Git 2.51 is out, and the release continues the long process of modernizing the version control system. The update includes several technical changes, but one of the most important areas of work is Git’s move toward stronger cryptographic security through…
OWASP Security Misconfiguration: Quick guide
Security misconfiguration is a significant concern, in the OWASP Top 10. During our web application penetration tests, we often discover numerous vulnerabilities of this nature. According to OWASP, this issue impacts nearly 90% of all web applications. In this blog,…
Hackers Exploit Cisco Secure Links to Evade Scanners and Bypass Filters
Cybercriminals have discovered a sophisticated new attack vector that weaponizes Cisco’s security infrastructure against users, according to recent research from Raven AI. The company’s context-aware detection systems uncovered a credential phishing campaign that exploits Cisco Safe Links to evade traditional…
Threat Actors Abuse Microsoft Help Index File to Execute PipeMagic Malware
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign exploiting Microsoft Help Index Files (.mshi) to deliver the notorious PipeMagic backdoor, marking a significant evolution in the threat actors’ tactics since the malware’s first detection in 2022. The campaign, which has…
What happens when penetration testing goes virtual and gets an AI coach
Cybersecurity training often struggles to match the complexity of threats. A new approach combining digital twins and LLMs aims to close that gap. Researchers from the University of Bari Aldo Moro propose using Cyber Digital Twins (CDTs) and generative AI…
Hijacked Satellites and Orbiting Space Weapons: In the 21st Century, Space Is the New Battlefield
From hacked satellites to nuclear threats in orbit, the battle for dominance beyond Earth is redefining modern warfare and national security. The post Hijacked Satellites and Orbiting Space Weapons: In the 21st Century, Space Is the New Battlefield appeared first…
The cybersecurity myths companies can’t seem to shake
Cybersecurity myths are like digital weeds: pull one out, and another quickly sprouts in its place. You’ve probably heard them before: Macs don’t get viruses, we’re too small to be a target, or changing passwords often keeps us safer. Experts…
As AI grows smarter, your identity security must too
AI is no longer on the horizon, it’s already transforming how organizations operate. In just a few years, we’ve gone from isolated pilots to enterprise-wide adoption. According to a recent SailPoint survey, 82% of companies are running AI agents today,…
Intel Websites Compromised, Allowing Hackers Access to Employee and Confidential Data
A series of critical security flaws in Intel’s internal web infrastructure exposed the personal details of more than 270,000 employees and potentially provided attackers with access to sensitive corporate and supplier information. The discoveries highlight severe weaknesses across multiple Intel-owned…
Threats Actors Using Telegram as The Communication Channel to Exfiltrate The Stolen Data
Cybersecurity researchers have identified an alarming trend where threat actors are increasingly leveraging Telegram’s Bot API infrastructure as a covert communication channel for data exfiltration. This sophisticated attack methodology combines traditional phishing techniques with legitimate messaging services to bypass conventional…
Weaponized Python Package Termncolor Attacking Leverages Windows Run Key to Maintain Persistence
A sophisticated supply chain attack targeting Python developers has emerged through a seemingly innocuous package named termncolor, which conceals a multi-stage malware operation designed to establish persistent access on compromised systems. The malicious package, distributed through the Python Package Index…
DoJ Seizes $2.8 Million in Crypto From Zeppelin Ransomware Operators
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced the seizure of over $2.8 million in cryptocurrency, $70,000 in cash, and a luxury vehicle linked to Zeppelin ransomware operations. The warrants were unsealed on August 14, 2025, in federal courts across Virginia,…
University of Western Australia Hit by Cybersecurity Breach
The University of Western Australia (UWA) has confirmed a concerning cybersecurity incident that left thousands of staff, students, and visitors temporarily locked out of their accounts after hackers gained access to password data. The breach was detected late Saturday,…
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What makes airport and airline systems so vulnerable to attack?
In this Help Net Security video, Recep Ozdag, VP and GM at Keysight Technologies, explains why airline and airport systems are so difficult to secure. He explores the complex aviation ecosystem, from legacy systems and third-party vendors to the challenges…
The 9 Types of PCI SAQs and Applicability
Key Takeaways SAQ eligibility depends on exactly how you accept payments, how you handle cardholder data, and how your payment systems connect to the rest of your environment. The PCI Security Standards Council defines the SAQ types, but your acquiring…
ISC Stormcast For Tuesday, August 19th, 2025 https://isc.sans.edu/podcastdetail/9576, (Tue, Aug 19th)
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Technical Details of SAP 0-Day Exploitation Script Used to Achieve RCE Disclosed
A sophisticated zero-day exploitation script targeting SAP systems has emerged in the cybersecurity landscape, demonstrating advanced remote code execution capabilities that pose significant risks to enterprise environments worldwide. The malicious payload specifically targets SAP NetWeaver Application Server vulnerabilities, exploiting weaknesses…
Blackhat 2025 – Test AI before you trust
At Blackhat, there wasn’t a space of 10 feet not festooned with vapid promises of AI curing – basically everything in security. During an AI summit here, multiple tens of would-be AI security contenders, sometimes with little else but a…
Secure, Fast, Reliable: The Best Cloud Storage Providers for Businesses
Discover the X best business cloud storage providers of 2025. Secure, fast, and reliable solutions reviewed to streamline your workflow. The post Secure, Fast, Reliable: The Best Cloud Storage Providers for Businesses appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has…
Lack of Developer Training Fuels Cyber Breaches Across UK Organisations
A new survey from SecureFlag has revealed serious shortcomings in how UK businesses protect themselves from software-related threats. In a poll of 100 C-suite and technology leaders, 67% admitted their organisation had suffered at least one cybersecurity breach or major…
New EMA Research Highlights Keeper’s Strength in Modern PAM
Keeper Security has announced the release of a new global survey report from Enterprise Management Associates (EMA), Beyond the Vault: Elevating Privileged Access Management in the Modern Enterprise. The independent survey and report evaluates eight major PAM platforms and identifies Keeper…
Q&A Spotlight: Tannu Jiwnani – Navigating Leadership, Challenges, and Empowering Diversity in Cybersecurity
The Gurus sat down with esteemed cyber professional Tannu Jiwnani to discuss navigating leadership, challenges, and empowering diversity in cybersecurity. Q: Can you share how you got to where you are today in your career? A: My journey into cybersecurity…
Securing Non-Human Identities and Workloads in the Generative-AI Era — TrustFour’s Role
Generative-AI systems are a dense web of non-human identities (NHIs)—APIs, services, agents, schedulers, model endpoints, data pipelines—talking to each other over Transport Layer Security (TLS). Attackers now target these NHIs to move laterally, hijack tools, exfiltrate models/data, and impersonate trusted…