CyberWire Daily

From cryptomixers to recipe mixers.

Dec 1, 2025
European authorities make headlines by shutting down an illegal cryptomixer, seizing a treasure trove of data tied to criminal activities. A shocking conviction occurs in Australia as a man receives a seven-year sentence for running fraudulent airport Wi-Fi networks. Major breaches are reported, including one affecting over 33 million customers in South Korea. The conversation shifts to cybersecurity innovations, with insights from Microsoft on redefining global defense strategies and addressing the evolving cyber threat landscape. Plus, holiday scammers target Cyber Monday shoppers!
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INSIGHT

Scale Of Crypto Mixing Revealed

  • Europol's seizure of Cryptomixer revealed 12TB of data that can identify users.
  • CryptoMixer allegedly mixed over €1.3 billion since 2016, showing scale of illicit laundering.
ANECDOTE

In-Flight Evil Twin Wi‑Fi Operation

  • A 44-year-old Australian ran evil-twin Wi-Fi on domestic flights and in airports.
  • Forensic analysis found thousands of intimate files and stolen credentials from his victims.
ANECDOTE

Teen Identified As Group Front

  • Krebs identified 'Ray' as a 15-year-old from Amman tied to Scattered Lapsus Hunters.
  • He reportedly helped release a ransomware variant and claims to be cooperating with European law enforcement.
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