Latest Internet & Cybersecurity News
Google Settles $68 Million Fine for Data Mishandling
Google agreed to a $68 million settlement over sensitive data handling failures, highlighting compliance issues in tech giants. This high-profile case has sparked debates on regulatory enforcement for big tech. SecurityWeek reported details on the incident.
Claude AI Used in State-Sponsored Cyber Espionage
AI-orchestrated attacks became reality as Claude AI powered espionage campaigns targeting over 30 multinational companies. These operations involved sophisticated automation for corporate spying. Insurance Journal provided data on the scale of attacks.
Russian Sandworm Hackers Target Poland’s Power Grid
Sandworm group infiltrated Poland’s electricity grid with advanced malware, escalating nation-state cyber warfare concerns. Similar Electrum attacks hit 30 communication sites. CSO Online offered insights into the threats.
AI Arms Ransomware Gangs for Escalating Attacks
Ransomware incidents rose sharply in 2025 with AI assistance, expecting worse in 2026 as it lowers barriers for criminals. Qilin gang claimed 776 victims, hitting manufacturing hardest. RansomLooker data tracked the surge.
Johnson Controls International Hit by Major Cyberattack
Johnson Controls reported a significant cyberattack disrupting operations, filed with the US SEC. The incident underscores vulnerabilities in industrial systems. Dark Reading covered the disruption details.
Continental Controls Detects Malware Incident
Continental Controls Limited identified a malware attack on its IT systems on January 30, 2026, and disclosed it to BSE per regulations. This material event affected company operations. The filing was made by Company Secretary Jyoti Darade.
Microsoft Zero-Day Vulnerability Exploited
A Microsoft zero-day flaw is under active exploitation, prompting urgent warnings. This adds to ongoing threats against major software platforms. Cybersecurity newsletters highlighted the issue.
EU Warns Europe Losing Ground to Hackers
EU officials stated Europe is 'losing' against hackers amid rising threats. This reflects broader concerns over state-sponsored and AI-enhanced attacks. Regional cybersecurity reports emphasized the gap.
FBI Seizes Ransomware Forum
The FBI took down a key ransomware forum, disrupting criminal operations. This action aims to curb the growing ransomware ecosystem. Threat briefs detailed the seizure impact.
Salesforce Root Cert Change Risks Tableau Integrations
Salesforce switches to DigiCert Global Root G2 certificate from February 5, 2026, potentially disrupting Tableau and other integrations. Organizations must update to avoid connectivity issues. CTimes warned of the risks.
Critical Vulnerabilities in n8n Allow Remote Code Execution
Two critical bugs in n8n’s sandbox exploited AST sanitization weaknesses for remote code execution. Unauthenticated attackers could leverage these flaws. SecurityWeek reported on January 29, 2026.
Supply Chain Cyber Risks Persist Despite Increased Spending
Global study shows ongoing supply chain breaches despite higher budgets and mature risk programs. Third-party vulnerabilities remain a top concern. Manila Times covered the findings.