Security Scandals Galore: The Cybercrime Circus of 2025!
Credential stuffing: £2.31 million! Who knew passwords could be the weakest link and the most expensive ones? Dive into the Security Affairs newsletter for a weekly dose of cyber drama, including tales of hacking, malware, and the latest in cybercrime.
Hot Take:
Welcome to the Security Affairs newsletter where cybercriminals are more creative than a toddler with a crayon. From DDoS botnets acting like they want to be the next big ISP, to Chinese-speaking cybercrime groups ruining more than your SEO strategy, this week’s roundup is a rollercoaster of digital mischief. It’s a terrifyingly funny reminder that the internet is basically the Wild West, but instead of cowboys, it’s malware and ransomware calling the shots. Hold onto your passwords, folks—if you still have any left!
Key Points:
- Ghosts in the Cloud: AWS X-Ray is being wielded for Command & Control by innovative hackers.
- The Oracle E-Business Suite is under siege by Cl0p ransomware via CVE-2025-61882.
- Credential stuffing attacks are causing headaches and financial losses, with DraftKings and LinkedIn in the spotlight.
- North Korea’s cyber heists have netted a staggering $2 billion in 2025.
- ShinyHunters are on a corporate extortion spree, leaving no business unscathed.