The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has extended its contract with MITRE Corporation, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program, a cornerstone of global cybersecurity that was hours away from losing federal funding.…
Tag: Cyber Security News
APT29 Hackers Employs GRAPELOADER in New Attack Against European Diplomats
A sophisticated phishing campaign by Russian-linked threat group APT29 has been actively targeting European diplomatic entities since January 2025, according to a recent security report. The campaign, believed to be a continuation of previous operations that utilized the WINELOADER backdoor,…
Hackers Exploiting NTLM Spoofing Vulnerability in Wild to Compromise Systems
Cybercriminals have been actively exploiting a critical vulnerability in Windows systems, identified as CVE-2025-24054. This vulnerability leverages NTLM hash disclosure through spoofing techniques. This vulnerability, related to NTLM (New Technology LAN Manager) authentication protocols, has become a significant threat, enabling…
Securing SaaS Applications – Best Practices for CISO Oversight
As organizations increasingly migrate to cloud-based software solutions, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) face the complex challenge of securing Software as a Service (SaaS) applications across their enterprise. The rapid adoption of SaaS has created a dynamic security landscape in…
Hacktivist Turns More Sophisticated Targeting Critical Infrastructure to Deploy Ransomware
Hacktivist groups are rapidly evolving beyond their traditional tactics of DDoS attacks and website defacements into far more sophisticated operations targeting critical infrastructure and deploying ransomware. This alarming shift represents a significant escalation in the threat landscape, as ideologically motivated…
Threat Intelligence Feeds Flood Analysts With Data, But Context Still Lacking
In the digital age, organizations face a relentless barrage of cyber threats, ranging from sophisticated nation-state attacks to opportunistic ransomware campaigns. To keep pace, security teams have turned to threat intelligence feeds—automated streams of data that provide real-time information about…
How CISOs Can Create a Culture of Cybersecurity Accountability
In the modern business landscape, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT problem; it has become a core business concern that requires a culture of cybersecurity accountability at every organizational level. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated and frequent, the…
Automating Threat Intelligence: Tools And Techniques For 2025
As cyber threats continue to grow in both scale and sophistication, organizations in 2025 are increasingly relying on automation to transform their threat intelligence (TI) operations. Automated threat intelligence leverages artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and orchestration platforms to…
Hackers Revealed the Exploit Method Used to Hack 4chan Messageboard
Following yesterday’s major security breach of the controversial imageboard 4chan, hackers have publicly revealed the sophisticated exploit method used to gain access to the site’s backend systems. The attack, which took the platform offline for several hours, has exposed sensitive…
CVE Foundation Launched To Ensure Long-term Vulnerability Tracking
The newly established CVE Foundation has been formally launched to safeguard the long-term continuity, stability, and independence of the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Program. This move comes as the CVE Program, a 25-year foundational pillar of cybersecurity, faces unprecedented…
Hackers Abuse Node.js to Deliver Malware – Microsoft Warns
Attackers are increasingly exploiting Node.js, a widely trusted, open-source JavaScript runtime, to deliver sophisticated malware, steal sensitive data, and compromise entire systems. Recent campaigns observed since late 2024 have showcased a shift in attacker tactics. They leverage Node.js both for direct script…
Chinese UNC5174 Actors Added New Open Source Tool & C2 Infrastructure to Their Arsenal
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a significant evolution in the tactics of the Chinese threat group UNC5174, which has incorporated a new open-source tool and command-and-control (C2) infrastructure into their malicious operations. The group, known for targeting government institutions and critical…
Oracle Security Update – Patch for 378 Vulnerabilities Including Remote Exploits
Oracle released its April 2025 Critical Patch Update (CPU), addressing 378 new security vulnerabilities across its extensive product portfolio. The quarterly security update, announced on Wednesday, contains patches for numerous high-risk flaws, many of which could potentially allow remote exploitation…
Why Phishing Remains the #1 Cyber Threat & How to Stop It
Phishing is the most prevalent and damaging cyber threat facing organizations and individuals worldwide. Despite technological advancements in cybersecurity, phishing attacks have persisted and evolved, exploiting human psychology and digital defense gaps. Phishing’s simplicity, adaptability, and high success rate make…
Authorities Dismantled 4 Encrypted Cyber Criminals Communication Platforms
Law enforcement agencies across Europe and Türkiye have successfully dismantled four major encrypted communication platforms used extensively by criminal networks. The coordinated takedown, codenamed Operation BULUT (meaning “cloud” in Turkish), has resulted in 232 arrests and the seizure of assets…
Motorious 4chan Forum Hacked and the Internal Data Leaked
The notorious online message board 4chan experienced a significant security breach, with hackers reportedly accessing and leaking sensitive internal data including source code, moderator information, and administrative tools. The site was taken offline for several hours as administrators attempted to…
Why Threat Intelligence is Crucial for Modern Cyber Defense
As cyberattacks become more sophisticated and frequent, organizations face unprecedented risks to their digital assets, reputations, and operational continuity. Cybercrime costs are rising rapidly, underscoring the urgent need for proactive defense mechanisms. Threat intelligence has emerged as a critical tool…
Incident Response Teams Call For Unified Logging Standards In Breach Scenarios
In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, incident response teams are increasingly advocating for unified logging standards to effectively combat security breaches. The absence of standardized logging practices creates significant blind spots, hampering swift detection and response to potential threats. With…
Windows 11 Escalation Vulnerability Let Attackers Gain Admin Access Within 300 Milliseconds
A critical vulnerability in Windows 11 allowed attackers to escalate from a low-privileged user to full system administrator rights in just 300 milliseconds. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-24076, exploits a weakness in Windows 11’s “Mobile devices” feature through a sophisticated…
Using Threat Intelligence To Combat Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) represent some of the most sophisticated cyber threats organizations face today. Unlike conventional attacks, APTs involve stealthy, persistent adversaries who establish long-term footholds in networks to extract valuable data or cause significant damage. In the current…