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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 45
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape iClicker site hack targeted students with malware via fake CAPTCHA New Noodlophile Stealer Distributes Via Fake AI Video Generation Platforms Backdoor…
StealC Malware Gets a Major Upgrade, Becomes More Dangerous
A harmful computer virus called StealC has recently been updated. It is now harder to detect and better at stealing personal data from users. This malware has been around for a few years, but its latest version makes it…
Google will pay Texas $1.4 billion over its location tracking practices
Google will pay the U.S. state of Texas $1.4B to settle lawsuits over unauthorized location tracking and facial recognition data retention. Google will pay nearly $1.4 billion to the state of Texas to settle two lawsuits over tracking users’ locations…
Co-op Cyberattack Exposes Member Data in Major Security Breach
Millions of Co-op members are being urged to remain vigilant following a significant cyberattack that led to a temporary shutdown of the retailer’s IT infrastructure. The company confirmed that the breach resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive customer data,…
Threat Analysts Reveal How “Evil AI” is Changing Hacking Dynamics
A new wave of AI tools developed with no ethical restrictions is allowing hackers to detect and exploit software vulnerabilities faster than ever before. As these “evil AI” platforms advance quickly, cybersecurity experts fear that traditional defences will fail…
BSidesLV24 – Proving Ground – The Immortal Retrofuturism Of Mainframe Computers And How To Keep Them Safe
Author/Presenter: Michelle Eggers Our sincere appreciation to BSidesLV, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their erudite Security BSidesLV24 content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Tuscany Suites & Casino; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post BSidesLV24…
Cobb County Suffers Alleged Data Breach by Russian Hackers
The recent cyber attacks against local governments have been concerning, with Cobb County in Georgia being targeted in March 2025 by a sophisticated ransomware attack. In an attempt to gain an edge over their competitors, the cybercriminals known as…
The Legacy Cyber Threat: Why We Must Prioritize Modernization
Most governments struggle with replacing legacy systems for a variety of reasons. But some people claim legacy mainframes can be just as secure as modern ones. So how big is the legacy cyber threat? The post The Legacy Cyber Threat:…
Week in review: The impact of a CVE-free future on cyber defense, Patch Tuesday forecast
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: What a future without CVEs means for cyber defense For many cybersecurity professionals, the CVE program is the foundation for hands-on cybersecurity practice and crucial…
Microsoft Teams To Block Screen Capture During Meetings
Microsoft has announced a new “Prevent Screen Capture” feature for Teams that will block unauthorized screenshots during meetings. The feature, scheduled for worldwide rollout in July 2025, represents Microsoft’s continued focus on enterprise security and regulatory compliance in an era…
Driving Innovation with Enhanced NHIDR Capabilities
Taking the Helm: The Essential Elements of Non-Human Identities and Secrets Security Management Are we doing enough to safeguard our digital assets? We cannot overlook the strategic importance of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management. This pivotal methodology closes…
Stay Satisfied with Comprehensive Secrets Vaulting
Is Comprehensive Secrets Vaulting the Key to Optimal Cybersecurity? When we witness a massive digital transformation across many sectors, the need for a robust security system is more pressing than ever before. Machine identities, or Non-Human Identities (NHIs), coupled with…
Feel Relieved with Efficient Secrets Rotation
Is Your Organization Optimally Protecting Its Non-Human Identities? I bring this pertinent issue to light. Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management are essential components in maintaining cybersecurity integrity. But without an effective strategy in place, your organization could be…
Building Adaptable NHIs for a Secure Future
Are We Placing Appropriate Importance on Adaptable NHIs? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are the unsung heroes. Yet, far too often, their crucial role in safeguarding network infrastructure and data is overlooked. However, ignoring the importance of NHIs and their secret management…
Ascension reveals personal data of 437,329 patients exposed in cyberattack
A data breach at Ascension, caused by a former partner’s compromise, exposed the health information of over 430,000 patients. Ascension is one of the largest private healthcare systems in the United States, ranking second in the United States by the number of hospitals as of 2019.…
New AI System Lets Self-Driving Cars Share Road Experiences Like a Social Network
A new type of artificial intelligence (AI) has been designed to help self-driving cars share useful road data with each other, even if they aren’t connected to the internet. This could make future roads safer and help driverless vehicles…
Multiplatform Malware Campaign Uses PDF Invoices to Deploy Java-Based RAT
A new wave of cyberattacks is sweeping across digital infrastructures globally, leveraging weaponised PDF invoices to infiltrate systems with a sophisticated Java-based Remote Access Trojan (RAT). Security researchers from Fortinet have identified a multi-stage, evasive malware campaign targeting Windows,…
Sophisticated PhaaS Phish Toolkits are Now Genetrating Realistic Fake Phishing Pages
Cybersecurity experts are raising alarms over the proliferation of increasingly sophisticated phishing techniques that leverage dedicated Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) toolkits to create authentic-looking pages. These advanced tools allow even technically inexperienced attackers to generate convincing replicas of legitimate websites in real-time,…
Critical Azure and Power Apps Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Exploit RCE
Microsoft has patched four critical security vulnerabilities affecting its Azure cloud services and Power Apps platform that could allow attackers to escalate privileges, perform spoofing attacks, or access sensitive information. Security researchers discovered these high-severity flaws, with one receiving a…