The post office dodged a fine for a data breach impacting over 500 wrongfully convicted workers, earning a mere slap on the wrist from the ICO. Critics argue this leniency sends the wrong message, suggesting public agencies might escape unscathed after data breaches, leaving cybersecurity experts calling for stronger protocols.

UK government security experts urge businesses to prioritize supply chain security with a new playbook. The Cyber Essentials scheme, combined with the Supplier Check tool, offers a robust assurance mechanism. Yet, despite its benefits, Cyber Essentials uptake remains low, with awareness sinking to just 12%—almost as elusive as a good parking spot in London.

Operation MoneyMount-ISO is hitting Russian finance and accounting sectors with phishing emails that deliver the Phantom Stealer malware through malicious ISO images. The campaign uses a fake payment confirmation to lure victims. This sneaky operation is like a digital heist, but with fewer ski masks and more virtual CD drives!

React2Shell has taken the web by storm, but not the good kind. This new vulnerability, CVE-2025-55182, is like the magician of the cyber world, making security vanish with a mere payload. With 110,000 services exposed in the US alone, it’s clear this bug is more popular than a cat video marathon.

In 1983, four young British hackers unintentionally paved the way for the Computer Misuse Act. Their playful antics on outdated computers led to a legal revolution, proving that even a ZX Spectrum can spark change. Now, as cybercrime escalates, it’s time for ethical hacking to become a national obsession. God bless the United Kingdom’s lawmakers.

700Credit has revealed a data breach affecting over 5.8 million people. Hackers accessed personal information through a compromised third-party API. The breach impacted data from May to October 2025. While the company’s core network remained secure, affected individuals are offered free credit monitoring. Remember, even your credit score could use a little comedy relief!

Microsoft’s December 2025 security updates are causing chaos by breaking Message Queuing (MSMQ) functionality. Affected users face inactive queues, failed IIS sites, and baffling “insufficient resources” errors. The culprit? Recent changes to MSMQ’s security model. Unless users have admin privileges, they’re stuck in a digital conga line of confusion.

Apple’s latest updates tackle two zero-days impacting WebKit, the browser engine found in many of its products. These vulnerabilities, CVE-2025-14174 and CVE-2025-43529, have been exploited in sophisticated attacks. The tech giant worked with Google’s Threat Analysis Group to uncover these issues, hinting at potential involvement by spyware vendors.

CyberVolk is back with VolkLocker, a ransomware-as-a-service proving that even ransomware can have a silver lining—or in this case, a master key written in plain text. With implementation flaws allowing file decryption sans extortion fee, VolkLocker is the gift that keeps on giving. It’s ransomware for the forgetful hacker!

In a cosmic close call, a Chinese satellite launch nearly played bumper cars with a Starlink satellite, missing by just 200 meters. Meanwhile, in Australia, ink cartridges and mashed potatoes found themselves in a sticky situation, as heroin and cocaine smugglers got busted. It’s all happening in Asia, folks!

Cyber deception tactics, if done right, can turn the tables on attackers, says the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre. But beware—without a clear strategy, you might just end up with a cyber circus. So, plan carefully or risk inviting hackers to the show!

CyberVolk’s VolkLocker ransomware is like a lock with a spare key taped to the front door. This pro-Russia hacktivist group’s new RaaS has a glaring flaw: a hardcoded master key hidden in plain sight. Victims can decrypt their files without paying a dime, turning this cybercrime attempt into an accidental freebie.

Scammers are exploiting PayPal’s Subscriptions feature to send authentic-looking emails with fake purchase alerts. These messages, seemingly from PayPal, trick users into thinking they bought pricey gadgets, urging them to call a fraudulent support number. Remember: if you didn’t buy a gold-plated laptop, it’s probably a scam.

An unsecured 16TB database exposed 4.3 billion professional records, like LinkedIn-style data, enabling AI-driven social engineering attacks. Found by researcher Bob Diachenko and nexos.ai, the database was secured two days later. Ownership is unclear, but the leak is a treasure trove for cybercriminals, turning phishing into a personalized art form.

Germany summoned Russia’s ambassador over alleged cyberattacks on air traffic control. The evidence points to Russia-nexus group APT28, also known as Fancy Bear. As if hacking wasn’t enough, there’s also a disinformation campaign ahead of elections. Germany’s response? Coordinated countermeasures with EU partners to keep the sky clear and the polls honest.

LastPass UK Ltd has been slapped with a £1.2 million fine by the ICO due to a security breach that exposed personal data and encrypted vaults of 1.6 million UK users. Apparently, the promise of better password protection was as secure as a chocolate teapot! LastPass customers expected more, and the ICO agreed.

The CISA has added CVE-2018-4063 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. This six-year-old flaw in Sierra Wireless routers allows sneaky uploads with the potential for remote code execution, all thanks to a file upload oversight. Agencies are urged to update or retire these routers before they become the laughingstock of cyber threats.

AI toys for kids talk about sex, drugs, and Chinese propaganda. Yes, those cute, chatty playthings might just be the most controversial gift this holiday season. With no safety guardrails, toys like a talking sunflower are spilling the beans on explicit topics. So, ask your smart bunny about impact play… or maybe don’t.

CISA adds Google Chromium and Sierra Wireless AirLink ALEOS flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. Just when you thought your browser and wireless devices were safe, hackers say, “Hold my malware!” Time to update everything faster than a cheetah on roller skates.

Apple’s latest security updates patch two vulnerabilities in iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and more. One, CVE-2025-14174, is a déjà vu moment, as Google just fixed it in Chrome. These flaws have been exploited in highly-targeted attacks, making Apple’s patching spree a must-see cybersecurity thriller. Update now or risk starring in your own hacking drama!