Hackers are using fake Microsoft Teams installers found in search results and ads to deploy the Oyster backdoor. Learn how to protect your PC from this remote-access threat. This article has been indexed from Hackread – Latest Cybersecurity, Hacking News,…
Hackers Targeting WordPress Plugin Vulnerability to Seize Admin Access
A critical authentication bypass in the Service Finder Bookings plugin has enabled unauthenticated attackers to assume administrator privileges on thousands of WordPress sites. Exploitation began within 24 hours of public disclosure, and over 13,800 exploit attempts have been blocked by…
Chinese Hackers Breached Law Firm Williams & Connolly via Zero-Day
The company said there is no evidence that confidential client data was stolen from its systems. The post Chinese Hackers Breached Law Firm Williams & Connolly via Zero-Day appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read…
Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management restores operations after identity breaches
Semperis released Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management, which combines its Active Directory Forest Recovery (ADFR), Disaster Recovery for Entra Tenant (DRET), and Identity Forensics and Incident Response (IFIR) services with its enterprise crisis management system, Ready1, to help organizations restore…
Ootbi Mini delivers zero trust, immutable data protection
Object First unveiled Ootbi Mini, a new compact immutable storage appliance designed for remote and branch offices, edge environments, and small businesses to ransomware-proof local Veeam backup data. Ootbi Mini is available in 8, 16, and 24 terabyte (TB) capacities…
From Phishing to Malware: AI Becomes Russia’s New Cyber Weapon in War on Ukraine
Russian hackers’ adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in cyber attacks against Ukraine has reached a new level in the first half of 2025 (H1 2025), the country’s State Service for Special Communications and Information Protection (SSSCIP) said. “Hackers now employ…
OpenAI, Anthropic Weigh Using Investor Funds To Pay Settlements
OpenAI, Anthropic reportedly consider using investor funds for payouts after finding insurers reluctant to foot bill for emerging risks This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: OpenAI, Anthropic Weigh Using Investor Funds To Pay Settlements
PoC Released for Linux Kernel ksmbd Filesystem Vulnerability
Security researcher Norbert Szetei published the final installment of his deep-dive into the ksmbd filesystem module, culminating in a working proof-of-concept exploit targeting CVE-2025-37947. Unlike earlier use-after-free candidates that required complex race conditions or depended on external factors, this vulnerability…
One stolen iPhone uncovered a network smuggling thousands of devices to China
Turns out Apple’s ‘Find My’ feature isn’t just for when your phone slips down the side of the couch. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: One stolen iPhone uncovered a network smuggling thousands of devices…
CyberFOX DNS Filtering stops threats before they reach networks
CyberFOX launched CyberFOX DNS Filtering, a solution designed to stop threats before they ever reach networks. Built for managed service providers (MSPs) and enterprise IT teams, CyberFOX DNS Filtering combines advanced AI-driven technology with intuitive management to deliver protection without…
ICO’s £7.5m Clearview AI Fine a Step Closer After Legal Victory
The ICO has won an Upper Tribunal appeal against Clearview AI over its ability to fine the company This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: ICO’s £7.5m Clearview AI Fine a Step Closer After Legal Victory
New York City Sues Social Platforms Over ‘Youth Mental Health Crisis’
New York City files federal lawsuit against Meta Platforms, Snap, TikTok, YouTube alleging they intentionally addict youths This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: New York City Sues Social Platforms Over ‘Youth Mental Health Crisis’
Hackers Enhance ClickFix Attack Using Cache Smuggling to Stealthily Download Malicious Files
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered a sophisticated evolution of the ClickFix attack technique that leverages browser cache smuggling to covertly place malicious files on target systems without traditional file downloads. This advanced social engineering campaign specifically targets enterprise users through fake…
Discord denies massive breach, confirms limited exposure of 70K ID photos
Discord won’t pay threat actors claiming 5.5M user breach, saying only about 70K ID photos were actually exposed. Discord announced it won’t pay the threat actors claiming to have stolen data on 5.5M users, clarifying that only about 70K ID…
GitLab Security Update – Patch For Multiple Vulnerabilities That Enables DoS Attack
GitLab has released important security updates. The new versions are 18.4.2, 18.3.4, and 18.2.8 for both Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE). These updates fix several vulnerabilities that could lead to denial-of-service (DoS) attacks and allow unauthorized access. All…
Linux Kernel ksmbd Filesystem Vulnerability Exploited – PoC Released
Security researchers have released a full proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit for a high-severity vulnerability in the Linux kernel’s ksmbd module, demonstrating a reliable path to local privilege escalation. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-37947, is an out-of-bounds write that can be leveraged…
All SonicWall Cloud Backup Users Had Firewall Configurations Stolen
In early September, hackers stole the firewall configuration backup files stored using the MySonicWall service. The post All SonicWall Cloud Backup Users Had Firewall Configurations Stolen appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has been indexed from SecurityWeek Read the original…
When Your SaaS Feels Human at Scale
Discover how AI-driven communication brings empathy and personality to SaaS, helping automation feel more human, personal, and emotionally intelligent. The post When Your SaaS Feels Human at Scale appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…
NCSC: Observability and Threat Hunting Must Improve
The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre has released new guidance to help firms improve observability and threat hunting This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: NCSC: Observability and Threat Hunting Must Improve
X Settles With Executives Over Unpaid Severance
X, formerly Twitter, reaches settlement with former top executives who said they were owed $128m in severance and stock options after being fired This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: X Settles With Executives Over…
Discord Says 70,000 Users Had IDs Exposed in Recent Data Breach
The hackers claim the theft of over 2 million photos of government identification documents provided to Discord for age verification. The post Discord Says 70,000 Users Had IDs Exposed in Recent Data Breach appeared first on SecurityWeek. This article has…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-10-09 09h : 10 posts
10 posts were published in the last hour 7:2 : Tesla Launches Cheaper Models To Halt Sales Slump 7:2 : SoftBank Buys ABB’s Robotics Unit For $5.4bn 7:2 : APT Hackers Abuse ChatGPT to Develop Advanced Malware and Phishing Campaigns…
AI Data Infrastructure Start-Up Confluent Exploring Sale
Shares in Confluent jump after report says it is considering a sale, as investors circle around AI data infrastructure assets This article has been indexed from Silicon UK Read the original article: AI Data Infrastructure Start-Up Confluent Exploring Sale
GitLab Releases Security Update to Patch Multiple DoS-Enabling Vulnerabilities
GitLab has issued a critical security update to address several denial-of-service (DoS) vulnerabilities affecting both Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE). Self-managed installations should upgrade immediately to versions 18.4.2, 18.3.4, or 18.2.8. GitLab.com already runs the patched versions, and…