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ShinyHunters Claims Match Group Data Breach Exposing 10 Million Records

 

A new data theft has surfaced linked to ShinyHunters, which now claims it stole more than 10 million user records from Match Group, the U.S. company behind several major swipe-based dating platforms. The group has positioned the incident as another major addition to its breach history, alleging that personal data and internal materials were taken without authorization. 

According to ShinyHunters, the stolen data relates to users of Hinge, Match.com, and OkCupid, along with hundreds of internal documents. The Register reported seeing a listing on the group’s dark web leak site stating that “over 10 million lines” of data were involved. The exposure was also linked to AppsFlyer, a marketing analytics provider, which was referenced as the likely source connected to the incident. 

Match Group confirmed it is investigating what it described as a recently identified security incident, and said some user data may have been accessed. The company stated it acted quickly to terminate the unauthorized access and is continuing its investigation with external cybersecurity experts. Match Group also said there was no indication that login credentials, financial information, or private communications were accessed, and added that it believes only a limited amount of user data was affected. 

It said notifications are being issued to impacted individuals where appropriate. However, Match Group did not disclose what categories of data were accessed, how many users were impacted, or whether any ransom demand was made or paid, leaving key details about the scope and motivation unresolved. Cybernews, which reviewed samples associated with the listing, reported that the dataset appears to include customer personal data, some employee-related information, and internal corporate documents. 

The analysis also suggested the presence of Hinge subscription details, including user IDs, transaction IDs, payment amounts, and records linked to blocked installations, along with IP addresses and location-related data. In a separate post published the same week, ShinyHunters also claimed it had stolen data from Bumble. The group uploaded what it described as 30 GB of compressed files allegedly sourced from Google Drive and Slack. The claims come shortly after researchers reported that ShinyHunters targeted around 100 organizations by abusing stolen Okta single sign-on credentials. The alleged victim list included well-known SaaS and technology firms such as Atlassian, AppLovin, Canva, Epic Games, Genesys, HubSpot, Iron Mountain, RingCentral, and ZoomInfo, among others. 

Bumble has issued a statement saying that one contractor’s account had been compromised in a phishing incident. The company said the account had limited privileges but was used for brief unauthorized access to a small portion of Bumble’s network. Bumble stated its security team detected and removed the access quickly, confirmed the incident was contained, engaged external cybersecurity experts, and notified law enforcement. Bumble also emphasized that there was no access to its member database, member accounts, the Bumble app, or member direct messages or profiles.
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Some ChatGPT Browser Extensions Are Putting User Accounts at Risk

 


Cybersecurity researchers are cautioning users against installing certain browser extensions that claim to improve ChatGPT functionality, warning that some of these tools are being used to steal sensitive data and gain unauthorized access to user accounts.

These extensions, primarily found on the Chrome Web Store, present themselves as productivity boosters designed to help users work faster with AI tools. However, recent analysis suggests that a group of these extensions was intentionally created to exploit users rather than assist them.

Researchers identified at least 16 extensions that appear to be connected to a single coordinated operation. Although listed under different names, the extensions share nearly identical technical foundations, visual designs, publishing timelines, and backend infrastructure. This consistency indicates a deliberate campaign rather than isolated security oversights.

As AI-powered browser tools become more common, attackers are increasingly leveraging their popularity. Many malicious extensions imitate legitimate services by using professional branding and familiar descriptions to appear trustworthy. Because these tools are designed to interact deeply with web-based AI platforms, they often request extensive permissions, which exponentially increases the potential impact of abuse.

Unlike conventional malware, these extensions do not install harmful software on a user’s device. Instead, they take advantage of how browser-based authentication works. To operate as advertised, the extensions require access to active ChatGPT sessions and advanced browser privileges. Once installed, they inject hidden scripts into the ChatGPT website that quietly monitor network activity.

When a logged-in user interacts with ChatGPT, the platform sends background requests that include session tokens. These tokens serve as temporary proof that a user is authenticated. The malicious extensions intercept these requests, extract the tokens, and transmit them to external servers controlled by the attackers.

Possession of a valid session token allows attackers to impersonate users without needing passwords or multi-factor authentication. This can grant access to private chat histories and any external services connected to the account, potentially exposing sensitive personal or organizational information. Some extensions were also found to collect additional data, including usage patterns and internal access credentials generated by the extension itself.

Investigators also observed synchronized publishing behavior, shared update schedules, and common server infrastructure across the extensions, reinforcing concerns that they are part of a single, organized effort.

While the total number of installations remains relatively low, estimated at fewer than 1,000 downloads, security experts warn that early-stage campaigns can scale rapidly. As AI-related extensions continue to grow in popularity, similar threats are likely to emerge.

Experts advise users to carefully evaluate browser extensions before installation, pay close attention to permission requests, and remove tools that request broad access without clear justification. Staying cautious is increasingly important as browser-based attacks become more subtle and harder to detect.

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Fake Tax Emails Used to Target Indian Users in New Malware Campaign

 


A newly identified cyberattack campaign is actively exploiting trust in India’s tax system to infect computers with advanced malware designed for long-term surveillance and data theft. The operation relies on carefully crafted phishing emails that impersonate official tax communications and has been assessed as potentially espionage-driven, though no specific hacking group has been confirmed.

The attack begins with emails that appear to originate from the Income Tax Department of India. These messages typically warn recipients about penalties, compliance issues, or document verification, creating urgency and fear. Victims are instructed to open an attached compressed file, believing it to be an official notice.

Once opened, the attachment initiates a hidden infection process. Although the archive contains several components, only one file is visible to the user. This file is disguised as a legitimate inspection or review document. When executed, it quietly loads a concealed malicious system file that operates without the user’s awareness.

This hidden component performs checks to ensure it is not being examined by security analysts and then connects to an external server to download additional malicious code. The next stage exploits a Windows system mechanism to gain administrative privileges without triggering standard security prompts, allowing the attackers deeper control over the system.

To further avoid detection, the malware alters how it identifies itself within the operating system, making it appear as a normal Windows process. This camouflage helps it blend into everyday system activity.

The attackers then deploy another installer that adapts its behavior based on the victim’s security setup. If a widely used antivirus program is detected, the malware does not shut it down. Instead, it simulates user actions, such as mouse movements, to quietly instruct the antivirus to ignore specific malicious files. This allows the attack to proceed while the security software remains active, reducing suspicion.

At the core of the operation is a modified banking-focused malware strain known for targeting organizations across multiple countries. Alongside it, attackers install a legitimate enterprise management tool originally designed for system administration. In this campaign, the software is misused to remotely control infected machines, monitor user behavior, and manage stolen data centrally.

Supporting files are also deployed to strengthen control. These include automated scripts that change folder permissions, adjust user access rights, clean traces of activity, and enable detailed logging. A coordinating program manages these functions to ensure the attackers maintain persistent access.

Researchers note that the campaign combines deception, privilege escalation, stealth execution, and abuse of trusted software, reflecting a high level of technical sophistication and clear intent to maintain prolonged visibility into compromised systems.

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Attackers Hijack Microsoft Email Accounts to Launch Phishing Campaign Against Energy Firms

 


Cybercriminals have compromised Microsoft email accounts belonging to organizations in the energy sector and used those trusted inboxes to distribute large volumes of phishing emails. In at least one confirmed incident, more than 600 malicious messages were sent from a single hijacked account.

Microsoft security researchers explained that the attackers did not rely on technical exploits or system vulnerabilities. Instead, they gained access by using legitimate login credentials that were likely stolen earlier through unknown means. This allowed them to sign in as real users, making the activity harder to detect.

The attack began with emails that appeared routine and business-related. These messages included Microsoft SharePoint links and subject lines suggesting formal documents, such as proposals or confidentiality agreements. To view the files, recipients were asked to authenticate their accounts.

When users clicked the SharePoint link, they were redirected to a fraudulent website designed to look legitimate. The site prompted them to enter their Microsoft login details. By doing so, victims unknowingly handed over valid usernames and passwords to the attackers.

After collecting credentials, the attackers accessed the compromised email accounts from different IP addresses. They then created inbox rules that automatically deleted incoming emails and marked messages as read. This step helped conceal the intrusion and prevented account owners from noticing unusual activity.

Using these compromised inboxes, the attackers launched a second wave of phishing emails. These messages were sent not only to external contacts but also to colleagues and internal distribution lists. Recipients were selected based on recent email conversations found in the victim’s inbox, increasing the likelihood that the messages would appear trustworthy.

In this campaign, the attackers actively monitored inbox responses. They removed automated replies such as out-of-office messages and undeliverable notices. They also read replies from recipients and responded to questions about the legitimacy of the emails. All such exchanges were later deleted to erase evidence.

Any employee within an energy organization who interacted with the malicious links was also targeted for credential theft, allowing the attackers to expand their access further.

Microsoft confirmed that the activity began in January and described it as a short-duration, multi-stage phishing operation that was quickly disrupted. The company did not disclose how many organizations were affected, identify the attackers, or confirm whether the campaign is still active.

Security experts warn that simply resetting passwords may not be enough in these attacks. Because attackers can interfere with multi-factor authentication settings, they may maintain access even after credentials are changed. For example, attackers can register their own device to receive one-time authentication codes.

Despite these risks, multi-factor authentication remains a critical defense against account compromise. Microsoft also recommends using conditional access controls that assess login attempts based on factors such as location, device health, and user role. Suspicious sign-ins can then be blocked automatically.

Additional protection can be achieved by deploying anti-phishing solutions that scan emails and websites for malicious activity. These measures, combined with user awareness, are essential as attackers increasingly rely on stolen identities rather than software flaws.


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ESA Confirms Cyber Breach After Hacker Claims 200GB Data Theft

 

The European Space Agency (ESA) has confirmed a major cybersecurity incident in the external servers used for scientific cooperation. The hackers who carried out the operation claim responsibility for the breach in a post in the hacking community site BreachForums and claim that over 200 GB worth of data has been stolen, including source code, API tokens, and credentials. This incident highlights escalating cyber threats to space infrastructure amid growing interconnectedness in the sector 

It is alleged that the incident occurred around December 18, 2025, with an actor using the pseudonym "888" allegedly gaining access to ESA's JIRA and Bitbucket systems for an approximate week's duration. ESA claims that the compromised systems represented a "very small number" of systems not on their main network, which only included unclassified data meant for engineering partnerships. As a result, the agency conducted an investigation, secured the compromised systems, and notified stakeholders, while claiming that no mission critical systems were compromised. 

The leaked data includes CI/CD pipelines, Terraform files, SQL files, configurations, and hardcoded credentials, which have sparked supply chain security concerns. As for the leaked data, it includes screenshots from the breach, which show unauthorized access to private repositories. However, it is unclear whether this data is genuine or not. It is also unclear whether the leaked data is classified or not. As for security experts, it is believed that this data can be used for lateral movements by highly sophisticated attackers, even if it is unclassified. 

Adding to the trouble, the Lapsus$ group said they carried out a separate breach in September 2025, disclosing they exfiltrated 500 GB of data containing sensitive files on spacecraft operations, mission specifics, and contractor information involving partners such as SpaceX and Airbus. The ESA opened a criminal investigation, working with the authorities, however the immediate effects were minimized. The agency has been hit by a string of incidents since 2011, including skimmers placed on merchandise site readers. 

The series of breaches may be indicative of the "loosely coupled" regional space cooperative environment featuring among the ESA 23 member states. Space cybersecurity requirements are rising—as evidenced by open solicitations for security products—incidents like this may foster distrust of global partnerships. Investigations continue on what will be the long-term threats, but there is a pressing need for stronger protection.
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Phishing Network Exploits e-Challan System to Target Indian Vehicle Owners


 

India has developed a digital traffic enforcement ecosystem that has become more deeply integrated into everyday life, this means that cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting both the public's faith in government systems to perpetrate large-scale financial fraud on the country's streets. 

An e-Challan fraud scam that has recently been uncovered has revealed a comprehensive network of over 36 online fraud sites designed to impersonate government traffic portals and entice unsuspecting vehicle owners into disclosing sensitive financial information through phishing campaigns. It has emerged through Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs that the operation has demonstrated a strategic shift in cybercrime tactics. 

The operation reflects a move away from the delivery of malware through traditional techniques and towards browser-based deception that heavily relies on social engineering techniques. As a result of the fraudulent portals that closely resemble authentic e-Challan platforms, the fraudulent portals are mainly promoted through SMS messages that are sent to Indian motorists, taking advantage of the urgency and credibility associated with traffic violation notices in order to maximize the level of engagement with victims and financial losses they suffer.

Essentially, the phishing campaign targets vehicle owners by sending them carefully crafted SMS messages claiming they have been issued a traffic challan that has not been paid, but they really need to pay it immediately. The messages are designed to cause anxiety among recipients, often warning them of imminent license suspension, legal action, or escalating penalties if they fail to pay. 

The attackers manage to convince their victims that their links are authentic by instilling urgency and fear. Once the recipient clicks on the embedded link, they will be redirected to a fake website in which they would appear to be the official Regional Transport Office and e-Challan portals. A fake platform is a replica of the government's insignia, with its familiar layout and authoritative language, making it very difficult for users to distinguish it from legitimate services at first glance. 

In order to enhance the illusion of authenticity as well as to lower users’ defenses, visual accuracy plays a crucial role in reinforcing this illusion. The scam is based on presenting fabricated information regarding traffic violations. Victims are presented with challan records displaying relatively modest penalty amounts, usually ranging between $ 500 and $ 600. 

According to researchers, the modest sums of these tickets are deliberately chosen to minimize suspicion and encourage a quick payment. In spite of the fact that the violation data presented does not appear to be linked to any official government database, this data has been created simply to give the operation credibility.

However, the ultimate goal of the operation is not the payment of the penalty, but rather to harvest payment information for financial cards. One of the most prominent red flags identified by Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs is the fact that payment functionality on these fraudulent portals is restricted. 

The fake government platforms, on the other hand, accept only credit and debit cards, as opposed to the genuine government platforms which provide a variety of payment options, such as UPI and net banking. Users are asked for sensitive card information, such as their card numbers, expiration dates, CVV numbers, and names.

Although the portal appeared to accept repeated card submissions, even after a transaction appeared to have failed, there were several instances of the portal continuing to accept repeated card submissions. Upon analyzing this behavior, it appears that the attackers are collecting and transmitting card data to their backend systems regardless of whether a payment has been processed successfully, thus enabling multiple sets of financial credentials to be stolen from a single victim, allowing them to steal multiple sets of credentials from the same victim. 

Furthermore, an analysis of the campaign revealed a structured, multi-stage attack pattern. As part of the initial SMS messages, which are usually deceptive and often short URLs, that mimic official e-Challan branding, and that do not include any personalisation, the messages are easily sent at large numbers and do not require any personalisation to be successful. 

Mobile numbers are more frequently used to deliver messages than short codes, which increases delivery success and reduces immediate suspicions. The infrastructure analysis indicates that the attack has a broader scope and is currently evolving. 

Investigators found several phishing domains that were impersonating Indian services like e-Challan and Parivahan hosted by several attacker-controlled servers. As a result of subtle misspellings and naming variations, some of the domains closely resemble legitimate brands. This pattern implies that the campaign is utilizing rotating, automatically generated domains, an approach that has been widely used in recent years to avoid detection, takedowns, and security blocklists. 

Despite countermeasures, it has continued to grow and thrive. After further investigation into the fraudulent e-Challan portals, it has been found that the fraudulent e-Challan portals were part of a well-coordinated criminal ecosystem. 

Upon first glance, the backend infrastructure of both the phishing attacks appears to be based on the same technical system, and this reuse extends well beyond the usual phishing scams associated with traffic enforcement. 

In addition, this network has been observed hosting attacks impersonating prestigious international brands such as HSBC, DTDC, and Delhivery, and holding deceptive websites that purport to represent government-approved transport platforms such as Parivahan, held by officials of the Indian government. 

According to the research, a professional cybercrime operation with shared resources and standardized tools has been observed by consistently reusing the hosting infrastructure, page templates, and payment processes rather than being an assortment of disconnected or opportunistic fraud attempts. Researchers also discovered deliberate evasion strategies that were designed to extend the life of the campaign by bypassing detection and to prolong its lifespan. 

There have also been instances where domain names have been frequently rotated to evade takedowns and security blocklists. Also, there have been instances when phishing templates were originally written in Spanish, but were later translated automatically for Indian targets based on their translation. 

Through carefully crafted urgency-driven messaging, which pressures users to proceed in spite of visible risk indicators, browser security warnings have been neutralised in several cases. A significant number of the malicious domains linked to the operation are still active, underscoring the persistent nature of the campaign as well as the difficulty of disrupting trust-based digital fraud at scale. 

As digital payments and online civic services become more and more prevalent, experts warn that a lack of financial awareness and monitoring is likely to continue to occur in the future as such scams continue to be successful.

It is possible for individuals and businesses to prevent loss and minimize the risk of losses by maintaining clear financial records, routinely reconciling transactions, and closely tracking digital payment activities. There is a growing perception among the Indian business community that these practices are the frontline defence against sophisticated phishing-driven fraud, often supported by professional bookkeeping and financial oversight services. 

There has been an advisory issued by cybersecurity professionals to motorists over the past few weeks, urging them to be cautious when it comes to dealing with digital communications related to traffic. There is an advisory to citizens against clicking on links received in unsolicited messages claiming unpaid fines. 

They are also advised to verify challan details only on official government portals such as parivahan.gov.in, as well as to avoid payment pages that require card numbers in order to complete transactions. Cybercrime authorities need to be notified about suspicious messages and websites as soon as possible. 

More than 36 fake e-Challan websites have been discovered in the past few months. This is a stark reminder that even routine civic interactions can be exploited by organized cybercriminals when vigilance falls short. 

India's rapidly digitizing public services ecosystem, where convenience and accessibility can inadvertently increase cybercriminal attack surfaces, exemplifies a broader threat to this ecosystem. The scale and sophistication of this campaign underscores a broader challenge. 

With online portals becoming the default interface for civic interaction, experts emphasize that more public awareness should be raised, authentication cues should be clearer, and government agencies, telecom carriers, and financial institutions should work together better to disrupt fraud at its source by increasing public awareness. 

There are several proactive measures that could be taken to combat such scams in the future, such as monitoring domains in real-time, tightening SMS filtering, and adopting verified sender IDs widely among mass consumers. 

The importance of digital hygiene for users remains constant - questioning unexpected payments, checking information through official channels, and observing bank statements for irregularities - for users. 

As part of their preventive measures, financial institutions and payment service providers can also strengthen anomaly detection, and send timely alerts for suspicious card activities as soon as possible. 

As India continues to transition toward a digitally-driven governance system, as a result of the fake e-Challan operation, it should serve as a cautionary example of how everyday digital services can be weaponised at scale, reinforcing the need for vigilance, verification, and shared accountability as Indian governance constantly transforms.
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This Week in Cybersecurity: User Data Theft, AI-Driven Fraud, and System Vulnerabilities

 



This week surfaced several developments that accentuate how cyber threats continue to affect individuals, corporations, and governments across the globe.

In the United States, federal records indicate that Customs and Border Protection is expanding its use of small surveillance drones, shifting from limited testing to routine deployment. These unmanned systems are expected to significantly widen the agency’s monitoring capabilities, with some operations extending beyond physical U.S. borders. At the same time, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is preparing to roll out a new cybersecurity contract that would increase digital monitoring of its workforce. This move aligns with broader government efforts to tighten internal controls amid growing concerns about leaks and internal opposition.

On the criminal front, a major data extortion case has emerged involving user records linked to PornHub, one of the world’s most visited adult platforms. A hacking group associated with a broader online collective claims to have obtained hundreds of millions of data entries tied to paid users. The stolen material reportedly includes account-linked browsing activity and email addresses. The company has stated that the data appears to originate from a third-party analytics service it previously relied on, meaning the exposed records may be several years old. While sensitive financial credentials were not reported as part of the breach, the attackers have allegedly attempted to pressure the company through extortion demands, raising concerns about how behavioral data can be weaponized even years after collection.

Geopolitical tensions also spilled into cyberspace this week. Venezuela’s state oil firm reported a cyber incident affecting its administrative systems, occurring shortly after U.S. authorities seized an oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude. Officials in Caracas accused Washington of being behind the intrusion, framing it as part of a broader campaign targeting the country’s energy sector. Although the company said oil production continued, external reporting suggests that internal systems were temporarily disabled and shipping operations were disrupted. The U.S. government has not publicly accepted responsibility, and no independently verified technical evidence has been released.

In enterprise security, Cisco disclosed an actively exploited zero-day vulnerability affecting certain email security products used by organizations worldwide. Researchers confirmed that attackers had been abusing the flaw for weeks before public disclosure. The weakness exists within a specific email filtering feature and can allow unauthorized access under certain configurations. Cisco has not yet issued a patch but has advised customers to disable affected components as a temporary safeguard while remediation efforts continue.

Separately, two employees from cybersecurity firms admitted guilt in a ransomware operation, highlighting insider risk within the security industry itself. Court records show that the individuals used their professional expertise to carry out extortion attacks, including one case that resulted in a seven-figure ransom payment.

Together, these incidents reflect the expanding scope of cyber risk, spanning personal data privacy, national infrastructure, corporate security, and insider threats. Staying informed, verifying claims, and maintaining updated defenses remain essential in an increasingly complex digital environment.


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A Year of Unprecedented Cybersecurity Incidents Redefined Global Risk in 2025

 

The year 2025 marked a turning point in the global cybersecurity landscape, with the scale, frequency, and impact of attacks surpassing anything seen before. Across governments, enterprises, and critical infrastructure, breaches were no longer isolated technical failures but events with lasting economic, political, and social consequences. The year served as a stark reminder that digital systems underpinning modern life remain deeply vulnerable to both state-backed and financially motivated actors. 

Government systems emerged as some of the most heavily targeted environments. In the United States, multiple federal agencies suffered intrusions throughout the year, including departments responsible for financial oversight and national security. Exploited software vulnerabilities enabled attackers to gain access to sensitive systems, while foreign threat actors were reported to have siphoned sealed judicial records from court filing platforms. The most damaging episode involved widespread unauthorized access to federal databases, resulting in what experts described as the largest exposure of U.S. government data to date. Legal analysts warned that violations of established security protocols could carry long-term legal and national security ramifications. 

The private sector faced equally severe challenges, particularly from organized ransomware and extortion groups. One of the most disruptive campaigns involved attackers exploiting a previously unknown flaw in widely used enterprise business software. By silently accessing systems months before detection, the group extracted vast quantities of sensitive employee and executive data from organizations across education, healthcare, media, and corporate sectors. When victims were finally alerted, many were confronted with ransom demands accompanied by proof of stolen personal information, highlighting the growing sophistication of data-driven extortion tactics. 

Cloud ecosystems also proved to be a major point of exposure. A series of downstream breaches at technology service providers resulted in the theft of approximately one billion records stored within enterprise cloud platforms. By compromising vendors with privileged access, attackers were able to reach data belonging to some of the world’s largest technology companies. The stolen information was later advertised on leak sites, with new victims continuing to surface long after the initial disclosures, underscoring the cascading risks of interconnected software supply chains. 

In the United Kingdom, cyberattacks moved beyond data theft and into large-scale operational disruption. Retailers experienced outages and customer data losses that temporarily crippled supply chains. The most economically damaging incident struck a major automotive manufacturer, halting production for months and triggering financial distress across its supplier network. The economic fallout was so severe that government intervention was required to stabilize the workforce and prevent wider industrial collapse, signaling how cyber incidents can now pose systemic economic threats. 

Asia was not spared from escalating cyber risk. South Korea experienced near-monthly breaches affecting telecom providers, technology firms, and online retail platforms. Tens of millions of citizens had personal data exposed due to prolonged undetected intrusions and inadequate data protection practices. In one of the year’s most consequential incidents, a major retailer suffered months of unauthorized data extraction before discovery, ultimately leading to executive resignations and public scrutiny over corporate accountability. 

Collectively, the events of 2025 demonstrated that cybersecurity failures now carry consequences far beyond IT departments. Disruption, rather than data theft alone, has become a powerful weapon, forcing governments and organizations worldwide to reassess resilience, accountability, and the true cost of digital insecurity.
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