Commvault, a global leader in data protection and information management, has confirmed that a sophisticated cyberattack involving a zero-day vulnerability breached its Azure cloud environment earlier this week. The breach, attributed to a suspected nation-state threat actor, underscores the evolving…
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Tor Browser 14.5.1 Released with Enhanced Security and New Features
The Tor Project has announced the official release of Tor Browser 14.5.1, introducing a host of security improvements and new features designed to bolster privacy and ease of use for millions around the globe. The new version is now available…
Nitrogen Ransomware Uses Cobalt Strike and Log Wiping in Targeted Attacks on Organizations
Threat actors have leveraged the Nitrogen ransomware campaign to target organizations through deceptive malvertising strategies. Recent investigations have uncovered a disturbingly effective method involving fake software downloads, such as a counterfeit “WinSCP” installer, propagated through malicious ads on platforms like…
AiTM Phishing Kits Bypass MFA by Hijacking Credentials and Session Tokens
Darktrace’s Security Operations Center (SOC) in late 2024 and early 2025, cybercriminals have been exploiting legitimate Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms like Milanote to orchestrate sophisticated phishing campaigns. These attacks, bolstered by the Tycoon 2FA phishing kit, demonstrate an advanced Adversary-in-the-Middle (AiTM)…
Trellix Launches Phishing Simulator to Help Organizations Detect and Prevent Attacks
Trellix, a leader in cybersecurity solutions, has unveiled its latest innovation, the Trellix Phishing Simulator, designed to empower organizations in proactively identifying and mitigating phishing attacks. As phishing remains a leading cause of security breaches, often exploiting human error as…
Researchers Reveal Threat Actor TTP Patterns and DNS Abuse in Investment Scams
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered the intricate tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by threat actors in investment scams, which, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), resulted in a record-breaking loss of US$5.7 billion in 2024-a 24% surge from the…
Mitigating Insider Threats – A CISO’s Practical Approach
Insider threats represent one of the most challenging cybersecurity risks facing organizations today, with incidents on the rise and costs escalating. As the boundary between corporate and personal digital environments continues to blur in today’s hybrid work world, traditional perimeter-based…
The CISO’s Guide to Effective Cloud Security Strategies
As organizations accelerate cloud adoption, CISOs face unprecedented challenges securing dynamic, multi-cloud environments. The shift to cloud-native architectures, hybrid workloads, and decentralized data storage has expanded the attack surface, exposing enterprises to sophisticated threats like supply chain compromises, misconfigured APIs,…
How CISOs Can Strengthen Supply Chain Security in 2025
The responsibilities of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are rapidly evolving as digital transformation and global interconnectivity reshape the modern supply chain. In 2025, the supply chain will be more than just a logistical function; it will be a complex,…
Security Policy Development Codifying NIST CSF For Enterprise Adoption
The National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) has become a fundamental reference for organizations aiming to build and mature their cybersecurity programs. With the release of NIST CSF 2.0 in early 2024, the framework now offers…
Researchers Uncovered RansomHub Operation and it’s Relation With Qilin Ransomware
Security researchers have identified significant connections between two major ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operations, with evidence suggesting affiliates from the recently-disabled RansomHub group may have migrated to the Qilin ransomware operation. The investigation reveals sophisticated technical capabilities within both groups and highlights…
SonicWALL Connect Tunnel Vulnerability Could Allow Attackers to Trigger DoS Attacks
A newly disclosed vulnerability in SonicWall’s Connect Tunnel Windows Client could allow malicious actors to trigger denial-of-service (DoS) attacks or corrupt files, according to a recent security advisory (SNWLID-2025-0007) published by SonicWall on April 16, 2025. Vulnerability Overview The vulnerability,…
TheWizards Deploy ‘Spellbinder Hacking Tool’ for Global Adversary-in-the-Middle Attack
ESET researchers have uncovered sophisticated attack techniques employed by a China-aligned threat actor dubbed “TheWizards,” which has been actively targeting entities across Asia and the Middle East since 2022. The group employs a custom lateral movement tool called Spellbinder that…
Cato Networks macOS Client Vulnerability Enables Low-Privilege Code Execution
A critical vulnerability in Cato Networks’ widely used macOS VPN client has been disclosed, enabling attackers with limited access to gain full control over affected systems. Tracked as ZDI-25-252 (CVE pending), the flaw highlights mounting risks for enterprises relying on remote-access tools…
Cybercriminals Trick Tenants into Sending Rent to Fraudulent Accounts
Proofpoint, a leading cybersecurity firm, has identified and named a new financially motivated Business Email Compromise (BEC) threat actor, dubbed TA2900, actively targeting individuals in France and occasionally Canada. This actor employs sophisticated social engineering tactics, sending French-language emails centered…
Researchers Turned Azure Storage Wildcards into a Stealthy Internal SOCKS5 Backdoor
Security researchers at Quarkslab have developed a new covert channel technique that exploits Microsoft’s recommended Azure Storage firewall configurations to bypass network restrictions. Their proof-of-concept tool, named “ProxyBlob,” leverages Azure Blob Storage to create a SOCKS5 proxy, allowing attackers to…
Over 90% of Cybersecurity Leaders Worldwide Report Cloud-Targeted Cyberattacks
A groundbreaking report from Rubrik Zero Labs, titled The State of Data Security: A Distributed Crisis, reveals a staggering reality for global IT and cybersecurity leaders: 90% of surveyed professionals have experienced cyberattacks within the last year, with many facing…
Ruby on Rails Vulnerability Allows CSRF Protection Bypass
A critical vulnerability in Ruby on Rails’ Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection mechanism has been identified, affecting all versions since the 2022/2023 “fix” and persisting in the current implementation. This flaw undermines the framework’s ability to secure applications against CSRF…
New WordPress Malware Disguised as Anti-Malware Plugin Takes Full Control of Websites
The Wordfence Threat Intelligence team has identified a new strain of WordPress malware that masquerades as a legitimate plugin, often named ‘WP-antymalwary-bot.php.’ First detected on January 22, 2025, during a routine site cleanup, this malware exhibits advanced capabilities, enabling attackers…
Microsoft Telnet Server Flaw Lets Attackers Bypass Guest Login Restrictions
A newly disclosed vulnerability in Microsoft’s Telnet Server component is making headlines after researchers revealed that attackers could exploit the flaw to bypass established guest login restrictions. Security analysts warn that the flaw could pave the way for unauthorized access…
Firefox 138 Launches with Patches for Several High-Severity Flaws
Mozilla has officially released Firefox 138, marking a significant update focused on user security. The new version addresses multiple high-severity vulnerabilities, following the Mozilla Foundation Security Advisory 2025-28. The Firefox browser continues its tradition of proactive security practices, ensuring users…
Anthropic Report Reveals Growing Risks from Misuse of Generative AI Misuse
A recent threat report from Anthropic, titled “Detecting and Countering Malicious Uses of Claude: March 2025,” published on April 24, has shed light on the escalating misuse of generative AI models by threat actors. The report meticulously documents four distinct…
AWS Defaults Open Stealthy Attack Paths Enabling Privilege Escalation and Account Compromise
A recent investigation by security researchers has exposed critical vulnerabilities in the default IAM roles of several Amazon Web Services (AWS) offerings, including SageMaker, Glue, and EMR, as well as open-source projects like Ray. These roles, often automatically created or…
Researchers Exploit OAuth Misconfigurations to Gain Unrestricted Access to Sensitive Data
A security researcher has uncovered a serious vulnerability resulting from incorrectly configured OAuth2 credentials in a startling discovery from a recent YesWeHack bug reward engagement. This discovery, made during an in-depth analysis of a target’s web application, highlights the severe…
China-Linked Hackers Targeting Organizational Infrastructure and High-Value Clients
A leading U.S.-based cybersecurity firm, sophisticated cyber-espionage campaigns attributed to Chinese state-sponsored actors have come to light. Tracked as the PurpleHaze activity cluster, these adversaries have targeted SentinelOne’s infrastructure alongside high-value organizations associated with its business ecosystem. Uncovering the PurpleHaze…
Docker Registry Vulnerability Lets macOS Users Access Any Registry Without Authorization
A recently discovered vulnerability in Docker Desktop for macOS is raising concerns in the developer and security communities. The flaw, which stems from the improper application of Registry Access Management (RAM) policies under certain conditions, could allow unauthorized access to potentially malicious…
PowerDNS DNSdist Vulnerability Let Attackers Trigger Denial-of-Service
PowerDNS has issued an urgent security advisory for its DNSdist software, warning users of a critical vulnerability that could let attackers trigger denial-of-service (DoS) conditions by exploiting flawed DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) exchanges. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-30194 (CVSS score: 7.5), affects DNSdist versions 1.9.0…
WhatsApp Unveils New AI Features While Ensuring Full Message Secrecy
WhatsApp, the world’s most popular messaging platform, has announced a major expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities, promising to enhance user experience while reinforcing its longstanding commitment to privacy and message secrecy. Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, has integrated its generative…
Wormable AirPlay Zero-Click RCE Flaw Allows Remote Device Hijack via Wi-Fi
A major set of vulnerabilities-collectively named “AirBorne”-in Apple’s AirPlay protocol and SDK have been unveiled, enabling an array of severe attack vectors. Most critically, these flaws allow zero-click “wormable” Remote Code Execution (RCE), meaning attackers can take over Apple and third-party…
Chrome 136 Fixes 20-Year-Old Privacy Bug in Latest Update
Google has begun rolling out Chrome 136 to the stable channel for Windows, Mac, and Linux, bringing significant security and privacy upgrades to millions of users worldwide. The update, set to be distributed over the coming days and weeks, addresses…
Cyber Espionage Campaign Targets Uyghur Exiles with Trojanized Language Software
A sophisticated cyberattack targeted senior members of the World Uyghur Congress (WUC), the largest Uyghur diaspora organization, using a weaponized version of UyghurEditPP-a trusted open-source Uyghur language text editor. This incident exemplifies the technical evolution of digital transnational repression and…
Researchers Uncover SuperShell Payloads and Various Tools in Hacker’s Open Directories
Cybersecurity researchers at Hunt have uncovered a server hosting advanced malicious tools, including SuperShell command-and-control (C2) payloads and a Linux ELF Cobalt Strike beacon. The discovery, originating from a routine search for open-source proxy software, highlights the pervasive risks of…
20.5 Million DDoS Barrage Shattered Records Leading Attack Fired Off 4.8 Billion Packets
Cloudflare’s latest DDoS Threat Report for the first quarter of 2025 reveals that the company mitigated a record-shattering 20.5 million Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, marking a 358% surge year-over-year and a 198% increase quarter-over-quarter compared to the previous…
New Gremlin Stealer Advertised on Hacker Forums Targets Credit Card Data and Login Credentials
A formidable new information-stealing malware dubbed Gremlin Stealer has surfaced in the cybercrime underground, actively promoted since mid-March 2025 on platforms like the Telegram channel CoderSharp. Discovered by Unit 42 researchers at Palo Alto Networks, this malware, crafted in C#,…
Google Reports 75 Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Actively Exploited in the Wild
In a comprehensive report released by the Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), 75 zero-day vulnerabilities were identified as actively exploited in the wild throughout 2024, marking a slight decline from 98 in 2023 but an increase from 63 in 2022.…
Outlaw Cybergang Launches Global Attacks on Linux Environments with New Malware
The Outlaw cybergang, also known as “Dota,” has intensified its global assault on Linux environments, exploiting weak or default SSH credentials to deploy a Perl-based crypto mining botnet. Detailed insights from a recent incident response case in Brazil, handled by…
Konni APT Deploys Multi-Stage Malware in Targeted Organizational Attacks
A sophisticated multi-stage malware campaign, potentially orchestrated by the North Korean Konni Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, has been identified targeting entities predominantly in South Korea. Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a meticulously crafted attack chain that leverages advanced obfuscation techniques…
GPUAF: Two Methods to Root Qualcomm-Based Android Phones
Security researchers have exposed critical vulnerabilities in Qualcomm GPU drivers, impacting a vast array of Android devices from brands like Samsung, Honor, Xiaomi, and Vivo. These exploits, centered around the GPU Address Fault (GPUAF) primitive, target the kgsl_mem_entry and Virtual…
Verizon 2025 Report Highlights Surge in Cyberattacks Through Third Parties
Verizon Business unveiled its 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) today, painting a stark picture of the escalating cyber threat landscape. Analyzing over 22,000 security incidents, including 12,195 confirmed data breaches, the report reveals a alarming 30% involvement of third…
Blinded from Above: How Relentless Cyber-Attacks Are Knocking Satellites Out of Sight
According to the Center for Strategic & International Studies’ (CSIS) 2025 Space Threat Assessment, space systems’ susceptibility to cyberattacks has gained significant attention. With approximately 720 cyber incidents reported across sectors in 2024 by the European Repository of Cyber Incidents…
Threat Actors Accelerate Transition from Reconnaissance to Compromise – New Report Finds
Cybercriminals are leveraging automation across the entire attack chain, drastically reducing the time from reconnaissance to compromise. The data shows a staggering 16.7% global increase in scans, with over 36,000 scans per second targeting not just exposed ports but delving…
Google Chrome Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Bypass Sandbox Restrictions – Technical Details Revealed
A severe vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-2783, has been discovered in Google Chrome, specifically targeting the Mojo inter-process communication (IPC) component on Windows systems. This high-impact flaw, with a CVSS score of 8.8, stems from improper handle validation and management within…
Europol Launches Taskforce to Combat Violence-as-a-Service Networks
Europol has announced the launch of a powerful new Operational Taskforce (OTF), codenamed GRIMM, to confront the alarming rise of “violence-as-a-service” (VaaS) and the growing recruitment of young people by organised crime groups across Europe. Spearheaded by Sweden and joined by…
ResolverRAT Targets Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Sectors Through Sophisticated Phishing Attacks
A previously undocumented remote access trojan (RAT) named ResolverRAT has surfaced, specifically targeting healthcare and pharmaceutical organizations worldwide. First observed as recently as March 10, 2025, this malware distinguishes itself from related threats like Rhadamanthys and Lumma through its sophisticated…
JokerOTP Platform Linked to 28,000+ Phishing Attacks Dismantled
Law enforcement agencies from the UK and the Netherlands have dismantled the notorious JokerOTP cybercrime platform, which is allegedly linked to more than 28,000 phishing attacks across 13 countries. A 24-year-old man was apprehended this morning by Cleveland Police at…
Windows Server 2025 Gets Hotpatching Support Beginning July 1, 2025
Microsoft announced that hotpatching support for Windows Server 2025 will become generally available as a subscription service starting July 1, 2025. This move expands a key feature-previously exclusive to Azure-based servers-for broader use in on-premises and multicloud environments via Azure…
Critical Linux Kernel Flaw (CVE-2025-21756) Allows Privilege Escalation
A newly disclosed vulnerability in the Linux kernel, tracked as CVE-2025-21756 and dubbed “Attack of the Vsock,” has sent ripples through the cybersecurity community. The flaw enables attackers to escalate privileges to root, potentially gaining full control over affected Linux systems. According…
Massive Attack: 4,800+ IPs Used to Target Git Configuration Files
A recent surge in cyber reconnaissance has put thousands of organizations at risk after GreyNoise, a global threat intelligence platform, detected an alarming spike in attempts to access sensitive Git configuration files. Between April 20 and 21, GreyNoise observed the…
CISA Issues Warning on Commvault Web Server Flaw Exploited in the Wild
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent alert concerning a newly disclosed security flaw in the Commvault Web Server. This vulnerability, now tracked as CVE-2025-3928, could allow remote, authenticated attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems,…
CISA Adds Broadcom Brocade Fabric OS Flaw to Known Exploited Vulnerabilities List
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent security advisory after adding a critical Broadcom Brocade Fabric OS vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-1976, affects Broadcom’s widely deployed Brocade Fabric…
FBI Reports ₹1.38 Lakh Crore Loss in 2024, a 33% Surge from 2023
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has reported a record-breaking loss of $16.6 billion (approximately ₹1.38 lakh crore) due to cyber-enabled crimes in 2024, marking a staggering 33% increase from the previous year. Established 25 years ago, IC3 has…
19 APT Hackers Target Asia-based Company Servers Using Exploited Vulnerabilities and Spear Phishing Email
The NSFOCUS Fuying Laboratory’s global threat hunting system identified 19 sophisticated Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) attack campaigns, predominantly targeting regions across South Asia, East Asia, Eastern Europe, and South America. These incursions highlighted a continuation of targeted cyber espionage and…
RansomHub Ransomware Deploys Malware to Breach Corporate Networks
The eSentire’s Threat Response Unit (TRU) in early March 2025, a sophisticated cyberattack leveraging SocGholish malware, also known as FakeUpdates, was uncovered targeting corporate networks. This attack, orchestrated by affiliates of RansomHub-a notorious Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) group emerging in 2024-demonstrates a…
Python-Based Discord RAT Enables Remote Control and Disruption Through a Simple Interface
A newly analyzed Python-based Remote Access Trojan (RAT) has emerged as a significant cybersecurity threat, utilizing Discord as its command-and-control (C2) platform. Disguised as a benign script, this malware transforms the popular communication tool into a hub for malicious operations,…
Fog Ransomware Reveals Active Directory Exploitation Tools and Scripts
Cybersecurity researchers from The DFIR Report’s Threat Intel Group uncovered an open directory hosted at 194.48.154.79:80, believed to be operated by an affiliate of the Fog ransomware group, which emerged in mid-2024. This publicly accessible server revealed a sophisticated arsenal…
Hannibal Stealer: Cracked Variant of Sharp and TX Malware Targets Browsers, Wallets, and FTP Clients
A new cyber threat, dubbed Hannibal Stealer, has surfaced as a rebranded and cracked variant of the Sharp and TX stealers, originally promoted by the reverse engineering group ‘llcppc_reverse.’ Developed in C# and leveraging the .NET Framework, this information-stealing malware…
Advanced Multi-Stage Carding Attack Hits Magento Site Using Fake GIFs and Reverse Proxy Malware
A multi-stage carding attack has been uncovered targeting a Magento eCommerce website running an outdated version 1.9.2.4. This version, unsupported by Adobe since June 2020, left the site vulnerable due to unpatched security flaws. The malware employed a deceptive .gif…
Rack Ruby Framework Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Inject and Manipulate Log Content
Researchers Thai Do and Minh Pham have exposed multiple critical vulnerabilities in the Rack Ruby framework, a cornerstone of Ruby-based web applications with over a billion global downloads. Identified as CVE-2025-25184, CVE-2025-27111, and CVE-2025-27610, these flaws pose significant risks to…
SAP NetWeaver 0-Day Flaw Actively Exploited to Deploy Webshells
SAP disclosed a critical zero-day vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-31324, in its NetWeaver Visual Composer component. This vulnerability, with a maximum CVSSv3 severity score of 10.0, stems from a missing authorization check within the Metadata Uploader module of Visual Composer. When exploited,…
Windows 11 25H2 Expected to Launch with Minor Changes
Microsoft is quietly preparing the next update to its flagship operating system, Windows 11 25H2, with new evidence pointing toward a September–October 2025 release. Unlike the much-anticipated Windows 11 24H2-the major update arriving in 2024-the 25H2 release is shaping up to…
China Claims U.S. Cyberattack Targeted Leading Encryption Company
China has accused U.S. intelligence agencies of carrying out a sophisticated cyberattack against one of its foremost commercial cryptography providers, resulting in the theft of vast amounts of sensitive data. The allegations were announced in a report published Monday by…
Critical FastCGI Library Flaw Exposes Embedded Devices to Code Execution
A severe vulnerability (CVE-2025-23016) in the FastCGI library-a core component of lightweight web server communication been disclosed, threatening countless embedded and IoT devices with remote code execution. FastCGI, widely used to connect web servers (like NGINX and lighttpd) to backend…
Viasat Modems Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Remote Code
A severe zero-day vulnerability has been uncovered in multiple Viasat satellite modem models, including the RM4100, RM4200, EM4100, RM5110, RM5111, RG1000, RG1100, EG1000, and EG1020. Identified by ONEKEY Research Lab through automated binary static analysis, the flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-6198,…
Obfuscation Techniques: A Key Weapon in the Ongoing War Between Hackers and Defenders
Obfuscation stands as a powerful weapon for attackers seeking to shield their malicious code from defenders. This technique, which deliberately makes code hard to understand while preserving its functionality, is a cornerstone of the ongoing struggle between black hats and…
CISA Alerts Users to Security Flaws in Planet Technology Network Products
The United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a critical security alert regarding multiple severe vulnerabilities discovered in several Planet Technology networking products. The flaws, detailed in alert ICSA-25-114-06, could allow remote attackers to take control of…
React Router Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Spoof Content and Alter Values
The widely used React Router library, a critical navigation tool for React applications, has resolved two high-severity vulnerabilities (CVE-2025-43864 and CVE-2025-43865) that allowed attackers to spoof content, alter data values, and launch cache-poisoning attacks. Developers must update to react-router v7.5.2 immediately to…
New iOS Vulnerability Could Brick iPhones with Just One Line of Code
A security researcher has uncovered a critical vulnerability in iOS, Apple’s flagship mobile operating system. The flaw, CVE-2025-24091, which leverages the long-standing but little-known “Darwin notification” system, allows any app-including those confined by Apple’s usually strict sandbox restrictions push the…
Three IXON VPN Client Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Escalate Privileges
Security researchers at Shelltrail have discovered three significant vulnerabilities in the IXON VPN client that could allow attackers to escalate privileges on both Windows and Linux systems. The vulnerabilities, temporarily designated as CVE-2025-ZZZ-01, CVE-2025-ZZZ-02, and CVE-2025-ZZZ-03, affect the widely used…
Cybercriminals Selling Sophisticated HiddenMiner Malware on Dark Web Forums
Cybercriminals have begun openly marketing a powerful new variant of the HiddenMiner malware on underground dark web forums, raising alarms within the cybersecurity community. The malware, a heavily modified Monero (XMR) cryptocurrency miner, attracts buyers due to its advanced stealth…
Cybersecurity Firm CEO Arrested for Planting Malware in Hospital Systems
Jeffrey Bowie, the CEO of a local cybersecurity firm, has been arrested for allegedly planting malware on computers at SSM St. Anthony Hospital. Bowie, who until recently touted himself as a leader in protecting businesses from cyber threats, now faces…
Building A Strong Compliance Framework: A CISO’s Guide To Meeting Regulatory Requirements
In the current digital landscape, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are under mounting pressure to ensure their organizations meet a growing array of regulatory requirements while maintaining robust cybersecurity. The proliferation of regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation…
How To Use Digital Forensics To Strengthen Your Organization’s Cybersecurity Posture
Digital forensics has become a cornerstone of modern cybersecurity strategies, moving beyond its traditional role of post-incident investigation to become an essential proactive defense mechanism. Organizations today face an ever-expanding threat landscape, with attackers employing increasingly sophisticated tactics to breach…
New AI-Generated ‘TikDocs’ Exploits Trust in the Medical Profession to Drive Sales
AI-generated medical scams across TikTok and Instagram, where deepfake avatars pose as healthcare professionals to promote unverified supplements and treatments. These synthetic “doctors” exploit public trust in the medical field, often directing users to purchase products with exaggerated or entirely…
Two Systemic Jailbreaks Uncovered, Exposing Widespread Vulnerabilities in Generative AI Models
Two significant security vulnerabilities in generative AI systems have been discovered, allowing attackers to bypass safety protocols and extract potentially dangerous content from multiple popular AI platforms. These “jailbreaks” affect services from industry leaders including OpenAI, Google, Microsoft, and Anthropic,…
Gamers Beware! New Attack Targets Gamers to Deploy AgeoStealer Malware
The cybersecurity landscape faces an escalating crisis as AgeoStealer joins the ranks of advanced infostealers targeting global gaming communities. Documented in Flashpoint’s 2025 Global Threat Intelligence Report, this malware strain exploits gaming enthusiasts’ trust through socially engineered distribution channels, leveraging…
XDR, MDR, And EDR: Enhancing Your Penetration Testing Process With Advanced Threat Detection
In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, organizations must continuously adapt their defense strategies to stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated threats. One of the most effective ways to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities is through penetration testing, a proactive approach that simulates…
Compliance And Governance: What Every CISO Needs To Know About Data Protection Regulations
The cybersecurity landscape has changed dramatically in recent years, largely due to the introduction of comprehensive data protection regulations across the globe. Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) now find themselves at the intersection of technical security, regulatory compliance, and organizational…
How to Develop a Strong Security Culture – Advice for CISOs and CSOs
Developing a strong security culture is one of the most critical responsibilities for today’s CISOs (Chief Information Security Officers) and CSOs (Chief Security Officers). As cyber threats become more sophisticated and pervasive, technical defenses alone are insufficient. A resilient security…
North Korean APT Hackers Pose as Companies to Spread Malware to Job Seekers
Silent Push Threat Analysts have uncovered a chilling new cyberattack campaign orchestrated by the North Korean Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group known as Contagious Interview, also referred to as Famous Chollima, a subgroup of the notorious Lazarus group. This state-sponsored…
Russian Hackers Attempt to Sabotage Digital Control Systems of Dutch Public Service
The Dutch Defense Ministry has revealed that critical infrastructure, democratic processes, and North Sea installations in the Netherlands have become focal points for Russian cyber operations. These attacks, identified as part of a coordinated strategy to destabilize social cohesion and…
Threat Actors Register Over 26,000 Domains Imitating Brands to Deceive Users
Researchers from Unit 42 have uncovered a massive wave of SMS phishing, or “smishing,” activity targeting unsuspecting users. Since the FBI’s initial warning in April 2024, over 91,500 root domains associated with smishing have been identified and blocked. However, the…
“Power Parasites” Phishing Campaign Targets Energy Firms and Major Brands
Silent Push Threat Analysts have uncovered a widespread phishing and scam operation dubbed “Power Parasites,” targeting prominent energy companies and major global brands across multiple sectors in 2024. This campaign, active primarily in Asian countries such as Bangladesh, Nepal, and…
DragonForce and Anubis Ransomware Gangs Launch New Affiliate Programs
Secureworks Counter Threat Unit (CTU) researchers have uncovered innovative strategies deployed by the DragonForce and Anubis ransomware operators in 2025. These groups are adapting to law enforcement pressures with novel affiliate models designed to maximize profits and expand their reach,…
WooCommerce Users Targeted by Fake Security Vulnerability Alerts
A concerning large-scale phishing campaign targeting WooCommerce users has been uncovered by the Patchstack securpity team, employing a highly sophisticated email and web-based phishing template to deceive website owners. The attackers behind this operation warn users of a fabricated “Unauthenticated…
Threat Actors Target Organizations in Thailand with Ransomware Attacks
Thailand is experiencing a significant escalation in ransomware attacks, with both state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) groups and cybercriminal organizations zeroing in on key industries across the country. The surge is underpinned by Thailand’s position as a burgeoning financial hub…
North Korean Hackers Exploit GenAI to Land Remote Jobs Worldwide
A groundbreaking report from Okta Threat Intelligence reveals how operatives linked to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), often referred to as North Korean hackers, are leveraging Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to infiltrate remote technical roles across the globe.…
7 Best Third-Party Risk Management Software in 2025
Whether you operate a small business or run a large enterprise, you rely on third-party suppliers, merchants or software providers. They are fundamental to your operations, but they can pose security risks. The better you understand how that happens, the…
Chrome UAF Process Vulnerabilities Actively Exploited
Security researchers have revealed that two critical use-after-free (UAF) vulnerabilities in Google Chrome’s Browser process were actively exploited in the wild, exposing users to potential sandbox escapes and arbitrary code execution. However, Google’s deployment of the MiraclePtr defense mechanism ensures…
Microsoft Defender XDR False Positive Leaked Massive 1,700+ Sensitive Documents to Publish
An alarming data leak involving Microsoft Defender XDR has exposed more than 1,700 sensitive documents from hundreds of organizations, following a chain reaction triggered by a critical false positive error. Security researchers at ANY.RUN first identified and reported the incident,…
Hackers Exploit MS-SQL Servers to Deploy Ammyy Admin for Remote Access
A sophisticated cyberattack campaign has surfaced, targeting poorly managed Microsoft SQL (MS-SQL) servers to deploy malicious tools like Ammyy Admin and PetitPotato malware. Cybersecurity researchers have observed attackers exploiting vulnerabilities in these servers to gain unauthorized access, execute commands for…
‘SessionShark’ – A New Toolkit Bypasses Microsoft Office 365 MFA Security
Security researchers have uncovered a new and sophisticated threat to Microsoft Office 365 users: a phishing-as-a-service toolkit dubbed “SessionShark O365 2FA/MFA.” Promoted through cybercriminal marketplaces, SessionShark is designed to bypass Microsoft’s multi-factor authentication (MFA) protections—an alarming escalation in the ongoing…
159 CVEs Exploited in the Wild in Q1 2025, 8.3% Targeted Within 1-Day Vulnerabilities Exploited
VulnCheck’s latest report for Q1 2025 has identified 159 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) publicly disclosed as exploited in the wild for the first time. Alarmingly, 28.3% of these Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEVs) saw evidence of exploitation within just one…
New Report Reveals How AI is Rapidly Enhancing Phishing Attack Precision
The Zscaler ThreatLabz 2025 Phishing Report unveils the alarming sophistication of modern phishing attacks, driven by generative AI (GenAI). By examining over 2 billion blocked phishing transactions on the Zscaler Zero Trust Exchange™ cloud security platform from January to December…
FBI Offers $10 Million Reward for information on Salt Typhoon Hackers
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, has announced a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification or location of individuals connected to the recent “Salt Typhoon” cyberattacks.…
Hackers Claim TikTok Breach, Leak Over 900,000 Usernames and Passwords
A hacker collective known as R00TK1T claims to have breached TikTok’s user database, allegedly leaking login information for over 900,000 users. The group, which has previously made waves in the hacking community with bold claims—often with little substantiated evidence—has taken…
Spring Security Vulnerability Exposes Valid Usernames to Attackers
A newly identified security vulnerability, CVE-2025-22234, has exposed a critical weakness in the widely-used Spring Security framework. According to the HeroDevs report, affecting several versions of the spring-security-crypto package, this flaw makes it possible for attackers to discern valid usernames…
Russian VPS Servers With RDP and Proxy Servers Enable North Korean Cybercrime Operations
Trend Research has uncovered a sophisticated network of cybercrime operations linked to North Korea, heavily utilizing Russian internet infrastructure. Specifically, IP address ranges in the towns of Khasan and Khabarovsk, Russia, assigned to organizations under TransTelecom (ASN AS20485), are pivotal…
Microsoft’s Patch for Symlink Vulnerability Introduces New Windows Denial-of-Service Flaw
Microsoft’s recent attempt to resolve a critical privilege escalation vulnerability has inadvertently introduced a new denial-of-service (DoS) flaw in Windows systems, leaving organizations vulnerable to update failures and potential security risks. In early April 2025, Microsoft addressed CVE-2025-21204, a security flaw…
SAP NetWeaver 0-Day Vulnerability Enables Webshell Deployment
Cybersecurity analysts have issued a high-priority warning after several incidents revealed active exploitation of SAP NetWeaver, the widely deployed enterprise integration platform. Attackers have leveraged an unreported 0-day vulnerability to deploy web shells, which give them remote command execution capabilities…
U.S. Secret Service Reveals Ways to Identify Credit Card Skimmers
With credit card skimming crimes escalating nationwide, the U.S. Secret Service’s Washington Field Office is sharing essential tips for the public to protect themselves from this growing threat, shared by Officials in LinkedIn post. According to the agency, credit card…