Israeli authorities have warned of a massive cyberattack resulting in the theft of two petabytes of sensitive data. According to Israel’s Israel Cyber Chief, this represents one of the largest data breaches in the country’s history.
Officials are investigating the source of the breach and the potential impact on government, business, and personal data security. Cybersecurity experts emphasize the need for enhanced digital defenses and monitoring amid rising cyber threats worldwide.

Cyberattack Hits Israel: 2 Petabytes of Israeli Data Stolen in Cyberattack

A wave of cyberattacks has targeted major US companies including Bumble, Panera Bread, Match Group and CrunchBase, raising alarms over a new surge in sophisticated social engineering attacks. Cybersecurity experts warn that hackers are increasingly exploiting human vulnerabilities rather than system flaws.


Cyberattacks Hit Bumble & Panera, Wave of Cyberattacks Hits US Companies

The United States is facing a surge in cyberattacks as hackers target multiple sectors across the national network. Authorities say critical infrastructure, businesses and government-linked systems have been affected, raising concerns over cybersecurity preparedness and digital resilience.

US Cyberattacks: Hackers Targeted Multiple Sectors Across the US Network

Germany has issued a stark warning that large-scale cyber attacks could escalate into armed conflict or even war. Officials say cyber operations targeting critical infrastructure, government systems, or military networks pose growing risks to national and global security. The warning underscores rising concerns among NATO members about cyber warfare, state-sponsored hacking, and the blurred line between digital attacks and conventional military retaliation.


Germany Warns Cyber Attacks Could Trigger War 

Japan’s media giant Nikkei has fallen victim to a significant cyberattack after an employee’s computer was infected with malware, compromising the company’s Slack platform and exposing the personal data of more than 17,000 employees and business partners. The company confirmed that no journalistic sources were leaked, but cybersecurity experts warn this breach highlights a growing threat — attacks that “live off the land” by using valid credentials to move undetected inside corporate systems.

Nikkei Hit by Major Cyberattack After Employee Error | 17,000 Records Exposed in Slack Breach

After working with the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) and other outside experts, the JLR admitted that “some customer data has been affected or stolen.” The company has not revealed what type of data was exposed.

Jaguar Land Rover hit by cyberattack: Who is behind this attack? Details inside

Air India issued a travel advisory due to a cyberattack. The attack affected check-in systems at major European airports, including London Heathrow. Passengers faced delays. Air India advised passengers flying from London to complete web check-in. Brussels and Berlin airports also reported disruptions. The service provider is working to resolve the issue.


Aviation cybersecurity: Surge in aviation cyberattacks raises global security fears 

A chilling new investigation reveals that Chinese state-backed hacker group Salt Typhoon may have stolen sensitive data from nearly every American citizen — including President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The cyberattack spanned over 80 countries and is believed to be part of a years-long operation. How did it happen? What was stolen? And what does it mean for America's national security? We break it down.


Massive U.S. Cyberattack: China’s hackers breached trump and JD Vance?

A major Chinese cyberattack campaign called Salt Typhoon reportedly compromised data from nearly all Americans, infiltrating global telecoms, government, and infrastructure networks. This is a new warfare: years-long, patient, widespread and consistent attack on cyber infrastructure 

China has stolen data on all Americans? Salt Typhoon cyberattacks are a goldmine for Beijing's intelligence agencies, claims report

The hack may have exposed sensitive court data in several states, the Politico report said, citing two people aware of the matter.

Hackers strike US court system: Identities of informants compromised in wide hacking attack

KNP, a transport company in Northamptonshire had to ground its fleet of 500 lorries and render 700 people jobless in 2023 as the ransomware gang entered its systems by guessing the weak password. Its boss made a confession

Password from hell: Weak login credentials of a single staffer wiped out a 158-year-old firm, and its boss is now warning others

The alleged hacker, who declined to reveal their identity to The Post, said they targeted the Manhattan university to find documents indicating the use of affirmative action in admissions, which was banned by the Supreme Court last year.

Politically motivated cyberattack? 'Hacktivist' stole data of 2.5 mn Columbia University students, employees

However, only 150 attacks were successful, according to officials. It shows that not even one per cent of these 1.5 million attacks were successful. India news pakistan

Over 1.5 million cyber attacks, but not even 1% successful | Here's how India outsmarted Pakistani hackers

India news: The group alleges it stole sensitive data from the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, and other websites linked to Indian Army.

'WE KNOW HOW YOU THINK': Pakistan-based hacker group targets India again, claims military data theft; IDSA denies breach

Luxury department store Harrods has reported a cyber attack attempt on its systems this is the third such major incident to hit a UK retailer in just two weeks. Watch in for more details!

UK retailer Harrods confirms cyberattack attempt, 3rd major cyber incident hits UK retail in 2 weeks

A massive power outage knocked out electricity in large parts of Spain, Portugal, and also some parts of southern France. In Spain and Portugal, massive power outages shut off traffic lights, causing chaos at airports, train stations, and on the roads. Watch in for more details!

EU Chief: No link of blackout with cyberattack

Tech billionaire Elon Musk said X was hit by a major cyber attack after reports of problems with the social media platform started to do the rounds. Several users in Asia, Europe, and North America said that they could not access the platform. Watch this report to find out more.

Elon Musk says 'X' hit by major cyber attack, claims attack may have originated in Ukraine

Elon Musk says cyberattack caused 'X' global outages

U.S. authorities are investigating any possible connection between the attack in New Orleans, which left 15 people dead, and the explosion of a Cybertruck outside a Trump Hotel in Las Vegas, where one person died. Elon Musk, who owns Tesla, the company that produces the Cybertruck, has also suggested a potential link between the two incidents. 
Musk claimed that both vehicles were rented using the same app. At least one person was killed and several others wounded when a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside a hotel owned by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in Las Vegas.

Cybertruck blast in Las Vegas connected to New Orleans attack?

The Treasury informed the Senate Banking Committee about the breach, emphasising the involvement of a China state-sponsored actor in the cyberattack.

US Treasury confirms cyber breach linked to China-backed hacker

The "large data attack" did not leak any customer information and safety was unaffected, Japan Airlines (JAL) said in a post on social media platform X. 

Japan Airlines hit by cyberattack, flights may be affected

A seemingly innocent wedding invite could be the gateway to a cyberattack. There's a new scam in town and we've got all the information you need in this report.

What Is Wedding Invite Scam?

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