Researchers identified vulnerabilities in TOTOLINK X6000R routers: CVE-2025-52905, CVE-2025-52906 and CVE-2025-52907. We discuss root cause and impact. The post TOTOLINK X6000R: Three New Vulnerabilities Uncovered appeared first on Unit 42. This article has been indexed from Unit 42 Read the…
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Phantom Taurus: 新たな中華系Nexus APTとNET-STARマルウェア スイートの発見
「Phantom Taurus」は、これまで活動が報告されていなかった中国の脅威グループです。本稿では、このグループが使用する特徴的なツールセットが、いかにしてその存在の発見につながったのかを解説します。 The post Phantom Taurus: 新たな中華系Nexus APTとNET-STARマルウェア スイートの発見 appeared first on Unit 42. This article has been indexed from Unit 42 Read the original article: Phantom Taurus: 新たな中華系Nexus APTとNET-STARマルウェア スイートの発見
Phantom Taurus: A New Chinese Nexus APT and the Discovery of the NET-STAR Malware Suite
Phantom Taurus is a previously undocumented Chinese threat group. Explore how this group’s distinctive toolset lead to uncovering their existence. The post Phantom Taurus: A New Chinese Nexus APT and the Discovery of the NET-STAR Malware Suite appeared first on…
Threat Insights: Active Exploitation of Cisco ASA Zero Days
CVE-2025-20333, CVE-2025-20362 and CVE-2025-20363 affect multiple Cisco products, and are being exploited by a threat actor linked to the ArcaneDoor campaign. The post Threat Insights: Active Exploitation of Cisco ASA Zero Days appeared first on Unit 42. This article has…
Bookworm to Stately Taurus Using the Unit 42 Attribution Framework
We connect Bookworm malware to Chinese APT Stately Taurus using our attribution framework, enhancing our understanding of threat group tradecraft. The post Bookworm to Stately Taurus Using the Unit 42 Attribution Framework appeared first on Unit 42. This article has…
“Shai-Hulud” Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack (Updated September 23)
Self-replicating worm “Shai-Hulud” has compromised hundreds of software packages in a supply chain attack targeting the npm ecosystem. We discuss scope and more. The post "Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack (Updated September 23) appeared first on…
Operation Rewrite: Chinese-Speaking Threat Actors Deploy BadIIS in a Wide Scale SEO Poisoning Campaign
SEO poisoning campaign “Operation Rewrite” uses a malicious IIS module called BadIIS to redirect users to unwanted websites. The post Operation Rewrite: Chinese-Speaking Threat Actors Deploy BadIIS in a Wide Scale SEO Poisoning Campaign appeared first on Unit 42. This…
“Shai-Hulud” Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack (Updated September 18)
Self-replicating worm “Shai-Hulud” has compromised hundreds of software packages in a supply chain attack targeting the npm ecosystem. We discuss scope and more. The post "Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack (Updated September 18) appeared first on…
“Shai-Hulud” Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack
Self-replicating worm “Shai-Hulud” has compromised hundreds of software packages in a supply chain attack targeting the npm ecosystem. We discuss scope and more. The post "Shai-Hulud" Worm Compromises npm Ecosystem in Supply Chain Attack appeared first on Unit 42. This…
Myth Busting: Why “Innocent Clicks” Don’t Exist in Cybersecurity
Unit 42 explores how innocent clicks can have serious repercussions. Learn how simply visiting a malicious site can expose users to significant digital dangers. The post Myth Busting: Why "Innocent Clicks" Don't Exist in Cybersecurity appeared first on Unit 42.…
The Risks of Code Assistant LLMs: Harmful Content, Misuse and Deception
We examine security weaknesses in LLM code assistants. Issues like indirect prompt injection and model misuse are prevalent across platforms. The post The Risks of Code Assistant LLMs: Harmful Content, Misuse and Deception appeared first on Unit 42. This article…
Trusted Connections, Hidden Risks: Token Management in the Third-Party Supply Chain
Effective OAuth token management is crucial for supply chain security, preventing breaches caused by dormant integrations, insecure storage or lack of rotation. The post Trusted Connections, Hidden Risks: Token Management in the Third-Party Supply Chain appeared first on Unit 42.…
Data Is the New Diamond: Latest Moves by Hackers and Defenders
Unit 42 delves into how cybercriminals are treating stolen data like digital diamonds amid rising attacks and evolving extortion tactics. The post Data Is the New Diamond: Latest Moves by Hackers and Defenders appeared first on Unit 42. This article…
AdaptixC2: A New Open-Source Framework Leveraged in Real-World Attacks
AdaptixC2, an open-source C2 framework, is increasingly used in attacks. We discuss its features and potential use case scenarios. The post AdaptixC2: A New Open-Source Framework Leveraged in Real-World Attacks appeared first on Unit 42. This article has been indexed…
AdaptixC2: A New Open-Source Framework Leveraged in Real-World Attacks
AdaptixC2, an open-source C2 framework, is increasingly used in attacks. We discuss its features and potential use case scenarios. The post AdaptixC2: A New Open-Source Framework Leveraged in Real-World Attacks appeared first on Unit 42. This article has been indexed…
Data Is the New Diamond: Latest Moves by Hackers and Defenders
Unit 42 delves into how cybercriminals are treating stolen data like digital diamonds amid rising attacks and evolving extortion tactics. The post Data Is the New Diamond: Latest Moves by Hackers and Defenders appeared first on Unit 42. This article…
Why Threat Intelligence: A Conversation With Unit 42 Interns
Discover what it’s like to be a Threat Intelligence intern at Unit 42, from diving into research to tackling real-world cyber threats. The post Why Threat Intelligence: A Conversation With Unit 42 Interns appeared first on Unit 42. This article…
Model Namespace Reuse: An AI Supply-Chain Attack Exploiting Model Name Trust
Model namespace reuse is a potential security risk in the AI supply chain. Attackers can misuse platforms like Hugging Face for remote code execution. The post Model Namespace Reuse: An AI Supply-Chain Attack Exploiting Model Name Trust appeared first on…
Model Namespace Reuse: An AI Supply-Chain Attack Exploiting Model Name Trust
Model namespace reuse is a potential security risk in the AI supply chain. Attackers can misuse platforms like Hugging Face for remote code execution. The post Model Namespace Reuse: An AI Supply-Chain Attack Exploiting Model Name Trust appeared first on…
Why Threat Intelligence: A Conversation With Unit 42 Interns
Discover what it’s like to be a Threat Intelligence intern at Unit 42, from diving into research to tackling real-world cyber threats. The post Why Threat Intelligence: A Conversation With Unit 42 Interns appeared first on Unit 42. This article…