The Computer Emergency Response Team of Ukraine (CERT-UA) has reported a series of targeted cyberattacks against employees of the defense-industrial complex and members of the Defense Forces of Ukraine. These attacks have been ongoing since at least the summer of…
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Chinese “Salt Typhoon” Hackers Exploit Exchange Vulnerabilities to Target Organizations
The Chinese Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group known as Salt Typhoon, also referred to as FamousSparrow, GhostEmperor, Earth Estries, and UNC2286, has been actively targeting critical sectors worldwide. This group has been particularly focused on telecommunications and government entities across…
CISA Alerts on Edimax IP Camera OS Command Injection Exploit
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent alert regarding a critical vulnerability found in Edimax IC-7100 IP cameras. The alert centers on an OS command injection vulnerability due to improper input sanitization, which allows malicious actors…
Babuk Ransomware Group Claims Attack on Telecommunication Firm Orange
The Babuk ransomware group has recently claimed responsibility for a sophisticated cyberattack on Orange, a leading global telecommunications company. According to an exclusive interview with SuspectFile.com, Babuk exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Orange’s systems to gain initial access to the…
CISA Warns of NAKIVO Backup Flaw Exploited in Attacks with PoC Released
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning about a serious vulnerability in the NAKIVO Backup and Replication software, known as CVE-2024-48248. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit an absolute path traversal flaw, enabling them to…
SpyX Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Nearly 2 Million Users
SpyX, a company known for developing spyware, has experienced a data breach that compromised the personal information of nearly 2 million users. As per a report posted by Have I been Pwned, the breach, which occurred on June 24, 2024,…
Critical Veeam Backup & Replication Vulnerability Allows Remote Execution of Malicious Code
A critical vulnerability in Veeam Backup & Replication software has been disclosed, posing a significant risk to users. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-23120, allows remote code execution (RCE) by authenticated domain users. The severity of this issue is underscored by…
Kali Linux 2025.1a Released: New Tools and Desktop Environment Upgrades
Kali Linux, the renowned cybersecurity-focused Linux distribution, has just ushered in the new year with the release of Kali Linux 2025.1a. This update builds upon the existing features, offering myriad enhancements and improvements designed to give users a streamlined experience.…
Linux Kernel Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Escalate Privileges via Out-of-Bounds Write
A recently discovered vulnerability in the Linux kernel, identified as CVE-2025-0927, poses a significant threat to system security. This flaw, present in the HFS+ file system driver, allows attackers to exploit an out-of-bounds write condition, potentially leading to local privilege…
Hackers Use RMM Tools to Maintain Persistence and Navigate Networks Undetected
Threat actors have increasingly been leveraging legitimate remote monitoring and management (RMM) software to infiltrate and navigate through networks undetected. RMM tools, such as AnyDesk, Atera Agent, MeshAgent, NetSupport Manager, Quick Assist, ScreenConnect, Splashtop, and TeamViewer, are widely used by…
mySCADA myPRO Manager RCE Vulnerabilities Allow Remote Attackers to Take Control of ICS Devices
In a significant discovery, PRODAFT’s security research team has identified two critical vulnerabilities in the mySCADA myPRO Manager, a widely used Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) management solution. These vulnerabilities, if exploited, could grant unauthorized access to industrial control…
41% of Successful Logins Across Websites Involve Compromised Passwords
A recent analysis by Cloudflare reveals a concerning trend in online security: nearly 41% of successful logins across websites involve compromised passwords. This issue is exacerbated by the widespread practice of password reuse among users. Despite growing awareness about online…
Microsoft Windows NTLM File Explorer Vulnerability Exploited in The Wild – PoC Released
A significant vulnerability in Microsoft Windows File Explorer, identified as CVE-2025-24071, has been discovered and is being actively exploited in the wild. This vulnerability allows attackers to capture NTLM hashes, potentially leading to network spoofing attacks and credential theft. The…
VPN Vulnerabilities Become a Primary Weapon for Threat Actors Targeting Organizations
In recent years, VPN vulnerabilities have emerged as a critical threat vector for organizations worldwide. Threat actors, including both cybercriminal groups and state-sponsored entities, are increasingly exploiting these vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to sensitive networks. Two notable vulnerabilities, CVE-2018-13379…
Threat Actors Steal 3.2 Billion Login Credentials and Infect 23 Million Devices Worldwide
In a stark revelation of the escalating cyber threat landscape, Flashpoint’s latest intelligence report highlights the alarming rise in compromised credentials and malware infections. In 2024, threat actors managed to steal an unprecedented 3.2 billion login credentials, marking a 33%…
Threat Actors Leverage Legacy Drivers to Circumvent TLS Certificate Validation
Threat actors have recently been exploiting legacy drivers to bypass certificate validation, leveraging a technique known as “Legacy Driver Exploitation.” This method involves using vulnerable drivers to evade security measures and distribute malware, as highlighted in a recent security advisory.…
mySCADA myPRO RCE Vulnerabilities Expose ICS Devices to Remote Control
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems play a pivotal role in managing critical infrastructure across sectors like energy, manufacturing, and more. However, this digital transformation also brings with it a heightened vulnerability to cyber threats. Recent research by our…
Attackers Hide Malicious Word Files Inside PDFs to Evade Detection
A newly identified cybersecurity threat involves attackers embedding malicious Word files within PDFs to deceive detection systems. This technique, confirmed by JPCERT/CC, exploits the fact that files created using MalDoc in PDF can be opened in Microsoft Word, even though…
Sante PACS Server Flaws Allow Remote Attackers to Download Arbitrary Files
Recently, several critical vulnerabilities were discovered in Sante PACS Server version 4.1.0, leaving it susceptible to severe security breaches. These vulnerabilities, identified by CVE-2025-2263, CVE-2025-2264, CVE-2025-2265, and CVE-2025-2284, expose the server to potential attacks that can lead to unauthorized access, data breaches, and denial-of-service…
Cloudflare Introduces Cloudforce One to Detect and Analyze IoCs, IPs, and Domains
Cloudflare, a leading web infrastructure and security company, has launched the Cloudforce One threat events platform, designed to revolutionize how security professionals detect and analyze indicators of compromise (IOCs), including IP addresses, domains, and other critical metadata. The proliferation of…
US Sperm Donor Giant California Cryobank Hit by Data Breach
California Cryobank, a leading sperm donation facility based in Los Angeles, has been impacted by a significant data breach, potentially affecting both its clients and donors. The breach was reported, involving personal identifiers which could include names in combination with…
Hackers Exploit Azure App Proxy Pre-Authentication to Access Private Networks
Hackers are exploiting a vulnerability in Microsoft’s Azure App Proxy by manipulating the pre-authentication settings to gain unauthorized access to private networks. The Azure App Proxy is designed to securely publish on-premises applications to the public internet without requiring firewall…
New Jailbreak Technique Bypasses DeepSeek, Copilot, and ChatGPT to Generate Chrome Malware
A threat intelligence researcher from Cato CTRL, part of Cato Networks, has successfully exploited a vulnerability in three leading generative AI (GenAI) models: OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot, and DeepSeek. The researcher developed a novel Large Language Model (LLM) jailbreak technique,…
Hackers Exploit Cobalt Strike, SQLMap, and Other Tools to Target Web Applications
A recent cybersecurity incident has highlighted the sophisticated methods used by hackers to target web applications, particularly in South Korea. The attackers leveraged a combination of tools, including Cobalt Strike, SQLMap, dirsearch, and Web-SurvivalScan, to exploit vulnerabilities and gain unauthorized…
Severe AMI BMC Vulnerability Enables Remote Authentication Bypass by Attackers
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in AMI’s MegaRAC software, which is used in Baseboard Management Controllers (BMCs) across various server hardware. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-54085, allows attackers to bypass authentication remotely, posing a significant risk to cloud infrastructure…
11 State-Sponsored Threat Actors Exploit 8-Year-Old Windows Shortcut Flaw
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered that multiple state-sponsored threat actors have been exploiting an eight-year-old vulnerability in Windows shortcut files. This security flaw, identified as ZDI-CAN-25373, allows malicious actors to embed hidden commands within .lnk files, which can execute when opened,…
MirrorFace Hackers Modify AsyncRAT Execution for Stealthy Deployment in Windows Sandbox
In a significant development, the China-aligned advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as MirrorFace has been observed employing sophisticated tactics to enhance the stealthiness of its attacks. Recently, MirrorFace modified the execution of AsyncRAT, a publicly available remote access trojan…
CISA Warns of Supply-Chain Attack Exploiting GitHub Action Vulnerability
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has sounded the alarm over a critical supply-chain attack affecting a widely used third-party GitHub Action: tj-actions/changed-files. This action, exploited under CVE-2025-30066, is designed to identify changes in files during pull requests or…
Advanced Cyber Attack Exploits Booking Websites to Deploy LummaStealer Malware
A sophisticated cyberattack has been uncovered, targeting booking websites to spread the LummaStealer malware. This campaign leverages fake CAPTCHA prompts and social engineering techniques to deceive users into executing malicious commands on their systems. LummaStealer, an info-stealer malware operating under…
Critical Synology Vulnerability Allows Remote Attackers to Execute Arbitrary Code
A critical vulnerability affecting Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM) has been disclosed, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable systems. This severe issue, identified as CVE-2024-10441, has been reported in multiple DSM versions, including DSM 6.2, 7.1, 7.2, and…
Windows File Explorer Vulnerability Enables Network Spoofing Attacks: PoC Released
A critical vulnerability in Windows File Explorer has been discovered, allowing attackers to capture NTLM hashes and potentially exploit them for network spoofing attacks. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24071, involves the automatic processing of specially crafted .library-ms files within compressed archives like…
CISA Issues Security Warning on Fortinet FortiOS Authentication Bypass Exploit
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a critical security warning regarding a severe vulnerability in Fortinet’s FortiOS and FortiProxy systems. Specifically, CVE-2025-24472, an authentication bypass vulnerability, poses a significant threat as it allows remote attackers to gain super-admin…
New ClearFake Variant Uses Fake reCAPTCHA to Deploy Malicious PowerShell Code
A recent variant of the ClearFake malware framework has been identified, leveraging fake reCAPTCHA and Cloudflare Turnstile verifications to deceive users into executing malicious PowerShell code. This evolution marks a significant shift in how ClearFake exploits Web3 capabilities to deliver…
MirrorGuard: Adaptive Defense Mechanism Against Jailbreak Attacks for Secure Deployments
A novel defense strategy, MirrorGuard, has been proposed to enhance the security of large language models (LLMs) against jailbreak attacks. This approach introduces a dynamic and adaptive method to detect and mitigate malicious inputs by leveraging the concept of “mirrors.”…
Electromagnetic Side-Channel Analysis of Cryptographically Secured Devices
Electromagnetic (EM) side-channel analysis has emerged as a significant threat to cryptographically secured devices, particularly in the era of the Internet of Things (IoT). These attacks exploit information leakages through physical parameters such as EM radiation, which is emitted by…
Fake Coinbase Migration Messages Target Users to Steal Wallet Credentials
A sophisticated phishing campaign is currently targeting cryptocurrency investors with fraudulent emails claiming to be from Coinbase. The scam attempts to trick users into transferring their funds to wallets controlled by attackers through a deceptive “mandatory wallet migration” scheme. How…
Hackers Exploit Hard Disk Image Files to Deploy VenomRAT
In a recent cybersecurity threat, hackers have been using virtual hard disk image files (.vhd) to distribute the VenomRAT malware, exploiting a novel technique to bypass security measures. This campaign begins with a phishing email that uses a purchase order…
New BitM Attack Enables Hackers to Hijack User Sessions in Seconds
A recent threat intelligence report highlights the emergence of a sophisticated cyberattack technique known as Browser-in-the-Middle (BitM), which allows hackers to hijack user sessions across various web applications in a matter of seconds. This method exploits the inherent functionalities of…
Microsoft Warns of StilachiRAT Stealing Remote Desktop Protocol Session Data
Microsoft has recently issued a warning about a novel remote access trojan (RAT) known as StilachiRAT, which poses significant threats to system security by stealing sensitive data, including credentials and cryptocurrency information. This sophisticated malware was discovered by Microsoft Incident…
DocSwap Malware Masquerades as Security Document Viewer to Attack Android Users Worldwide
The cybersecurity landscape has witnessed a new threat with the emergence of the DocSwap malware, which disguises itself as a “Document Viewing Authentication App” to deceive users into installing it on their Android devices. This sophisticated malware is suspected to…
Squid Werewolf Mimics Recruiters to Target Job Seekers and Steal Personal Data
In a sophisticated phishing campaign uncovered by the BI.ZONE Threat Intelligence team, the Squid Werewolf group, also known as APT37, has been impersonating recruiters to target key employees in various organizations. This espionage cluster uses fake job opportunities to lure…
Hackers Use DLL Side-Loading to Deploy Malicious Python Code
A recent discovery by Xavier Mertens, a senior handler at the Internet Storm Center, has highlighted a sophisticated attack where hackers utilize DLL side-loading to deploy malicious Python code. This technique involves tricking an application into loading a malicious DLL…
Bybit Hack: Details of Sophisticated Multi-Stage Attack Uncovered
The Bybit hack, which occurred on February 21, 2025, has been extensively analyzed by multiple cybersecurity teams, including Sygnia. This attack exposed significant security vulnerabilities across various domains, including macOS malware, AWS cloud compromise, application security, and smart contract security.…
Google’s Parent Alphabet in Talks to Acquire Cybersecurity Firm Wiz for $30 Billion
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, is reportedly in discussions to acquire Wiz, a leading cybersecurity firm, for a staggering $30 billion. This potential acquisition highlights Alphabet’s strategic expansion into the cybersecurity sector, which has become increasingly crucial for businesses…
Amazon Ends Local Voice Processing, Transitions Fully to Cloud
Amazon announced that it will discontinue the local voice processing feature for its AI assistant Alexa. This change, set to take effect on March 28, means that all voice commands will be processed in the cloud instead of on the…
Cloudflare Adopts Post-Quantum Cryptography to Combat Future Quantum Attacks
Cloudflare has announced the implementation of post-quantum cryptography across its services. This advancement is part of a broader effort to protect customers from potential quantum attacks that could compromise conventional cryptographic systems in the future. Quantum computers, which are rapidly…
Hackers Exploit SSRF Vulnerability to Attack OpenAI’s ChatGPT Infrastructure
A critical cybersecurity alert has been issued following the active exploitation of a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in OpenAI’s ChatGPT infrastructure. According to the Veriti report, the vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-27564, has been weaponized by attackers in real-world attacks,…
TruffleHog: New Burp Suite Extension for Secret Scanning Released
A new extension for Burp Suite has been released, integrating the powerful secret scanning capabilities of TruffleHog. This innovative integration aims to enhance the detection of live, exploitable credentials within HTTP traffic, making it a valuable tool for security professionals.…
Top 10 Best Penetration Testing Companies in 2025
Penetration testing companies play a vital role in strengthening the cybersecurity defenses of organizations by identifying vulnerabilities in their systems, applications, and networks. These firms simulate real-world cyberattacks to uncover weaknesses that could be exploited by malicious actors, helping businesses…
Crypto Platform OKX Suspends Tool Abused by North Korean Hackers
Cryptocurrency platform OKX has announced the temporary suspension of its Decentralized Exchange (DEX) aggregator tool. This decision comes on the heels of coordinated attacks by certain media outlets and unsuccessful attempts by the notorious Lazarus Group—a hacking entity linked to…
Cobalt Strike 4.11 Released with Built-In Evasion Features for Red Teams
Cobalt Strike, a highly advanced threat emulation tool, has released version 4.11, packing a robust suite of features designed to enhance evasion capabilities for red teams. This latest update introduces several novel technologies and improvements, solidifying Cobalt Strike’s position as…
PoC Exploit Released for Linux Kernel Use-After-Free Vulnerability
A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit has been released for a use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel, identified as CVE-2024-36904. This vulnerability is located in the TCP subsystem of the Linux kernel and is caused by the inet_twsk_hashdance() function inserting the time-wait socket into…
Denmark Issues Warning on Major Cyber Attacks Targeting Telecom Sector
Denmark has announced a heightened alert status for the telecommunications sector due to an increased threat from cyber attacks. According to a recent threat assessment by the Danish Agency for Social Security, the risk level for cyber espionage against the…
Google Launches Open-Source OSV-Scanner for Detecting Security Vulnerabilities
Google has announced the launch of OSV-Scanner V2, an open-source tool designed to enhance vulnerability scanning and remediation across various software ecosystems. This update follows the recent release of OSV-SCALIBR, another powerful tool in the OSV suite, which together form a comprehensive…
SocGholish Exploits Compromised Websites to Deliver RansomHub Ransomware
SocGholish, a sophisticated malware-as-a-service (MaaS) framework, has been identified as a key enabler in the distribution of RansomHub ransomware. This malicious framework exploits compromised websites by injecting them with obfuscated JavaScript loaders, which redirect users to fake browser update notifications.…
MassJacker Clipper Malware Targets Users Installing Pirated Software
A recent investigation has uncovered previously unknown cryptojacking malware, dubbed MassJacker, which primarily targets users who download pirated software from sites like pesktop.com. This malware operates by replacing cryptocurrency wallet addresses copied by users with those belonging to the attackers,…
Beware! Malware Hidden in Free Word-to-PDF Converters
The FBI has issued a warning about a growing threat involving free file conversion tools, which are being used to spread malware. This scam, described as “rampant” by the FBI’s Denver Field Office, targets users who seek online tools to…
Supply Chain Attack Targets 23,000 GitHub Repositories
A critical security incident has been uncovered involving the popular GitHub Action tj-actions/changed-files, which is used in over 23,000 repositories. The attack involves a malicious modification of the Action’s code, leading to the exposure of CI/CD secrets in GitHub Actions…
Hackers Rapidly Adopt ClickFix Technique for Sophisticated Attacks
In recent months, a sophisticated social engineering technique known as ClickFix has gained significant traction among cybercriminals and nation-state-sponsored groups. This method exploits human psychology by presenting users with fake prompts that appear to resolve a non-existent issue, effectively bypassing…
Wazuh SIEM Vulnerability Enables Remote Malicious Code Execution
A critical vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24016, has been discovered in the Wazuh Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platform. This vulnerability affects versions 4.4.0 to 4.9.0 and allows attackers with API access to execute arbitrary Python code remotely, potentially leading…
Kentico Xperience CMS Vulnerability Enables Remote Code Execution
In recent security research, vulnerabilities in the Kentico Xperience CMS have come to light, highlighting significant risks for users who rely on this Content Management System (CMS). Specifically, two primary issues were identified: an Authentication Bypass vulnerability and a Post-Authentication Remote Code Execution…
Espressif Systems Flaws Allow Hackers to Execute Arbitrary Code
A series of vulnerabilities has been discovered in Espressif Systems’ ESP32 devices, specifically affecting the BluFi module within the ESP-IDF framework. BluFi is designed to simplify WiFi configuration using a Bluetooth interface. These flaws, identified by the NCC Group, enable…
AI Operator Agents Helping Hackers Generate Malicious Code
Symantec’s Threat Hunter Team has demonstrated how AI agents like OpenAI’s Operator can now perform end-to-end phishing attacks with minimal human intervention, marking a significant evolution in AI-enabled threats. A year ago, Large Language Model (LLM) AIs were primarily passive…
Researchers Remotely Hack Commercial Trucks & Buses to Unlock Them
Security researchers have issued an urgent warning that commercial trucks and buses are significantly more vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks than passenger vehicles, potentially leading to catastrophic consequences. According to a comprehensive analysis by security experts, trucks represent more attractive targets…
Zoom Team Chat Decrypted, Exposing User Activity Data
Cybersecurity experts have successfully decrypted Zoom Team Chat data, revealing a wealth of information about user activities. This achievement underscores the importance of digital forensics in uncovering hidden digital evidence. The focus on Zoom Team Chat artifacts has shown that,…
Millions of RSA Keys Exposed, Revealing Serious Exploitable Flaws
A recent study has highlighted a significant vulnerability in RSA keys used across the internet, particularly in IoT devices. Researchers collected and analyzed a vast dataset of RSA certificates, revealing that approximately 1 in 172 keys share a factor with…
Android Malware Disguised as DeepSeek Steals Users’ Login Credentials
A recent cybersecurity threat has emerged in the form of Android malware masquerading as the DeepSeek AI application. This malicious software is designed to deceive users into downloading a fake version of the DeepSeek app, which then compromises their device’s…
BlackLock Ransomware Strikes Over 40 Organizations in Just Two Months
In a concerning escalation of cyber threats, the BlackLock ransomware group has executed a series of attacks on over 40 organizations across various sectors in the first two months of 2025. This surge in activity positions BlackLock as one of…
Jaguar Land Rover Hit by HELLCAT Ransomware Using Stolen Jira Credentials
The HELLCAT ransomware group has claimed responsibility for a significant data breach at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), exposing vast amounts of sensitive data including proprietary documents, source codes, employee information, and partner details. This attack follows a pattern previously observed…
Apple Introduces RCS End-to-End Encryption for iPhone Messages
Apple has announced the integration of end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Rich Communication Services (RCS) on iPhones. This development follows the introduction of RCS in iOS 18, marking a new era in mobile messaging with enhanced privacy and security features. The…
Hackers Exploit Tomcat Vulnerability to Hijack Apache Servers
A recent and significant cybersecurity threat has emerged involving a critical vulnerability in Apache Tomcat, identified as CVE-2025-24813. This vulnerability allows for remote code execution, potentially allowing hackers to hijack servers running Apache Tomcat. The exploitation of this vulnerability is…
Hackers Use CSS Tricks to Bypass Spam Filters and Monitor Users
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered how hackers use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to deceive spam filters and monitor user behavior. This sophisticated technique allows malicious actors to remain under the radar while gaining insights into user preferences and actions. The abuse…
Adobe Acrobat Vulnerabilities Enable Remote Code Execution
A recent disclosure by Cisco Talos’ Vulnerability Discovery & Research team highlighted several vulnerability issues in Adobe Acrobat. All of these vulnerabilities have been addressed by their respective vendors, aligning with Cisco’s third-party vulnerability disclosure policy. For detection of these…
Hackers Target TP-Link Vulnerability to Gain Full System Control
Hackers exploit a vulnerability in TP-Link routers, specifically the TL-WR845N model, to gain full control over the system. This exploit allows unauthorized users to access the root shell credentials, giving them unrestricted access to manipulate and control the router. Here…
Hackers Exploiting Exposed Jupyter Notebooks to Deploy Cryptominers
Cado Security Labs has identified a sophisticated cryptomining campaign exploiting misconfigured Jupyter Notebooks, targeting both Windows and Linux systems. The attack utilizes multiple stages of obfuscation, including encrypted payloads and COM object manipulation, to ultimately deploy miners for various cryptocurrencies…
AWS SNS Exploited for Data Exfiltration and Phishing Attacks
Amazon Web Services’ Simple Notification Service (AWS SNS) is a versatile cloud-based pub/sub service that facilitates communication between applications and users. While its scalability and integration capabilities make it a powerful tool for organizations, its misuse by adversaries for malicious…
Edimax Camera RCE Vulnerability Exploited to Spread Mirai Malware
A recent alert from the Akamai Security Intelligence and Response Team (SIRT) has highlighted the exploitation of a severe command injection vulnerability in Edimax Internet of Things (IoT) devices. This vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-1316, has been actively used by multiple…
New Context Compliance Exploit Jailbreaks Major AI Models
Microsoft researchers have uncovered a surprisingly straightforward method that can bypass safety guardrails in most leading AI systems. In a technical blog post published on March 13, 2025, Microsoft’s Mark Russinovich detailed the “Context Compliance Attack” (CCA), which exploits the…
DeepSeek R1 Jailbreaked to Create Malware, Including Keyloggers and Ransomware
The increasing popularity of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools, such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini, has attracted cybercriminals seeking to exploit these technologies for malicious purposes. Despite the guardrails implemented by traditional GenAI platforms to prevent misuse, cybercriminals have…
Cisco Warns of Critical IOS XR Vulnerability Enabling DoS Attacks
Cisco has issued a security advisory warning of a vulnerability in its IOS XR Software that could allow attackers to launch denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-20115, affects the Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) confederation implementation. The CVE-2025-20115 vulnerability…
Critical ruby-saml Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Bypass Authentication
A critical security vulnerability has been identified in the ruby-saml library, a popular tool used for Single Sign-On (SSO) via Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) on the service provider side. The vulnerabilities, designated as CVE-2025-25291 and CVE-2025-25292, allow attackers to…
Lazarus Group Weaponizes IIS Servers for Deploying Malicious ASP Web Shells
The notorious Lazarus group has been identified as leveraging compromised IIS servers to deploy malicious ASP web shells. These sophisticated attacks have been reported to facilitate the spread of malware, including the LazarLoader variant, and utilize privilege escalation tools to…
Ongoing Cyber Attack Mimic Booking.com to Spread Password-Stealing Malware
Microsoft Threat Intelligence has identified an ongoing phishing campaign that began in December 2024, targeting organizations in the hospitality industry by impersonating the online travel agency Booking.com. The campaign, tracked as Storm-1865, employs a sophisticated social engineering technique called ClickFix…
U.S. Charges LockBit Ransomware Developer in Cybercrime Crackdown
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged Rostislav Panev, a dual Russian and Israeli national, for his role as a developer of the notorious LockBit ransomware group. Panev, 51, was arrested in Israel in August following a U.S. provisional arrest…
CISA Releases Security Advisory on 13 Industrial Control System Threats
CISA issued thirteen Industrial Control Systems (ICS) advisories, highlighting current security issues and vulnerabilities in various systems. These advisories are crucial for maintaining the security and integrity of industrial operations. The affected products primarily include several Siemens systems, along with…
New Microsoft 365 Attack Leverages OAuth Redirection for Credential Theft
Threat researchers at Proofpoint are currently tracking two sophisticated and highly targeted cyber-attack campaigns that are utilizing OAuth redirection mechanisms to compromise user credentials. These attacks combine advanced brand impersonation techniques with malware proliferation, focusing on Microsoft 365-themed credential phishing…
Decrypting Akira Ransomware on Linux/ESXi Without Paying Hackers
A team successfully decrypted an instance of the Akira ransomware on Linux/ESXi systems without succumbing to the hackers’ demands. This achievement not only underscores the ingenuity of cybersecurity experts but also serves as a powerful message to those who rely…
New Cyber Attack Targets PyPI Users to Steal Cloud Tokens and Sensitive Data
A recent discovery by ReversingLabs researchers has unveiled a malicious cyber attack targeting the Python Package Index (PyPI) users, a popular platform for Python developers. This sophisticated campaign involves malicious packages masquerading as time-related utilities, but are designed to steal…
Blind Eagle Targets Organizations with Weaponized .URL Files to Steal User Hashes
In a significant development in the cybersecurity landscape, APT-C-36, more commonly known as Blind Eagle, has intensified its operations targeting Colombian governmental, financial, and critical infrastructure organizations. Active since 2018, this Advanced Persistent Threat group has recently expanded its arsenal…
86,000+ Healthcare Staff Records Exposed Due to AWS S3 Misconfiguration
A non-password-protected database belonging to ESHYFT, a New Jersey-based HealthTech company, was recently discovered by cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler. The database contained over 86,000 records, amounting to 108.8 GB of sensitive information. This data breach, while not attributed to intentional…
Microsoft Finally Patches 2-Year-Old Windows Kernel Security Flaw
Microsoft has released a critical patch for a 2-year-old Windows kernel security vulnerability. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24983, allows attackers to exploit a weakness in the Windows Win32 Kernel Subsystem, leading to an elevation of privilege. The patch comes after…
North Korean Hackers Use Google Play Malware to Steal SMS, Calls & Screenshots
Cybersecurity researchers at Lookout Threat Lab have uncovered a sophisticated Android surveillance tool dubbed “KoSpy,” which appears to be the work of North Korean state-sponsored hackers. This newly discovered spyware has been active since March 2022, with the most recent…
Hackers Exploiting JSPSpy To Manage Malicious Webshell Networks
Cybersecurity researchers have recently identified a cluster of JSPSpy web shell servers featuring an unexpected addition, Filebroser, a rebranded version of the open-source File Browser file management tool. This discovery sheds light on how attackers continue to leverage web shells…
Mozilla Issues Urgent Firefox Update Warning to Prevent Add-on Failures
Mozilla has issued an urgent warning to all Firefox users, emphasizing the need to update their browsers before a critical root certificate expires on March 14, 2025. This certificate is used to verify signed content and add-ons across various Mozilla…
Hackers Exploit Microsoft Copilot for Advanced Phishing Attacks
Hackers have been targeting Microsoft Copilot, a newly launched Generative AI assistant, to carry out sophisticated phishing attacks. This campaign highlights the risks associated with the widespread adoption of Microsoft services and the challenges that come with introducing new technologies…
New DCRat Campaign Uses YouTube Videos to Target Users
A new campaign involving the DCRat backdoor has recently been uncovered, leveraging YouTube as a primary distribution channel. Since the beginning of the year, attackers have been using the popular video-sharing platform to target users by creating fake or stolen…
Bitdefender Identifies Security Vulnerabilities Enabling Man-in-the-Middle Exploits
Cybersecurity firm Bitdefender has disclosed two high-severity security vulnerabilities affecting its legacy BOX v1 device, exposing users to potential remote code execution and man-in-the-middle attacks. The vulnerabilities, identified on March 12th, 2025, affect a product that is no longer sold…
FreeType Vulnerability Actively Exploited for Arbitrary Code Execution
A significant vulnerability has been identified in the FreeType library, a widely used open-source font rendering engine. This vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-27363, is being actively exploited and may lead to arbitrary code execution on affected systems. Overview of the Vulnerability:…
Fake CAPTCHA Malware Exploits Windows Users to Run PowerShell Commands
In early February 2025, Trustwave SpiderLabs uncovered a resurgence of a malicious campaign leveraging fake CAPTCHA verifications to deliver malware. This campaign uses deceptive CAPTCHA prompts to trick users into executing PowerShell commands, initiating a multi-stage attack chain. The end…
New OBSCURE#BAT Exploit Windows Alters System Processes & Registry for Evasion
Cybersecurity researchers at Securonix have identified an advanced malware campaign that employs social engineering tactics and heavily obfuscated code to deploy rootkits capable of cloaking malicious activities on compromised systems. Dubbed OBSCURE#BAT, the campaign targets English-speaking users through various deception…