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Google and FBI Disrupt Massive NetNut Proxy Botnet Infecting 2 Million Devices

A coordinated operation led by Google and the FBI disrupts NetNut, a massive residential proxy network that controls at least two million infected devices worldwide. The botnet, also known as Popa, targets Android devices, smart TVs, and streaming boxes, turning them into exit nodes that route malicious traffic through legitimate

FBI Seizes NetNut Proxy Network Tied to Two-Million-Device Botnet

The FBI works with industry partners to seize hundreds of domains associated with NetNut, a major residential proxy service operated by the publicly-traded Israeli company Alarum Technologies. The takedown targets infrastructure tied to the Popa botnet, a network of at least two million compromised devices that includes smart TVs and

US Offers $10 Million Bounty for Russian Hackers Targeting Signal and WhatsApp Users

The US government is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification or location of Russian state cyber groups responsible for compromising thousands of Signal and WhatsApp accounts. The targets include investigative journalists, current and former government officials, military personnel, and political figures. The

US Agencies Update Shields Up Guidance Amid Russian Malware Threats

CISA and the FBI update their Shields Up webpage with new defensive recommendations as Russian state-sponsored wiper malware targets Ukrainian organizations. Officials urge all US businesses to immediately assess and bolster their cybersecurity postures.

FBI Reports Massive AI Fraud Losses as New Transparency Bill Emerges

The FBI's latest report reveals over $893 million in losses tied to AI-driven cybercrimes, while bipartisan lawmakers introduce a bill demanding transparency from large AI model developers. California simultaneously establishes new executive rules for state AI procurement.

Chinese-Linked Hackers Target T-Mobile in Broad Telecom Espionage Campaign

T-Mobile confirms it is caught up in a sweeping Chinese cyberespionage campaign targeting major U.S. telecom networks. The company claims no significant impact to customer data, though it refuses to detail what hackers may have accessed.

FBI Seizes 260,000-Device Botnet Operated by Chinese State Hackers

U.S. authorities take control of a massive botnet run by the Chinese hacking group Flax Typhoon to target critical infrastructure. The FBI successfully removes the malware despite attempted counterattacks from the hackers.

Police Dismantle iSpoof Service That Enabled $120 Million in Cyber Fraud

An international law enforcement operation takes down the iSpoof platform, a service cybercriminals used to impersonate banks and steal millions. Authorities arrest the suspected administrator and over 100 users as they continue to hunt down remaining suspects.

FBI Warns of Deepfake Applicants Faking Remote Tech Job Interviews

Scammers use stolen identities and AI-generated videos to apply for remote tech jobs and gain access to sensitive corporate data.

US Agencies Warn Destructive Ukraine Wiper Malware Could Spread Stateside

CISA and the FBI warn that destructive wiper malware targeting Ukrainian organizations poses a potential spill-over threat to US businesses. The agencies urge companies to heighten their cyber defenses immediately.

US Agencies Warn Destructive Ukraine Malware Could Spread to American Networks

CISA and the FBI warn that Russian "wiper" malware targeting Ukrainian systems poses a significant risk of spilling over into US networks. The destructive software renders Windows systems inoperable and exploits common IT management tools to propagate.

FBI Warns of Broad Cyber Threats Targeting 2022 Beijing Olympics

The FBI issues a warning about various cyber attacks and untrusted mobile apps threatening the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics. Authorities urge travelers and athletes to leave personal devices at home.

Global Agencies Issue Joint Guidance to Mitigate Log4j Vulnerabilities

CISA, FBI, and international cybersecurity agencies release joint advisory detailing critical steps organizations must take to defend against actively exploited Log4j vulnerabilities.

Meatpacking Giant JBS Pays $11 Million to Resolve Ransomware Attack

JBS, the world's largest meat processor, pays $11 million in ransom to the Russian-speaking hacker group REvil to protect its customers following a major cyberattack. This payment highlights a growing trend of high-profile ransomware strikes targeting critical U.S. infrastructure.