ALL POSTS If a fake moustache can fool age checks, is the Online Safety Act working? Pieter Arntz May 7, 2026 0 Comments A UK report finds some progress since the Act came into force, but widespread workarounds, ongoing harm, and unresolved privacy concerns suggest the impact is still limited. Google Chrome’s silent 4GB AI download problem Pieter Arntz May 6, 2026 0 Comments Google Chrome writes a 4GB AI model to users’ devices without asking, and reinstalls it if you delete it. Attackers adopt JavaScript runtime Bun to spread NWHStealer Gabriele Orini May 6, 2026 0 Comments A legitimate developer tool is being repurposed by attackers to package and spread this Windows infostealer in harder-to-detect ways. Millions of students’ personal data stolen in major education breach Pieter Arntz May 6, 2026 0 Comments ShinyHunters claims it stole personal data from 275 million users on Instructure’s Canvas platform across schools and education providers. Update WhatsApp now: Two new flaws could expose you to malicious files Pieter Arntz May 5, 2026 0 Comments WhatsApp patches flaws that could expose users to malicious content and disguised malware. Cyberattacks are raising your prices (Lock and Code S07E09) Malwarebytes Labs May 4, 2026 0 Comments This week on the Lock and Code podcast, we speak with Eva Velasquez about small business cyberattacks and the "cyber tax" coming for us all. Thousands of Facebook accounts stolen by phishing emails sent through Google Pieter Arntz May 4, 2026 0 Comments In an ongoing operation, hackers are hijacking Facebook accounts using Google AppSheet to send phishing emails that pass security checks. The 2026 World Cup scam economy is already running before the first whistle Stefan Dasic May 4, 2026 0 Comments A four-part scam economy is already forming around the 2026 World Cup, using the tournament’s brand to sell everything from fake visas to worthless tokens. A week in security (April 27 – May 3) Malwarebytes Labs May 4, 2026 0 Comments A list of topics we covered in the week of April 27 to May 3 of 2026 1 2 3 … 620 Next Contributors Threat Center Podcast Glossary Scams
