Cyber Security Headlines 2FA middleman, Archetyp seized, Zoomcar hacked
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Jun 17, 2025 Explore the alarming world of SMS two-factor authentication breaches, where telecom intermediaries play a dangerous role. Discover the police crackdown on Archetyp Market and the massive Zoomcar hack impacting 8.4 million users. Delve into evolving threats like DeerStealer malware and new cybersecurity recommendations from NIST. The podcast also highlights the ongoing antitrust investigation into Google and the significance of tailored cybersecurity solutions. Stay aware and informed about these critical issues!
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SMS 2FA Intermediary Risks
- SMS 2FA codes pass through multiple intermediaries without direct platform oversight.
- Companies like Fink Telecom process millions of such messages, raising potential security concerns.
Archetype Market Takedown
- Europol's Operation Deep Sentinel took down Archetype Market, a major dark web drug marketplace.
- Authorities arrested admins, moderators, and vendors across Europe during the disruption.
ZoomCar Breach Scale and Impact
- The ZoomCar hack exposed limited personal data of 8.4 million users.
- The breach spanned multiple countries but did not disrupt company operations materially.