Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where every byte tells a story, and we decode the day's wildest cyber escapades with a touch of humor and just the right amount of sarcasm. 

Today's top stories have the world of cybersecurity buzzing. First up, brace yourself as the Everest Ransomware group takes Mailchimp on an unwanted expedition. It's a "relatively small breach," says Mailchimp, but we suspect Everest had grander plans for their notorious ascent.

In a plot twist straight out of a prison drama, Everglades Correctional gave inmates a taste of the high life by accidentally sharing their visitors' private info. Hello, caller ID paranoia. Meanwhile, the Florida Department of Corrections is practicing the art of silent contemplation.

Moving on to big plans and even bigger leaks, the SafePay gang is ready to spill 3.5 terabytes of Ingram Micro's secrets. Data dumping: the new sharing economy. Ingram Micro is gearing up as a digital dynamo against these cyber ne'er-do-wells.

Not to be outdone, the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority falls to the Qilin ransomware group, proving that not even Jordanian government entities can hide from digital mischief.

Finally, the hacker group skipping UX classes hits Microsoft's OAuth app users with MFA phishing. Credential stealing, without the capes, but with plenty of audacity.

Join us tomorrow as we decode the next byte of cyber drama!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. 
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01-Aug-2025 Everest Team Breaches Mailchimp Amidst Ransomware Challenges for Ingram Micro & More

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast by Cytadel Cyber, where today's cyber villains show off their latest feats of digital deception. 

Our top story kicks off with Scattered Spider exploiting Slack and Microsoft Teams like it's their new group project for digital deviance—a ransomware campaign that redefines "thinking outside the chat box." Given their enthusiasm, we might want to reconsider our definition of team spirit.

Meanwhile, 0bj3ctivityStealer graces us with its presence, stealing passwords and possibly your will to live, all while masquerading as a busted spelling exercise. It's the kind of e-thievery that distracts you with productivity apps while rifling through your digital pockets.

In other escapades, Akira Ransomware has waltzed through SonicWall VPNs via a zero-day exploit, making a mockery of the term cybersecurity fortress. It's as if SonicWall just got schooled on the dark artistry of surprise visits.

Moreover, Storm-2603 is keeping busy with a DNS-controlled backdoor, proving yet again that in villainous creativity, traditional doors are out and nefarious DNS hijacking is in. It’s less "Mission Impossible" and more "Gadget Impossible!"

Finally, an AI-generated npm package shows a dark side, leaving Solana wallets emptier than a ghost town during a gold rush. '@kodane/patch-manager' might sound friendly, but it managed only to give us existential code crises—wrapped in emojis.

Join us tomorrow for more digital shenanigans with a side of sarcasm!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. 
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02-Aug-2025 Cyber Shenanigans: Scattered Spider, Akira Strikes, and AI's NPM Heist

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the FIRST AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast brought to you by Cytadel Cyber. Today we're diving into a fiery mix of espionage, intrigue, and a dash of cyber comedy, just enough to keep your firewalls and spirits up!

First up, it's chips ahoy with a side of suspicion as China puts Nvidia's H20 chips under the magnifying glass, amid concerns these AI marvels come with more tracking features than a GPS-enhanced bloodhound. It’s a tech standoff with an international twist — minus the tiara but loaded with 'backdoor' glamour. 

Next, in a plot twist worthy of a thriller, telecom networks discovered hackers quietly squatting for 10 months with malware so sneaky, it whispered through wires, leaving companies scrambling to kick out these invisible squatters faster than you can say "Oops, wrong season!" 

In another tale of electronic exploits, cyber baddies are leveraging Windows shortcuts to deliver REMCOS backdoors, proving that those little desktop arrows are not just for making filing easier. Move over corporate gossip, we’ve got a new rapid-spreader!

Additionally, while the Dutch Caribbean’s beaches remain idyllic, it's the servers feeling the heat as ransomware piratestied up government services tighter than a packed tourist resort. Walk the plank, digital buccaneers!

And finally, sophisticated hackers have traded traditional password games for an API elegance dance. With credential stuffing evolving into a business logic tango, our digital defenses may need a few dance lessons.

Tune in tomorrow for more cyber antics with Hacked dAily!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. 
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03-Aug-2025: Nvidia Scrutiny, Malware Intrusions & Caribbean Ransomware Crisis Unfold

Welcome to Hacked dAily, your go-to podcast for all things cybersecurity, where we navigate the murky waters of online security with a sprinkle of sarcasm and a dash of humor to make even the grimmest data dumps surprisingly entertaining. Brought to you by the cyber-whizzes at Cytadel Cyber, it's the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast, and it's keeping you informed without putting you to sleep.

Today, we’re starting with Facebook, which is at it again with the ol' privacy settings shuffle post-data breach. Just when you thought they mastered privacy, they invent new creative ways to say "Oops, we did it again." Next, we discuss "Aurora," the new cyber tool that’s sniffer-ready to root out threats before hackers have a chance to spell-check their malware notes. It's like giving cybercriminals a complex about not sticking to simpler hobbies.

Feeling safe with your emails? Think again! Cyber Houdinis are wrapping those innocent-looking hyperlinks tighter than a mummy and making off with your Microsoft 365 logins faster than you can say 'unsubscribed'. ShadowSyndicate is moonlighting in international espionage, a real plot thicker than a Hollywood blockbuster. And just when you think old-school was out, ShinyHunters bring back vishing, proving phone calls are still all the rage for data breaches.

Join us daily for the latest in cyber chaos and stay one web step ahead of the hackers—because in cybersecurity, who knows what the script will say tomorrow?This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. 
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04-Aug-2025 Facebook Privacy Shakeup, Aurora vs. Cybercrime, Microsoft 365 Login Scams Emerge

The Weekly Enterprise News (segments 1 and 2) This week, we’ve had to make some last minute adjustments, so we’re going to do the news first, split into two segments. This week, we’re discussing:  Some interesting funding Two acquisitions - one picked up for $250M, the other slightly larger, at $25 BILLION Interesting new companies! On the 1 year anniversary of that thing that happened, Crowdstrike would like to assure you that they’re REALLY making sure that thing never happens again Flipping the script How researchers rooted Copilot, but not really talks to check out at Hacker Summer Camp detection engineering tips the Cloud Security Alliance has a new AI Controls Matrix sending in the National Guard to handle a breach! and how to read an AI press release  Interview: Guillaume Ross on Building Security from Scratch Guillaume shares his experiences building security from scratch at Canadian FinTech, Finaptic. Imagine the situation: you're CISO, and literally NOTHING is in place yet. No policies, no controls, no GRC processes. Where do you start? What do you do first? Are there things you can get away with that would be impossible in older, well-established financial firms? Visit  for all the latest episodes! Show Notes:

Weekly Enterprise Security News and Tips on Building Security From Day 1 - Guillaume Ross - ESW #418

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the go-to podcast for your daily dose of cyber chaos and digital drama, served with a sprinkle of sarcasm. Brought to you by Cytadel Cyber, it's the first AI-driven cybersecurity podcast that turns the mundane into a melodrama you won't want to miss.

Today, in our top tale, the Einhaus Group discovered that paying a $230,000 ransom to the Royal Ransomware gang was a fast track to business oblivion. Turns out, paying cybercriminals isn't the magic potion they hoped for—now you see your business, now you don't!

Then, in a move akin to watching plastic chains defend a fortress, Cisco shone a light on AI's feeble "security fences." Spoiler: they're about as effective as wet tissue in a storm.

Next up, the cunning RoKRAT shellcode is pulling off a cyber Houdini, sneaking into systems under the guise of innocent images. Perhaps returning to quill and parchment isn't such a whimsical dream after all?

In glitzier news, the hacking group D4rk4rmy dazzled the posh corners of Monaco, proving that even elites need more than charm—perhaps an actual antivirus?

Finally, the 2025 Threat Hunting Report reveals cybercriminals are boosting their villainy with AI. Who knew crooks would be trendsetters with generative AI, making rookie hackers look like pros? Tune in tomorrow for more digital debauchery!This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. 
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05-Aug-2025 Einhaus Collapse, Cisco AI Jailbreak, Stealthy RoKRAT, D4rk4rmy Heist, AI-Boosted Cyber Crimes

On this episode of Safe Mode, Greg Otto sits with two CISA leaders, Chris Butera, Acting Executive Assistant Director for CISA’s Cybersecurity Division, and Bob Costello, CIO of CISA, at the 2025 Black Hat USA Conference to discuss numerous different topics: the recent Microsoft Sharepoint vulnerability, the upcoming CIRCIA rulemaking, the future of the JCDC, state and local cyber grants, and the emphasis they are placing to strengthening public-private partnerships.

In our reporter chat, Greg talks with Matt Kapko about what they both heard during their conversations at the Black Hat conference. 

What is CISA’s focus moving forward

A dark, tense, and driving electronic track perfect for dystopian crime thrillers. A pounding kick drum and tense synths create an atmosphere of high stakes and surveillance. 

Corrupt Signal

Today’s cybersecurity roundup covers major developments worldwide — from the UK backing down on Apple encryption demands to new exploits in Apache ActiveMQ. We dive into exposed flaws at McDonald’s, North Korean hackers leveraging GitHub, and a ClickFix attack using a fake BBC News page. Updates from Google Cloud’s 2025 Security Summit highlight stronger protections, while a cyberattack in the Netherlands has disabled dozens of speed cameras.

Global Cybersecurity Roundup: Privacy Battles, New Exploits, and Infrastructure Under Attack

💻 INITIATING SEQUENCE...
This isn't just a song; it's the quiet before the storm. "The Setup" is a cinematic descent into the digital shadows, chronicling the methodical, patient stages of a cyber-attack. Every lyric is a tactic, a whisper from the MITRE ATT&CK framework mapping the long-con game of acquiring infrastructure, compromising accounts, and staging capabilities.
Feel the tension build with hypnotic arpeggios and a driving sawtooth bassline that hits like a root command. We built this track on a foundation of crisp electronic drums and vast, atmospheric pads, creating a digital landscape for the smooth, ethereal vocals to glide through. It's the soundtrack for your late-night coding session, your next CTF competition, or that moment you realize you're a ghost in the machine.
If you're into the dark, driving energy of artists like Perturbator and Gesaffelstein, the cinematic scope of a Trent Reznor score, or the world of Mr. Robot, you've found your new anthem.
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The Setup
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Flippin' a switch in a data sea
Gotta acquire infrastructure, quietly
Spin up a server, rent a domain name
Playin' a ghost in a digital game
Got the access, a key without a door
Just a crack in the code, and I'm wanting more

'Cause this is the setup, the long-con game
Before they ever even know my name
I'm building the stage, letting the shadows grow
This is the quiet... the quiet before the show

Got a list of names, a simple, tempting lure
Compromise accounts and now I am secure
Establish new ones, a friendly, fake face
Blending right into the digital space
Hijack a router, make their systems mine
Compromise their infrastructure, right down the line

Yeah, this is the setup, the long-con game
Before they ever even know my name
I'm building the stage, letting the shadows grow
This is the quiet... the quiet before the show

I can develop capabilities, writin' my own new code
Or obtain a zero-day, lighten the whole load
A custom payload, a virus sharp and bright
No need to build when I can buy the fight

Oh, this is the setup, the long-con game
Before they ever even know my name
I'm building the stage, letting the shadows grow
This is the quiet... the quiet before the show!

Now I stage the capabilities, ready for the sign
All the pieces are in place... everything's aligned.





The Setup

LOCK YOUR DOORS. 🔒 The third chapter in the viral hacker song series is here.
After bringing you the beats of "Recon (The Rap)" and the synth waves of "The Setup (Synth Pop)," Russell Nomer Music unleashes INITIAL ACCESS — an epic, modern rock anthem that blows the firewall off its hinges.
This isn't just a song; it's a masterclass in cyber infiltration set to a massive wall of guitars and thunderous drums. "Initial Access" breaks down the 11 core techniques hackers use for their first breach, straight from the MITRE ATT&CK® framework. From Phishing and Drive-by Compromise to Supply Chain attacks, every lyric is a lesson in digital defense.
Our mission is to make security awareness unforgettable. This is educational entertainment. This is Cyber Rock.
➡️ Challenge: Can you spot all 11 techniques in the lyrics? Drop a comment with the one you find the most fascinating!
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Credits: Artist: Russell Nomer Music: Where Ideas Become Anthems: Initial Access Album: The ATT&CK Sessions
© 2025 Russell Nomer Music. All Rights Reserved. ASCAP Work ID# 931631122 ISRC# QT5AM2531122

Initial Access
By: Russell Nomer

The network's quiet, the fortress stands tall 
You think you're protected, behind a firewall 
But a lock only works if the key can't be found 
I'm standing at the gates on digital ground 

I'll send a little lure, a carefully crafted spear 
A Phishing link, an attachment, playing on your fear 
Or you'll just surf the web to a site you thought was clean 
A Drive-by Compromise, a malware scene 
I'll change your favorite blog, rewrite the trusted script 
With Content Injection, now your safety's ripped

Initial Access! The first foot in the door! 
Eleven techniques, and I'm coming back for more! 
Initial Access! Breaching your cyber core! 
This isn't the end, this is the start of the war! 

Your Public-Facing App, with a flaw you overlooked 
That External Remote Service, now I've got you hooked 
A little USB I "lost" right on your lobby floor 
Replication starts, opens up another door 
Or maybe something physical, a sneaky little box 
A Hardware Addition that circumvents your locks

Initial Access! The first foot in the door! 
Eleven techniques, and I'm coming back for more! 
Initial Access! Breaching your cyber core! 
This isn't the end, this is the start of the war! 

Sometimes it's not a direct attack, the methods can be sly 
Through a Trusted Relationship, or a Supply Chain buy 
I'll use Valid Accounts that were stolen, weak, or new 
And that insecure Wi-Fi Network? Yeah, that was me, too... 

 Eleven ways to get inside... 
Nowhere left to hide... 
I'm in.




Initial Access

EXECUTION is LIVE. 💻🔥 The code is running. There is no turning back.
The 4th track in the viral cybersecurity series from Russell Nomer is here. After the rock anthem of "Initial Access," we descend into the dark, mechanical heart of the machine with "Execution."
This isn't just a song; it's the sound of a cyber-attack in progress. We channeled the cold, relentless power of malicious code running on a compromised system into a hard-hitting industrial rock anthem. Feel the pounding beat of the drum machine and the raw energy of distorted guitars as the system is forced to obey its new master.
This is the next chapter in the story that started with the hip-hop of "Recon," the synth-pop of "The Setup," and the rock of "Initial Access."
If you feel the energy, smash that ❤️ LIKE button, 🔃 REPOST, and drop a COMMENT below to let us know which technique sounds the scariest!
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Credits: Track: Execution Artist: Russell Nomer Released: August 20, 2025 © 2025 Russell Nomer Music. All rights reserved.

Lyrics
Execution
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[Intro:] 
The access is established, the payload is deployed 
A silent little process in the digital void 
The door was just the start, a path I had to pave 
Now I am the master, and this machine's my slave 
[Verse 1]
I'll use a Command and Scripting Interpreter, a shell to do my will 
With PowerShell or Python, I'll make time itself stand still 
A simple double-click, a macro you let through 
My User Execution makes your worst fears come true 
Then Exploitation for Client Execution, a bug inside your apps 
The system's now responding to my carefully laid traps 
[Pre-Chorus] 
The bits begin to flow, the logic starts to wake 
A promise to the system I was born to break 
[Chorus] 
Execution! My code is now alive! 
Execution! Inside your digital hive! 
Execution! No place for you to hide! 
Sixteen methods running with the turning of the tide! 
[Verse 2] 
I'll take the Cloud with Admin Commands, own the hypervisor's keys 
With ESXi Administration, I do just as I please 
Deploy a Container, with my own Admin Command 
Or run Serverless Execution, spreading 'cross the land 
Through Input Injection, I'll make the system bend 
My code is now a process that you can never end 
[Chorus]
Execution! My code is now alive! 
Execution! Inside your digital hive! 
Execution! No place for you to hide! 
Sixteen methods running with the turning of the tide! 
[Bridge] 
I'll set a Scheduled Task to run while you're asleep... 
Use Inter-Process Communication, a whisper in the deep... 
Hijack your System Services... your Software Deployment Tools... 
Use your Shared Modules... your Native APIs... I'm rewriting all the rules... 
And with Windows Management Instrumentation, I have total... control... 
[Outro]
Run.



Execution

 In this episode of Safe Mode, host Greg Otto talks with Tim Starks about what would happen if the nation’s information sharing law – known as CISA 2015 – expires at the end of September. 

In our interview segment, Greg talks with Kevin Hanes, CEO of Reveal Security, exploring the critical and often overlooked world of machine identity security. From the blind spots in privileged access management that focus too heavily on human users while machines hold increasingly sensitive roles, to the operational challenges of securing identities in cloud-native, containerized, and AI-powered environments, Kevin shares practical insights on scaling visibility and maintaining accountability across fragmented teams.

What happens if CISA 2015 lapses?

Illuminati

In this episode, Greg Otto talks with Cynthia Kaiser Sr. Vice President of Halcyon’s Ransomware Research Center, discussing the latest ransomware operations and exploring the latest shifts in the cyber threat landscape. Greg and Cynthia discuss the rise of new groups like DragonForce, SafePay, and Fog, and the decline of once-dominant names such as LockBit and BlackBasta. They also discuss unique tactics and tools employed by emerging players, discuss the impact of law enforcement and internal group dynamics, and examine why certain industries are now prime targets. Learn how attackers choose their victims, the early warning signs organizations should watch for, and the most frequent pitfalls in ransomware defense. 


In our reporter chat, Greg talks with Matt Kapko about the deep drive into an accused ransomware affiliate that has been given a long leash by law enforcement while he awaits trial. 

Halcyon’s Cynthia Kaiser on the state of ransomware

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ZAYA - Cyberhero's Anthem

In this episode, Greg Otto talks with Sonu Shankar, President at Phosphorus, to discuss the unique security challenges facing today’s rapidly expanding Internet of Things landscape, where traditional endpoint protections are ineffective. The episode explores how everyday devices with default passwords and outdated firmware open organizations up to significant risk. Shankar highlights the tactics of groups like Salt Typhoon, who exploit these weak spots to infiltrate and persist within networks. The conversation underscores the pressing need for deeper asset inventory and active discovery in critical environments.

In our reporter chat, Greg talks with Matt Kapko about a supply-chain attack on npm that turned out to be pretty close to a false alarm. 

Phosphorus’ Sonu Shankar on IoT Vulnerabilities and Salt Typhoon Tactics

In today’s cybersecurity briefing: a critical Apple CarPlay flaw leaves vehicles exposed, Microsoft battles a major Exchange outage, and a new phishing-as-a-service platform emerges. Oracle unveils AI-powered patient tools, researchers warn of the VMScape CPU attack, and Apple alerts users to state-sponsored spyware threats. Plus, ransomware surges across the Middle East, putting banking and oil sectors under siege.

Global Cybersecurity Briefing: Apple Flaws, Microsoft Outage, and Rising Ransomware Risks

In this episode, Mark and Diana discuss the latest wave of cybersecurity developments, from the emergence of HybridPetya ransomware that bypasses Secure Boot to Akira’s exploitation of a SonicWall flaw. They cover the critical Cursor editor vulnerability, CISA’s warning about active attacks on Dassault’s manufacturing software, and new patches from Cisco and Samsung. The conversation also explores Microsoft’s fresh security challenges—including political scrutiny and new Teams protections—alongside a major UK train operator breach, the appearance of a mysterious Chinese AI pentesting tool, and the growing cyber risks facing the pharmaceutical industry.

Ransomware Evolves, Zero-Days Exploited, and Microsoft Under Fire

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The Daily HEAL Security Dispatch Podcast is a leading source for up-to-the-minute news and deep insights in the realm of healthcare cybersecurity and threat intelligence. 

At the heart of HEAL Security's vision is the commitment to equipping organizations and individuals with rapid, contextually rich cybersecurity updates, establishing itself as a pivotal force in unifying practice and data against the ingenious tactics of criminal and malicious entities. HEAL Security is fervently devoted to constructing a robust resource and community that champions the defense of the healthcare sector against the growing cyber threats from organized crime groups and antagonistic nation-states. Our core focus encompasses the protection of vital IT infrastructures, the security of sensitive patient and clinical information, the safeguarding of critical healthcare systems, and the assurance of continuous, undisturbed patient care services.

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