Meta and Yandex Accused of Tracking Android Users
For the first time, Meta and Yandex are making headlines for allegedly tracking Android users on Facebook and Instagram. The tech giants are under scrutiny for allegedly monitoring the activities of billions of Android users without their consent.
According to the IMDEA Networks Institute and Radboud University, a hidden channel has reportedly been created between mobile browsers and native apps. This secretive connection, utilizing localhost sockets, is allegedly used by these companies to track user behavior, a technique similar to those employed by anonymous browsing services like Onion Tor.
Further details on the research are pending, as the findings have yet to be officially released by the research team. The study is also being conducted in collaboration with The Computer Security and Industrial Cryptography group (COSIC) at KU Leuven’s Department of Electrical Engineering.
Over 86 Million AT&T Records Leaked Online
On May 15, 2025, a data breach involving over 86 million AT&T user records was discovered on a Russian cybercrime forum. The leaked data includes sensitive details like full names, birthdates, contact numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses of AT&T’s large North American customer base. Alarmingly, more than 44 million records also expose Social Security Numbers in plaintext, making users vulnerable to social engineering attacks.
AT&T has launched an investigation into the leak and enlisted forensic experts to confirm the authenticity of the data. Security analysts believe the information may stem from a significant breach that occurred in April 2024, when cybercriminals gained access to the Snowflake cloud system and extracted metadata from calls and texts. The stolen data spans from May 2022 to January 2023, and it’s believed that AT&T paid $370,000 in Bitcoin to remove the compromised data from criminal servers. However, it seems the data has resurfaced, possibly due to criminals attempting to profit further from their past actions.
This is not the first time AT&T has fallen victim to cybercrime, which may undermine customer trust in the company’s security practices.
China presses allegations against Taiwan for launching cyber attacks with US Support
After years of accusations against China for cyber espionage, the tables have turned. China has now publicly accused Taiwan’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) of forming APT groups with support from U.S. intelligence agencies to launch cyberattacks on Chinese critical infrastructure.
These groups, known as T-APTs, are allegedly working with Taiwan’s Information, Communications, and Electronic Force Command (ICEFCOM) to target government agencies, national infrastructure, and industries across Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China. The goal, according to China, is to steal sensitive information, particularly in research and development fields such as healthcare, and sell it to countries hostile to China.
Further details are yet to be released.
About 69% of Ransomware Attacks Now Powered by AI
A recent report from Delinea reveals that AI is playing an increasing role in global ransomware attacks, with over 69% of such attacks in 2025 being powered by AI technology. The use of AI has allowed cybercriminals to launch more precise and devastating malware attacks, making it increasingly difficult for defenders to combat them.
The 2025 State of Ransomware report also highlights that half of the victims of these AI-driven attacks experienced multiple file encryption incidents. Experts note that these attacks are tough to detect and mitigate. To better defend against these threats, security professionals recommend taking proactive, automated cybersecurity measures that can both block attacks and minimize risks if a breach does occur.
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