Cyber Security Headlines Ingram Micro cyberattack, Telefonica possible breach, LLM URL recommendation problem
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Jul 7, 2025 Ingram Micro faces a severe ransomware attack, raising alarms about evolving cyber threats. A potential data breach at Telefonica adds to the worries, hinting at vulnerabilities in telecom security. Meanwhile, ChatGPT's tendency to suggest incorrect URLs opens up new avenues for phishing scams. These incidents underscore the increasing need for robust cybersecurity measures in our digital landscape.
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Ingram Micro Ransomware Incident
- Ingram Micro suffered a ransomware attack that disrupted management of Microsoft 365 and Dropbox licenses.
- The ransomware group SafePay claimed responsibility, criticizing Ingram Micro's network misconfiguration.
Telefonica Data Breach Details
- Telefonica suffered a new breach on May 30th separate from its January incident.
- The attack was by a member of Hellcat ransomware group exploiting Jira server misconfiguration.
LLMs' URL Recommendation Risks
- ChatGPT recommends correct URLs only 66% of the time, risking users landing on dead or incorrect sites.
- This flaw creates phishing opportunities as attackers could buy unregistered domains suggested by the AI.