Security researchers have uncovered a sophisticated attack technique that exploits the trust relationships built into AI agent communication systems. The attack, termed agent session smuggling, allows a malicious AI agent to inject covert instructions into established cross-agent communication sessions, effectively…
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Hackers Exploiting Cisco IOS XE Vulnerability in the Wild to Deploy BADCANDY Web Shell
Cybercriminals and state-sponsored actors are ramping up attacks on unpatched Cisco IOS XE devices across Australia, deploying a persistent Lua-based web shell known as BADCANDY to maintain unauthorized access. This implant, first spotted in variations since October 2023, has seen…
CISA Warns of Linux Kernel Use-After-Free Vulnerability Exploited in Attacks to Deploy Ransomware
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent alert about a critical use-after-free vulnerability in the Linux kernel, tracked as CVE-2024-1086. This vulnerability, hidden within the netfilter: nf_tables component, allows local attackers to escalate their privileges…
Akira Ransomware Allegedly Claims Theft of 23GB in Apache OpenOffice Breach
The notorious Akira ransomware group announced on October 29, 2025, that it successfully breached the systems of Apache OpenOffice, exfiltrating a staggering 23 gigabytes of sensitive corporate data. The group, known for its aggressive double-extortion tactics, posted details on its…
Hackers Exploiting Windows Server Update Services Flaw to Steal Sensitive Data from Organizations
Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. Criminals are using this vulnerability to steal sensitive data from organizations in various industries. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-59287, was patched by Microsoft on October 14, 2025, but…
Beware of Malicious ChatGPT Apps That Records Users Action and Steals Sensitive Data
The explosive growth of artificial intelligence has created an unexpected security threat as cybercriminals exploit ChatGPT’s popularity through counterfeit mobile applications. Recent security research uncovered sophisticated malicious apps masquerading as legitimate ChatGPT interfaces, designed to harvest sensitive user data and…
Stolen Credentials and Valid Account Abuse Fuel the Financially Motivated Attacks
Throughout the first half of 2025, financially motivated threat actors have shifted their approach to intrusions, abandoning traditional implant-heavy methods in favor of a more cost-effective strategy. Rather than deploying sophisticated malware payloads, attackers are leveraging stolen credentials and valid…
Google Unveils new AI-Protection for Android to Keep You Safe From Mobile Scams
Google is strengthening its defense against mobile scams with advanced AI-powered protections built directly into Android devices. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, using AI themselves to create convincing fraud schemes, Google’s new safeguards work around the clock to protect your…
Microsoft Introduces Researcher in 365 Copilot: Your Secure Virtual Assistant for Enhanced Productivity
Microsoft has launched Researcher with Computer Use in Microsoft 365 Copilot, marking a significant advancement in autonomous AI technology. This new feature allows the AI assistant to move beyond simple research tasks and actively perform actions on behalf of users…
Progress Patches MOVEit Transfer Uncontrolled Resource Consumption Vulnerability
Progress Software has released critical security patches addressing a high-severity vulnerability affecting MOVEit Transfer, a widely used enterprise file transfer solution. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-10932, carries a CVSS score of 8.2 and impacts the AS2 module across multiple product…
Threat Actors Actively Using Open-Source C2 Framework to Deliver Malicious Payloads
A new wave of cyber threats is emerging as criminals increasingly weaponize AdaptixC2, a free and open-source Command and Control framework originally designed for legitimate penetration testing and red team operations. Security researchers have uncovered a disturbing trend where advanced…
CISA Warns of XWiki Platform Injection vulnerability Exploited to Execute Remote Code
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent warning about a severe injection vulnerability in the XWiki Platform, designated as CVE-2025-24893. This flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary remote code, posing significant risks to organizations…
AzureHound Penetration Testing Tool Weaponized by Threat Actors to Enumerate Azure and Entra ID
AzureHound, an open-source data collection tool designed for legitimate penetration testing and security research, has become a favored weapon in the hands of sophisticated threat actors. The tool, which is part of the BloodHound suite, was originally created to help…
Threat Actors Using Multilingual ZIP File to Attack Financial and Government Organizations
Sophisticated threat actors have orchestrated a coordinated multilingual phishing campaign targeting financial and government organizations across East and Southeast Asia. The campaign leverages carefully crafted ZIP file lures combined with region-specific web templates to deceive users into downloading staged malware…
Kimsuky and Lazarus Hacker Groups Unveil New Tools That Enable Backdoor and Remote Access
Threat actors operating under the control of North Korea’s regime have demonstrated continued technical sophistication by introducing advanced malware toolsets designed to establish persistent backdoor access and remote control over compromised systems. Recent findings have revealed that Kimsuky, known for…
Hackers Weaponizing Windows LNK File UI Misrepresentation Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Chinese-affiliated threat actor UNC6384 has been actively leveraging a critical Windows shortcut vulnerability to target European diplomatic entities across Hungary, Belgium, Serbia, Italy, and the Netherlands. Arctic Wolf researchers identified this sophisticated cyber espionage campaign operating throughout September and October…
WhatsApp Introduces Passkey Encryption for Enhanced Chat Message Backup Security
WhatsApp has unveiled passkey-encrypted backups, simplifying the protection of cherished chat histories without the burden of memorizing complex passwords. This feature allows users to secure their end-to-end encrypted backups using biometric methods like fingerprints, facial recognition, or device screen locks,…
Historic Great Firewall Breach – 500GB+ Censorship Data Exposed
In an unprecedented cybersecurity incident that occurred in September 2025, over 500 gigabytes of internal data from China’s Great Firewall infrastructure were exposed in what security experts are calling one of the most consequential breaches in digital surveillance history. The…
Researchers Created a Linux Rootkit that Evades Elastic Security EDR Detection
A sophisticated Linux kernel rootkit designed to slip past the defenses of Elastic Security, a leading endpoint detection and response (EDR) platform. Released on GitHub by researcher 0xMatheuZ, the rootkit employs advanced obfuscation techniques to evade YARA-based detection and behavioral…
CISA Warns of VMware Tools and Aria Operations 0-Day Vulnerability Exploited in Attacks
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added CVE-2025-41244 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. This local privilege escalation flaw affects Broadcom’s VMware Aria Operations and VMware Tools, with evidence of active exploitation in the wild. Security researchers and…