threat-intel ATF Confirms Cyber Incident After Ransomware Group Claims Attack The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) suffered a cybersecurity incident, confirmed by the agency itself, and attributed to the Qilin ransomware group. While the incident didn't impact the agency's core systems, it led to a ‘major incident’ designation and an ongoing investigation. The Qilin grou… SecurityWeek · 2d ago Medium ransomwarezero-daydouble-extortion
threat-intel Lawmakers call for investigation into impact of CISA staffing cuts Lawmakers are demanding a Government Accountability Office (GAO) investigation into the impact of significant staffing cuts at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). These cuts, totaling nearly one-… The Record · Aug 21, 2026 High cisacybersecuritycritical infrastructure
threat-intel Former NSA Director Paul Nakasone Launches National Security Advisory Firm Retired NSA Director Paul Nakasone has launched a new national security advisory firm, Nakasone Group, to provide cybersecurity and risk management services to high-profile individuals and organizations. The firm leverag… SecurityWeek · Aug 21, 2026 Medium cybersecuritynational securityrisk management
threat-intel Latvian officials resign after cyberattack exposes data on 1.2 million people A major cyberattack targeting Latvia’s Road Traffic Safety Directorate (CSDD) has exposed data on approximately 1.2 million people and 200,000 businesses, prompting political turmoil and calls for the agency’s leadership… The Record · Aug 19, 2026 High LVcyberattackdata breachgovernment
policy ICE Collecting DNA Samples The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly collecting DNA samples from asylum seekers and immigrants, raising significant privacy and civil liberties concerns. This program, driven by ICE, utilizes a pr… Schneier on Security · Aug 19, 2026 Medium dnaprivacyimmigration
threat-intel China-Linked Hacker Shows AI Capabilities in APAC Attack A Chinese-language hacker group has demonstrated the use of AI-powered agents in a multi-stage attack targeting government agencies in the Asia-Pacific region, with Taiwan appearing as a likely target. The attack utilize… Dark Reading · Aug 19, 2026 High CHNOTAaicyberattackthreat intelligence
data-breach 680,000 Impacted by French Tax Authority Data Breach A data breach at France’s tax authority, the DGFiP, has exposed the personal information of approximately 680,000 individuals, including reference tax income and cadastral data. The breach followed a threat actor’s boast… SecurityWeek · Aug 17, 2026 High FRdata breachgovernmenttax
data-breach French tax authority admits data heist after crook touts 2M records The French tax authority, l'administration fiscale, has admitted to a data breach resulting in the potential theft of up to two million records. The breach was facilitated by a criminal attempting to sell the stolen data… The Register · Aug 14, 2026 Medium FRdata breachgovernmentcybersecurity
threat-intel France investigates tax authority breach after hacker claims 600,000 victims France’s tax authority, DGFiP, is investigating a breach that a hacker claims impacted over 600,000 individuals and businesses. The attacker gained unauthorized access to systems in late June, allowing them to steal data… The Record · Aug 14, 2026 High FRdata breachfrancegovernment
threat-intel Three intrusions at UK criminal records office went undetected for two years The UK criminal records office, ACRO, suffered three undetected intrusions over two years due to severe security failings, including unaddressed vulnerabilities in its public-facing website and ignored cybersecurity aler… The Record · Aug 12, 2026 High security breachdata breachransomware
threat-intel ICE Is Buying Access to Credit Card Records The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Intelligence and Operations (I&O) division is reportedly purchasing access to credit card transaction data from a private company, effectively giving them a massive window into… Schneier on Security · Aug 7, 2026 High surveillanceprivacydata-collection
threat-intel Hackers steal 31,000 records identifying people behind Liechtenstein companies, foundations Hackers breached the Liechtenstein Register of Beneficial Owners, exposing data on 31,000 individuals linked to companies, foundations, and trusts. This breach, prompted by a cyberattack, highlights the vulnerability of… The Record · Aug 3, 2026 Medium LIgovernmentdata breachfinancial
threat-intel UK government investment arm cops to 40-hour leak of officials' contact details The UK government’s investment arm experienced a 40-hour data leak exposing officials’ contact details. This incident highlights a broader vulnerability within government systems and raises concerns about data security p… The Register · Aug 3, 2026 Medium UKIRCHdata breachphishingvulnerability
threat-intel Cyber extortionists steal data from UK Department for Education Cybercriminals, identifying as ExfilSquad, have stolen data from the UK Department for Education and the Police National Legal Database, potentially exposing names, email addresses, and contact details of over 600,000 in… The Record · Jul 30, 2026 High UKransomwaredata breachcybercrime
threat-intel US and Allies Update SBOM Guidance The US government, alongside 13 allied nations, has released updated guidance on Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) to enhance software supply chain security and transparency. This revised guidance builds upon previous e… SecurityWeek · Jul 30, 2026 Info USAUsbomsupply chainsoftware security
threat-intel Senate confirms Clayton as intel chief after delays The Senate confirmed Jay Clayton as the next Director of National Intelligence, a position that comes amidst significant challenges for the intelligence community. Clayton’s confirmation follows a turbulent process marke… The Record · Jul 28, 2026 Medium IRCHintelfisapolitics
threat-intel Andy Burnham signals continuity on UK cyber policy, reappoints minister despite scrapping ministry Following a government reshuffle, UK cybersecurity minister Liz Lloyd has been reappointed to her role, maintaining continuity on the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill. The government has reorganized departments, splitt… The Record · Jul 24, 2026 Medium UKcybersecurityukcyber policy
threat-intel Kenya probes hack of president's website after bitcoin ransom demand Kenya’s presidential website was hacked, with attackers demanding a ransom of five bitcoins in exchange for not releasing sensitive information. The incident follows a previous coordinated attack in November 2025, highli… The Record · Jul 21, 2026 Medium KEcyberattackransomwaregovernment
threat-intel Hackers were inside South Korea's diplomat training system for 9 months Hackers gained unauthorized access to South Korea's diplomat training system for nine months, stealing personal information from former and current Ministry of Foreign Affairs employees. The breach was facilitated by a p… The Record · Jul 20, 2026 High KRdata breachzero-daydiplomacy
threat-intel Zelensky appoints Ukraine's acting security service chief as acting defense minister Volodymyr Zelensky has appointed Yevhenii Khmara, a former head of Ukraine's SBU and a veteran of long-range strike operations, as Ukraine's acting defense minister following a government reshuffle and widespread protest… The Record · Jul 17, 2026 Info UAukrainedefenseintelligence
