In March 2025, researchers revealed “Operation ForumTroll,” targeting Russian media and educational institutions via phishing links to a forum. The operation exploits a critical Chrome vulnerability (CVE-2025-2783), allowing malware deployment without user interaction. Identified as a state-sponsored APT, it employs advanced techniques for data exfiltration. Google patched the vulnerability shortly after its discovery.

NZ halts data, digital jobs cuts and more briefs
New Zealand’s Te Whatu Ora Health has halted restructuring plans that included axing data and digital jobs, following a legal complaint by the Public Service