Introduction In mid 2025, Google Threat Intelligence Group (GITG) identified a sophisticated and aggressive cyber campaign targeting multiple industries, including retail, airline, and insurance. This was the work of UNC3944, a financially motivated threat group that has exhibited overlaps with…
Beyond Convenience: Exposing the Risks of VMware vSphere Active Directory Integration
Written by: Stuart Carrera, Brian Meyer Executive Summary Broadcom’s VMware vSphere product remains a popular choice for private cloud virtualization, underpinning critical infrastructure. Far from fading, organizations continue to rely heavily on vSphere for stability and control. We’re also seeing…
New ACRStealer Exploits Google Docs and Steam for C2 Server Using DDR Technique
ACRStealer, an infostealer malware that has been circulating since last year and gained momentum in early 2025, continues to evolve with sophisticated modifications aimed at evading detection and complicating analysis. Initially documented by AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) for leveraging…
Clorox Files Lawsuit Against Cognizant Over Employee Password Leak to Hackers
The Clorox Company filed a major lawsuit against IT services provider Cognizant on July 22, 2025, seeking $380 million in damages over a devastating cyberattack that the cleaning products giant claims was enabled by Cognizant’s security failures. The lawsuit, filed…
My 10 favorite Linux distributions of all time, ranked
After using Linux for nearly 30 years, I’ve finally created a list of the best Linux distributions I’ve used since the beginning. Here they are. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: My 10 favorite…
Microsoft fixes two SharePoint zero-days under attack, but one is still unresolved – how to patch
Microsoft has pointed the finger at three Chinese nation-state actors. Here’s what we know, plus how to guard against future attacks. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Microsoft fixes two SharePoint zero-days under attack,…
Dell Confirms Breach of Demo Platform by WorldLeaks-Linked Hackers, No Sensitive Data Compromised
Dell Technologies has confirmed that one of its internal platforms used for showcasing products was recently accessed by a hacker. The company assured that no sensitive or customer-related data was exposed during the incident. In an official statement to…
Belk Hit by Ransomware Attack as DragonForce Claims Responsibility for Data Breach
The department store chain Belk recently became the target of a ransomware attack, with the hacking group DragonForce taking responsibility for the breach. The cybercriminals claim to have stolen 156 GB of sensitive data from the company’s systems in…
Mastermind behind Russian-speaking cybercrime hub arrested in Ukraine
The suspected administrator of xss.is, one of the world’s most influential Russian-speaking cybercrime forums, was arrested in Kyiv, Ukraine, on 22 July. The takedown followed a long-running investigation led by the French Police and Paris Prosecutor, in close cooperation with…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-07-23 15h : 18 posts
18 posts were published in the last hour 12:35 : Lumma Stealer Masquerades as Pirated Apps to Steal Logins and Data 12:35 : 9 programming tasks you shouldn’t hand off to AI – and why 12:35 : CISA Warns of…
Mimo Targets Magento CMS to Steal Card Details and Monetize Bandwidth
The Datadog Security Research team has uncovered the Mimo threat actor also known as Mimo’lette or Hezb expanding its operations from Craft CMS to Magento CMS. Previously documented for deploying cryptominers via public-facing vulnerabilities, Mimo now exploits undetermined PHP-FPM flaws…
How to turn off ACR on your TV (and why you shouldn’t wait to do it)
Smarter TV operating systems offer added convenience, but they also introduce new privacy concerns – particularly around features like automatic content recognition (ACR). This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: How to turn off ACR…
24 hours later with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Why I’m leaving the S25 Ultra behind
It might be the slimmness. It might be the 200MP main camera. It might also be the $2,000 price tag. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: 24 hours later with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold…
The fastest US mobile carriers and ISPs in 2025, ranked
Ookla ranked the top mobile carriers and internet providers in the US so far this year for their network performance. Where is yours on the list? This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: The fastest…
I tested an AI running coach on my Samsung smartwatch – and it humbled me (for the better)
Training for your first marathon? The new Running Coach feature on the Galaxy Watch 8 is designed to help you reach the finish line. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I tested an AI…
I changed 6 settings on my Roku TV to instantly improve the performance
Try these quick and easy tips to clear your Roku TV’s cache – and give its performance a noticeable boost in just minutes. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I changed 6 settings on…
Hundreds of organizations breached by SharePoint mass-hacks
One of the hacked organizations reportedly includes the U.S. agency responsible for maintaining the country’s stockpile of nuclear weapons. China-backed hackers have been observed carrying out the hacks targeting SharePoint servers. This article has been indexed from Security News |…
$380M lawsuit claims intruder got Clorox’s passwords from Cognizant simply by asking
Hand us the mind bleach, we want to flush our memories of attack Clorox is suing its service desk provider, Cognizant, for $380 million in a California state court, alleging the IT support crew “enabled a cybercriminal to gain a…
Bitdefender boosts protection across major content platforms
Bitdefender expanded support for Facebook and Instagram for Bitdefender Security for Creators, a dedicated cybersecurity solution for digital content creators, social media influencers, and online creatives. With this expansion, the service delivers powerful, multi-platform protection across YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook,…
Cyberattack on Germany’s AMEOS Hospital Network Exposes Patient Data
Germany’s AMEOS Hospital Network has confirmed a sophisticated cyberattack that compromised its IT infrastructure, leading to unauthorized access and potential exposure of sensitive data. Despite robust defenses including multi-factor authentication, intrusion detection systems, and regular vulnerability assessments, attackers managed to…
Silicon Valley Engineer Pleads Guilty in U.S. Missile Detection Data Theft Case
A Silicon Valley engineer with dual U.S.-China citizenship pleaded guilty to stealing critical defense technologies worth hundreds of millions of dollars, including classified systems designed to detect nuclear missile launches and track hypersonic weapons. The case highlights growing concerns about…
Stopping Ransomware: How a Hybrid Mesh Architecture Disrupts the Attack Chain Part Three
In parts one and two, we explored the ransomware attack chain, the shortcomings of fragmented defenses, and the advantages of a unified hybrid mesh approach. In part three, Pete Nicoletti joins us to share practical steps CISOs can take right…
How to clear your TV cache (and why it matters so much to performance)
Clearing your TV’s cache can give its performance a noticeable lift – here’s how to do it on popular brands like Samsung, LG, and more. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: How to clear…
How to set up and use passkeys across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Looking to move from passwords to passkeys across all your Apple devices? Here’s how to do it. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: How to set up and use passkeys across your iPhone, iPad,…