Chinese threat actors reel in Barracuda appliances. Diicot: the gang formerly known as Mexals, with Romanian ties. Recent Russian cyberespionage against Ukraine and its sympathizers.

A Chinese threat actor exploits a Barracuda vulnerability. The upgraded version of the Android GravityRAT can exfiltrate WhatsApp messages. Cybercriminals pose as security researchers to propagate malware. Updates on the Vidar threat operation. A new Romanian hacking group has emerged. Shuckworm collects intelligence, and may support targeting. The Washington Post’s Tim Starks explains the section 702 debate. Our guest is Rotem Iram from At-Bay with insights on email security. And Russia's Cadet Blizzard.

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