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Gazi Mahmud

Cybersecurity Leader

Co-Founder and CIO of Hoplon InfoSec LLC, cybersecurity leader, and CISM & CISA certified professional with expertise in cyber risk management, security governance, compliance, and incident response.

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31 Dec, 2025

Mobile App Security Flaws Expose User Privacy in 2026

Mobile app security flaws expose user privacy through weak APIs, excessive permissions, and insecure storage. Learn risks, examples, and fixes.

28 Dec, 2025

MongoBleed Vulnerability: MongoDB Security Risks

Learn how the MongoBleed vulnerability exposes MongoDB databases online, the real risks of unauthenticated access, and how to secure your data now.

28 Dec, 2025

TrustWallet Chrome Extension Hacked: $7M Stolen in 2025 Breach

TrustWallet Chrome Extension Hacked in December 2025, causing a $7M crypto loss. Learn what happened, who was affected, and how to stay safe.

25 Dec, 2025

Why Penetration Testing Matters Before Business Breaches

Why is penetration testing so important for businesses today? Find out the hidden risks, compliance facts, and real-world reasons why companies get hacked.

24 Dec, 2025

MAS Windows Activation Malware-PowerShell Attacks

MAS Windows activation malware uses fake domains to deliver PowerShell attacks. Learn how it works, the risks involved, and how to remove it safely.

22 Dec, 2025

U.S. DOJ Charges Reveal Ploutus ATM Malware Cash-Out Attacks

U.S. DOJ ATM hacking charges reveal how Ploutus malware enabled large-scale ATM jackpotting attacks and exposed serious banking security gaps.

13 Dec, 2025

Smarter holiday scams rise as criminals use advanced AI tricks

Holiday scams 2025 are getting smarter with AI-driven fake deals, delivery texts, and voice cloning fraud. Learn how to spot and avoid these new threats.

11 Dec, 2025

Chrome 0 day Vulnerability Alert: Google Issues Critical Fix

Google warns of a new Chrome 0 day vulnerability actively exploited in December 2025. Learn what the flaw means, who is at risk, and how to secure Chrome now.

08 Dec, 2025

OpenAI denies ads on ChatGPT plans amid rising user concerns

OpenAI denies ads after users reported promotional suggestions in ChatGPT. The company says no paid ads are live and has paused the feature, causing confusion.

06 Dec, 2025

Mobile Application Security Solutions for App Safety

Discover how mobile application security solutions protect Android and iOS apps in 2025 with layered defenses, threat prevention, and better data safety.

29 Nov, 2025

Microsoft Entra ID CSP Update 2026: Key Changes Explained

Microsoft Entra ID CSP update 2026 introduces strict script controls for safer sign-ins. Learn the key changes and how to prepare. Read the full guide now.

26 Nov, 2025

FBI Reports 262M in ATO Fraud: Shocking 2025 Scam Alert

FBI Reports $262M in ATO Fraud as AI phishing and holiday scams rise. Discover powerful insights and protect your accounts today. Read now for safety tips.