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🏴‍☠️ Ransomware Hits Oriental Weavers: Inside the Cyberattack on a Manufacturing Titan

16 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A major cyberattack has reportedly struck Oriental Weavers, the Egyptian carpet giant, with ransomware gangs claiming responsibility on the dark web. This feature investigates what happened, why manufacturers are at risk, and what this means for the future of industrial cybersecurity.

Inside the Shadows: State-Aligned Hackers Orchestrate Massive Recon and Data Theft in Middle East

15 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A state-linked threat group executed a sweeping, multi-phase cyber operation across the Middle East, scanning over 12,000 systems and exploiting new vulnerabilities to steal sensitive data from aviation and energy sectors. Technical evidence points to MuddyWater-style tactics and evolving state-aligned cyber warfare.

PlugX USB Worm: DLL Sideloading Sparks Global Malware Outbreak

15 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A revived PlugX worm is infecting systems worldwide by combining DLL sideloading with USB propagation. This feature unpacks how the malware sneaks past defenses and what organizations must do to counter it.

PlugX USB Worm: How a Stealthy Malware Revives Old-School Cyber Espionage

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A cunning new PlugX worm is spreading across continents via USB drives, sideloading itself through trusted software and stealing sensitive documents—while staying nearly invisible. Here’s how it works and why it matters.

🏴‍☠️ LockBit5 Ransomware Hits Mercedes-Benz Egypt and Global Firms: New Victims Revealed

14 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

LockBit5 ransomware has added Mercedes-Benz Egypt and a range of international businesses to its victim list, highlighting the persistent threat of cyber extortion. Discover the latest developments and the risks facing organizations worldwide.

BITTER APT Exploits Signal and Google to Spy on Middle Eastern Journalists

13 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

BITTER APT has launched a sophisticated campaign targeting Middle Eastern journalists and activists, using spearphishing and fake app logins to deploy advanced spyware like ProSpy.

🏴‍☠️ Shadow Finance: Inside the IFMISGOKE Ransomware Attack

13 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A ransomware attack on IFMISGOKE, a government financial management system, exposed critical vulnerabilities, disrupted public services, and highlighted the growing threat of cybercrime targeting essential infrastructure.

🏴‍☠️ Nightspire Ransomware Hits Sahara Air Products in 500GB Data Leak

11 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Nightspire ransomware has struck Sahara Air Products, stealing 500GB of data in a high-stakes cyberattack. Explore how the breach unfolded and its implications for the industry.

Fake Secure Messaging Apps Used in Middle East Spyware Attack Linked to BITTER APT

10 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

A major espionage campaign is targeting Middle Eastern civil society by distributing ProSpy spyware through fake secure messaging apps. Linked to the BITTER APT group, this hack-for-hire operation relies on social engineering and technical deception.

🏴‍☠️ Ransomware Rivalry: Pear Hits The McLamb Group Amidst Cybercrime Surge

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Africa

Ransomware groups Pear and Krybit have announced new victims, including The McLamb Group, Inc. and megasurf.co.za, highlighting a surge in digital extortion and the evolving tactics of cybercriminals.