Latest Internet & Cybersecurity News
NordVPN Faces Alleged Server Compromise Claim
Threat actor '1011' claimed on January 4, 2026, to have breached a NordVPN server, exfiltrating over 10 databases with Salesforce API keys and Jira tokens. The actor shared sample data on BreachForums, sparking customer concerns despite it involving non-production test data.
NordVPN has not confirmed the breach's impact on production systems.
Russia-Aligned UAC-0184 Targets Ukraine via Viber Espionage
On January 5, 2026, Russia-linked UAC-0184 intensified spearphishing against Ukrainian military and government using Viber for Hijack Loader and Remcos RAT delivery. Attacks involve ZIP attachments with malicious LNK files leading to PowerShell execution and DLL side-loading.
This espionage campaign maps to multiple MITRE ATT&CK techniques.
Ledger Customers Exposed in Global-e E-Commerce Breach
Ledger confirmed on January 5, 2026, a breach at e-commerce partner Global-e exposed customer order data for multiple brands. Data broker ShinyHunters claimed possession of over 200 million records, though figures are unverified.
The supply chain compromise highlights risks in third-party platforms.
Rapid7 Predicts Geopolitical Fault Lines Reshaping Cyber Battlefield
Rapid7's January 7, 2026, webinar forecasts 2026 geopolitical tensions driving state-aligned attacks on supply chains and enterprises. Private organizations will be proxy targets for espionage and disruption, requiring integration of geopolitics into threat modeling.
Security teams must adapt vendor assessments accordingly.
Insider Threats to Dominate 2026 Breach Causes
Rapid7 experts predict insider threats from negligence, compromised credentials, and access selling will lead most breaches in 2026. Economic stress and access complexity fuel this rise, urging focus on access hygiene and behavior monitoring.
Organizations should foster error-reporting cultures.
Global Cybersecurity Spending to Exceed $520 Billion in 2026
Cybersecurity Ventures projects security spending surpassing $520 billion in 2026, doubling from $260 billion in 2021. AI-enabled threats like deepfakes drive demand, positioning NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF (CIBR) as a strong investment.
Key holdings like Palo Alto and CrowdStrike signal enterprise budget shifts.
Palo Alto Networks Declares 2026 'Year of the Defender'
Palo Alto Networks predicts AI-driven defenses will tip scales in favor of defenders in 2026. The report outlines new cybersecurity rules emphasizing proactive AI strategies.
This shift counters evolving attacker tactics.
AI Governance Emerges as 2026 Cybersecurity Focus
Cyber Defense Magazine forecasts 2026 as the year cybersecurity prioritizes AI governance after 2025's AI discussions. Convergence of threats demands containment strategies.
Experts urge integrated AI risk management.
Non-Human Identities Redefine Cybersecurity Challenges
The Hacker News highlights non-human identities (NHIs) like AI agents as future cybersecurity priorities, outnumbering human accounts. NHIs pose risks from over-permissioned access and lack of monitoring, requiring zero-trust and automated rotation.
51% of organizations view NHI security as critical.
Financial Sector Faces Evolving Malware Threats in 2026
BitSight identifies top malware like DoubleTrouble, Klopatra, Anatsa, and Lumma Stealer targeting finance via Android trojans and stealers. Recent campaigns infected thousands, stealing credentials from over 800 institutions.
Recommendations include endpoint monitoring and credential revocation.
CAPS Report Reveals AI Cybersecurity Investment Gaps
CAPS January 7, 2026, news notes organizations prioritize threat detection in AI cybersecurity but invest more in incident response. Webinar replay covers AI for supply chain resilience.
Aligning investments with strategic value is key.
Attackers Shift to Misconfigured Edge Devices for Access
SLCyber reports on January 5, 2026, attackers targeting misconfigured routers, VPNs, and cloud platforms for credential harvesting. This replaces vulnerability exploits, enabling large-scale intrusions.
UK government probes related cyberattack.