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CYBERAug 11Malicious MCP Servers Can Split Instructions to Make AI Coding Agents Exfiltrate SecretsThe Hacker News
CYBERAug 7Nearly 800 Malicious npm Packages Deliver Cross-Platform RAT and InfostealerThe Hacker News
CYBERAug 5Open VSX Removes 77 Malicious Evil Twin Extensions Exfiltrating Developer DataThe Hacker News
CYBERAug 4Nigerian banks remain strong and secure as global cyber campaign sweeps across sectors, continentsZenith Bank in response advised its customers to direct all enquiries to Zenith Direct on 0700-936-4842265, +234-201-278-7000, 0904-085-7000 and email: zenithdirect@zenithbank.com” The post Nigerian banks remain strong and secure as global cyber campaign sweeps across sectors, continents appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CYBERAug 4Google Deletes 3 ADK AI Workflows After Malicious GitHub Issue Could Trigger Privileged AgentThe Hacker News
CYBERAug 318 Malicious npm Packages Deliver Cross-Platform RAT to Alibaba Tool UsersThe Hacker News
CYBERJul 29Researchers Show a Single Malicious Webpage Visit Can Compromise Tor BrowserThe Hacker News
CYBERJul 28Nigerian extradited to US jailed over sextortion scheme linked to young man’s deathA Nigerian national, Afeez Olatunji Adewale, has been sentenced to 60 months in prison in the United States for his role in a money laundering conspiracy and wire fraud scheme connected to the sexual extortion and death of a young man in Pennsylvania. The post Nigerian extradited to US jailed over sextortion scheme linked to young man’s death appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CYBERJul 24What Nigerian companies, regulators, others must do to prevent prevailing cyber attacks – ExpertsWeak identity and access management remain one of the leading causes of unauthorised access to corporate systems, according to the cybersecurity expert. The post What Nigerian companies, regulators, others must do to prevent prevailing cyber attacks – Experts appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CYBERJul 24Cybercriminals, family members from Nigeria, other countries face new US visa banThe United States has introduced a new global visa restriction policy targeting individuals involved in cybercrime, cyberscams and sextortion, with immediate family members of offenders also facing possible visa restrictions under the new measures. The post Cybercriminals, family members from Nigeria, other countries face new US visa ban appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CYBERJul 24SPECIAL REPORT: Inside AI scam ads exploiting TikTok’s advertising system to defraud NigeriansThe apparent moderation gaps are providing fraudsters with a powerful channel to reach potential victims and lend credibility to their fraudulent schemes through sponsored placement. The post SPECIAL REPORT: Inside AI scam ads exploiting TikTok’s advertising system to defraud Nigerians appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
CYBERJul 22Nigerian man indicted in US over alleged $300,000 romance fraud schemeA 45-year-old Nigerian, Okeoghene Patrick Udugba, residing in Frisco, Texas, has been indicted by a US federal grand jury over his alleged involvement in a romance scam and business email compromise scheme that prosecutors say defrauded a US government agency of more than $300,000. The post Nigerian man indicted in US over alleged $300,000 romance fraud scheme appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CYBERJul 22WhatsApp usernames : Why Somalia fears they will pose a security riskSomalia expresses fears that WhatsApp usernames could pose a security risk. This indicates a potential cybersecurity concern with implications for national security.bbc.co.uk · United Kingdom
CYBERJul 20SleeperGem Uses Three Malicious RubyGems Packages to Target Developer MachinesCybersecurity researchers have flagged a new software supply chain attack codenamed SleeperGem targeting the Ruby ecosystem after three malicious gems were published to RubyGems with the end goal of serving additional payloads. The rogue gems are listed below - git_credential_manager (versions 2.8.0, 2.8.1, 2.8.2, 2.8.3) - Published on July 18, 2026 Dendreo (versions 1.1.3, 1.1.4) -The Hacker News
CYBERJul 19RESCENE agency steps up action against malicious posts and defamationAn agency is increasing its efforts to combat malicious online posts and defamation. This action aims to address negative online content.allkpop.com · South Korea
CYBERJul 172 Nigerians, one other jailed in UK after stealing almost £5m in police impersonation scamThree men, including two Nigerians, have been sentenced to a combined 28 years and nine months in prison for stealing nearly £5 million in cryptocurrency from victims through an elaborate fraud scheme. The post 2 Nigerians, one other jailed in UK after stealing almost £5m in police impersonation scam appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
CYBERJul 16France explored Pegasus spyware deal despite Morocco espionage claimsFrance briefly explored acquiring the controversial Pegasus spyware in 2019, according to media investigations, even as Morocco was allegedly using the Israeli-made surveillance tool to target French ministers. The report claims President Emmanuel Macron ultimately rejected the purchase to avoid reliance on foreign technology. Morocco has denied the spying allegations.France 24 [en]
CYBERJul 16New Pegasus spyware revelations as French PM visits MoroccoPRESS REVIEW - Thursday, July 7: we look into new revelations on the Moroccan surveillance apparatus, five years after the first wave of the Pegasus spyware scandal. In other news, support for Israel is floundering on both sides of the political spectrum in Washington ahead of Israeli prime Minister Bejamin Netanyahu's visit this weekend. Finally, we look at international reactions to the World Cup semi-final, when Argentina made a historic comeback, quashing the Three Lions' hope of putting an end to 60 years of hurt.France 24 [en]
CYBERJul 15Cursor Flaw Lets Malicious Cloned Repositories Trigger Windows Code ExecutionThe Hacker News
CYBERJul 15Nigeria Deepens Cybersecurity Efforts as Cybercriminals See More ProfitsThe West African country advanced rules to force organizations to disclose cyberattacks, joining other nations in a shift to mandated transparency.Dark Reading
CYBERJul 14Cursor IDE Auto-Executes Malicious Code in Poisoned ReposDark Reading
CYBERJul 13Nigerian Firms Vulnerable to Cyberattacks Despite Audit SuccNigerian firms are reportedly susceptible to cyberattacks, despite unspecified audit successes. This indicates a persistent cybersecurity risk for businesses in the region.punchng.com · Nigeria
CYBERBREAKINGJul 11Critical Zimbra Flaw Could Let Crafted Emails Run Malicious Code in User SessionsThe Hacker News
CYBERJul 9Top AI Agents Built to Catch Malicious Code Can Be Tricked Into Running ItThe Hacker News