A massive power outage struck the Iberian Peninsula on April 28, 2025, plunging millions of people into darkness as electricity supplies were suddenly cut across Spain and Portugal. Sources from the electric sector suggest a cyberattack is the most likely…
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Monitoring Dark Web Threats – CISO’s Proactive Approach
The dark web has rapidly become a central hub for cybercriminal activity, where stolen data, compromised credentials, and malicious tools are traded with alarming frequency. For Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), this shadowy underworld poses a persistent and evolving threat…
ESET Integrates Detection & Response Capabilities With Splunk SIEM
ESET, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, has announced a significant enhancement to its ESET Endpoint Management Platform (ESET PROTECT), unveiling a seamless integration with Splunk, one of the world’s leading security information and event management (SIEM) platforms. This move…
FBI Reports Shocking ₹1.38 Lakh Crore Loss in 2024, 33% Increased From 2023
The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has revealed unprecedented financial damages from cyber threats in 2024. According to the FBI’s annual report, victims reported a staggering $16.6 billion (approximately ₹1.38 lakh crore) in losses, marking a…
Selecting Cybersecurity Vendors – CISO’s Decision Framework
In an era where cyber threats are growing in sophistication and frequency, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) face immense pressure to select cybersecurity vendors that address immediate technical needs and align with broader business objectives. The rapid evolution of threats,…
React Router Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Spoof Contents & Modify Values
Significant security flaws have been discovered in React Router, a widely-used routing library for React applications, potentially allowing attackers to corrupt content, poison caches, and manipulate pre-rendered data. The vulnerabilities, which impact applications running in Framework mode with server-side rendering…
FastCGI Library Vulnerability Exposes Embedded Devices to Code Execution Attacks
A critical vulnerability in the FastCGI library could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on embedded devices. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-23016 with a CVSS score of 9.3, affects all FastCGI fcgi2 (aka fcgi) versions 2.x through 2.4.4 and poses…
Assessing Third-Party Vendor Risks – CISO Best Practices
Third-party vendors are indispensable to modern enterprises, offering specialized services, cost efficiencies, and scalability. However, they also introduce significant cybersecurity risks that can compromise sensitive data, disrupt operations, and damage organizational reputation. For Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), effectively assessing…
Storm-1977 Hackers Compromised 200+ Crypto Mining Containers Using AzureChecker CLI Tool
A sophisticated threat actor group, tracked as Storm-1977, has successfully compromised more than 200 containers and repurposed them for cryptocurrency mining operations, using a custom Command Line Interface (CLI) tool known as AzureChecker. The attacks primarily targeted cloud tenants in…
Hackers Selling Advanced Stealthy HiddenMiner Malware on Dark Web Forums
A new threat actor is offering an enhanced version of HiddenMiner, a sophisticated cryptomining malware targeting Monero (XMR) cryptocurrency. This customized tool, being sold on underground forums, combines advanced evasion techniques with an accessible user interface, potentially lowering the barrier…
CISA Warns Planet Technology Network Products Let Attackers Manipulate Devices
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a critical advisory warning of multiple high-severity vulnerabilities in Planet Technology network products that could allow attackers to gain administrative control over affected devices without authentication. The advisory details five vulnerabilities…
Securing IoT Devices – CISO’s Strategic Resource Guide
The Internet of Things (IoT) has fundamentally transformed organizations’ operations, unlocking unprecedented efficiencies, insights, and innovation across industries. From healthcare to manufacturing, logistics to smart cities, billions of connected devices now collect, process, and transmit vast amounts of data in…
Fog Ransomware Directory With Active Directory Exploitation Tools & Scripts Uncovered
Cybersecurity analysts have uncovered an open directory linked to the Fog ransomware group, revealing a comprehensive toolkit used by threat actors to compromise corporate networks. The directory, discovered in December 2024 and hosted at IP address 194.48.154.79:80, contains an arsenal…
Reducing Cyber Insurance Costs – CISO Proactive Measures
The cybersecurity insurance landscape is evolving rapidly, with premiums increasing as threats become more sophisticated and breaches more costly. Navigating this changing environment presents both challenges and opportunities for CISOs and security leaders. Recent industry data indicates that organizations implementing…
New iOS Critical Vulnerability That Could Brick iPhones With a Single Line of Code
A critical vulnerability in iOS could allow malicious applications to disable iPhones with just a single line of code permanently. The vulnerability, assigned CVE-2025-24091, leverages the operating system’s Darwin notifications system to trigger an endless reboot cycle, effectively “bricking” devices…
Cyber Security Company CEO Arrested for Installing Malware Onto Hospital Computers
Jeffrey Bowie, CEO of cybersecurity firm Veritaco, was arrested on April 14, 2025, facing two counts of violating Oklahoma’s Computer Crimes Act for allegedly installing malware on computers at St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City. The incident, which occurred on…
400+ SAP NetWeaver Devices Vulnerable to 0-Day Attacks that Exploited in the Wild
Shadow Servers have identified 454 SAP NetWeaver systems vulnerable to a critical zero-day vulnerability that has been actively exploited in the wild. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-31324, allows unauthenticated attackers to upload malicious files to affected systems, potentially leading to…
Weekly Cyber Security News Letter – Last Week’s Top Cyber Attacks & Vulnerabilities
In today’s hyper-connected world, cyber threats are evolving at breakneck speed, making it more crucial than ever to stay informed and vigilant. Each week, our newsletter delivers a curated roundup of the most pressing news, expert insights, and actionable strategies…
Critical IXON VPN Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Gain Access to Windows & Linux Systems
A recent security assessment by Shelltrail has uncovered three critical vulnerabilities in the IXON VPN client, potentially allowing attackers to escalate privileges on both Windows and Linux systems. Identified as CVE-2025-ZZZ-01, CVE-2025-ZZZ-02, and CVE-2025-ZZZ-03, these flaws expose users to local…
MDR vs. Traditional Security Operations: What’s Right For Your Penetration Testing Team?
In the ever-changing world of cybersecurity, organizations are constantly challenged to choose the right security operations model that best supports their penetration testing teams. The decision often comes down to selecting between traditional security operations and the more advanced Managed…