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HackRead, established on November 11, 2011, serves as your portal to the expansive realm of the Internet, focusing on Technology, Security, Privacy, Surveillance, Cyber Warfare, Cybercrime, and up-to-date Hacking News, along with comprehensive reviews of Social Media Platforms. We pride ourselves on being a trustworthy and credible news outlet for essential subjects related to Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security, Warfare, and Hacking. Our platform offers daily updates and valuable insights on significant developments, threats, and tools pertaining to IT and Computer Security. We have been referenced by various AntiVirus software programs that many users rely on for their online safety. Notably, our in-depth investigative journalism led to HackRead being cited as a resource by McAfee® Labs in their Threats Report for the third quarter of 2013.

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How an Email, Crypto Wallet and YouTube Activity Led the FBI to IntelBroker

1 day ago | hackread.com | Amir Waqas

Authorities in the United States have charged a British national, Kai Logan West, widely known online as “IntelBroker“, with a series of high-profile data breaches that collectively caused at least $25 million in damages to companies worldwide. The 23-year-old was arrested in France in February 2025 and now faces extradition to the United States to stand trial in the Southern District of New York.
BreachForums: ShinyHunters Members Arrested, IntelBroker Identified as Kai West

2 days ago | hackread.com | Amir Waqas

In a major development against global cybercrime, French authorities have apprehended several key individuals believed to be instrumental in operating BreachForums, a notorious online marketplace where stolen data is bought and sold. The arrests, executed by France’s Cybercrime Brigade (BL2C) earlier this week, target figures deeply entrenched in high-profile data breaches and persistent attempts to revive the illicit forum after previous takedowns.
New WordPress Malware Hides on Checkout Pages and Imitates Cloudflare

3 days ago | hackread.com | Deeba Ahmed

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a highly advanced malware campaign targeting WordPress websites, capable of stealing credit card details, user logins, and even profiling victims. Discovered on May 16, 2025, by the Wordfence Threat Intelligence Team, this malware is packaged as a deceptive WordPress plugin and uses never-before-seen anti-detection methods.
SparkKitty Spyware on App Store and Play Store, Steals Photos for Crypto Data

3 days ago | hackread.com | Deeba Ahmed

Cybersecurity researchers at Kaspersky have reported a new spyware operation, dubbed SparkKitty, that has infected apps available on both the official Apple App Store and Google Play. This spyware aims to steal all images from users’ mobile devices, with a suspected focus on finding cryptocurrency information. The campaign has been active since early 2024, mainly targeting users in Southeast Asia and China.
Androxgh0st Botnet Expands Reach, Exploiting US University Servers

3 days ago | hackread.com | Deeba Ahmed

New CloudSEK findings show Androxgh0st botnet evolving. Academic institutions, including UC San Diego, hit. Discover how this sophisticated threat uses RCE and web shells, and steps to protect against it. A recent investigation by CloudSEK shared with Hackread.com, reveals a major evolution in the Androxgh0st botnet’s operations, demonstrating a sharp increase in its ability to compromise systems.
Kali Linux 2025.1c Fixes Key Issue, Adds New Tools and Interface Updates

3 days ago | hackread.com | Deeba Ahmed

Kali Linux users face update errors due to a lost signing key in April 2025. Learn how to identify if your system is affected and get the new repository key to secure your installation and access the latest software. Users of Kali Linux, a popular operating system designed for security testing, are facing potential issues with software updates and downloads. These problems stem from a lost signing key, which could expose systems to security threats.
Salt Typhoon Targets Telecoms via Router Flaws, Warn FBI and Canada

4 days ago | hackread.com | Amir Waqas

A newly released advisory from the FBI and Canada’s Cyber Centre warns of an ongoing cyber espionage campaign by a China-linked group that is targeting telecom networks worldwide. The report, issued June 20, 2025, points to “Salt Typhoon,” a notorious Chinese APT group using known vulnerabilities in routers and other edge network devices to steal sensitive data.
China-linked LapDogs Campaign Drops ShortLeash Backdoor with Fake Certs

4 days ago | hackread.com | Deeba Ahmed

Cybersecurity experts at SecurityScorecard have discovered a widespread cyber espionage operation, dubbed LapDogs, which has compromised an unknown number of devices (probably thousands) around the world since September 2023. This stealthy campaign, likely originating from a China-based group, focuses on long-term surveillance and data theft, primarily targeting the United States, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.
Fake DMV Texts Scam Thousands in Widespread Phishing Campaign

4 days ago | hackread.com | Amir Waqas

A series of fraudulent text messages impersonating state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs) has spread throughout the United States tricking thousands of Americans into handing over sensitive personal and financial information. According to Check Point Research, the campaign first identified in May 2025 used spoofed SMS messages and fake websites to exploit public trust in local authorities and collect data on a large scale.
Fake Minecraft Mods on GitHub Found Stealing Player Data

4 days ago | hackread.com | Amir Waqas

A new malware campaign has been targeting Minecraft players through fake mod downloads, according to recent findings from Check Point Research (CPR). Shared through GitHub and disguised as popular Minecraft cheat mods, the files carry a layered infection that can steal everything from saved passwords to cryptocurrency. The campaign, which surfaced in March 2025, focused on active players using mods to enhance their gameplay.