BlackSuit Ransomware Infrastructure Seized by Authorities

International law enforcement agencies delivered a significant blow to cybercriminals this week with the successful takedown of critical infrastructure belonging to the BlackSuit ransomware gang. The coordinated operation, dubbed “Operation Checkmate,” has effectively dismantled the group’s primary communication and extortion…

Hackers Inject Destructive Commands into Amazon’s AI Coding Agent

A significant security breach has exposed critical vulnerabilities in Amazon’s artificial intelligence infrastructure, with hackers successfully injecting malicious computer-wiping commands into the tech giant’s popular AI coding assistant. The incident represents a concerning escalation in cyber threats targeting AI-powered development…

New infosec products of the week: July 25, 2025

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Akeyless, Bitdefender, Malwarebytes, ManageEngine, PlexTrac, and Seemplicity. PlexTrac Workflow Automation Engine enhancements accelerate time to remediation PlexTrac launched enhanced Workflow Automation Engine, a major product…

Elephant APT Group Attacking Defense Industry Leveraging VLC Player, and Encrypted Shellcode

The Dropping Elephant advanced persistent threat group has launched a sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign targeting Turkish defense contractors, particularly companies manufacturing precision-guided missile systems. This malicious operation represents a significant evolution in the group’s capabilities, employing a complex five-stage execution chain…