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CYBEROct 9Iran and Russia used ChatGPT for propaganda by ‘fake journalists’, OpenAI saysThe American tech giant said it banned Russian and Iranian accounts that had been using ChatGPT models to generate content and fake journalist personas to spread false narratives about the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and sow division.EuroNews [en]
CYBEROct 9Iranian campaign planted fake articles in real U.S. publications using ChatGPTChatGPT users in Iran made more than 100 fake articles published across at least 20 news outlets, OpenAI said.Washington Post World
CYBEROct 9Why has Iraq decided to ban online map service Waze?Iraq plans to ban Waze, citing Israeli origins, and suggests alternatives like Google Maps or local app in development.Al Jazeera [en]
CYBEROct 9OpenAI caught Russians and Iranians using ChatGPT for influence campaignsNPR News
CYBEROct 8OpenAI bans Russian, Iranian ChatGPT propaganda networksFrance 24 [en]
CYBEROct 8OpenAI users in Russia, Iran used models to push political agenda online, in mediaOpenAI banned several accounts associated with two propaganda operations based in Iran and Russia, respectively, it confirmed Thursday — the latter of which the tech company said had the greatest reach it has recorded since it began reporting on and disrupting such schemes. The influence operations used OpenAI models alongside “more traditional techniques and technologies…The Hill
CYBEROct 5'Don't You Have A Smart TV?': Iranian General's Smartwatch Defense Fuels Security ConcernsA photo of Brigadier General Gholamreza Jalali, the head of Iran's Passive Defense Organization, wearing a smartwatch has sparked a backlash. His response, that it's peacetime and people have smart TVs at home, has only fueled criticism of lax security among Iran's top brass.RFE/RL
CYBEROct 4ShinyHunters hacker detained in Jordan, cooperating with FBI, sources sayCBS News
CYBEROct 4ShinyHunters Suspect Rey Reportedly Detained in Jordan, Helping FBI Identify Group MembersA suspected member of the ShinyHunters digital extortion group, who goes by the online alias "Rey," has been allegedly detained by authorities in Jordan, Reuters reported, citing three people familiar with the matter. Rey, whose real name is Saif ‌al-Din Khader, is said to have been brought into custody on September 29, 2026, and cooperating with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)The Hacker News
CYBEROct 4Jordan arrests an alleged member of a 'hackers' group that stole data from the FBIUn joven de 18 años fue arrestado en Jordania por su presunta vinculación con "ShinyHunters", tras un robo de datos al FBI estadounidense.El grupo ciberdelincuente exigió la retirada de una alerta del FBI sobre sus métodos, mientras niegan lazos con "The Com" y afirman luchar contra la desinformación.Clarín
CYBEROct 3EXCLUSIVE: ShinyHunters hacker in FBI data theft detained in Jordan, cooperating with bureau, sources say - ReutersReuters World
CYBEROct 2FlyDubai co-pilot accused of cockpit attack was grounded by Oman Air before joining airline: reportFox News World
CYBEROct 2Iran accused of blocking SIM cards, digital access to silence dissentDW News [en]
CYBERSep 27Israeli UN envoy's Starlink video reaches millions, with nearly 40% of Instagram viewers in IranDanny Danon's viral Starlink video drew 9 million views, with nearly 40% of Instagram viewers in Iran, his office says, prompting a counter-campaign.Fox News World
CYBERSep 23UAE, Saudi Arabia Face Onslaught of Increasingly Complex CyberattacksThe United Arab Emirates and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia together absorbed 50% of all cyberattacks recorded across the Gulf region in the first half of 2026.Dark Reading
CYBERSep 22SECURITY BLUNDER : Israeli Government Mapping Site Exposes IDF Installations Inside Gazatheyeshivaworld.com · United States
CYBERSep 22Fake passport images claim Zelenskyy and family chose Israel as homelandA photo amassing thousands of views on social media allegedly shows a scan of Zelenskyy's passport, with Israel as his homeland. Not only are the allegations false, but they've been doing the rounds since 2023.EuroNews [en]
CYBERSep 20The Houthi exploits the Dubai fire... and his lies escalate with the smokeHouthi forces are accused of exploiting a fire in Dubai for propaganda, with their alleged falsehoods escalating. This highlights the use of information warfare and disinformation in regional contexts.okaz.com.sa · Saudi Arabia
CYBERSep 20Gone Forever ? Iran Drone Strikes Cause Permanent Data Loss in Middle EastIran's drone strikes are reported to have caused permanent data loss in the Middle East. This indicates a significant cyber-attack with lasting consequences stemming from military action.pcmag.com · United States
CYBERSep 19US nearly raided Chinese ship after AI falsely flagged ‘nuclear’ cargo for Iran — CNNtimesofisrael · israel
CYBERSep 18US almost boarded a Chinese ship in the Middle East due to an erroneous AI report (report)Clarín
CYBERSep 17Iran-Linked Handala Hack Tied to HEAVYGRAM Telegram Backdoor That Can Steal PasswordsThe Hacker News
CYBERSep 16Video shows Coast Guard, FBI boarding oil vessel suspected of being hacked by IranCBS News
CYBERSep 15Western intelligence warns of Iranian cyber threats targeting dissidentsWestern intelligence agencies highlight 'CHOSEN BRICK' spyware targeting critics of Iran government abroad.Al Jazeera [en]
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