15-Feb-2025 JFK Files Malware, Dogecoin Drama, and Crypto Ransom Scandals Unleashed

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, where every byte of cyber news is delivered fresh with a side of sarcasm. In today's tantalizing episode: Our top story dives into the latest buzz where cyber crooks creatively exploit the release of JFK assassination files. These crafty digital desperados send emails that look as trustworthy as history majors but sneakier than a bullet shot from the grassy knoll. They come armed with malware camouflaging as historical tidbits. Pro tip: maybe avoid downloading "Where Oswald Shopped" from sketchy links! Meanwhile, in a canine-themed plot twist, DOGE coin unexpectedly gnaws on government data, unleashing concerns. Is this a crypto breach or just a pup that found the wrong chew toy? Our beloved Dogecoin might need a set of detective collars. In another corner, hackers perfect their trapeze artist acts using ZIP files to fling SocGholish malware from compromised websites. Sounds appetizing, right? Don’t spoil your digital appetite with these unexpected downloads—unless chaos is your style. And, in an espionage novel worthy plot, China-linked APTs have barged into a software firm like overly dramatic soap opera villains, even negotiating the ransom—which they kindly slashed like sales at a cyber Black Friday. Finally, we tackle the heavyweight bout of AI vs. Advanced AI, with ransomware giving everyone a run for their bits. Tune in to uncover who wins the title of "Most Dramatic Hackers!"