A list of topics we covered in the week of October 13 to October 19 of 2025 This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: A week in security (October 13 – October 19)
UK calls up Armed Forces veterans for digital ID soft launch
Once more into the, er, breach? The UK’s Armed Forces veterans are being tasked with one last mission – proving the government can successfully roll out a digital ID card scheme.… This article has been indexed from The Register –…
Europol dismantles SIM farm, Envoy Air compromised, Everest claims Collins hack
Europol dismantles 49 million fake account SIM farm Envoy Air confirms Oracle E-Business Suite compromise Cybercrime group Everest claims Collins Aerospace hack Huge thanks to our sponsor, ThreatLocker Imagine having the power to decide exactly what runs in your IT…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-10-20 09h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 7:4 : Using Syscall() for Obfuscation/Fileless Activity, (Mon, Oct 20th) 6:34 : MSS Claims NSA Used 42 Cyber Tools in Multi-Stage Attack on Beijing Time Systems
Using Syscall() for Obfuscation/Fileless Activity, (Mon, Oct 20th)
I found another piece of malware this weekend. This one looks more like a proof-of-concept because the second-stage payload is really “simple”, but it attracted my attention because it uses a nice technique to obfuscate the code. This article has…
MSS Claims NSA Used 42 Cyber Tools in Multi-Stage Attack on Beijing Time Systems
China on Sunday accused the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) of carrying out a “premeditated” cyber attack targeting the National Time Service Center (NTSC), as it described the U.S. as a “hacker empire” and the “greatest source of chaos in…
Why ex-military professionals are a good fit for cybersecurity
After years of working as part of a team, many military veterans look for work that still carries meaning, challenge, and purpose. Cybersecurity offers a new way to serve and protect on a different battlefield. Earlier this year, the Department…
Most AI privacy research looks the wrong way
Most research on LLM privacy has focused on the wrong problem, according to a new paper by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Northeastern University. The authors argue that while most technical studies target data memorization, the biggest risks come…
China finds “irrefutable evidence” of US NSA cyberattacks on time Authority
China claims the US NSA hacked its National Time Service Center by exploiting staff phone flaws since March 2022, stealing sensitive data. China’s Ministry of State Security announced it has found “irrefutable evidence” that the US National Security Agency (NSA)…
How to Use Single Sign-on Effectively
Learn how to effectively use Single Sign-On (SSO) to enhance security, improve user experience, and streamline access management within your organization. Discover best practices and implementation strategies. The post How to Use Single Sign-on Effectively appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Using Passkeys to Sign In to Websites and Apps
Learn how to use passkeys for secure and seamless sign-ins to websites and apps. Understand the benefits and implementation of passwordless authentication. The post Using Passkeys to Sign In to Websites and Apps appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
Nodepass: Open-source TCP/UDP tunneling solution
When you think of network tunneling, “lightweight” and “enterprise-grade” rarely appear in the same sentence. NodePass, an open-source project, wants to change that. It’s a compact but powerful TCP/UDP tunneling solution built for DevOps teams and system administrators who need…
Critical Security Alerts: TikTok Malware & Europol’s SIM Farm Takedown
In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers the latest developments in cyber threats and law enforcement victories. Topics include: cybercriminals using TikTok videos to disseminate malware through click-fix attacks, Europol shutting down a massive SIM farm powering…
New DefenderWrite Tool Let Attackers Inject Malicious DLLs into AV Executable Folders
A new tool called DefenderWrite exploits whitelisted Windows programs to bypass protections and write arbitrary files into antivirus executable folders, potentially enabling malware persistence and evasion. Developed by cybersecurity expert Two Seven One Three, the tool demonstrates a novel technique…
Why cybersecurity hiring feels so hard right now
In this Help Net Security video, Carol Lee Hobson, CISO at PayNearMe, explores the realities behind the so-called cybersecurity “talent gap.” She explains why the issue is as much about hiring practices as it is about skills shortages, and offers…
Xubuntu’s website was hacked to spread a malware, fixed now
Xubuntu’s website was the latest to fall victim to hackers. The attackers replaced the download links with a malicious one. For those unaware, Xubuntu is one of the official flavors of Ubuntu, […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-10-20 06h : 2 posts
2 posts were published in the last hour 4:4 : Inside the messy reality of Microsoft 365 management 3:34 : Qantas Faces Scrutiny After Massive Data Leak Exposes Millions of Customer Records
Inside the messy reality of Microsoft 365 management
Most MSPs agree that Microsoft 365 is now the backbone of business operations, but a Syncro survey shows that complexity, incomplete backups, and reactive security continue to slow their progress in managing it. About 60% of MSPs said Microsoft 365…
Qantas Faces Scrutiny After Massive Data Leak Exposes Millions of Customer Records
Qantas Airways is under investigation after personal data belonging to millions of its customers appeared online following a major cyberattack. The breach, which originated from an offshore call centre using Salesforce software, is believed to have exposed information from…
IT Security News Hourly Summary 2025-10-20 03h : 1 posts
1 posts were published in the last hour 1:2 : China Accuses US of Cyberattack on National Time Center
China Accuses US of Cyberattack on National Time Center
The Ministry of State Security alleged that the NSA exploited vulnerabilities in the messaging services of a foreign mobile phone brand to steal sensitive information. The post China Accuses US of Cyberattack on National Time Center appeared first on SecurityWeek.…
Critical insights Q&A: Anomali’s AI-native approach helps defenders cut noise, mitigate swiftly
The cybersecurity world is deep into an AI pivot. Related: The case for AI-native SOCs The headlines fixate on doomsday threats and autonomous cyber weapons. But the real revolution may be happening at a quieter layer: inside the SOC. Security…
Stay Proactive with Cloud-Native Security
How Secure Are Your Machine Identities in the Cloud? What if your cloud security strategy is neglecting a critical element that could leave the door wide open to cyber threats? When organizations increasingly migrate to cloud environments, there’s a vital…
Are Your Cloud Identities Fully Protected?
How Can We Bridge the Gap Between Security and R&D Teams for Effective Cloud Identity Protection? Where organizations across various sectors increasingly rely on cloud infrastructure, understanding and managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) is paramount. But what exactly are NHIs, and…