Cybersecurity News

ClickFix Attacks Deliver macOS Stealer That Can Drain Crypto Wallets

Matched: cryptocurrency

A ClickFix-style attack campaign is targeting macOS users with Go-based malware that steals cryptocurrency, browser passwords, Apple iCloud Keychain data, and cached credentials. The infection chain uses a shell script to profile the host before delivering a CPU-compatible payload, allowing attackers to drain crypto wallets and harvest sensitive data from compromised machines.

Anthropic Updates Claude Fable 5’s Biology Safeguards to Reduce False Positives

Matched: health

Anthropic has updated Claude Fable 5's biology safety classifiers, reducing false positives by around 85%. Users asking legitimate health, medical, or educational biology questions will less often be incorrectly redirected to the less capable Opus 5 model. The change aims to improve accuracy in distinguishing genuine safety concerns from benign biology-related queries across Anthropic's product surfaces.

New cyber intelligence hub reveals fake online stores among Australia's top scam threats

Matched: Australia

Australia's top online threats include fake stores, according to Gen's new Fearless Planet Index, a cyber intelligence hub using real-world data to monitor global scams. The platform tracks emerging threats and highlights how fraudulent retail websites remain a significant risk for Australian consumers, alongside other common scam types identified through ongoing intelligence gathering.

Major investment firm buying HSBC in Australia caught up in Wall Street hack wave

Matched: Australia

Blackstone, the private equity firm acquiring HSBC's Australian mortgage and loan business, has been caught up in a wave of cyberattacks hitting major Wall Street firms. The incidents have affected several large financial institutions, raising concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities across the sector amid high-profile deal activity.

Australia’s use of AI is growing faster than its foundations

Matched: Australia

Australia's AI adoption and spending are increasing rapidly, but the country risks undermining its returns by neglecting foundational elements. Experts warn that gaps in data quality, governance frameworks and clear accountability structures could limit AI's effectiveness. Without addressing these underlying issues, organisations may struggle to realise the full benefits of their AI investments despite growing enthusiasm for the technology.

One Fake Movie Download Can Expose Passwords, Payments and Crypto Assets

Matched: cryptocurrency

Cybercriminals are distributing fake downloads of the 2026 film "The Odyssey" to spread Lumma Stealer malware. Once executed, it silently harvests saved browser passwords, payment card details, and cryptocurrency wallets from infected systems. Researchers identified the campaign within days of the film's release, exploiting its popularity to lure victims seeking pirated copies.

Updoc says a cyber incident may have exposed customer data

Matched: Australia, health

Australian telehealth provider Updoc has disclosed a cybersecurity incident that may have exposed customer personal data. The company said it became aware of the breach and is investigating whether patient information was accessed by unauthorised parties. Updoc offers 24/7 telehealth services and holds sensitive health and personal data. Affected customers have been advised to remain vigilant.

NAB to begin testing of agentic AI for customers

Matched: Australia

NAB will begin testing an agentic AI platform for its lending operations. The system would allow AI to autonomously complete multi-step tasks on behalf of customers, such as gathering documents and progressing loan applications. The bank said the technology could significantly reduce processing times, though it emphasised human oversight would remain part of the process.

A glass darkly: Electronic Frontiers Australia calls for ban on best-selling Kmart smart glasses

Matched: Australia

Electronic Frontiers Australia is calling for a ban on smart glasses sold at Kmart, warning the devices pose serious privacy risks. Similar to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses, the products can discreetly record video and audio, raising concerns about covert surveillance, harassment, and facial recognition misuse. The digital rights group argues existing Australian privacy laws are insufficient to address the threat the glasses' growing popularity presents.