Introduction: Addressing the Unavoidable Nature of Cyber Risk In a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, the need for sophisticated and multifaceted risk management has never been more apparent. While traditional… The post Beyond Prevention: How Cybersecurity and Cyber Insurance Are…
Congress Questions Hertz Over AI-Powered Scanners in Rental Cars After Customer Complaints
Hertz is facing scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers over its use of AI-powered vehicle scanners to detect damage on rental cars, following growing reports of customer complaints. In a letter to Hertz CEO Gil West, the House Oversight Subcommittee on…
Transparent Tribe Target Indian Government’s Custom Linux OS with Weaponized Desktop Files
Transparent Tribe, a cyber-espionage group believed to originate from Pakistan and also known as APT36, has stepped up its attacks on Indian government entities by using malicious desktop shortcuts designed to compromise both Windows and BOSS Linux systems. The…
High-Risk SQLi Flaw Exposes WordPress Memberships Plugin Users
A vulnerability in the WordPress Paid Memberships Subscription plugin could lead to unauthenticated SQL injection on affected sites This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: High-Risk SQLi Flaw Exposes WordPress Memberships Plugin Users
MediaTek Security Update – Patch for Multiple Vulnerabilities Across Chipsets
MediaTek today published a critical security bulletin addressing several vulnerabilities across its latest modem chipsets, urging device OEMs to deploy updates immediately. The bulletin, issued two months after confidential OEM notification, confirms that no known in-the-wild exploits have been detected…
New Large-Scale Phishing Attacks Targets Hotelier Via Ads to Gain Access to Property Management Tools
A novel phishing campaign emerged in late August 2025 that specifically targeted hoteliers and vacation rental managers through malicious search engine advertisements. Rather than relying on mass email blasts or social media lures, attackers purchased sponsored ads on platforms such…
Critical Next.js Framework Vulnerability Let Attackers Bypass Authorization
A newly discovered critical security vulnerability in the Next.js framework, designated CVE-2025-29927, poses a significant threat to web applications by allowing malicious actors to completely bypass authorization mechanisms. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of the x-middleware-subrequest header within Next.js…
Microsoft To Mandate MFA for Accounts Signing In to the Azure Portal
In a significant security move, Microsoft announced on August 26, 2025, that it will require mandatory multifactor authentication (MFA) for all accounts signing in to the Azure portal and related administrative centers. The policy, first introduced in 2024, aims to…
Critical SQLi Threat to WordPress Memberships Plugin Users
A vulnerability in the WordPress Paid Memberships Subscription plugin could lead to unauthenticated SQL injection on affected sites This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Critical SQLi Threat to WordPress Memberships Plugin Users
Ransomware artifacts
I recently read through this FalconFeeds article on Qilin ransomware; being in DFIR consulting for as long as I have, and given how may ransomware incidents I’ve responded to or dug into, articles with titles like this attract my attention.…
WhatsApp fixes vulnerability used in zero-click attacks
WhatsApp has patched a vulnerability that was used in conjunction with an Apple vulnerability in zero-click attacks. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: WhatsApp fixes vulnerability used in zero-click attacks
Food Delivery Robots Vulnerable to Hacks That Redirect Orders
A startling vulnerability in Pudu Robotics’ management APIs that allowed anyone with minimal technical skill to seize control of the company’s food delivery and service robots. The vulnerability, which went unaddressed for weeks despite repeated responsible‐disclosure attempts, could have enabled…
Look out, Meta Ray-Bans! These AI glasses just raised over $1M in pre-orders in 3 days
Rokid Glasses combine the best features of Meta Ray-Bans with next-gen upgrades. And a lot of people are jumping on their 20% pre-order discount on Kickstarter. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Look out,…
From Food to Friendship: How Scammers Prey on Our Most Basic Needs
Scammers are opportunists. Nasty ones. They prey on the most fundamental human needs: Survival: Food, shelter, and security Connection: Friendship, belonging, and community. On the surface, a food-assistance scam and a fake-friend scam may seem worlds apart. One promises food,…
Hackers Registering Domains to Launch Cyberattack Targeting 2026 FIFA World Cup Tournament
Security researchers have observed an unprecedented surge in domain registrations in recent months, closely tied to the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. These domains, often masquerading as legitimate ticketing portals, merchandise outlets, or live-stream platforms, serve as precursors to…
Food Delivery Robots Can Be Hacked to Deliver Meals to Your Table Instead of the Intended Customers
You may have seen them in restaurants, cat-faced robots gliding between tables, delivering plates of food. These robots, many of them made by Pudu Robotics, the world’s largest commercial service robotics company, are part of a growing fleet of automated…
Hackers Abuse Legitimate Email Marketing Platforms to Disguise Malicious Links
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting legitimate email marketing platforms to launch sophisticated phishing campaigns, leveraging the trusted reputation of these services to bypass security filters and deceive victims. This emerging threat vector represents a significant evolution in phishing tactics, where attackers…
Hackers Leverage Built-in MacOS Protection Features to Deploy Malware
macOS has long been recognized for its robust, integrated security stack, but cybercriminals are finding ways to weaponize these very defenses. Recent incidents show attackers exploit Keychain, SIP, TCC, Gatekeeper, File Quarantine, XProtect, and XProtect Remediator to stealthily deliver malicious…
Salesforce Releases Forensic Investigation Guide Following Chain of Attacks
Salesforce today unveiled its comprehensive Forensic Investigation Guide, equipping organizations with best practices, log analysis techniques, and automation workflows to detect and respond to sophisticated security breaches rapidly. To reconstruct attack timelines and assess data exposure, the guide emphasizes three…
How to set up two-step verification on your WhatsApp account
This guide gives step-by-step instructions how how to enable two-step verification for WhatsApp on Android, iOS, and iPadOS This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: How to set up two-step verification on your WhatsApp account
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-09-01 15h : 10 posts
10 posts were published in the last hour 13:4 : Crooks exploit Meta malvertising to target Android users with Brokewell 13:4 : Three Lazarus RATs coming for your cheese 13:4 : Spotlight On Leadership: Bolstering Corporate Security with OSINT And…
Apple May Drop Physical SIM Card in iPhone 17
Apple appears poised to remove the physical SIM card slot from its upcoming iPhone 17 models in more countries, with a significant rollout anticipated across the European Union. This change would mark the latest step in Apple’s long-term strategy of…
Microsoft Enforces MFA for Logging into Azure Portal
In a significant security move, Microsoft announced on August 26, 2025, that it will require mandatory multifactor authentication (MFA) for all accounts signing in to the Azure portal and related administrative centers. The policy, first introduced in 2024, aims to…
⚡ Weekly Recap: WhatsApp 0-Day, Docker Bug, Salesforce Breach, Fake CAPTCHAs, Spyware App & More
Cybersecurity today is less about single attacks and more about chains of small weaknesses that connect into big risks. One overlooked update, one misused account, or one hidden tool in the wrong hands can be enough to open the door.…