens and professionals. Criminals frequently pose as Carabinieri or police officers, contacting victims

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Carbonato malware and AI-driven botnet

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: CARBONATO botnet uses autonomous AI agents for command-and-control

Security researchers have identified a new malware campaign and botnet named Carbonato that targets unprotected Docker hosts. The malware specifically scans for Docker Daemons with their API exposed on port 2375 without

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RatHat Android malware deployment

4 clusters · 29 sources · last updated

Latest: Android malware RatHat uses AI to hijack mobile devices

Security researchers at Zimperium have identified a sophisticated Android Trojan known as RatHat. The malware is distinguished by its integration of generative artificial intelligence, which allows it to interpret screen

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Messaging and browser security vulnerabilities

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Cybersecurity tips for WhatsApp users and home Wi-Fi networks

Researchers and security experts have identified several vulnerabilities affecting messaging platforms and web browsers. Initial findings highlighted flaws in WhatsApp and Signal, where attackers could potentially track

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Recruitment and interview scams targeting jobseekers

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated

Latest: Recruitment scams surge using cloned websites and social media

Jobseekers are being targeted by sophisticated recruitment scams that utilize fake interview processes to deploy malicious software. These fraudulent schemes often begin on platforms like LinkedIn, where fake recruiters

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Phishing and cyber scam escalation

23 clusters · 116 sources · last updated

Latest: UK property services face rising cyberattacks amid low insurance uptake

The cyber-threat landscape continues to evolve through the integration of artificial intelligence and the exploitation of seasonal digital activity. AI-powered phishing has reportedly increased by 341% over a six-month p

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LG smart TV privacy and security investigation

5 clusters · 119 sources · last updated

Latest: LG denies claims that smart TVs continuously record household audio

Security researchers and outlets, including Gamers Nexus and Level1Techs, have accused LG smart TVs—specifically OLED models running the webOS operating system—of extensive data collection and privacy vulnerabilities. Th

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Malicious interview apps targeting job seekers

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated

Latest: Cybercrime wave targets banks and services in Germany and Austria

Cybercriminals are targeting job seekers through fraudulent Android applications designed to install spyware. These malicious APK files, such as “MyInterview”, are presented to applicants under the guise of completing in

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TikTok security and privacy management

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: TikTok privacy and account management features explained

Discussions regarding TikTok have focused on both external security threats and internal privacy management. Initial reports highlighted a rise in sophisticated phishing tactics where cybercriminals use dark web tools

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