Cyber Security Headlines Coupang CEO resigns, hactivists target US infrastructure, Israeli cybersecurity hits record funding
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Dec 11, 2025 Big changes are afoot as Coupang's CEO steps down after a massive data breach affecting 34 million customers. Meanwhile, pro-Russia hacktivists are targeting critical US infrastructure, posing serious risks to water, food, and energy systems. In brighter news, Israeli cybersecurity startups have achieved record funding, raising an astonishing $4.4 billion, propelled by advancements in AI and endpoint security. The digital landscape is buzzing with threats and innovation, making cybersecurity more crucial than ever.
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Retail CEO Resigns After Massive Breach
- Coupang's CEO Park Dae-jun resigned after a breach exposed data from ~34 million customers.
- The company appointed Harold Rogers as interim CEO while South Korean authorities probe the incident.
VNC Misconfigurations Threaten Critical Systems
- Pro-Russia hacktivist groups are exploiting poorly secured VNC to access critical U.S. infrastructure HMIs.
- CISA warns the attacks are unsophisticated now but could escalate as tactics evolve.
Israeli Cyber Funding Reaches New Peak
- Israeli cybersecurity funding hit a record $4.4 billion with strong momentum in AI and endpoint security.
- The ecosystem expanded over 500% in a decade, showing sustained investor interest.