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SoundCloud, the popular global audio streaming platform, has confirmed a large-scale data exposure incident affecting approximately 29.8 million user accounts, making it one of the most significant cybersecurity incidents reported in early 2026. The breach traces back to unauthorized activity detected in December 2025, though the full scale of the incident became public only in January 2026 after the exposed dataset surfaced online. Unlike traditional cyberattacks involving direct database compromise, this incident stemmed from a sophisticated data enumeration and scraping technique that exploited platform functionality. How the Breach Happened According to cybersecurity researchers, the attackers abused a mechanism that allowed…

were notified by the Government of India under the Information Technology Act, 2000 and came into force on 11 April 2011. These rules regulate how organizations handle Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI) in electronic form and impose legal accountability for negligence in data protection. Applicability The rules apply to every body corporate, including companies, firms, sole proprietorships, and professional entities that: Foreign entities are also covered if the data processing has a nexus with India. Sensitive Personal Data or Information (SPDI) SPDI under the rules includes: Information that is publicly available or disclosed under the RTI Act is excluded.…

Chinese state-linked hackers have compromised mobile phones connected to senior figures within the UK government, according to findings from ongoing intelligence and security investigations. The breach was detected after authorities identified unauthorized access to communications linked to individuals involved in sensitive government and policy matters. Investigators assess that the operation was designed for silent surveillance and long-term intelligence collection, not for disruption, financial fraud, or data destruction. UK officials concluded that the activity bears the hallmarks of a state-sponsored cyber-espionage operation aligned with Chinese interests, based on technical indicators, infrastructure analysis, and intelligence shared with allied nations. The attackers focused…

A serious case of digital arrest fraud that took place in Surat, Gujarat, has reached a key stage after the main accused was arrested at Delhi International Airport on 26 January 2026. The case involves online fraud worth ₹1.71 crore, carried out by impersonating law-enforcement officials. How the Incident Happened The incident began in December 2024, when the victims started receiving calls and WhatsApp video calls from unknown individuals. The callers introduced themselves as police and cyber crime officers. During the calls, the victims were told that their bank accounts were linked to illegal transactions. They were warned that an…

A few years ago, most people rarely heard the word cybersecurity.Today, it is everywhere — news headlines, job portals, company policies, government laws, and even daily conversations. This is not a trend.This is a response to a real problem. Let’s understand what cybersecurity actually is, why it suddenly matters so much, and why its demand has increased worldwide — clearly, honestly, and without technical confusion. What Cybersecurity Really Means (No Complicated Definitions) Cybersecurity means protecting digital systems and digital data from misuse, theft, damage, and unauthorized access. That’s it. It is about protecting: Whenever information is stored, processed, or transferred…

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Nike has initiated an internal cybersecurity investigation after a threat actor group calling itself WorldLeaks claimed it had accessed internal company data and threatened public disclosure. The claim surfaced after WorldLeaks listed Nike on its leak site, alleging possession of internal information. At the time of reporting, the group has not released sample data publicly, and no independent verification of data exfiltration has been confirmed. Nike acknowledged awareness of the claim and stated that it is actively reviewing the situation. The company has not confirmed that a breach has occurred and has not disclosed details regarding the nature or scope…

A resident of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, has fallen victim to a cyber fraud after being lured by a fake work-from-home job offer, resulting in a financial loss of ₹11.77 lakh, according to a police complaint. The incident came to light after the victim reported the matter to the cyber crime police. The case highlights the growing threat of online job scams targeting individuals through messaging platforms. How the Fraud Happened The victim was initially contacted through WhatsApp with an offer of an online work-from-home job involving simple digital tasks. To gain trust, the fraudsters made a few small payments, which…

Background and Legislative Origin The Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act) was enacted by the Parliament of India to address the legal challenges arising from the use of computers, networks, and electronic data.The Act was passed in 2000 and came into force on 17 October 2000. It was India’s first law specifically designed to regulate digital activity and cybercrime. Purpose of the IT Act The Act was introduced to: The core intent is to ensure that digital activities are subject to the rule of law. Scope and Applicability The IT Act applies to: It applies to individuals, companies, service providers,…

Cybersecurity researchers have recently identified a new ransomware strain named Osiris.This ransomware is notable because it uses a vulnerable but digitally signed driver to bypass endpoint security solutions before encrypting systems. Unlike common ransomware families that rely mainly on phishing emails or simple malware loaders, Osiris operates at a deeper system level. It abuses a known vulnerable driver, commonly referred to as POORTRY, to gain kernel-level privileges. Once loaded, this driver allows the attacker to disable security products such as EDR and antivirus tools silently. After security protections are neutralized, the ransomware proceeds with encryption. By the time encryption begins,…