The article discusses a recent hacking incident involving an X account. The account's owners noticed suspicious activity after receiving a strange link that seemed to employ social engineering tactics, leading them to suspect a compromise attempt.

A security researcher discovered that Home Depot unintentionally exposed access to its internal systems for a year due to a published access token. After attempts to notify the company went ignored, TechCrunch intervened, leading to the token's revocation. Home Depot lacks a formal process for reporting such security issues.

The SmartTube YouTube client for Android TV was hacked after the developer's signing keys were compromised, allowing malware to be injected into the app. Users are advised to avoid recent versions and check for unauthorized access to their Google Accounts. The developer plans to release a safe update soon.

Hackers claim to have stolen Target's internal source code and are offering it for sale online. After the leak was reported, Target's Git server went offline, suggesting a potential breach. Current employees have confirmed the authenticity of the leaked code samples.

eScan confirmed a breach of its update server that allowed malicious updates to be distributed to some customers on January 20, 2026. The incident involved unauthorized access leading to the deployment of malware, which has since been contained and remediated. eScan disputes claims made by Morphisec about the discovery of the breach.

A security breach has exposed user data from VirtualMacOSX.com, potentially affecting numerous users who utilized the service. The compromised data includes sensitive information, raising concerns about user privacy and security measures in place. Users are advised to monitor their accounts and take necessary precautions.

Everest ransomware has claimed a small breach involving Mailchimp, where the attackers accessed a limited number of accounts. The incident highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in email marketing platforms and raises concerns about user data security. Mailchimp is working to address the breach and enhance security measures to protect its users.

A recent Bloomberg report has revealed that a teenage hacker and his accomplice accessed a Crypto.com employee’s account, leading to a leak of users' personal data. Crypto.com stated that the breach affected a small number of individuals and confirmed that no customer funds were compromised.

Discord experienced a security breach attributed to a vendor, rather than being directly hacked. The incident raised concerns about the platform's overall security practices and highlighted the risks associated with third-party vendors.