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FBI Dismantles W3LL Phishing Empire in Landmark Cybercrime Bust

13 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Asia

A joint FBI-Indonesian operation has shuttered the W3LL phishing marketplace, arresting its developer and exposing the scale of credential theft and business email compromise attacks.

#Phishing | #Cybercrime | #FBI

🏴‍☠️ FBI Warns of $20.9 Billion Cybercrime Surge in 2025: Ransomware, Fraud, and the Elderly at Risk

09 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

Cybercrime losses are projected to hit $20.9 billion in 2025, according to the FBI’s latest report—an unprecedented surge driven by ransomware, data breaches, and investment scams targeting the most vulnerable Americans.

#Cybercrime | #Ransomware | #FBI

FBI’s Operation Masquerade Ejects Russian Hackers from Compromised U.S. Routers

08 Apr 2026 news 🌍 North America

The FBI’s Operation Masquerade has purged Russian hackers from thousands of compromised routers across the U.S., ending a covert campaign that targeted government, infrastructure, and private networks using DNS hijacking and outdated devices.

#FBI | #Russian Hackers | #Cybersecurity

Inside the Bear’s Den: How the FBI Crushed a Russian Router Spy Ring

08 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Europe

Russian military hackers secretly hijacked thousands of home routers for espionage. Operation Masquerade reveals how the FBI fought back—and what this means for your digital safety.

#FBI | #Russian hackers | #Operation Masquerade

How the FBI Disrupted a Russian Router Espionage Operation

08 Apr 2026 news 🌍 Europe

The FBI has dismantled a Russian intelligence operation that secretly hijacked home and office routers to spy on high-value targets. Learn how the attack worked and how to protect your devices.

#FBI | #Russian Hackers | #Cyber-Espionage

Cracking the Code: Inside the Recent Cyber Onslaughts on the EU Commission and FBI

29 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Europe

The European Commission and FBI have been hit by sophisticated cyber attacks, raising urgent questions about digital security and global threats. Dive into the details of what happened, who might be behind it, and what it means for the future.

#Cyber attacks | #EU Commission | #FBI

FBI Dismantles Iranian Leak Sites After Hospital Cyberattack

21 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Middle-East

The FBI has seized four Iranian-run leak websites after a devastating cyberattack on hospital technology giant Stryker. The sites, tied to Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence, published sensitive data from governments, dissidents, and religious communities, exposing the growing reach and real-world impact of state-sponsored cyberwarfare.

#FBI | #Cyberattack | #Iran

FBI Seizes Handala Hacktivist Sites After Stryker Cyberattack

19 Mar 2026 news 🌍 Middle-East

The FBI has seized two websites operated by the Iranian-linked Handala hacktivist group after a destructive cyberattack on Stryker. This feature examines the attack, the law enforcement response, and what it means for cybersecurity defenders.

#FBI | #Handala | #Cyberattack

Permit Phishing Scams: FBI Warns of Cybercriminals Impersonating Local Officials

09 Mar 2026 news 🌍 North America

Cybercriminals are impersonating local officials in sophisticated phishing attacks targeting permit applicants, the FBI warns. Learn the tactics, red flags, and how to stay protected.

#Phishing | #Cybercrime | #FBI

Wiretaps Under Siege: FBI Scrambles After Surveillance System Breach

06 Mar 2026 news 🌍 North America

The FBI confirmed a breach affecting its systems for managing surveillance and wiretap warrants. While details remain scarce, the incident highlights ongoing threats to U.S. law enforcement infrastructure from state-backed hackers and underscores the urgent need for stronger cyber defenses.

#FBI | #Cybersecurity | #Surveillance