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Kaspersky GReAT has discovered an updated CoolClient backdoor, a type of malware that gives attackers remote access in intrusions targeting organizations and government entities in Myanmar, Mongolia, Pakistan, India and also Russia. Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has identified a new CoolClient variant linked to HoneyMyte APT, also…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has inaugurated Google’s first office in Pakistan. The Prime Minister, Google’s Vice President Wilson White, US Chargé d’ Affaires Natalie Baker, and other dignitaries jointly unveiled a plaque to mark the inauguration of the Google Office. On the occasion, the Prime Minister also interacted with…

Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has discovered a previously undocumented malware set used by Mirage Kitten APT. Aviation organizations in Pakistan are also among the victims. The malicious tools were used in a targeted campaign aimed at maintaining long-term access to victim networks and stealing sensitive data. The…

Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications Shaza Fatima Khawaja has said the government is working to digitally empower the country and digitise all economic and administrative systems. Talking to a delegation of overseas students under the “Mitti Ki Pukaar – URAAN Pakistan” initiative in Islamabad, she said the government’s aim…

Islamabad: Kaspersky’s Global Research & Analysis Team (GReAT) reveals key cyber threat trends for the first half of 2026 at Cyber Security Weekend for the Middle East, Turkiye and Africa region (META). As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, cyberthreats are becoming increasingly diverse and sophisticated. The rapid adoption of…

Prime Minister, Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday described the newly inaugurated AI and cloud computing facility as a landmark achievement for Pakistan reflecting the country’s growing technological capabilities and demonstrated that Pakistan could accomplish world-class initiatives through unity, vision and determination. Addressing the inauguration ceremony of the country’s first ever…

The Embassy of Pakistan in Tokyo, in collaboration with the Asia Web3 Alliance Japan, organized a Pakistan-Japan startup and innovation event to promote cooperation in artificial intelligence, Web3, digital technologies and entrepreneurship. The event brought together representatives from government, industry, technology companies, investors and the startup ecosystem of both countries.…

Pakistan signed the agreement on the establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO) at a signing ceremony that was held in Shanghai, China today. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar signed the agreement on behalf of Pakistan. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,…

Kaspersky experts have uncovered a phishing campaign targeting manufacturing facilities in multiple countries across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. The attackers are sending English-language emails, allegedly from potential customers interested in respective products, attempting to extort corporate data. The campaign began in April 2026 and is still ongoing.The phishing…

According to Kaspersky’s latest findings, AI is highly appreciated among travelers for saving time, finding personalized recommendations and budget-saving offers. However, data security risks awareness is also high, which security experts call a good sign. Kaspersky research revealed that the primary motivation for turning to AI in travel planning is…

From January to April 2026, Kaspersky security solutions detected more than 33,300 attacks on small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), in which malicious or unwanted software for PCs were disguised as popular artificial intelligence (AI) services. This number has surged by almost five times when compared to the same period in…

Kaspersky warns users to be careful with unofficial streaming and betting platforms to avoid losing money and personal data. The World Cup 2026 kicked off on June 11 and alongside it the number of scammers attempting to exploit fan excitement has also increased. According to Kaspersky, at least 336 unique…

New research by Kaspersky Digital Footprint (DFI) has discovered that more than one-third of infostealer infections start when users run files directly from temporary browser folders, showing that user behavior remains a key factor behind credential theft. Just 32% of infostealer attacks use process injection and living off the land…

Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema says Pakistan is progressing towards an AI-based digital governance system aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and public service delivery. He expressed these views while chairing a meeting to review the Prime Minister’s Office System in Islamabad today. Ahad Cheema noted that the Prime Minister’s…

According to a new Kaspersky ICS CERT report, in Q1 2026 the percentage of industrial control systems (ICS) on which malicious objects were blocked reached 19.6% globally. Kaspersky security solutions blocked malware from 10,052 different malware families of various categories on industrial automation systems. Regionally, the share of ICS computers…

According to Kaspersky telemetry, the number of NFC-based attacks on Android smartphones aimed at stealing victims’ funds have surged by 188% in the first four months of 2026, compared with the same period in 2025. From January to April 2026, Kaspersky cybersecurity solutions blocked 35,600 attacks of different Android malware…

In a significant leap forward for home networking technology, TP-Link Systems Inc. has officially announced the “Archer 8”. This marks the company’s first router platform built around the emerging Wi-Fi 8 (IEEE 802.11bn) specification, shifting the tech industry’s focus toward real-world connection reliability rather than just peak theoretical speeds. Scheduled…

S&P Global and the S&P Global Foundation have announced the next phase of their $10 million “StepForward” initiative aimed at preparing young people for an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven economy, with Pakistan among the key focus countries through collaboration with local platform Urdu AI. The three-year initiative, launched in December 2025,…

Kaspersky shares a report with an overview of ransomware trends that marked 2025 and insights into what the threat landscape holds in 2026. According to Kaspersky Security Network, in 2025 Latin America had the highest share of organizations with ransomware attacks detected (8.13%), followed by the Asia-Pacific region (7.89%), Africa…

Kaspersky experts analyzed 231 million unique passwords in major password leaks from 2023 to 2026, and uncovered several key patterns. First, 68% of modern passwords can be cracked within a day. Second, it turned out that the vast majority of compromised passwords either begin or end with a digit –…

Pakistan is taking a significant step towards promoting renewable energy and energy self-sufficiency with 243 million dollars floating solar power project on Keenjhar Lake in Sindh. The 500 megawatt project has already been finalized and aims to promote renewable energy and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels. The floating solar…