ESET researchers have uncovered two Android spyware campaigns targeting individuals interested in secure communication apps, namely Signal and ToTok. These campaigns distribute malware through deceptive websites and social engineering and appear to target residents of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).… Read More "New spyware campaigns target privacy-conscious Android users in the UAE"
Endpoint disruption following a serious security breach can take up to two weeks to recover from and cost millions for most (87%) US and UK organizations, a new report has revealed. Absolute Security polled 750 CISOs on both sides of the… Read More "Fifth of Breaches Take Two Weeks to Recover From"
From unintentional data leakage to buggy code, here’s why you should care about unsanctioned AI use in your company 11 Nov 2025 • , 5 min. read Shadow IT has long been a thorn in the side of corporate security… Read More "Why shadow AI could be your biggest security blind spot"
A cyber-attack on Poland’s energy infrastructure in late 2025 has been attributed to a prolific Russian state-backed APT group. Sandworm (aka UAC-0113, APT44, and Seashell Blizzard) is thought to be part of the Russian military intelligence service known as GRU.… Read More "Wiper Attack on Polish Power Grid Linked to Russia’s Sandworm"
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in Minnesota is pushing the United States court system to its breaking point. Since Operation Metro Surge began in December, federal immigration agents have arrested some 4,000 people, according to the Department of… Read More "ICE Is Crashing the US Court System in Minnesota"
Sarika Sharma Sarika, a cybersecurity enthusiast, contributes insightful articles to Fidelis Security, guiding readers through the complexities of digital security with clarity and passion. Beyond her writing, she actively engages in the cybersecurity community, staying informed about emerging trends and… Read More "Hybrid Network Security Risks: Visibility Gaps in 2026"
Look no further to learn how cybercriminals could try to crack your vault and how you can keep your logins safe 13 Nov 2025 • , 5 min. read The average internet user has an estimated 168 passwords for their… Read More "Can password managers get hacked? Here’s what to know"
Cybercriminals are combining vishing attacks with phishing sites which can be altered in real-time to social engineer victims and bypass multi-factor authentication (MFA) protection, Okta Threat Intelligence has warned. The alert, issued on January 22, cautioned how the phishing kits… Read More "Okta Flags Customised, Reactive Vishing Attacks Which Bypass MFA"
Ravie LakshmananFeb 11, 2026Linux / Botnet Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new botnet operation called SSHStalker that relies on the Internet Relay Chat (IRC) communication protocol for command-and-control (C2) purposes. “The toolset blends stealth helpers with legacy-era Linux… Read More "SSHStalker Botnet Uses IRC C2 to Control Linux Systems via Legacy Kernel Exploits"
Online disagreements among young people can easily spiral out of control. Parents need to understand what’s at stake. 27 Nov 2025 • , 5 min. read The digital world offers countless opportunities for self-expression, learning and personal development, but it’s… Read More "What parents should know to protect their children from doxxing"
