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hackers
Technology How hackers allegedly stole $1.7 million worth of condoms from a Walmart shipment
A shipment of ONE Condoms and Move lubricant worth $1.7 million was allegedly stolen after hackers used a phishing email to impersonate a legitimate trucking carrier. The cargo was rerouted to a Bronx warehouse instead of a Walmart distribution center in Pennsylvania. The FBI reported that cyber-enabled cargo theft losses in the US and Canada reached nearly $725 million in 2025, up 60% from the previous year.
Technology Microsoft Defender Zero-Day Exploit Threatens System Security
A newly disclosed zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft Defender, named 'RoguePlanet', allows attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges on Windows 10 and 11. Security researcher Chaotic Eclipse revealed this exploit, highlighting ongoing tensions with Microsoft over vulnerability disclosures.
Technology Linux Kernel Vulnerability: A Single Character Threat
A logic inversion bug in the Linux kernel, identified as CVE-2026-23111, allows privilege escalation, affecting major distributions like Debian, Ubuntu, and RHEL. The vulnerability highlights challenges in managing AI-driven bug reports.
Technology Cyberattack on Canvas Exploits Finals Week Stress
Hackers targeted Canvas during finals week, leveraging the stress of students and faculty to maximize impact. The attack by ShinyHunters disrupted exams and forced rapid responses from educational institutions.