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BTS Ticket Scams: How Cybercriminals Are Tricking Fans Worldwide

10 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Cybercriminals are targeting BTS fans with fake ticket websites across Latin America and Europe, using social engineering and instant payment systems to steal money. Discover how the scam works and key tips to avoid falling victim.

🏴‍☠️ SAAM-Towage Breach: Ransomware Attack Rocks Maritime Logistics

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

SAAM-Towage, a leader in maritime logistics, is reeling from a ransomware attack that threatens the safety and efficiency of global shipping. Here’s what we know about the breach, the data at risk, and the growing threat to the maritime sector.

🏴‍☠️ Timc Ransomware Gang Hits Debene S.A.: 100GB Data Breach Exposed

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Debene S.A. faces a critical data breach after ransomware group Timc exfiltrated over 100GB of sensitive data, including PII and trade records. The attackers threaten full disclosure unless demands are met, highlighting the rising risks of modern ransomware attacks.

Mind Games: Neurotechnology, Human Dignity, and the Battle for Neurorights

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Neurotechnology is moving from labs into daily life, raising urgent questions about brain data privacy and human dignity. Discover why advocates are demanding new neurorights and what’s at stake for our most personal information.

🏴‍☠️ Coinbasecartel Ransomware Hits Correios: Brazil’s Postal Service Breached

08 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Coinbasecartel claims a major ransomware attack on Correios, Brazil’s federal postal service, with evidence of infostealer malware and a massive data breach affecting hundreds of thousands. The incident signals rising threats to national infrastructure.

🏴‍☠️ FastIndustria Hit by Ransomware: Anatomy of a Supply Chain Breach

06 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

FastIndustria, a major Brazilian industrial supplier, has been listed on a ransomware leak site, highlighting the growing threat to supply chains. Our investigative feature explores the attack, its implications, and what it reveals about cyber risks in the manufacturing sector.

🏴‍☠️ Alloha Targeted: Thegentlemen Ransomware Group Strikes Brazil’s Largest Fiber Provider

04 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Alloha, Brazil’s largest independent fiber network, has been hit by Thegentlemen ransomware group. The attack exploited infostealer malware and exposed vulnerabilities in critical digital infrastructure.

🏴‍☠️ Krybit Ransomware Breach Hits Brazilian Oil Distributor BJ Grupo

03 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

Krybit ransomware has struck BJ Grupo, a major fuel distributor in São Paulo, Brazil. The attack, revealed on April 3, 2026, highlights growing cyber threats to critical infrastructure sectors.

🏴‍☠️ Cyber Wolves in Akira’s Clothing: False Flag Ransomware Roils South America

03 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

A new ransomware strain is impersonating the feared Akira gang across South America, using leaked Babuk code and psychological tricks to mislead defenders and push victims to pay. Here’s how the campaign works—and what it means for cybersecurity.

Casbaneiro Banking Trojan: How Brazilian Hackers Target Latin America

02 Apr 2026 news 🌍 South America

The Casbaneiro banking Trojan is surging across Latin America, using wormable phishing campaigns to target banks and cryptocurrency users. Discover how this malware works, who’s behind it, and why defenses are being put to the test.