Serious security vulnerabilities have been uncovered in the popular social media and content-sharing app, RedNote, compromising the privacy and security of millions of users globally. Researchers revealed critical flaws allowing attackers to intercept sensitive user data, access device files, and…
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New Malware Exploiting Outlook as a Communication Channel via the Microsoft Graph API
A newly discovered malware, named FINALDRAFT, has been identified leveraging Microsoft Outlook as a command-and-control (C2) communication channel through the Microsoft Graph API. This sophisticated malware was uncovered by Elastic Security Labs during an investigation targeting a foreign ministry. The…
Threat Actors Exploiting DeepSeek’s Popularity to Deploy Malware
The meteoric rise of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has not only disrupted the AI sector but also attracted the attention of cybercriminals. Following the release of its open-source model, DeepSeek-R1, on January 20, 2025, the platform experienced exponential growth,…
Winnti Hackers Attacking Japanese Organisations with New Malware
The China-based Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group known as the Winnti Group, also referred to as APT41, has launched a new cyberattack campaign targeting Japanese organizations in the manufacturing, materials, and energy sectors. Dubbed “RevivalStone,” this campaign employs a novel…
Russian Hackers Leverages Weaponized Microsoft Key Management Service (KMS) to Hack Windows Systems
In a calculated cyber-espionage campaign, the Russian state-sponsored hacking group Sandworm (APT44), linked to the GRU (Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate), has been exploiting pirated Microsoft Key Management Service (KMS) activation tools to target Ukrainian Windows systems. This operation, active since…
APT43 Hackers Targeting Academic Institutions Using Exposed Credentials
APT43, also known by aliases such as Black Banshee, Emerald Sleet, and Kimsuky, is a North Korean state-sponsored cyber threat actor linked to the Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB). This group is primarily motivated by espionage and has recently expanded its…
Amazon Machine Image Vulnerability Allows Hackers to Publish Fake Resources
A new security vulnerability targeting Amazon Machine Images (AMIs) has emerged, exposing organizations and users to potential exploitation. Dubbed the “whoAMI name confusion attack,” this flaw allows attackers to publish malicious virtual machine images under misleading names, tricking unsuspecting users…
Critical Chrome Flaw Allows Attackers to Remotely Execute Code
Google has released an urgent update for its Chrome browser to address a critical security vulnerability that could allow attackers to remotely execute malicious code on vulnerable systems. The flaw, identified as CVE-2025-0995, is categorized as a “Use-After-Free” vulnerability in…
Global IoT Data Leak Exposes 2.7 Billion Records and Wi-Fi Passwords Worldwide
A massive security lapse has exposed over 2.7 billion records, including sensitive Wi-Fi credentials, device information, and user details, raising global concerns over IoT (Internet of Things) security. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered this unprotected database, linked to Mars Hydro,…
Palo Alto PAN-OS Zero-Day Flaw Allows Attackers to Bypass Web Interface Authentication
Palo Alto Networks has disclosed a zero-day vulnerability in its PAN-OS software (CVE-2025-0108), allowing attackers to bypass authentication on the management web interface. With a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH), the flaw has been flagged as a significant security issue…
SonicWall Firewalls Exploit Hijack SSL VPN Sessions to Gain Networks Access
SonicWall firewalls running specific versions of SonicOS are vulnerable to a critical authentication bypass flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-53704, which allows attackers to hijack active SSL VPN sessions. This vulnerability has been classified as high-risk, with a CVSS score of 8.2.…
Cl0p Ransomware Hide Itself on Compromised Networks After Exfiltrate the Data
The Cl0p ransomware group, a prominent player in the cybercrime landscape since 2019, has intensified its operations by employing advanced techniques to remain undetected within compromised networks. Known for its association with the TA505 threat group, Cl0p has shifted its…
ZeroLogon Ransomware Exploits Windows AD to Hijack Domain Controller Access
A newly intensified wave of ransomware attacks has surfaced, leveraging the infamous ZeroLogon vulnerability (CVE-2020-1472) to compromise Windows Active Directory (AD) domain controllers. This exploit, first identified in 2020, has become a key weapon for ransomware groups like Ryuk and…
Hackers Exploit Ivanti Connect Secure Vulnerability to Inject SPAWNCHIMERA malware
In a concerning development, cybersecurity experts have identified active exploitation of a critical vulnerability in Ivanti Connect Secure (ICS) appliances, tracked as CVE-2025-0282. This zero-day vulnerability, a stack-based buffer overflow with a CVSS score of 9.0, has been leveraged by…
Enhancing Threat Detection With Improved Metadata & MITRE ATT&CK tags
The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly, demanding more sophisticated tools and methodologies to combat emerging threats. In response, Proofpoint’s Emerging Threats (ET) team has implemented significant updates to its ruleset, enhancing metadata coverage and integrating MITRE ATT&CK tags. These…
Researchers Breach Software Supply Chain and Secure $50K Bug Bounty
A duo of cybersecurity researchers uncovered a critical vulnerability in a software supply chain, landing them an extraordinary $50,500 bug bounty. The exploit, described as an “Exceptional Vulnerability,” not only exposed systemic flaws in software supply chain security but also…
Windows Driver Zero-Day Vulnerability Let Hackers Remotely Gain System Access
Microsoft has confirmed the discovery of a significant zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-21418, in the Windows Ancillary Function Driver for WinSock. This flaw, categorized as an Elevation of Privilege (EoP) vulnerability, has been exploited in the wild, allowing attackers to remotely gain control…
Hackers Manipulate Users Into Running PowerShell as Admin to Exploit Windows
Microsoft Threat Intelligence has exposed a novel cyberattack method employed by the North Korean state-sponsored hacking group, Emerald Sleet (also known as Kimsuky or VELVET CHOLLIMA). The group is exploiting social engineering tactics to deceive individuals into running PowerShell commands…
Fortinet’s FortiOS Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers Trigger RCE and Launch DoS Attack
Fortinet’s FortiOS, the operating system powering its VPN and firewall appliances, has been found vulnerable to multiple security flaws that could allow attackers to execute remote code (RCE) and launch denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. These vulnerabilities, disclosed by Akamai researcher Ben…
FortiOS & FortiProxy Vulnerability Allows Attackers Firewall Hijacks to Gain Super Admin Access
A critical vulnerability in Fortinet’s FortiOS and FortiProxy products has been identified, enabling attackers to bypass authentication and gain super-admin access. The flaw, classified as an Authentication Bypass Using an Alternate Path or Channel (CWE-288), is actively being exploited in…
0-Day Vulnerability in Windows Storage Allow Hackers to Delete the Target Files Remotely
A newly discovered 0-day vulnerability in Windows Storage has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. Identified as CVE-2025-21391, this critical flaw allows attackers to elevate privilege and remotely delete targeted files on a victim’s system without their interaction. Microsoft officially confirmed…
Sandworm APT Hackers Weaponize Microsoft KMS Activation Tools To Compromise Windows
In a sophisticated cyber-espionage operation, the Russian state-sponsored hacking group Sandworm (APT44), linked to the GRU (Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate), has been exploiting pirated Microsoft Key Management Service (KMS) activation tools to target Ukrainian Windows users. The campaign, which began…
Ratatouille Malware Bypass UAC Control & Exploits I2P Network to Launch Cyber Attacks
A newly discovered malware, dubbed “Ratatouille” (or I2PRAT), is raising alarms in the cybersecurity community due to its sophisticated methods of bypassing User Account Control (UAC) and leveraging the Invisible Internet Project (I2P) network for anonymous Command and Control (C2)…
Hackers Can Exploit “Wormable” Windows LDAP RCE Vulnerability for Remote Attacks
A critical new vulnerability in Microsoft’s Windows Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), tagged as CVE-2025-21376, has recently come to light, raising alarms across global cybersecurity circles. The flaw, which has been classified as “critical,” could allow remote attackers to execute…
Google Chrome’s Safe Browsing Now Protects 1 Billion Users Worldwide
Google’s Safe Browsing technology now ensures enhanced protection for over 1 billion Chrome users worldwide. Launched in 2005, Safe Browsing is a robust system designed to safeguard users from phishing, malware, scams, and other cyber threats. By leveraging advanced artificial…
Critical Ivanti CSA Vulnerability Allows Attackers Remote Code Execution to Gain Restricted Access
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the Ivanti Cloud Services Application (CSA), potentially allowing attackers to execute remote code and access restricted functionality. Ivanti has released an urgent security update to address the issues, tracked as CVE-2024-47908 and CVE-2024-11771,…
Critical OpenSSL Vulnerability Let Attackers Launch Man-in-the-Middle Attacks
A high-severity security vulnerability (CVE-2024-12797) has been identified in OpenSSL, one of the most widely used cryptographic libraries. The flaw allows attackers to exploit a loophole in TLS and DTLS handshakes, potentially enabling man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks on vulnerable connections. OpenSSL…
Fortinet FortiOS & FortiProxy Zero-Day Exploited to Hijack Firewall & Gain Super Admin Access
Cybersecurity firm Fortinet has issued an urgent warning regarding a newly discovered zero-day authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2025-24472) affecting its FortiOS and FortiProxy products. This critical flaw enables remote attackers to obtain super-admin privileges by exploiting maliciously crafted CSF proxy requests.…
Microsoft Patch Tuesday February 2025: 61 Vulnerabilities Including 25 RCE & 3 0-Day
Microsoft has released its highly anticipated Patch Tuesday security updates for February 2025, addressing a wide range of vulnerabilities across its products and services. This month’s release includes fixes for critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities, elevation of privilege flaws,…
Microsoft Patch Tuesday February 2025: 61 Vulnerabilities Including 25 RCE’s Fixed
Microsoft has released its highly anticipated Patch Tuesday security updates for February 2025, addressing a wide range of vulnerabilities across its products and services. This month’s release includes fixes for critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities, elevation of privilege flaws,…
Satellite Weather Software Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Code Remotely
IBL Software Engineering has disclosed a significant security vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-1077, affecting its Visual Weather software and derivative products, including Aero Weather, Satellite Weather, and NAMIS. This vulnerability allows remote, unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary Python code on affected…
Beyond the Horizon: Assessing the Viability of Single-Bit Fault Injection Attacks
The realm of fault injection attacks has long intrigued researchers and security professionals. Among these, single-bit fault injection, a technique that seeks to manipulate a single bit in a system, has often been considered elusive, akin to chasing a “unicorn.”…
Preventing Attackers from Permanently Deleting Entra ID Accounts with Protected Actions
Microsoft Entra ID has introduced a robust mechanism called protected actions to mitigate the risks associated with unauthorized hard deletions of user accounts. This feature, which integrates with Conditional Access policies, adds an additional layer of security to critical administrative…
OpenAI Developing Its Own Chip to Reduce Reliance on Nvidia
OpenAI, the organization behind ChatGPT and other advanced AI tools, is making significant strides in its efforts to reduce its dependency on Nvidia by developing its first in-house artificial intelligence chip. According to the source, OpenAI is finalizing the design…
New York Bans DeepSeek Over Potential Data Risks
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the state has banned the use of the China-based AI startup DeepSeek on government-issued devices and networks. The decision stems from escalating concerns over potential foreign surveillance and censorship risks associated with the…
EARLYCROW: Detecting APT Malware Command and Control Activities Over HTTPS
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) represent a sophisticated and stealthy category of cyberattacks targeting critical organizations globally. Unlike common malware, APTs employ evasive tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to remain undetected for extended periods. Their command-and-control (C&C) communications often mimic legitimate…
Hackers Exploit Valentine’s Day Domains for Sneaky Cyber Attacks
Cybercriminals are capitalizing on the season of love to launch sneaky and deceptive cyberattacks. According to the whoisxmlapi shared on the X, there has been a surge in the registration of Valentine’s Day-themed domains, many of which are likely being…
SolarWinds Improves Web Help Desk in Latest 12.8.5 Update
SolarWinds announced the release of Web Help Desk (WHD) version 12.8.5, unveiling a host of new features, updates, and fixes aimed at streamlining IT service management and enhancing security. The update brings significant enhancements to the Purchase Order (PO) section,…
Akira Ransomware Dominates January 2025 as the Most Active Ransomware Threat
January 2025 marked a pivotal month in the ransomware landscape, with Akira emerging as the most active and dominant threat actor. The group was responsible for 72 attacks globally, a 60% surge compared to previous months, underscoring its aggressive expansion…
Enhanced IllusionCAPTCHA: Advanced Protection Against AI-Powered CAPTCHA Attacks
As AI technologies continue to evolve, traditional CAPTCHA systems face increasing vulnerabilities. Recent studies reveal that advanced AI models, such as multimodal large language models (LLMs), can bypass many existing CAPTCHA mechanisms with alarming efficiency. To address this challenge, researchers…
Evil Crow RF Tool Transforms Smartphones into Powerful RF Hacking Devices
Innovative tools are continually appearing to enhance the capabilities of professionals and enthusiasts alike. One new entrant into the world of radio frequency (RF) tools is the Evil Crow RF V2, a compact device that transforms your smartphone into a powerful…
FinStealer Malware Targets Leading Indian Bank’s Mobile Users, Stealing Login Credentials
A new cybersecurity threat has emerged, targeting customers of a prominent Indian bank through fraudulent mobile applications. Dubbed “FinStealer,” this malware campaign employs advanced techniques to steal sensitive financial and personal information, including banking credentials, credit card details, and other…
Massive Facebook Phishing Attack Targets Hundreds of Companies for Credential Theft
A newly discovered phishing campaign targeting Facebook users has been identified by researchers at Check Point Software Technologies. The attack, which began in late December 2024, has already reached over 12,279 email addresses and impacted hundreds of companies globally. The…
Gcore Radar Report Reveals 56% Year-on-year Increase in DDoS Attacks
Gcore, the global provider of edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions has released its Q3-Q4 2024 Radar report on DDoS attack trends. The findings highlight a dramatic surge in the scale and impact of DDoS attacks, which have reached…
DeepSeek Accused of Over-Collecting Personal Data, Says South Korea’s Spy Agency
South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) has raised alarms over the Chinese artificial intelligence app, DeepSeek, accusing it of “excessively” collecting personal data from users and utilizing all input data to train its AI models. The NIS also scrutinized the…
Researchers Found North Korean Hackers Advanced Tactics, techniques, and procedures
Recent research has highlighted the increasingly sophisticated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by North Korean state-sponsored hackers. These cyber actors have demonstrated a strategic focus on espionage, financial theft, and disruption, targeting a broad range of sectors globally. Their…
Critical Flaw in Progress LoadMaster Allows Attackers to Execute System Commands
A series of critical security vulnerabilities have been identified in Progress Software’s LoadMaster application, potentially allowing remote attackers to execute system commands or access sensitive files. CVE-2024-56131, CVE-2024-56132, CVE-2024-56133, CVE-2024-56134, and CVE-2024-56135, affect all current versions of LoadMaster, including Multi-Tenant LoadMaster (MT) deployments, prompting an…
Authorities Seize 8Base Ransomware Dark Web Site, Arrest Four Key Operators
Thai authorities arrested four European hackers in Phuket on February 10, 2025, for their alleged involvement in ransomware operations that inflicted global losses exceeding $16 million. The arrests, part of the multinational “Operation PHOBOS AETOR,” were executed in collaboration with…
12,000+ KerioControl Firewalls Exposed to 1-Click RCE Attack
Cybersecurity researchers caution that over 12,000 instances of GFI KerioControl firewalls remain unpatched and vulnerable to a critical security flaw (CVE-2024-52875) that could be exploited for remote code execution (RCE) with minimal effort. The Shadowserver Foundation has been tracking this…
Apple iOS 0-day Vulnerability Exploited Wild in Extremely Sophisticated Attack
Apple has released emergency security updates to address a zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2025-24200, that has been actively exploited in targeted attacks against iPhone and iPad users. The vulnerability allows attackers to disable USB Restricted Mode on a locked device, potentially granting…
New Report of of 1M+ Malware Samples Show Application Layer Abused for Stealthy C2
A recent analysis of over one million malware samples by Picus Security has revealed a growing trend in the exploitation of application layer protocols for stealthy command-and-control (C2) operations. These findings, detailed in the Red Report 2025, underscore the increasing…
SHA256 Hash Calculation from Data Chunks
The SHA256 algorithm, a cryptographic hash function, is widely used for securing data integrity and authenticity. It processes input data in fixed-size chunks of 512 bits (64 bytes) and produces a unique 256-bit (32-byte) hash. This property allows for incremental…
Seven-Year-Old Linux Kernel Bug Opens Door to Remote Code Execution
Researchers have uncovered a critical vulnerability in the Linux kernel, dating back seven years, that could allow attackers to execute remote code. The flaw, identified in the core TCP subsystem, was introduced through a race condition in the inet_twsk_hashdance function.…
Ransomware Payments Plunge 35% as More Victims Refuse to Pay
In a significant shift within the ransomware landscape, global ransom payments plummeted by 35% in 2024, falling from $1.25 billion in 2023 to $813.55 million, according to a report by blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis. This marked the first substantial decline…
Quishing via QR Codes Emerging as a Top Attack Vector Used by Hackers
QR codes, once a symbol of convenience and security in digital interactions, have become a significant target for cybercriminals. The Rise of Fake QR Code Scams A new form of cyberattack, dubbed “quishing,” involves the use of counterfeit QR codes…
NetSupport RAT Grant Attackers Full Access to Victims Systems
The eSentire Threat Response Unit (TRU) has reported a significant rise in incidents involving the NetSupport Remote Access Trojan (RAT) since January 2025. This malicious software, originally designed as a legitimate IT support tool, has been weaponized by cybercriminals to…
LLM Hijackers Exploit DeepSeek-V3 Model Just One Day After Launch
Hackers reportedly gained unauthorized access to the cutting-edge DeepSeek-V3 model within just 24 hours of its high-profile release. DeepSeek-V3, a state-of-the-art large language model (LLM) developed by the renowned AI research lab Nexus-AI, was expected to redefine benchmarks in natural…
GitHub Copilot’s New Agent Mode Enables Autonomous Code Completion
GitHub has once again raised the bar for productivity in software development with the launch of its revolutionary “Agent Mode” for GitHub Copilot. This new feature takes the AI-powered coding assistant to a whole new level, enabling developers to autonomously…
Marvel Game Vulnerability Exposes PCs & PS5s to Remote Takeover Attacks
A severe security vulnerability has been uncovered in the popular video game Marvel Rivals, raising major concerns for both PC and PlayStation 5 players. The exploit, discovered by a security researcher, enables attackers to remotely take control of devices on the…
Penetration Testers Arrested During Approved Physical Penetration Testing
A routine physical penetration test conducted by cybersecurity professionals took an unexpected turn when armed police officers arrested two security experts during a simulated breach of a corporate office in Malta. Physical penetration testing is a critical component of cybersecurity…
Massive Brute Force Attack Launched With 2.8 Million IPs To Hack VPN & Firewall Logins
Massive brute force attacks targeting VPNs and firewalls have surged in recent weeks, with cybercriminals using as many as 2.8 million unique IP addresses daily to conduct relentless login attempts. The Shadowserver Foundation, a nonprofit cybersecurity organization, has confirmed this…
Cisco Data Breach – Ransomware Group Allegedly Breached Internal Network
Sensitive credentials from Cisco’s internal network and domain infrastructure were reportedly made public due to a significant data breach. According to a Cyber Press Research report, the new Kraken ransomware group has allegedly leaked a dataset on their dark web…
Critical Zimbra Flaws Allow Attackers to Gain Unauthorized Access to Sensitive Data
Serious vulnerabilities in Zimbra Collaboration Suite (ZCS), a popular enterprise email and collaboration platform, have raised alarm in the cybersecurity community. Security researchers have identified several critical flaws that allow attackers to access sensitive data and compromise user accounts. With…
Linux Kernel 6.14-rc2 Released – What’s Newly Added !
Linus Torvalds, lead developer of the Linux kernel, announced the second release candidate (rc2) of Linux Kernel 6.14, providing developers and enthusiasts with a glimpse at the latest updates and fixes in the kernel’s development cycle. The announcement was made…
Tor Browser 14.0.6 Released, What’s New!
The Tor Project has officially unveiled Tor Browser 14.0.6, now accessible for download from the Tor Browser download page and its distribution directory. The latest update introduces critical fixes and enhancements, ensuring a smoother and more secure browsing experience for users. Here’s a detailed…
Hackers Exploit AnyDesk Vulnerability to Gain Admin Access – PoC Released
A newly discovered vulnerability in AnyDesk, the popular remote desktop software, has sparked serious cybersecurity concerns. Identified as CVE-2024-12754 and tracked under ZDI-24-1711, this flaw allows local attackers to exploit a mechanism to handle Windows background images, potentially escalating their…
UK Pressures Apple to Create Global Backdoor To Spy on Encrypted iCloud Access
United Kingdom has reportedly ordered Apple to create a backdoor allowing access to all encrypted content stored in its iCloud service. The demand, issued under the U.K.’s controversial Investigatory Powers Act of 2016, has raised alarm among privacy advocates and…
Securing GAI-Driven Semantic Communications: A Novel Defense Against Backdoor Attacks
Semantic communication systems, powered by Generative AI (GAI), are transforming the way information is transmitted by focusing on the meaning of data rather than raw content. Unlike traditional communication methods, these systems encode semantic features such as text, images, or…
Autonomous LLMs Reshaping Pen Testing: Real-World AD Breaches and the Future of Cybersecurity
Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming penetration testing (pen testing), leveraging their advanced reasoning and automation capabilities to simulate sophisticated cyberattacks. Recent research demonstrates how autonomous LLM-driven systems can effectively perform assumed breach simulations in enterprise environments, particularly targeting Microsoft…
Cybercriminals Target IIS Servers to Spread BadIIS Malware
A recent wave of cyberattacks has revealed the exploitation of Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) servers by threat actors deploying the BadIIS malware. This campaign, attributed to Chinese-speaking groups, leverages IIS vulnerabilities to manipulate search engine optimization (SEO) rankings and…
Hackers Leveraging Image & Video Attachments to Deliver Malware
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting image and video files to deliver malware, leveraging advanced techniques like steganography and social engineering. These methods allow attackers to embed malicious code within seemingly harmless multimedia files, bypassing traditional security measures and deceiving unsuspecting users.…
Microsoft Sysinternals 0-Day Vulnerability Enables DLL Injection Attacks on Windows
A critical zero-day vulnerability has been discovered in Microsoft Sysinternals tools, posing a serious security threat to IT administrators and developers worldwide. The vulnerability enables attackers to exploit DLL injection techniques to execute malicious code, putting systems at risk of compromise. Despite being disclosed…
Ghidra 11.3 Released – A Major Update to NSA’s Open-Source Tool
The National Security Agency (NSA) has officially released Ghidra 11.3, the latest iteration of its open-source software reverse engineering (SRE) framework. Known for its robust capabilities in analyzing compiled code across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, this release…
New Scareware Attack Targeting Mobile Users to Deploy Malicious Antivirus Apps
A new wave of scareware attacks has emerged, targeting unsuspecting mobile users with fake antivirus applications designed to exploit fear and trick victims into downloading malicious software. Scareware, a type of digital fraud, employs social engineering tactics to alarm users…
7-Zip 0-Day Flaw Added to CISA’s List of Actively Exploited Vulnerabilities
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a critical 0-day vulnerability affecting the popular file compression utility, 7-Zip, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-0411, highlights a severe flaw that allows attackers…
Logsign Vulnerability Allows Remote Attackers to Bypass Authentication
A critical security vulnerability has been identified and disclosed in the Logsign Unified SecOps Platform, allowing remote attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms. The vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-1044, has been assigned a CVSS score of 9.8, placing it in the “Critical” severity…
Hackers Exploit DeepSeek & Qwen AI Models for Malware Development
Check Point Research (CPR) has revealed that cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging the newly launched AI models, DeepSeek and Qwen, to create malicious content. These models, which lack robust anti-abuse provisions, have quickly become a preferred choice for threat actors over…
Developers Beware! Malicious ML Models Found on Hugging Face Platform
In a concerning development for the machine learning (ML) community, researchers from ReversingLabs have uncovered malicious ML models on the Hugging Face platform, a popular hub for AI collaboration. Dubbed “nullifAI,” this novel attack method leverages vulnerabilities in the widely…
New Facebook Fake Copyright Notices to Steal Your FB Accounts
A newly discovered phishing campaign is using fake Facebook copyright infringement notices to trick users into divulging their credentials, potentially compromising business accounts. Phishing Campaign Exploits Facebook Brand to Target Businesses Researchers at Check Point Software Technologies revealed that this…
Hackers Exploiting SimpleHelp Vulnerabilities to Deploy Malware on Systems
Cybercriminals are actively exploiting vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) software to infiltrate networks, create unauthorized administrator accounts, and deploy malware, including the Sliver backdoor. These flaws, identified as CVE-2024-57726, CVE-2024-57727, and CVE-2024-57728, were disclosed in early January…
Former Google Engineer Charged for Allegedly Stealing AI Secrets for China
A federal grand jury has indicted Linwei Ding, also known as Leon Ding, a former Google software engineer, on four counts of theft of trade secrets. The charges stem from allegations that Ding stole proprietary artificial intelligence (AI) technologies from…
Dell Update Manager Plugin Flaw Exposes Sensitive Data
Dell Technologies has issued a security advisory (DSA-2025-047) to address a vulnerability in the Dell Update Manager Plugin (UMP) that could expose sensitive data to malicious actors. The flaw, identified as CVE-2025-22402, is categorized as a low-risk issue but requires immediate attention and…
DeepSeek iOS App Leaks Data to ByteDance Servers Without Encryption
DeepSeek iOS app—a highly popular AI assistant recently crowned as the top iOS app since its January 25 release—has been discovered to transmit sensitive user data to ByteDance servers without encryption. The security flaws, uncovered by mobile app security firm…
Critical Flaws in HPE Aruba ClearPass Expose Systems to Arbitrary Code Execution
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has issued a high-priority security bulletin addressing multiple vulnerabilities in its Aruba ClearPass Policy Manager (CPPM). These flaws, which range from unauthorized access to arbitrary code execution, could allow attackers to compromise affected systems. Organizations relying…
Splunk Introduces “DECEIVE” an AI-Powered Honeypot to Track Cyber Threats
Splunk has unveiled DECEIVE (DECeption with Evaluative Integrated Validation Engine), an innovative, AI-augmented honeypot that mimics real-world systems to lure and study cyber attackers. By leveraging advanced artificial intelligence, DECEIVE provides organizations with a powerful means of tracking, analyzing, and understanding malicious…
Hackers Exploit 3,000 ASP.NET Machine Keys to Hack IIS Web Servers Remotely
Microsoft has raised alarms about a new cyber threat involving ViewState code injection attacks exploiting publicly disclosed ASP.NET machine keys to compromise ISS web servers. Microsoft has identified over 3,000 publicly disclosed keys vulnerable to ViewState code injection attacks. Unlike…
Abyss Locker Ransomware Attacking Critical Network Devices including ESXi servers
The Abyss Locker ransomware, a relatively new but highly disruptive cyber threat, has been actively targeting critical network devices, including VMware ESXi servers, since its emergence in 2023. This ransomware group employs sophisticated tactics to infiltrate corporate networks, exfiltrate sensitive…
Authorities Arrested Hacker Who Compromised 40+ Organizations
Spanish authorities have arrested a hacker believed to be responsible for cyberattacks targeting over 40 public and private organizations globally. The suspect, apprehended on Tuesday in Calpe (Alicante), allegedly compromised sensitive data and disrupted critical services, including government agencies, international…
Paragon Spyware Allegedly Ends Spyware Contract with Italy
Paragon Solutions, an Israeli cybersecurity firm, has reportedly ended its spyware contract with Italy. The termination comes in the wake of revelations that its military-grade hacking software, Graphite, was allegedly used to target 90 individuals, including journalists and activists, across…
Lumma Stealer Attacking Windows Users In India With Fake Captcha Pages
Cybersecurity experts are raising alarms over a new wave of attacks targeting Windows users in India, driven by the Lumma Stealer malware. This advanced information-stealing malware is being distributed through fake CAPTCHA verification pages, a deceptive tactic that preys on…
OpenAI Data Breach – Threat Actor Allegedly Claims 20 Million Logins for Sale
OpenAI may have become the latest high-profile target of a significant data breach. A threat actor has surfaced on underground forums, claiming possession of email and password credentials for a staggering 20 million OpenAI accounts. This alleged breach has raised…
F5 BIG-IP SNMP Flaw Allows Attackers to Launch DoS Attacks
A recently disclosed vulnerability in F5’s BIG-IP systems has raised alarm within the cybersecurity community. The flaw, designated CVE-2025-21091, enables remote attackers to exploit SNMP configuration issues, potentially leading to Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks on affected systems. This vulnerability, which carries a CVSS v4.0 score…
Beware of Lazarus LinkedIn Recruiting Scam Targeting Org’s to Deliver Malware
A new wave of cyberattacks orchestrated by the North Korea-linked Lazarus Group has been identified, leveraging fake LinkedIn job offers to infiltrate organizations and deliver sophisticated malware. Reports from cybersecurity firms, including Bitdefender, reveal that this campaign targets professionals across…
Cybercriminals Abusing ScreenConnect RMM Tool for Persistent Access
Cybersecurity experts have identified an alarming trend of cybercriminals exploiting ConnectWise ScreenConnect, a widely-used Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tool, to establish persistent access to compromised systems. Threat Actors Exploit Legitimate Software for Malicious Gains Silent Push Threat Analysts and…
Cisco IOS SNMP Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Launch DoS Attacks”
Cisco has disclosed multiple vulnerabilities in its Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem affecting Cisco IOS, IOS XE, and IOS XR software. These flaws, identified as high-severity, could allow an authenticated remote attacker to trigger Denial-of-Service (DoS) conditions, disrupting network…
New Banking Attacking Users of Indian banks to Steal Aadhar, PAN, ATM & Credit Card PINs
A sophisticated malware campaign, dubbed “FatBoyPanel,” has been uncovered by cybersecurity researchers, targeting users of Indian banks. This campaign, consisting of nearly 900 malware samples, is designed to steal sensitive financial and personal information, including Aadhaar numbers, PAN cards, ATM…
North Korean Hackers Use custom-made RDP Wrapper to activate remote desktop on Hacked Machines
In a concerning development, the North Korean-backed hacking group Kimsuky has intensified its use of custom-built tools to exploit Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) for controlling compromised systems. AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) reports that the group has developed a proprietary…
MobSF Framework Zero-Day Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Trigger DoS in Scan Results
A recently discovered zero-day vulnerability in the Mobile Security Framework (MobSF) has raised alarms in the cybersecurity community. The vulnerability, which allows attackers to cause a partial Denial of Service (DoS) on scan results and the iOS Dynamic Analyzer functionality,…
AnyDesk Flaw Allows Admin Access Through Weaponized Windows Wallpapers
Cybersecurity enthusiasts and IT administrators worldwide are voicing concerns over a newly discovered vulnerability in AnyDesk that could lead to local privilege escalation (LPE). The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-12754 and coordinated by Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative, allows attackers to weaponize Windows…
DeepSeek’s New Jailbreak Method Reveals Full System Prompt
The Wallarm Security Research Team unveiled a new jailbreak method targeting DeepSeek, a cutting-edge AI model making waves in the global market. This breakthrough has exposed DeepSeek’s full system prompt—sparking debates about the security vulnerabilities of modern AI systems and…