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Microsoft: EvilTokens phishing compromised more than 12,000 inboxes
Microsoft says the EvilTokens service tricked people into approving attacker-controlled sign-ins with device codes. Do not enter a code from an unexpected message, even if the link opens Microsoft’s real sign-in page.
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Revolut customers targeted by phishing texts after data disclosure
Revolut customers have received convincing text messages days after the company acknowledged disclosing some customer records to an unauthorized party. The link may lead to a fake identity check and password page.
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Talos report finds ransomware activity still high in Japan
Cisco Talos reported 90 organizations in Japan affected by ransomware from January through July 2026. Smaller organizations made up most of the observed victims, with remote access and stolen accounts among the concerns.
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Federal guidance explains how cyber decoys can spot suspicious access
Cyber decoys are accounts, systems, or data made to look legitimate so defenders can notice unusual activity. Before using one, an organization should decide who will review its alerts and what happens next.
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Antivirus renewal scams use polished fake pages
A fake renewal page can collect your name, email, and phone number even when no charge exists. Check your bank and antivirus account directly before responding.
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Chrome 153 for Android Begins Rolling Out With Security Fixes
Google says Chrome 153 will reach Android devices through Google Play over the next few days. Check your installed version and update there when the new release appears.
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Chrome Extended Stable 152.0.7977.130 rolls out to Windows and Mac
Google is rolling out Chrome version 152.0.7977.130 to the Extended Stable channel for Windows and Mac. Check Chrome itself, but do not use unofficial downloads to force the update.
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Microsoft: EvilTokens phishing compromised more than 12,000 inboxes
Microsoft says the EvilTokens service tricked people into approving attacker-controlled sign-ins with device codes. Do not enter a code from an unexpected message, even…
Revolut customers targeted by phishing texts after data disclosure
Revolut customers have received convincing text messages days after the company acknowledged disclosing some customer records to an unauthorized party. The link may lead…
Talos report finds ransomware activity still high in Japan
Cisco Talos reported 90 organizations in Japan affected by ransomware from January through July 2026. Smaller organizations made up most of the observed victims,…
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