A critical security flaw in SAP S/4HANA, tracked as CVE-2025-42957, is being actively exploited by attackers, according to research from SecurityBridge. The vulnerability, which carries a CVSS score of 9.9 out of 10, allows a low-privileged user to execute code…
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10 Best Attack Surface Management (ASM) Companies in 2025
Attack Surface Management (ASM) is a proactive cybersecurity discipline that helps organizations identify, analyze, and remediate all of their internet-facing assets and potential vulnerabilities. It goes beyond traditional vulnerability scanning to find and continuously monitor unknown or unmanaged assets, such…
New Malware Exploits Windows Character Map to Evade Defender and Mine Crypto
A sophisticated cryptojacking campaign that hijacks Windows’ native Character Map utility (“charmap.exe”) to evade Windows Defender and covertly mine cryptocurrency on compromised machines. First detected in late August 2025, this attack exploits legitimate system binaries to load a custom cryptomining…
North Korean Hackers Expose Their Playbook for Swapping Infrastructure
A sophisticated North Korean cyber operation has been exposed, revealing how state-sponsored hackers systematically monitor cybersecurity intelligence platforms to detect when their malicious infrastructure is discovered and rapidly deploy replacement assets to maintain operations. The analysis, conducted by SentinelLABS in…
Hackers Exploit Google Calendar API with Serverless MeetC2 Framework
A novel serverless command-and-control (C2) technique that abuses Google Calendar APIs to obscure malicious traffic inside trusted cloud services. Dubbed MeetC2, this lightweight, cross-platform proof-of-concept demonstrates how adversaries can seamlessly blend C2 communications into everyday SaaS usage, presenting fresh detection,…
Hackers Exploit Raw Disk Reads to Evade EDR and Steal Sensitive Files
Attackers can bypass Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools and file locks by reading raw disk sectors directly, highlighting the urgent need for organizations to audit and secure the drivers installed on their Windows systems. In modern Windows environments, drivers…
Windows Heap Buffer Overflow Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Gain Elevated Privileges
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in Microsoft Windows systems that allows attackers to escalate their privileges and potentially gain complete control over affected machines. The vulnerability, designated CVE-2025-53149, affects the Kernel Streaming WOW Thunk Service Driver and was patched…
NightshadeC2 Botnet Exploits ‘UAC Prompt Bombing’ to Evade Windows Defender
A sophisticated new botnet called NightshadeC2 that employs an innovative “UAC Prompt Bombing” technique to evade Windows Defender and compromise endpoint security systems. In August 2025, eSentire’s Threat Response Unit (TRU) identified this emerging threat, which represents a significant evolution…
Chess.com Confirms Data Breach After Hackers Exploit External System
Chess.com, the world’s leading online chess platform, has confirmed a significant data breach that compromised personal information of thousands of users after hackers successfully exploited an external system connected to their network. The Orem, Utah-based company disclosed that the security…
Hackers Target Cisco ASA Devices in Massive Scan Across 25,000 IPs
Security researchers have detected massive scanning campaigns targeting Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) devices, with attackers probing over 25,000 unique IP addresses in coordinated waves that may signal an upcoming vulnerability disclosure. GreyNoise cybersecurity researchers observed two significant scanning surges…
Colombian Malware Exploits SWF and SVG to Evade Detection
A sophisticated malware campaign targeting Colombian institutions through an unexpected vector: weaponized SWF and SVG files that successfully evade traditional antivirus detection. The discovery emerged through VirusTotal’s newly enhanced Code Insight platform, which added support for analyzing these vector-based file…
Iran-Nexus Hackers Impersonate Omani MFA to Target Governments Entities
Cybersecurity researchers uncovered a sophisticated, Iran-linked spear-phishing operation that exploited a compromised Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) mailbox in Oman to deliver malicious payloads to government entities worldwide. Analysts attribute the operation to the “Homeland Justice” group, believed to be…
Bridgestone Confirms Cyberattack Impacts Manufacturing Facilities Across North America
Tire manufacturer launches a comprehensive investigation after a limited cyber incident affects operations at multiple plants. Bridgestone Americas has confirmed that a cyberattack has impacted manufacturing facilities across North America, including two plants in Aiken County, South Carolina. The tire…
NoisyBear Exploits ZIP Files for PowerShell Loaders and Data Exfiltration
The threat actor known as NoisyBear has launched a sophisticated cyber-espionage effort called Operation BarrelFire, using specially designed phishing lures that imitate internal correspondence to target Kazakhstan’s energy sector, particularly workers of the state oil and gas major KazMunaiGas. Security…
GhostRedirector Hackers Target Windows Servers Using Malicious IIS Module
ESET security researchers have uncovered a sophisticated cyber threat campaign targeting Windows servers across multiple countries, with attackers deploying custom malware tools designed for both remote access and search engine manipulation. Cybersecurity experts at ESET have identified a previously unknown…
Frostbyte10 Vulnerabilities Let Hackers Gain Remote Access
Armis Labs has uncovered ten critical security flaws collectively named “Frostbyte10” in Copeland’s E2 and E3 building management controllers. These devices, which handle refrigeration, HVAC, lighting, and other essential functions, could allow remote attackers to execute code, change settings, disable…
Microsoft Confirms UAC Bug Disrupts App Installation on Windows 10 & 11
Microsoft has officially acknowledged a significant User Account Control (UAC) bug that is causing widespread installation issues across Windows 10 and Windows 11 systems. The problem stems from a security update released in August 2025 and affects millions of users…
Chinese APT Groups Exploit Router Flaws to Breach Enterprises
Chinese state-sponsored Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups have escalated their cyber espionage campaigns, systematically targeting global telecommunications, government, and military networks through sophisticated router exploitation techniques since 2021. Since at least 2021, Chinese state-sponsored cyber actors have been conducting extensive,…
Django Web Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Execute SQL Injection
The Django development team has issued security updates after discovering a high-severity SQL injection flaw in the FilteredRelation feature. This flaw could allow attackers to run harmful database commands by crafting unexpected query parameters. Users running Django 5.2, 5.1, or 4.2 should…
US Announces $10M Bounty on FSB Hackers Behind Cisco Exploits
The U.S. government has unveiled a $10 million reward for information leading to the arrest of three Russian FSB officers. The officers are accused of carrying out cyberattacks on U.S. critical infrastructure and exploiting Cisco network equipment. This public notice…