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ChatGPT Vulnerability Exposed: Silent Data Theft and Remote Control via DNS Flaw

01 Apr 2026 news

A covert flaw in ChatGPT’s code execution sandbox allowed attackers to steal user data and gain remote access using DNS tunneling—without triggering any warnings. The vulnerability, disclosed and patched in February 2026, raises urgent questions about AI infrastructure security.

#ChatGPT | #Data Theft | #Cybersecurity

AI Chat Heists: The Hidden Threat of Malicious Browser Extensions

29 Mar 2026 news

Malicious browser extensions are hijacking users’ AI conversations through 'prompt poaching' attacks, stealing sensitive data and exposing major privacy and business risks. Discover how these attacks operate and what you can do to stay protected.

#AI Chat | #Browser Extensions | #Data Theft

Phantom Certificates: Stealth Malware Campaign Exploits Windows Trust

28 Mar 2026 news

Cybercriminals are abusing fake certificate loaders and advanced obfuscation to conceal BlankGrabber and XWorm malware, bypassing security tools and stealing vast amounts of data from Windows systems.

#Cyberattacks | #Data Theft | #Malware

Leak Bazaar: How Cybercriminals Turn Stolen Corporate Data Into Profitable Assets

26 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Leak Bazaar is the latest evolution in cybercrime: a dark web marketplace that processes and packages stolen corporate data for maximum profit. By refining leaks into usable formats and targeting specific buyers, Leak Bazaar is changing the game for both criminals and their victims.

#Leak Bazaar | #cybercrime marketplace | #data theft

Russian Police Dismantle LeakBase: Inside the Takedown of a Global Data Crime Forum

26 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Russian authorities have arrested the suspected administrator of LeakBase, a major underground forum for stolen data. The takedown disrupts global cybercrime operations, but experts warn that criminal networks are already regrouping.

#LeakBase | #cybercrime | #data theft

LeakBase Admin Arrested: Russian Police Dismantle Major Cybercrime Forum

26 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Russian law enforcement has arrested the suspected admin of LeakBase, a major forum for trading stolen data. The takedown disrupts a key hub for cybercriminals and could reshape the global market for compromised information.

#LeakBase | #Cybercrime | #Data Theft

Russian Authorities Dismantle LeakBase, Arrest Alleged Cybercrime Kingpin

26 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Russian police have arrested the alleged mastermind behind LeakBase, a major online marketplace for stolen credentials, in a landmark cybercrime bust that exposes the underground world of data trading.

#LeakBase | #Cybercrime | #Data Theft

Infostealer Malware: How Your Credentials Hit the Dark Web in 48 Hours

25 Mar 2026 news

A single click can lead to your credentials being sold on the dark web in less than 48 hours. Discover how infostealer malware operates at machine speed, outpacing traditional security defenses.

#Infostealer malware | #Dark web | #Data theft

🏴‍☠️ Ransomware Hits Multiple Sectors: Manufacturing, Hospitality, Motorsports Targeted

24 Mar 2026 news 🌍 North America

A new surge of ransomware attacks has targeted organizations across diverse industries, exposing widespread vulnerabilities and signaling a shift in cybercriminal tactics. This feature investigates the latest victims and the evolving threat landscape.

#Ransomware | #Cybersecurity | #Data Theft

Inside Perseus: The Android Malware That Reads Your Secrets and Hands Over Your Phone

23 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Asia

A new Android malware named Perseus is hijacking devices and stealing sensitive data from note-taking apps. Built on old malware code and supercharged with AI, Perseus signals a dangerous new era for mobile cybercrime.

#Android Malware | #Cybercrime | #Data Theft