A sophisticated hacking group known as UNC3944, which previously targeted major UK retail organizations, has pivoted its operations toward US-based companies, according to newly published research from Google Cloud. The threat actor, which overlaps with public reporting on the group…
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Microsoft Published a Practical Guide for Migrating BitLocker Recovery Key Management From ConfigMgr to Intune
As organizations transition to modern management with Microsoft Intune, migrating BitLocker recovery key management from Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr) to Intune is a critical step, especially in hybrid scenarios with co-managed, Entra-Hybrid-Joined devices. This in-depth guide provides a practical, step-by-step approach…
BreachForums Admin to Pay $700,000 in Health Care Data Breach
Conor Brian Fitzpatrick, the 22-year-old former administrator of cybercrime marketplace BreachForums, will forfeit nearly $700,000 to settle a civil lawsuit related to a healthcare data breach. This is a rare instance of a threat actor directly facing financial penalties for…
Hackers Exploiting Confluence Server to Enable RDP Access & Remote Code Execution
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated attack campaign where threat actors exploited a known vulnerability in unpatched Atlassian Confluence servers to deploy ransomware. The intrusion, which occurred in June 2024, leveraged CVE-2023-22527 – a template injection vulnerability-to gain initial access…
Hackers Leverage RVTools to Attack Windows Users With Bumblebee Malware
A sophisticated supply chain compromise briefly turned the trusted VMware administration tool RVTools into a malware delivery vector on May 13, 2025. The attack leveraged a compromised installer to deploy Bumblebee, a dangerous malware loader with potential for ransomware staging…
Social Engineering Tactics – Training Employees to Stay Safe
As cybercriminals become ever more sophisticated, any organization’s greatest vulnerability is its firewalls or software, not its people. Social engineering attacks, which manipulate human psychology rather than exploit technical flaws, are now responsible for most data breaches worldwide. In 2024,…
Skitnet Malware Leverage Stealth Techniques to Execute Its Payload & Establish Persistence Techniques
Cybersecurity experts have identified a sophisticated multi-stage malware named Skitnet (also known as Bossnet) that employs advanced stealth techniques to execute payloads and maintain persistent system access. First appearing on underground forums in April 2024, Skitnet is actively sold as…
Volkswagen Car Hacked – Owner’s Personal Data & Service Details Exposed
Significant vulnerabilities uncovered in Volkswagen’s connected car app that exposed sensitive personal information and complete service histories of vehicles worldwide. The flaws disclosed allowed unauthorized access to user data through simple exploits requiring only a vehicle’s VIN number, which is…
CISA to Discontinue Cybersecurity Alerts & Advisories on Official Webpages
CISA to remove standard cybersecurity alerts and advisories from its website. On May 12, 2025, CISA announced it would no longer post routine cybersecurity updates to its “Cybersecurity Alerts & Advisories” webpage, instead shifting to distribution exclusively through social media platforms…
Understanding APTs – Detection and Response for Enterprises
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) represent one of the most formidable challenges facing enterprises today, emphasizing the critical need for effective detection and response strategies for enterprises in the ever-evolving digital landscape. These sophisticated, stealthy, and targeted cyberattacks are orchestrated by…
Fileless Malware – How to Detect and Prevent Attacks
In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, fileless malware has emerged as one of the most dangerous threats organizations face in 2025. Unlike traditional malware that leaves traces on hard drives, fileless attacks operate entirely within a computer’s memory, making them exceptionally…
ModiLoader Malware Attacking Windows Users to Steal Login Credentials
A sophisticated malware strain called ModiLoader (also known as DBatLoader) has emerged as a significant threat to Windows users, specifically targeting individuals through carefully crafted phishing campaigns. The malware, discovered in recent attacks, employs a multi-stage infection process that ultimately…
Firefox 0-day Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Malicious Code
Mozilla has released an emergency security update to address two critical vulnerabilities in Firefox that could allow attackers to execute malicious code on users’ systems. The vulnerabilities affect multiple versions of the popular web browser and require immediate attention from…
Windows 11, VMware ESXi & Firefox 0-day Vulnerabilities Exploited – Pwn2Own Day 3
Security researchers successfully exploited multiple zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows 11, VMware ESXi, and Mozilla Firefox during the final day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2025, demonstrating sophisticated attack techniques that netted $383,750 in rewards. The event concluded with a record-breaking total payout…
glibc Vulnerability Exposes Millions of Linux Systems to Code Execution Attacks
A critical vulnerability in the GNU C Library (glibc), potentially exposing millions of Linux systems to local privilege escalation attacks. Tracked as CVE-2025-4802 and publicly disclosed on May 16, 2025, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code by…
Abusing dMSA with Advanced Active Directory Persistence Techniques
Delegated Managed Service Accounts (dMSAs), introduced in Windows Server 2025, represent Microsoft’s latest innovation in secure service account management. While designed to enhance security by preventing traditional credential theft attacks like Kerberoasting, security researchers have uncovered potential abuse vectors that…
Windows Remote Desktop Gateway UAF Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution
A critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Gateway (RD Gateway) that could allow attackers to execute malicious code on affected systems remotely. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-21297, was disclosed by Microsoft in their January 2025 security updates and has since…
PupkinStealer Attacks Windows System to Steal Login Credentials & Desktop Files
A new information-stealing malware dubbed “PupkinStealer” has been identified by cybersecurity researchers, targeting sensitive user data through a straightforward yet effective approach. First observed in April 2025, this .NET-based malware written in C# focuses on stealing browser credentials, messaging app…
Malware Defense 101 – Identifying and Removing Modern Threats
The cybersecurity landscape in 2025 is defined by increasingly sophisticated malware threats, with attackers leveraging artificial intelligence, evasion tactics, and polymorphic code to bypass traditional defenses. Stealers, ransomware, and remote access trojans (RATs) dominate the threat matrix, while AI-driven malware…
AI Security Frameworks – Ensuring Trust in Machine Learning
As artificial intelligence transforms industries and enhances human capabilities, the need for strong AI security frameworks has become paramount. Recent developments in AI security standards aim to mitigate risks associated with machine learning systems while fostering innovation and building public…
Preventing Phishing Attacks on Cryptocurrency Exchanges
Cryptocurrency exchanges are intensifying security measures in 2025 to focus on preventing phishing attacks, as these scams reach alarming levels and have caused millions in losses for investors. As digital assets continue gaining mainstream adoption, cybercriminals deploy increasingly sophisticated techniques…
Adversarial Machine Learning – Securing AI Models
As AI systems using adversarial machine learning integrate into critical infrastructure, healthcare, and autonomous technologies, a silent battle ensues between defenders strengthening models and attackers exploiting vulnerabilities. The field of adversarial machine learning (AML) has emerged as both a threat…
Critical WordPress Plugin Vulnerability Exposes 10K+ Sites to Cyber Attack
A severe privilege escalation vulnerability has been discovered in the popular WordPress plugin Eventin, putting more than 10,000 websites at risk of complete compromise. The vulnerability, now tracked as CVE-2025-47539, allows unauthenticated attackers to create administrator accounts without any user…
10 Best NGINX Monitoring Tools – 2025
NGINX monitoring tools ensure NGINX web servers’ optimal performance and reliability. These tools provide comprehensive insights into server metrics such as uptime, response time, request rates, and error rates. They enable administrators to track real-time performance, detect anomalies, and troubleshoot…
New Ransomware Attack Mocking Elon Musk Supporters Using PowerShell to Deploy Payloads
A sophisticated ransomware campaign specifically targeting and mocking supporters of Elon Musk has been identified by cybersecurity experts. The attack, identified as a variant of Fog Ransomware, employs multi-stage PowerShell scripts and Netlify-hosted payloads to execute its malicious code. This…
Blockchain Security – Protecting Decentralized Systems
As decentralized systems mature, 2024–2025 has emerged as a watershed period for blockchain security, marked by sophisticated cyberattacks, novel attack vectors, and landmark regulatory interventions. While stolen cryptocurrency values declined compared to previous years, falling to $1.7 billion in 2023-the…
Sophisticated NPM Attack Exploits Google Calendar C2 For Sophisticated Communication
A new advanced supply chain attack targeting the Node Package Manager (NPM) ecosystem has emerged, leveraging Google Calendar as a covert command and control (C2) channel. Cybersecurity experts discovered the malware embedded in seemingly legitimate JavaScript libraries that, once installed,…
AI-Powered Cyber Threats – Building Resilient Defenses
The cybersecurity landscape has entered a new era of asymmetric warfare, where artificial intelligence amplifies attack capabilities and defensive strategies. Organizations face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding digital assets as AI-powered cyber threats grow in sophistication, from hyper-personalized phishing campaigns to…
Guide to Cloud API Security – Preventing Token Abuse
As organizations accelerate cloud adoption, API token abuse has emerged as a critical vulnerability vector. Recent incidents at significant platforms like DocuSign and Heroku exposed systemic risks in token management. A 2025 study reveals 57% of enterprises experienced API-related breaches…
Printer Company Offered Malicious Drivers Infected With XRed Malware
In a concerning cybersecurity incident, printer manufacturer Procolored unknowingly distributed malware-infected software for approximately six months, ending in May 2025. The issue came to light when YouTube creator Cameron Coward of the channel Serial Hobbyism attempted to review a $6,000…
New FrigidStealer Malware Attacking macOS Users to Steal Login Credentials
FrigidStealer, a sophisticated information-stealing malware that emerged in January 2025, is actively targeting macOS endpoints to steal sensitive user data through deceptive tactics. Unlike traditional malware, FrigidStealer exploits user trust in routine software updates, making it particularly insidious. The malware…
Cloud Security Essentials – Protecting Multi-Cloud Environments
As organizations increasingly adopt multi-cloud environments to leverage flexibility, scalability, and cost-efficiency, securing these complex infrastructures has become a top priority. By 2025, 99% of cloud security failures will stem from customer misconfigurations or oversights, underscoring the urgent need for…
Securing Generative AI – Mitigating Data Leakage Risks
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has emerged as a transformative force across industries, enabling content creation, data analysis, and decision-making breakthroughs. However, its rapid adoption has exposed critical vulnerabilities, with data leakage emerging as the most pressing security challenge. Recent incidents,…
APT Group 123 Actively Attacking Windows Systems to Deliver Malicious Payloads
North Korean state-sponsored threat actor APT Group 123 has intensified its cyber espionage campaign, specifically targeting Windows systems across multiple sectors globally. The group, active since at least 2012 and also tracked under aliases such as APT37, Reaper, and ScarCruft,…
VMware ESXi, Firefox, Red Hat Linux & SharePoint 0-Day Vulnerabilities Exploited – Pwn2Own Day 2
Security researchers uncovered critical zero-day vulnerabilities across major enterprise platforms during the second day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2025, earning a staggering $435,000 in bounties. The competition, hosted at the OffensiveCon conference, witnessed successful exploits against VMware ESXi, Microsoft SharePoint, Mozilla…
Hands-on Malware Analysis Training to Boost Up SOC & MSSP Teams
Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) operate at the forefront of cybersecurity, tasked with defending organizations against increasingly sophisticated threats. As adversaries refine their tactics, the need for continuous skill development, particularly through hands-on malware analysis training, has…
Linux Kernel Patching and Preventing Exploits in 2025
As the Linux kernel continues to power everything from cloud infrastructure to embedded devices, its security remains critical. In 2025, patching strategies face unprecedented challenges: a 3,529% year-over-year increase in CVEs since 2024, sophisticated exploitation techniques targeting virtualization subsystems, and kernel-level attacks…
SSH Auth Keys Reuse Exposes Sophisticated Targeted Phishing Attack
A coordinated phishing campaign targeting Kuwait’s critical sectors has been exposed through a distinctive operational security lapse: the consistent reuse of SSH authentication keys across multiple attack servers. The campaign, which remains active as of May 2025, has deployed over…
FBI Warns of US Govt Officials Impersonated in Malicious Message Campaign
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued an urgent warning Thursday about an ongoing malicious campaign where cybercriminals are impersonating senior US officials through text messages and AI-generated voice calls. The sophisticated attack, which began in April 2025, primarily targets…
Malware Mastermind Andrei Tarasov Evades US Extradition Returns to Russia
In a significant setback for US cybercrime enforcement efforts, Russian hacker Andrei Tarasov has evaded extradition to the United States and successfully returned to his homeland, intelligence sources confirm. Tarasov, 33, known in cybercriminal circles by the aliases “Aels” and,…
Chinese Agent Impersonates as Stanford Student For Intelligence Gathering
A recent investigation has uncovered a concerning case of espionage at one of America’s premier academic institutions, where a Chinese intelligence agent posed as a Stanford University student to gather sensitive research information. The agent, operating under the alias “Charles…
New Vulnerability Affects All Intel Processors From The Last 6 Years
A newly discovered class of vulnerabilities in Intel processors, termed Branch Predictor Race Conditions (BPRC), allows attackers to systematically extract sensitive data from the cache and random-access memory (RAM) of other users sharing the same hardware. Affecting all Intel processors…
Hackers Actively Exploiting PowerShell to Evade Antivirus & EDR
Cybersecurity experts have identified a concerning trend in the malware landscape as threat actors increasingly leverage fileless techniques to circumvent traditional security measures. A sophisticated PowerShell-based shellcode loader executing Remcos Remote Access Trojan (RAT) has emerged as the latest example…
Hackers Attacking Industrial Automation Systems With 11,600+ Malware Families
Industrial automation systems worldwide are facing an unprecedented scale of cyber threats, with security researchers detecting a staggering 11,679 distinct malware families targeting critical infrastructure in the first quarter of 2025. This alarming figure, revealed in a comprehensive threat landscape…
Windows 10 KB5058379 Update Boots PCs into Windows Recovery
Multiple users and IT administrators are reporting that Microsoft’s latest security update KB5058379, released on May 13, 2025, is causing widespread issues with BitLocker recovery prompts and system boot failures. This mandatory Patch Tuesday update, which contains critical security fixes,…
Windows Security Updates – How to Stay Ahead of Vulnerabilities
In April 2025, cybersecurity teams were starkly reminded of the stakes involved in patch management when Microsoft disclosed CVE-2025-29824, a zero-day privilege escalation flaw in the Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) driver. Exploited by ransomware groups to gain SYSTEM-level access,…
Multiple Ivanti Endpoint Mobile Manager Vulnerabilities Allows Remote Code Execution
Critical security flaws have been uncovered in Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM), a widely used mobile device management (MDM) solution, exposing organizations to the risk of unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE). The vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2025-4427 and CVE-2025-4428, have been…
Cybersecurity for Mergers and Acquisitions – A CISO’s Guide
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become a high-stakes battleground for cybersecurity risks, with 2024 witnessing a surge in regulatory scrutiny, sophisticated cyberattacks, and costly post-deal breaches. As global M&A activity rebounds to pre-pandemic levels, CISOs face unprecedented challenges in safeguarding…
Mitigating macOS Zero-Day Risks – Tools and Techniques
Apple’s macOS has experienced a concerning surge in zero-day vulnerabilities over the past six months, highlighting the need for robust security practices. Recent sophisticated attacks targeting businesses and individuals demonstrate that Apple’s relatively secure ecosystem remains vulnerable to determined threat…
Commit Stomping – An Offensive Technique Let Hackers Manipulate Timestamps in Git to Alter File Metadata
A lesser-known feature of Git, Dubbed “Commit Stomping,” this technique allows users to manipulate commit timestamps, potentially disguising malicious or unauthorized changes in a repository’s history. While not a bug or vulnerability, Commit Stomping exploits Git’s flexibility to rewrite the…
Jenkins Security Update Released With the Fixes for the Vulnerabilities that Exploit CI/CD Pipelines
The Jenkins project has issued a critical security advisory detailing vulnerabilities in five widely used plugins: Cadence vManager, DingTalk, Health Advisor by CloudBees, OpenID Connect Provider, and WSO2 Oauth. These flaws, ranging from medium to critical severity, could allow attackers…
Securing Linux Containers – A Guide for Cloud-Native Environments
As container adoption rapidly accelerates across enterprises in 2025, security professionals are under increasing pressure to focus on securing Linux containers and protecting these ephemeral environments. Container security requires a multi-layered approach that addresses vulnerabilities throughout the container lifecycle –…
SonicWall SMA1000 Vulnerability Let Attackers to Exploit Encoded URLs To Gain Internal Systems Access Remotely
SonicWall has issued a high-priority security advisory (SNWLID-2025-0010) revealing a critical Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in its SMA1000 Appliance Work Place interface. Tracked as CVE-2025-40595, the vulnerability carries a CVSS v3 score of 7.2, indicating a high-severity risk. Discovered…
Windows Defender Best Practices – Optimizing Endpoint Protection
As cyberthreats grow in sophistication, organizations must prioritize robust endpoint protection strategies. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint has emerged as a critical tool in this landscape, offering AI-driven threat detection, automated response, and integration with broader security ecosystems like Microsoft Defender…
Researchers Emulated VanHelsing Ransomware Advanced Tactics & Tools Used
Cybersecurity experts have successfully emulated the behaviors of VanHelsing, a sophisticated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation that emerged in March 2025 and has rapidly gained notoriety in cybercriminal circles. The ransomware employs a double extortion model, encrypting victims’ files with the Curve25519…
Proofpoint To Acquire Microsoft 365 Security Provider Hornetsecurity For $1 Billion
Proofpoint, Inc., a global leader in cybersecurity and compliance, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Hornetsecurity Group, a prominent pan-European provider of AI-powered Microsoft 365 (M365) security, compliance, and data protection services. This strategic acquisition marks a significant step…
Windows 11, Red Hat Linux, & Oracle VirtualBox Hacked – Pwn2Own Day 1
The first day of Pwn2Own Berlin 2025 wrapped up with a bang, as hackers showcased 11 exploit attempts, including AI-targeted attacks, and walked away with $260,000 in prizes. The Pwn2Own competition, known for pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity, saw successful…
Google to Release Android 16 with Advanced Device-level Security Setting Protection for 3 Billion Devices
Google has announced a significant enhancement to its Advanced Protection Program with the release of Android 16, introducing a robust device-level security setting aimed at safeguarding users against sophisticated cyber threats. Tailored for at-risk individuals such as journalists, elected officials,…
CISA Warns of Google Chromium 0-Day Vulnerability Actively Exploited in the Wild – Patch Now!
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added CVE-2025-4664 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog as the vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild in attacks. This high-severity issue in Google Chromium involves insufficient policy enforcement in the Loader component,…
Hackers Abuse Google Services to Send Malicious Law Enforcement Requests
A sophisticated phishing campaign has emerged targeting Google users with fraudulent law enforcement data requests, exploiting legitimate Google services to bypass security systems and create highly convincing scams. The attack utilizes official Google infrastructure, including the company’s OAuth system and…
New .NET Multi-stage Loader Attacking Windows Systems to Deploy Malicious Payloads
A sophisticated .NET multi-stage malware loader has been actively targeting Windows systems since early 2022, serving as a distribution channel for dangerous payloads including information stealers and remote access trojans. This loader employs a complex three-stage deployment mechanism that helps…
Coinbase Hacked – Massive Data Breach Costs Them $400 Million
Coinbase Global, Inc., one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges, disclosed a major cybersecurity incident in a Form 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on May 14, 2025. The breach, orchestrated by an unknown threat actor,…
CISA Warns of Five Actively Exploited Windows 0-Day Vulnerabilities
CISA has issued an urgent alert after adding five new Microsoft Windows zero-day vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, citing evidence of active exploitation in the wild. The vulnerabilities, which affect core Windows components, have been flagged as…
Microsoft Outlook Down – Millions of Users Affected With This Longest Outage in Microsoft History
A widespread outage affecting Microsoft 365 services has left users across the globe unable to access key platforms, including Outlook, Hotmail, and the main Microsoft 365 website, since Wednesday evening. The disruption, which began at 10:30 PM UTC on May…
Chihuahua Stealer Leverages Google Drive Document to Steal Browser Login Credentials
A newly discovered .NET-based infostealer dubbed “Chihuahua Stealer” has emerged as a significant threat, exploiting Google Drive documents to deliver malicious PowerShell scripts and steal sensitive data. First identified by G DATA analysts in April 2025, the malware targets browser…
New DarkCloud Stealer Uses AutoIt to Evade Detection & Steal Login Credentials
A new variant of the DarkCloud information-stealing malware has emerged, leveraging the AutoIt scripting language to bypass security tools and harvest sensitive credentials from infected systems. Dubbed DarkCloud Stealer v4, the malware has targeted financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and e-commerce…
TransferLoader Malware Allows Attackers to Execute Arbitrary Commands on Compromised System
A newly identified malware loader dubbed TransferLoader has emerged as a critical threat, enabling attackers to execute arbitrary commands on compromised systems and deliver payloads such as the Morpheus ransomware. First detected in February 2025 by Zscaler ThreatLabz researchers, this…
Xerox Issues April 2025 Security Patch Update for FreeFlow Print Server v2
Xerox has announced the release of its April 2025 Security Patch Update for the FreeFlow® Print Server v2 running on Windows® 10, reinforcing the company’s commitment to robust cybersecurity for its production print platforms. The update, officially released on May…
Hackers Disguised Remote Access Malware as Microsoft Edge service
A sophisticated backdoor campaign in which attackers cleverly disguised remote access malware as a legitimate Microsoft Edge service. The malicious Mesh agent, masquerading under the path C:\Program Files\Microsoft\MicrosoftEdge\msedge.exe, was found running on multiple computers and servers across the affected network.…
Threat Actors Using Weaponized HTML Files to Deliver Horabot Malware
A new wave of sophisticated phishing campaigns targeting Spanish-speaking users in Latin America has emerged, leveraging weaponized HTML files to deploy the Horabot malware. First identified in April 2025 by Fortinet’s FortiGuard Labs, Horabot combines credential theft, email automation, and…
Interlock Ransomware Attacking Defense Contractors and Their Supply Chains
A dangerous ransomware operation dubbed Interlock has escalated its focus on defense contractors and their supply chains, jeopardizing sensitive military logistics, intellectual property, and national security. First observed in September 2024, the group employs “big-game hunting” tactics-targeting high-value organizations-and double…
Russian Hackers Exploiting MDaemon 0-Day Vulnerability to Hack Webmail Servers
A recently uncovered cyber-espionage campaign linked to Russian state-sponsored actors has been targeting enterprise webmail servers using a critical zero-day vulnerability in MDaemon, a widely used email server software. Dubbed “MailStorm” by researchers, the campaign exploits an unpatched buffer overflow…
Enisa Launches European Vulnerability Database to Enhance Digital Security
The European Union has taken a significant leap forward in its digital security strategy with the official launch of the European Vulnerability Database (EUVD), developed and maintained by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA). Announced on May 13, 2025,…
TA406 Hackers Attacking to Attack Government Entities to Steal Login Credentials
A Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)-linked threat actor tracked as TA406 has intensified cyber espionage efforts against Ukrainian government entities since February 2025, deploying sophisticated phishing campaigns aimed at stealing login credentials and deploying reconnaissance malware. The group, which…
Researchers Unveiled a New Mechanism to Track Compartmentalized Threats
In May 2025, cybersecurity researchers from Cisco Talos and The Vertex Project announced a groundbreaking methodology to combat the rising trend of compartmentalized cyberattacks, where multiple threat actors collaborate to execute distinct stages of an intrusion. This shift from single-actor…
Node.js Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Crash the Process & Halt Services
The Node.js project has issued urgent security updates after disclosing a high-severity vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to crash Node.js processes, potentially halting critical services and causing widespread denial of service across affected systems. High-Severity Flaw: CVE-2025-23166 The vulnerability,…
Xanthorox – New BlackHat AI Tool Used to Launch Phishing & Malware Attacks
The Xanthorox tool first appeared on dark web forums and cybersecurity blogs in April 2025. Xanthorox is not just another rogue AI chatbot; it is a purpose-built, self-hosted artificial intelligence platform designed from the ground up to facilitate cybercrime. Unlike previous blackhat…
Threat Actors Exploit AI & LLM Tools to Begun Using Them as Offensive Tools
Cybercriminals are increasingly weaponizing generative AI and large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek to automate exploit development, bypass security safeguards, and refine malware campaigns. According to a recent report by the S2W Threat Intelligence Center (TALON), dark…
New HTTPBot Botnet Expanding Aggressively to Attack Windows Machines
A new botnet family named HTTPBot has emerged as a critical threat to the Windows ecosystem, leveraging sophisticated HTTP-based distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks to disrupt high-value targets. First observed in August 2024, HTTPBot’s activity surged in April 2025, with attacks…
Nation State-Actors Attacking Healthcare Institutions to Sabotage IT & OT Systems
The healthcare sector faces an unprecedented surge in cyberattacks from nation-state actors seeking to disrupt critical IT infrastructure and operational technology (OT) systems. Since early 2024, advanced persistent threat (APT) groups linked to Iran, North Korea, and China have exploited…
macOS Security Guide – Safeguarding Against Adware and Malware
As macOS adoption grows, so does its attractiveness to cybercriminals. Recent reports reveal a 60% surge in macOS market share over three years, correlating with a dramatic escalation in sophisticated adware, infostealers, and malware-as-a-service (MaaS) campaigns. While Apple’s built-in defenses,…
BitLocker Encryption Bypassed in Minutes Using Bitpixie Vulnerability: PoC Released
A critical vulnerability in Microsoft’s BitLocker full disk encryption, demonstrating that it can be bypassed in under five minutes using a software-only attack dubbed “Bitpixie” (CVE-2023-21563). A public proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit has now been released, highlighting the severity of the…
Healthcare Cyber Attacks – 276 Million Patient Records were Compromised In 2024
In 2024, the healthcare sector faced an unprecedented wave of cyber attacks, with 276 million patient records exposed globally. Among the most insidious threats was MedStealer, a malware strain that targeted electronic health records (EHRs), insurance databases, and patient portals.…
Hardening Windows Servers – Top Strategies to Prevent Exploits in 2025
As organizations face sophisticated cyber threats in 2025, securing Windows Server environments has become more critical than ever. With the release of Windows Server 2025, Microsoft has introduced enhanced security features and hardening capabilities designed to protect against the latest…
Linux Security Essentials – Protecting Servers from Supply Chain Attacks
The Linux ecosystem, long celebrated for its open-source ethos and robust security architecture, faces an escalating threat landscape dominated by sophisticated supply chain attacks. Recent incidents, including the near-catastrophic XZ Utils backdoor, malicious Go modules delivering disk-wiping payloads, and compromised…
New Weaponized PyPI Package Attacking Developers to Steal Source Code
A newly discovered malicious Python package, solana-token, has been weaponized to steal source code and sensitive secrets from developers working on Solana blockchain applications. Uploaded to the Python Package Index (PyPI), the module masqueraded as a legitimate utility for Solana-based…
Authorities Arrested 17 Criminal Bankers, EUR 4.5 Million Seized
Europol announced on May 14 that law enforcement agencies have dismantled a sophisticated criminal parallel banking network operating across multiple European countries. The operation, conducted on January 14, 2025, resulted in the arrest of 17 individuals and the seizure of…
Google Chrome 0-Day Vulnerability Exploited in the Wild – Update Now
Google has released an urgent security update for Chrome to patch a critical vulnerability that hackers are actively exploiting in the wild. The tech giant announced yesterday that Chrome’s Stable channel has been updated to version 136.0.7103.113/.114 for Windows and…
Cybersecurity Industry Gains $1.7 Billion to Develop Cutting-Edge Protection Technologies
As digital threats grow in sophistication, the cybersecurity sector has ignited a funding frenzy, with startups raising $1.7 billion in April 2025 alone ahead of the RSA Conference in San Francisco. This influx underscores investor confidence in technologies poised to redefine global…
Identity Theft Surges as Criminals Deploy Advanced Tactics to Steal Personal Data
Identity theft has reached unprecedented levels in 2024, fueled by increasingly sophisticated criminal tactics that exploit technological advancements and systemic vulnerabilities. Recent reports from law enforcement, cybersecurity firms, and regulatory agencies reveal a stark escalation in the volume and complexity…
Hackers Exploit Software Flaws within Hours Forcing Urgent Push for Faster Patches
The race between cybersecurity professionals and malicious hackers has reached alarming speeds in 2025, with new data revealing that more than a quarter of software vulnerabilities are now exploited within 24 hours of disclosure. This rapidly shrinking window between vulnerability…
Global Powers Intensify Cyber Warfare with Covert Digital Strikes on Critical Systems
The digital frontlines of modern conflict have expanded dramatically in 2025, with state-sponsored hackers from China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran executing sophisticated attacks against energy grids, telecommunications networks, and transportation systems worldwide. These operations, often masked as routine cybercrime,…
Top 5 WMIC Commands Used By Malware
Malware doesn’t need fancy tools to be dangerous. Sometimes, all it takes is WMIC, a quiet, native utility that’s still doing damage. In the past weeks, we’ve seen a consistent pattern in some ANY.RUN sandbox sessions: malware keeps reaching for…
Weaponized Google Calendar Invites Delivers Malicious Payload With Just One Character
A new attack vector where cybercriminals are weaponizing Google Calendar invites to deliver malware, using a sophisticated obfuscation technique involving just a single visible character that hides malicious code. This discovery highlights how threat actors are evolving their tactics to…
Critical Adobe Illustrator Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Malicious Code
Adobe has released a critical security update for its popular design software Illustrator, addressing a severe vulnerability that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on targeted systems. The security bulletin details a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability that affects multiple…
Entro Security and Wiz Announce Integration for Improved Non-Human Identity & Cloud Security
Entro Security, a pioneer in Non-Human Identity (NHI) and Secrets Security, and Wiz, a leading cloud security platform, have announced a strategic partnership that brings together Entro’s NHI security platform with Wiz’s Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) capabilities. Announced on…
Adobe Photoshop Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Arbitrary Code
Adobe has released critical security updates for Photoshop on both Windows and macOS platforms after discovering multiple severe vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on victims’ systems. The security bulletin addresses three critical flaws affecting Photoshop 2025…
Samsung MagicINFO 9 Server Vulnerability Let Attackers Write Arbitrary File
Samsung has disclosed a critical security vulnerability (CVE-2025-4632) affecting its MagicINFO 9 Server platform, a widely deployed content management system used for digital signage across retail, transportation, healthcare, and corporate environments worldwide. The flaw allows unauthenticated attackers to write arbitrary…
Windows Remote Desktop Gateway Vulnerability Let Attackers Trigger Dos Condition
Microsoft Security Response Center (MSRC) has released important security updates to address a critical vulnerability in Windows Remote Desktop Gateway (RD) service tracked as CVE-2025-26677 that could allow unauthorized attackers to trigger denial of service (DoS) conditions, potentially disrupting remote…
Researchers Detailed New Threat-Hunting Techniques to Detect Azure Managed Identity Abuse
Cybersecurity experts have unveiled sophisticated techniques to identify potential abuse of Azure Managed Identities (MIs), addressing a critical but often overlooked security concern in cloud environments. Azure MIs streamline credential management by eliminating the need for manual secret handling, yet…