Hacking

A cyberattack targeted a car breathalyzer firm, leaving drivers stuck. WIRED covered the incident in its security news published on March 21, 2026.

18. März 2026 Von KI berichtet

A hacking technique called DarkSword, used by Russian hackers, can compromise iPhones running iOS 18 simply by visiting infected websites. Discovered in the wild, this tool has been deployed in espionage and cybercriminal campaigns to target thousands of devices indiscriminately. It is now available online in a reusable form, risking a large portion of iPhone users worldwide.

A hacker using the name Lovely has claimed responsibility for breaching a Condé Nast user database, releasing over 2.3 million records from WIRED magazine. The data includes personal details like names, emails, addresses, and phone numbers, but no passwords. The hacker threatens to leak an additional 40 million records from other Condé Nast publications in the coming weeks.

29. Dezember 2025 Von KI berichtet

The year 2025 saw a series of severe cybersecurity incidents, from university data breaches to supply chain disruptions. Amid geopolitical shifts under President Donald Trump, ransomware and state-sponsored attacks became routine threats. These events highlight the persistent vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure.

The DDoS group Aisuru has launched what is reported as the largest distributed denial-of-service attack on record, reaching 29.7 terabits per second. This surpasses previous benchmarks in scale and intensity. The incident highlights ongoing threats in cybersecurity.

1. Dezember 2025 Von KI berichtet

South Korean authorities have pointed to North Korea's Lazarus hacking group as the likely culprit behind a $30 million cryptocurrency theft from the nation's largest exchange, Upbit. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday evening, involved hackers impersonating administrators to siphon funds. Upbit has suspended operations and pledged to cover all losses.