
Believed to be backed by state-sponsored actors from the People’s Republic of China, this advanced persistent threat (APT) has been quietly embedding itself in global infrastructure since at least 2019 — targeting telecom providers, energy grids, and government networks across more than 80 countries, including the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
The cyber threat landscape has evolved dramatically. Traditional security methods are no longer enough to defend against today’s sophisticated attacks. Ransomware, phishing campaigns, insider threats, and AI-powered hacking tools are growing more advanced every year.
When global giants start dodging details, it usually means the story runs deeper. That’s exactly what’s happening with Volkswagen, which just confirmed “an incident” following claims from the 8Base ransomware group — a data extortion crew that says it stole and leaked sensitive company information.
Microsoft’s brand has stood for trust, innovation, and reliability in computing for decades. Unfortunately, cybercriminals know that too—and they’re weaponizing it. A recent campaign uncovered by the Cofense Phishing Defense Center proves that even the most familiar logos can be turned into social engineering tools to breach user trust.
