Google has launched an AI-powered ransomware detection feature for its Drive for desktop utility, designed to protect users from potential data corruption caused by ransomware attacks. The feature, now in beta for commercial customers, utilizes an AI model trained on millions of ransomware samples to identify signs of malicious file modifications. When an attack is detected, the system automatically pauses file syncing, alerts users, and allows for the restoration of files to a previous state. …

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new Android banking trojan named Datzbro, which targets elderly individuals by using AI-generated content to promote fraudulent travel events on Facebook. This malware can conduct device takeover attacks, steal credentials, and execute financial fraud through various malicious operations, including keylogging and remote control. Researchers believe the threat is linked to a Chinese-speaking criminal group, as indicated by the malware’s design and command-and-control infrastructure. The emergence of such sophisticated threats underscores …

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning regarding a critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-32463) in the Linux sudo package, which is being actively exploited in real-world attacks. This flaw allows local attackers to escalate privileges and execute commands with root access even without being listed in the sudoers file, affecting versions 1.9.14 to 1.9.17. CISA has mandated that federal agencies apply mitigations by October 20 or cease using sudo altogether. The vulnerability, …

Ajeenkya DY Patil University (ADYPU) in Pune has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Air Force (IAF) to foster collaboration in research, innovation, and technology application in defense. The partnership, attended by senior IAF officials, aims to blend academic excellence with practical defense needs, allowing students to engage with real-world challenges and develop solutions aligned with the IAF’s operational requirements. Faculty and students will work on innovative projects, participate in Air Force …

Japanese beverage giant Asahi Group Holdings has halted production at its domestic factories following a cyber attack on September 29, which led to significant operational disruptions, including order processing and shipping. With 30 plants across Japan, the company is currently investigating the extent of the production stoppage, although no personal data breaches have been reported. The lack of clarity on when operations will resume raises concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to cyber threats, …