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How Threat Actors Use Generative AI to Auto‑Create Phishing Sites — Implications & Defense

8 min read · Jul 5

By Kael Virex

Imagine a world where cybercriminals can spin up an authentic-looking phishing site in just 30 seconds. That world isn’t hypothetical anymore. Thanks to generative AI platforms like Vercel’s v0, it’s…

Man receiving a suspicious phone call with a deepfake hacker in the background, illustrating the dangers of AI-powered voice phishing and vishing attacks.

AI-Generated Voice Phishing: How Deepfakes Are Making Vishing Attacks Nearly Undetectable

8 min read · Jun 15

By Kael Virex

Picture receiving a sudden call from your company’s CEO, urging you to transfer money immediately. The voice is unmistakably theirs—but it's a deepfake. In 2025, this scenario is no longer…

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The Emerging Mobile Security Crisis: How State‑Sponsored Hackers Are Targeting U.S. Smartphones

7 min read · Jun 11

By Kael Virex

Smartphones have become indispensable in our daily lives. From checking emails and messaging to managing finances and controlling smart home devices, these devices serve as our personal assistants. But as…

Cybersecurity alert visual showing '184 Million Passwords Leaked' warning with a login form and red 'LEAKED' stamp, highlighting a massive data breach

184 Million Passwords Exposed: A Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call

3 min read · Jun 2

By Kael Virex

In one of the most alarming cybersecurity incidents of 2025, over 184 million login credentials—including emails and passwords—were discovered in an unprotected, publicly accessible database. Millions of users from major…