ESET, a leading cybersecurity firm, has shed light on one particularly insidious scheme: fake calls purportedly from government officials demanding payment for ‘missed jury duty’. Here’s how to identify and protect against these scams. Scammers employing these tactics often impersonate…
InterSECt — The Fast Lane to a Secure Future Starts Here
InterSECt is a 2-hour virtual event unveiling the network security future with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks advancements and product demos. The post InterSECt — The Fast Lane to a Secure Future Starts Here appeared first on Palo Alto Networks…
New DOGE Big Balls Ransomware Using Open-Source Tools & Custom Scripts to Infect Victim Machines
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a sophisticated new ransomware variant called “DOGE Big Balls,” which appears to be a modified version of the existing Fog ransomware family. The malware, provocatively named after the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), employs a complex…
470 Ransomware Attacking in 2025, Qilin Remains Dominant Followed by Silent & Crypto24
April 2025 witnessed a notable shift in the global ransomware landscape, with 470 reported victims worldwide representing a significant 29% decrease from March. Despite this numerical decline, ransomware operations continue to demonstrate increased sophistication and strategic targeting, indicating that threat…
Indirect prompt injection attacks target common LLM data sources
While the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, a straight-line attack on a large language model isn’t always the most efficient — and least noisy — way to get the LLM to do bad things. That’s why…
Approaches Users Can Implement to Safeguard Wireless Connections
The Wi-Fi network is a wireless gateway that connects homes and businesses to the Internet via the air, and it is typically provided by a router, which transmits data signals across the network. Mobile devices, laptops, and tablets can…
Pakistan-Based Hackers Launch Cyber Attack on Indian Defence Websites, Claim Access to Sensitive Data
In a concerning escalation of cyber hostilities, a Pakistan-based threat group known as the Pakistan Cyber Force launched a coordinated cyber offensive on multiple Indian defence-related websites on Monday. The group claimed responsibility for defacing the official site of…
The many variants of the ClickFix social engineering tactic
As new malware delivery campaigns using the ClickFix social engineering tactic are spotted nearly every month, it’s interesting to see how the various attackers are trying to refine the two main elements: the lure and the “instruction” page. In the…
White House To Redraft Biden’s AI Chip Export Rule
Relief for Nvidia and others? Trump administration says US intends to scrap Biden rule to limit global exports of AI chips This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: White House To Redraft Biden’s AI Chip…
Fake Crypto Exchange Ads on Facebook Spread Malware
Bitdefender exposes Facebook ad scams using fake crypto sites and celebrity lures to spread malware via malicious desktop… This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Hacking News, Tech, AI & Crypto Read the original article: Fake Crypto…
What are the top 10 spyware threats?
The top 10 spyware list describes the most common spyware threats behind famous spyware attacks and is frequently identified by leading antispyware tools from vendors like Webroot, Norton and Malwarebytes. This article has been indexed from Search Security Resources and…
PDF Malware: How Educational Institutions Can Prevent Infection Spreading
Since 2020, there has been a sharp rise in the number of cyberattacks targeting educational institutions. And PDF malware is one of the most common attack vectors. Through my work at Heimdal, I regularly speak with staff at universities, schools,…
Separating Fact from Fiction: Here’s How AI is Transforming Cybercrime
This blog post shares key takeaway from a recent RSAC panel discussion, offering defenders a clear assessment of how AI is shifting the cybercrime ecosystem today. Read more. This article has been indexed from Fortinet Industry Trends Blog Read…
Multilayered Email Attack: How a PDF Invoice and Geo-Fencing Led to RAT Malware
FortiGuard Labs highlights a malware campaign’s increasing sophistication of attack methodologies, leveraging the legitimate functionalities of remote administration tools for malicious purposes. Learn more. This article has been indexed from Fortinet Threat Research Blog Read the original article: Multilayered…
Qilin Ransomware Ranked Highest in April 2025 with Over 45 Data Leak Disclosures
Threat actors with ties to the Qilin ransomware family have leveraged malware known as SmokeLoader along with a previously undocumented .NET compiled loader codenamed NETXLOADER as part of a campaign observed in November 2024. “NETXLOADER is a new .NET-based loader…
SonicWall Patches 3 Flaws in SMA 100 Devices Allowing Attackers to Run Code as Root
SonicWall has released patches to address three security flaws affecting SMA 100 Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliances that could be fashioned to result in remote code execution. The vulnerabilities are listed below – CVE-2025-32819 (CVSS score: 8.8) – A vulnerability…
CISO Global Shifts to SaaS Cybersecurity Platform
Leading cybersecurity provider CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO) is entering a new phase of growth, pivoting toward high-margin, recurring-revenue software offerings that complement its managed and professional services. According to a recent Zacks report, the company has launched multiple proprietary software…
Valarian Bags $20M Seed Capital for ‘Isolation-First’ Infrastructure Tech
British startup exits stealth with $20 million in seed-stage financing led by US investors Scout Ventures and Artis Ventures. The post Valarian Bags $20M Seed Capital for ‘Isolation-First’ Infrastructure Tech appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from…
Russian Group Launches LOSTKEYS Malware in Attacks
New LOSTKEYS malware has been identified and linked to COLDRIVER by GTIG, stealing files and system data in targeted attacks This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Russian Group Launches LOSTKEYS Malware in Attacks
Wordfence Intelligence Weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report (April 28, 2025 to May 4, 2025)
📢 In case you missed it, Wordfence just published its annual WordPress security report for 2024. Read it now to learn more about the evolving risk landscape of WordPress so you can keep your sites protected in 2025 and beyond. …
Apple Appeals For Pause In Epic Game Ruling
Apple asks Appeal Court to pause ruling, after judge ordered criminal contempt investigation for “wilful violation” of court order This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: Apple Appeals For Pause In Epic Game Ruling
New Spam Campaign Leverages Remote Monitoring Tools to Exploit Organizations
A sophisticated spam campaign targeting Portuguese-speaking users in Brazil has been uncovered by Cisco Talos, active since at least January 2025. This campaign exploits commercial remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools, such as PDQ Connect and N-able Remote Access, to…
Researchers Turn the Tables: Scamming the Scammers in Telegram’s PigButchering Scheme
Cybersecurity specialists have devised an innovative approach to combat an emerging cybercrime called “PigButchering” on the Telegram platform. This form of cyber fraud involves scammers cultivating false relationships with victims over time, much like fattening a pig for slaughter, only…
From Managing Vulnerabilities to Managing Exposure: The Critical Shift You Can’t Ignore
Vulnerability management remains core to reducing cyber risk — but as the attack surface grows, teams need a risk-driven strategy that looks beyond vulnerabilities to see the bigger picture. Discover how exposure management unifies data and prioritizes real exposures —…