Massive Python Supply Chain Hack, $2.1B Scam Losses, North Korea Targets Crypto Execs

A major open source Python tool was hijacked in a supply chain attack, exposing developer credentials, cloud secrets, and crypto wallets. Meanwhile, the FTC says Americans lost more than $2.1 billion to scams that began on social media, with Facebook leading reported losses. Cybersecurity Today thanks Meter for supporting this podcast. Meter delivers a complete networking stack — wired, wireless, and cellular — in one integrated solution built for performance and scale. Learn more at Meter.com/cst. Also in today's Cyber Security Today: Brazilian hackers return with fake Minecraft cheat downloads carrying credential-stealing malware A new ransomware strain destroys victim files so badly even paying the ransom may not help North Korean threat actors target crypto executives using fake Zoom and Teams meetings powered by AI deception tactics If you work in IT, cybersecurity, finance, or simply want to stay safe online, this episode breaks down what matters and what to watch next. Stories covered in this episode are based on reporting summarized in the show transcript.

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This episode was published on Apr 29, 2026.

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