Google Chrome Users Urged to Update Immediately Over Critical Zero-Day Flaw
Google releases critical Chrome update fixing 21 security flaws, including zero-day exploit CVE-2026-5281 actively used by hackers.
Category : Cybersecurity
Android Badbox Malware Warning For Millions Of Users
Millions of Android users warned to switch off devices due to BadBox malware, affecting tablets, projectors, and streaming boxes. Google and FBI issue alerts.
Martin Lewis Slams Social Media Over Deepfake Wife Scam
Martin Lewis expresses anger and frustration over deepfake scams using his identity, losing the battle against organised crime despite the Online Safety Act.
Russia Restricts WhatsApp and Telegram Calls Over Fraud and Terrorism Concerns
Russia restricts WhatsApp and Telegram calls over fraud and terrorism concerns, amid broader push for internet control and digital sovereignty.
ShinyHunters Hackers Threaten To Leak Grand Theft Auto VI Data
Hacker group ShinyHunters threatens to leak Grand Theft Auto VI data unless Rockstar Games pays ransom by 14 April.
Iranian Hackers Cripple Stryker In Global Cyber Attack
Iranian-linked hackers cripple Stryker's global IT systems in a cyber attack, impacting operations in Europe, Asia, and the USA.
UK Firms in Middle East Face Heightened Iran Cyber Threat
NCSC warns UK firms in Middle East to boost vigilance against Iran-linked cyber threats amid regional conflict.
Bots Amplify Nicki Minaj's Conservative Voice, Report Finds
Report finds over 18,000 bots amplified Nicki Minaj's conservative political posts on X, with 33% of interactions deemed fake.
Cyber Attack Causes Major Disruption at Brussels and Berlin Airports
Cyber attack on Collins Aerospace software causes major flight delays and cancellations at Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin airports.
HMRC Issues Urgent Alert to Millions Over July Tax Deadline
HMRC warns millions of Self Assessment customers of July 31 Payment on Account deadline, urges use of app and payment plans.
UK Muslims Face Surge in Hate Attacks as Leaders Criticise Government Response
Anti-Muslim hate crime in UK surges 19% as leaders criticise government response, citing attacks on mosques, women, and rising far-right influence.
ITV Drama The Hack Revives Phone Hacking Scandal
ITV's The Hack dramatises the real News of the World phone hacking scandal, featuring David Tennant as journalist Nick Davies.
Black Friday 2025 Dubbed 'Black Fraud Day' Over Scams
Black Friday 2025 is dubbed 'Black Fraud Day' as experts warn of AI-driven scams. NCSC advises vigilance against unrealistic prices, bank transfer requests, and fake sites.
Secret Language of UK Scammers: Six Key Terms
Learn six key terms used by UK scammers, including phishing and sleight of hand, to understand and avoid online fraud.
AI 'out of control' could spy on all UK citizens, warns ex-adviser
A former adviser to Gordon Brown warns the UK could become a surveillance state as AI tools like Spain's tax agency track citizens' every move, from purchases to travel.
O2 Issues Black Friday Scam Warning for UK Users
O2 warns UK users of Black Friday scam texts, urges vigilance and shares tips to avoid fake delivery scams.
Surfshark VPN Subscription Remains at £1.49 After Black Friday
Surfshark VPN extends Black Friday deal with starter plan at £1.49/month and One plan at £1.69/month, plus three months free.
Russia to Block Instagram After Meta Policy Change on Putin Hate Speech
Russia to block Instagram after Meta allows calls for violence against Putin and Russian soldiers in Ukraine context.
Foreign Hacker Breached FBI Office, Accessed Epstein Files
A foreign hacker breached the FBI's New York Field Office in 2023, accessing files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
French Football Federation Hit By Cyber Attack
French Football Federation confirms cyber-attack led to theft of member personal data; complaint filed.
Digital ID Theft Crisis Hits UK Through Stolen Phones
UK digital IDs on phones could be stolen for identity fraud, experts warn, as phone theft surges and criminals target data.
Surfshark VPN slashed to £1.59 per month in Black Friday deal
Surfshark VPN Black Friday deal: premium VPN from £1.59/month, 88% off, includes antivirus and ad blocker. Offer ends Dec 2.
WhatsApp Security Flaw Exposes 3.5 Billion Users' Phone Numbers
A WhatsApp flaw exposed 3.5 billion users' phone numbers, enabling targeted attacks. Meta has fixed the issue.
Scam Experts Issue Warning Over Five Texts Every Brit Must Never Reply To
Scam experts warn UK public never to reply to five specific text messages, as SMS fraud surges. Learn how to spot and avoid these scams.
Gavin and Stacey star Melanie Walters warns of sophisticated scam after being targeted
Gavin and Stacey star Melanie Walters warns of sophisticated scam after being targeted by email bank fraudsters, urging older people to improve digital skills.
Russian Cyber Attacks on Nato Surge 25% in Year
Microsoft report finds Russian cyber-attacks against Nato states up 25% in a year, with government most targeted amid hybrid warfare warnings.
Instagram Users Warned After Account Details Leaked
Cybersecurity experts warn that Instagram's account recovery function can be exploited to access users' emails and phone numbers using only a username.
US Probes Claims Meta Can Read Encrypted WhatsApp Messages
US authorities investigate claims Meta can read encrypted WhatsApp messages; Meta denies allegations as 'absurd'.
MPs Warn UK Museums Vulnerable to Cyber-Attacks and Theft After Security Failures
MPs warn UK museums vulnerable to theft and cyber-attacks after British Museum and British Library incidents, citing government inaction on security.
Pro-Russian Hackers Claim Cyberattack on French Postal Service
Pro-Russian hackers Noname057 claim cyberattack on French postal service La Poste, disrupting package deliveries days before Christmas.
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