LexisNexis Risk Solutions has disclosed that a data breach at one of its third-party software development providers has compromised the personal information of more than 364,000 people.

Cybersecurity experts from Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) and Mandiant have issued a warning that Scattered Spider, also known as UNC3944, is now actively targeting U.S. retail companies following a series of high-profile attacks on UK retailers like Harrods, Co-op, and Marks & Spencer.

In recent weeks, UK retailers Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods have faced significant cyber attacks, raising concerns about the vulnerability of major businesses to sophisticated hacking tactics.

A colossal cybersecurity breach has sent shockwaves through the digital world, exposing the login credentials of over 184 million user accounts across major platforms, including Google, Apple, Meta (Facebook and Instagram), Microsoft, Spotify, PayPal, Netflix, and more.

NatWest Bank is fending off an astonishing 100 million cyber attacks every month, according to its head of cybersecurity, Chris Ulliott. Speaking to Members of the Scottish Parliament, Ulliott described how hackers are constantly probing the bank’s digital defences, forcing it to adopt aggressive cybersecurity measures.

In an open letter, Patrick Opet, Chief Information Security Officer at JPMorgan Chase, has raised alarms about the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model, cautioning that its widespread adoption is fostering significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities and undermining global economic stability.

Adidas, the global sportswear giant, has confirmed a cyber attack that compromised customer data, including contact information and account credentials.

A newly discovered phishing campaign, dubbed "Meta Mirage," is targeting businesses using Meta's Business Suite, aiming to hijack high-value accounts that manage advertising and official brand pages.

Google has reported the discovery of 75 zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in the wild in 2024—a drop from 98 in 2023, though still up from 63 in 2022. Nearly half (44%) of these flaws targeted enterprise products, with 20 found in security and networking appliances.

Ian Stuart, CEO of HSBC UK, told the Commons Treasury Committee that cyber-security is his top concern, admitting that the threat of cyber attacks "keeps me awake at night." Speaking alongside other major UK bank leaders, Stuart highlighted the relentless nature of cyber threats, noting that HSBC and other institutions face constant attacks. This focus on cyber-security comes as the banking sector grapples with increasing digital vulnerabilities, making it a critical issue for the industry.

Coinbase has disclosed a significant data breach involving insider threats, as revealed in a recent SEC filing. The breach did not stem from a direct compromise of Coinbase’s systems, but rather from external attackers bribing a group of customer support agents to extract customer data.

Security researchers at Wordfence have uncovered a dangerous malware campaign targeting WordPress websites.