A sophisticated new malware strain dubbed PumaBot has emerged in the cybersecurity landscape, specifically targeting Internet of Things (IoT) devices through aggressive SSH credential brute-forcing campaigns. This latest threat represents a significant evolution in IoT-focused malware, demonstrating advanced persistence mechanisms…
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Mitigating Credential Theft Risks in Active Directory Environments
As cyber threats increase in sophistication and frequency, organizations are under increasing pressure to secure their digital infrastructure. Microsoft’s Active Directory (AD) remains the backbone of identity and access management for most enterprises, making it a high-value target for attackers.…
Hardening Active Directory with Group Policy Security Controls
As cyber threats evolve in 2025, organizations face mounting pressure to protect their digital identities and critical systems. Microsoft’s Active Directory (AD) remains at the heart of most enterprise networks, making it a prime target for attackers seeking to escalate…
Dark Partner Hackers Using Fake AI, VPN & Crypto Sites to Attacks macOS & Windows Users
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a sophisticated new campaign targeting both macOS and Windows users through meticulously crafted fake websites mimicking popular AI tools, VPN services, and cryptocurrency platforms. The threat actors, operating under the moniker “Dark Partner,” have demonstrated an…
Criminal IP to Debut at Infosecurity Europe 2025
Criminal IP, the AI-powered threat intelligence platform developed by AI SPERA (led by CEO Byungtak Kang), has announced its first participation in Infosecurity Europe 2025, the largest cybersecurity conference in Europe. The event will take place from June 3 to…
Detecting Unauthorized Access Attempts in Active Directory Systems
As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, Active Directory (AD) systems—the backbone of authentication and access management in most enterprises—have become prime targets for attackers. In 2025, security incidents targeting AD have surged by 42%, with organizations facing multiple successful breaches…
Interlock Ransomware deploys NodeSnake RAT to Establish Persistent Access to Corporate Networks
A sophisticated new ransomware campaign has emerged, demonstrating the evolving tactics of cybercriminal organizations as they increasingly deploy multi-stage attacks to maximize both immediate profits and long-term access to compromised networks. The Interlock ransomware group has been observed leveraging the…
Victoria’s Secret Website Went Offline Following a Cybersecurity Incident
Victoria’s Secret & Co. has taken its website offline and suspended select in-store services following what the company describes as a “security incident” that began over the Memorial Day weekend. The lingerie retailer’s website displays only a black screen with…
Microsoft Entra Connect Update Replaces Traditional Username and Password Login Method
Microsoft has officially rolled out a significant security enhancement to Microsoft Entra Connect Sync, transitioning from traditional username and password authentication to a more secure application-based authentication system. This update, available in version 2.5.3.0 and higher, represents a major shift…
Argo CD Vulnerability Let Attackers Create, Modify, & Deleting Kubernetes Resources
A critical Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability has been discovered in Argo CD, the popular GitOps continuous delivery tool for Kubernetes environments. Designated as CVE-2025-47933, this security flaw enables attackers to perform unauthorized actions, including creating, modifying, and deleting Kubernetes resources, through malicious…
Enhancing Active Directory Security for 2025 Cyber Threats
As enterprises enter an era of hybrid work and cloud adoption, Microsoft’s Active Directory (AD) remains the backbone of identity and access management for over 90% of Fortune 1000 companies. In 2025, AD stands at a crossroads: while its centrality…
UTG-Q-015 Hackers Launched Large Scale Brute-Force Attacks Against Govt Web Servers
A sophisticated malware campaign designated UTG-Q-015 has emerged as a significant threat to government infrastructure, targeting web servers through coordinated brute-force attacks across multiple jurisdictions. The malware represents a new evolution in state-sponsored cyber warfare, demonstrating advanced persistence mechanisms and…
Threat Actors Exploit Top Domain Zones for Cyber Attacks
Threat actors are exploiting a diverse range of top-level domains (TLDs) for phishing campaigns, with the .li domain extension emerging as the most dangerous by ratio. According to recent analysis, an unprecedented 57.22% of observed .li domains have been flagged…
Woodpecker Red Teaming Tool to Find Vulnerabilities in AI, Kubernetes & APIs
A new open-source automated red teaming engine designed to democratize advanced security testing across AI systems, Kubernetes environments, and APIs. The tool addresses the growing complexity of security vulnerabilities as organizations increasingly adopt cloud-native applications and artificial intelligence technologies. Woodpecker…
Preventing Data Exfiltration in Advanced Persistent Threat Attacks
In today’s hyper-connected world, Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) have become one of organizations’ most formidable challenges. These stealthy, well-resourced adversaries-often backed by nation-states or organized cybercriminal groups-don’t just seek to disrupt operations; their primary objective is often the silent theft…
CISA Publishes SIEM & SOAR Guide Exclusively for Cyber Security Practitioners
CISA released comprehensive guidance documents on May 27, 2025, specifically designed to assist cybersecurity practitioners in implementing Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms. Developed in collaboration with the Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian…
APT Exploitation of Supply Chain Vulnerabilities in Enterprises
In 2025, the exploitation of supply chain vulnerabilities by Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) has emerged as one of the most significant and damaging trends in enterprise cybersecurity. As organizations become increasingly interconnected, the supply chain, once a driver of efficiency,…
New Research Uncovers Critical Patterns in TCP SYN Segments to Capture Malicious Activity
Recent cybersecurity research has revealed sophisticated patterns within TCP SYN segments that cybercriminals are exploiting to establish covert communication channels and evade traditional network security measures. This groundbreaking analysis demonstrates how attackers manipulate fundamental networking protocols to create nearly undetectable…
Behavioral Analysis for Detecting APT Intrusions in Real Time
In today’s digital age, Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) have become the most formidable adversaries for organizations worldwide. These stealthy, well-resourced attacks often originate from nation-state actors or highly organized cybercriminal groups and target sensitive data, intellectual property, and critical infrastructure.…
Mitigating API Vulnerabilities in Cloud-Based Service Architectures
API vulnerabilities have emerged as one of the most critical cybersecurity concerns of 2025, with organizations scrambling to protect their cloud-based service architectures from increasingly sophisticated attacks. Recent industry reports highlight that 41% of businesses have experienced API security incidents,…