A SentinelLABS investigation has revealed that businesses linked to the Chinese advanced persistent threat (APT) group Hafnium, also known as Silk Typhoon, have submitted more than ten patents for highly intrusive forensics and data exfiltration methods. These patents, registered by…
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NOVABLIGHT Masquerades as Educational Tool to Steal Login Credentials and Compromise Crypto Wallets
A newly analyzed Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) infostealer, NOVABLIGHT, has emerged as a significant cybersecurity threat, targeting unsuspecting users with advanced data theft capabilities. Developed and sold by the Sordeal Group, a threat actor demonstrating French-language proficiency, NOVABLIGHT is marketed as an…
Researchers Exploit 0-Day Flaws in Retired Netgear Router and BitDefender Box
Cybersecurity researchers successfully exploited critical zero-day vulnerabilities in two discontinued network security devices during DistrictCon’s inaugural Junkyard competition in February, earning runner-up recognition for Most Innovative Exploitation Technique. The findings highlight the persistent security risks posed by end-of-life hardware that…
UNC2891 Hackers Breach ATMs Using Raspberry Pi Devices for Network Access
A Raspberry Pi device that was directly attached to an internal network switch was used by the financially motivated threat actor group UNC2891 to breach ATM networks in a sophisticated cyber campaign that targeted banking infrastructure. This embedded hardware, equipped…
Critical SUSE Manager Vulnerability Allows Remote Command Execution as Root
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in SUSE Manager that enables attackers to execute arbitrary commands with root privileges without any authentication. The flaw, designated as CVE-2025-46811, represents a severe threat to organizations using affected SUSE Manager deployments and…
North Korean APT Hackers Compromise CI/CD Pipelines to Steal Sensitive Data
Sonatype’s automated malware detection systems have exposed a large-scale and ongoing cyber infiltration campaign orchestrated by the North Korea-backed Lazarus Group, also known as Hidden Cobra. Between January and July 2025, Sonatype identified and blocked 234 unique malware packages attributed…
CrushFTP Hit by Critical 0-Day RCE Vulnerability – Full Technical Details and PoC Published
Security researchers have disclosed a critical zero-day vulnerability in CrushFTP, a popular file transfer server solution, that allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on affected systems without authentication. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-54309, has been assigned a maximum CVSS score of…
Palo Alto Networks Announces $25 Billion Acquisition of CyberArk
Cybersecurity giant Palo Alto Networks announced a landmark $25 billion acquisition of identity security leader CyberArk on July 30, 2025, marking the company’s formal entry into the rapidly growing Identity Security market. The strategic combination represents a significant premium and…
Hackers Allegedly Breach Nokia’s Internal Network
A cybercriminal group has allegedly infiltrated Nokia’s internal network through a vulnerable third-party contractor, potentially exposing sensitive information belonging to more than 94,500 employees in what security experts are calling one of the most extensive corporate data breaches affecting the…
Hackers Deploy Cobalt Strike Beacon Using GitHub and Social Media
A sophisticated cyberattack campaign disrupted the Russian IT industry and entities in several other countries, leveraging advanced evasion techniques to deploy the notorious Cobalt Strike Beacon. Attackers ingeniously concealed payload information within user profiles on platforms like GitHub, Microsoft Learn…
Qilin Ransomware Uses TPwSav.sys Driver to Bypass EDR Security Measures
Cybercriminals affiliated with the Qilin ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation have demonstrated advanced evasion techniques by exploiting a previously undocumented vulnerable driver, TPwSav.sys, to disable Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems through a bring-your-own-vulnerable-driver (BYOVD) attack. First observed in July 2022, Qilin…
Threat Actors Use LNK Files to Deploy RedLoader Malware on Windows Systems
Sophos analysts have identified a novel infection chain employed by the financially motivated cybercriminal group GOLD BLADE, also known as RedCurl, Red Wolf, and Earth Kapre, to deploy their custom RedLoader malware on Windows systems. This group, active since 2018…
New Spear Phishing Attack Distributes VIP Keylogger Through Email Attachment
Threat actors have revived the sophisticated VIP keylogger malware, previously detailed in an earlier white paper for its use of spear-phishing and steganography to infiltrate systems and steal data from web browsers and user credentials. This iteration introduces an AutoIt-based…
Researchers Reveal North Korean Threat Actors’ Tactics for Uncovering Illicit Access
Cybersecurity researchers from Flashpoint have exposed the intricate tactics employed by North Korean threat actors to infiltrate global organizations through remote work vulnerabilities. These operatives, affiliated with the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), masquerade as legitimate freelance developers, IT…
LLM Honeypots Can Deceive Threat Actors into Exposing Binaries and Known Exploits
Large language model (LLM)-powered honeypots are becoming increasingly complex instruments for luring and examining threat actors in the rapidly changing field of cybersecurity. A recent deployment using Beelzebub, a low-code honeypot framework, demonstrated how such systems can simulate vulnerable SSH…
Apple Patches Multiple Vulnerabilities, Including Safari Vulnerability Abused in Chrome 0-Day Attacks
Apple has released a comprehensive set of security updates across its entire product ecosystem on July 29, 2025, addressing multiple vulnerabilities including a critical Safari flaw that was reportedly exploited in Chrome zero-day attacks. The updates span iOS, iPadOS, macOS,…
Microsoft SharePoint Server 0-Day Exploit Targets African Treasury, Companies, and University
A sophisticated zero-day exploit campaign targeting unpatched vulnerabilities in Microsoft SharePoint Server has compromised approximately 400 organizations worldwide, with potential for a far higher victim count due to underreporting and delayed detections. The attacks, first identified last week by Dutch…
APT Hackers Target Maritime and Shipping Industry for Ransomware Attacks
The maritime sector, which facilitates approximately 90% of international trade, is facing an unprecedented surge in sophisticated cyberattacks from advanced persistent threat (APT) groups, ransomware operators, and hacktivists, driven by escalating geopolitical conflicts. According to a recent Cyble intelligence report,…
Dropbox Passwords Service Ending: Export Your Vault Before Oct 28, 2025
Dropbox has announced the discontinuation of its Passwords service, giving users until October 28, 2025, to export their stored credentials before the feature is permanently shut down. The cloud storage company is phasing out the password management tool as part…
Lazarus Group Enhances Malware with New OtterCookie Payload Delivery Technique
The Contagious Interview campaign conducted by the Lazarus Group continues to expand its capabilities. We have observed an exponential evolution in the delivery mechanisms for the campaign’s main payloads: BeaverTail, InvisibleFerret, and OtterCookie. In this article, we will discuss the…
BeyondTrust Privilege Management Flaw Lets Hackers Escalate System Access
BeyondTrust has disclosed a critical privilege escalation vulnerability in its Privilege Management for Windows solution that could allow local authenticated attackers to gain administrator-level access to compromised systems. The security flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-2297, affects versions before 25.4.270.0 and carries a…
WordPress Theme Security Vulnerability Enables to Execute Arbitrary Code Remotely
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in the popular “Alone” WordPress theme that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely and potentially take complete control of affected websites. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-5394, affects the charity and non-profit…
New Gunra Ransomware Linux Variant Launches 100 Encryption Threads with Partial Encryption Feature
The new Gunra group has expanded its attack surface beyond Windows PCs by releasing a Linux version of their virus, which was initially discovered in April 2025. This is a major uptick in the ransomware ecosystem. This development underscores the…
New JSCEAL Attack Aims to Steal Credentials and Wallets from Crypto App Users
Check Point Research (CPR) has identified a sophisticated malware campaign dubbed JSCEAL, which targets users of cryptocurrency trading applications through malicious advertisements and compiled JavaScript payloads. Active since at least March 2024, the operation has evolved to incorporate advanced anti-analysis…
ChatGPT Agent Defeats Cloudflare’s ‘I Am Not a Robot’ Security Check
In a significant development that highlights both the advancing capabilities of AI and potential vulnerabilities in web security systems, a ChatGPT-powered agent has successfully bypassed Cloudflare’s widely-used “I am not a robot” verification system. The breakthrough, demonstrated through automated interactions…
CISA and FBI Release Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures of the Scattered Spider Hacker Group
The joint Cybersecurity Advisory AA23-320A, collaboratively issued by agencies such as the FBI, CISA, RCMP, ASD’s ACSC, AFP, CCCS, and NCSC-UK, serves as a critical update on the Scattered Spider cybercriminal group. Originally published in November 2023 and revised multiple…
Severe Vulnerability in AI Vibe Lets Attackers Access Private User Applications
A critical security vulnerability in the popular AI-powered development platform Base44 allowed unauthorized attackers to bypass authentication controls and gain access to private enterprise applications, according to a new report from Wiz Research. The flaw, which has since been patched,…
Free Decryptor Released for AI-Powered FunkSec Ransomware
Researchers at Avast have unveiled a free decryptor tool for victims of the FunkSec ransomware, marking a significant step in combating this now-defunct malware strain. Developed in collaboration with law-enforcement agencies, the decryptor enables affected users to recover encrypted files…
Hackers Target SAP NetWeaver to Deploy New Auto-Color Linux Malware
Cybersecurity researchers at Darktrace have uncovered a sophisticated attack targeting a US-based chemicals company, marking the first observed instance of threat actors exploiting SAP NetWeaver vulnerabilities to deploy Auto-Color backdoor malware. The incident, which occurred over three days in April…
Enterprise LLMs Vulnerable to Prompt-Based Attacks Leading to Data Breaches
Security researchers have discovered alarming vulnerabilities in enterprise Large Language Model (LLM) applications that could allow attackers to bypass authentication systems and access sensitive corporate data through sophisticated prompt injection techniques. The findings reveal that many organizations deploying AI-powered chatbots…
New Microsoft Guidance Targets Defense Against Indirect Prompt Injection
Microsoft has unveiled new guidance addressing one of the most pressing security challenges facing enterprise AI deployments: indirect prompt injection attacks. This emerging threat vector has become the top entry in the OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications & Generative…
Chrome Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Hijack Memory and Run Malicious Code
Google has released an emergency security update for its Chrome browser to address critical vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to hijack system memory and execute malicious code on affected devices. The Stable channel has been updated to version 138.0.7204.183/.184 for…
Orange Hit by Cyberattack, Internal Systems Hacked
French telecommunications giant Orange confirmed it suffered a significant cyberattack on Friday, July 25th, targeting one of its critical information systems. The incident has disrupted services for business customers and some consumer services, primarily affecting operations in France as the…
Qilin Ransomware Gains Momentum with Legal Assistance Option for Affiliates
The Qilin ransomware gang has introduced a “Call Lawyer” feature for its affiliates, announced on a Russian-speaking darknet forum. This Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) enhancement provides on-demand legal assistance during extortion negotiations, leveraging the perceived authority of legal counsel to amplify pressure…
Android Banking Malware Masquerades as Government Agencies to Attack Users
Cyble Research and Intelligence Labs (CRIL) has uncovered a sophisticated Android banking trojan dubbed RedHook, which disguises itself as legitimate applications from Vietnamese government and financial institutions to deceive users. This malware, first observed in the wild around January 2025,…
ToxicPanda Android Banking Malware Compromises Over 4,500 Devices to Harvest Banking Credentials
The ToxicPanda Android banking trojan has emerged as a significant threat, compromising over 4,500 devices primarily in Portugal and Spain as of early 2025, with a focus on stealing banking credentials, overlaying PIN and pattern codes, and enabling unauthorized transactions.…
Unveiling 0bj3ctivityStealer’s Execution Chain: New Capabilities and Exfiltration Techniques Exposed
In the ever-evolving infostealer landscape, 0bj3ctivityStealer emerges as a formidable threat, blending advanced obfuscation with targeted data exfiltration. Discovered earlier this year by HP Wolf Security researchers, this .NET-based malware has been observed in proactive threat hunting by the Trellix…
Qwins Ltd: Bulletproof Hosting Provider Powering Global Malware Campaigns
Security researchers may have discovered a reliable hosting company run by Qwins Ltd. that supports a broad range of international malware operations in a recent analysis resulting from standard follow-up on Lumma infostealer infections. Lumma, consistently ranking among the top…
New XWorm V6 Variant with Anti-Analysis Features Targeting Windows Users in Active Attacks
Netskope Threat Labs has uncovered a new iteration of the XWorm malware, version 6.0, which demonstrates ongoing development by threat actors and introduces sophisticated enhancements aimed at evading detection and maintaining persistence on Windows systems. This variant builds upon previously…
Lazarus Subgroup ‘TraderTraitor’ Targets Cloud Platforms and Contaminates Supply Chains
The North Korean state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) known as TraderTraitor, a subgroup of the notorious Lazarus Group, has emerged as a formidable actor specializing in digital asset heists. Tracked under aliases such as UNC4899, Jade Sleet, TA444, and Slow…
Unveiling the Lumma Password Stealer Attack: Infection Chain and Escalation Tactics Exposed
Lumma, a sophisticated C++-based information stealer, has surged in prevalence over recent years, posing significant risks to both individuals and organizations by exfiltrating sensitive data such as browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and personal files. Developed since December 2022 and distributed…
SquareX Discloses Architectural Limitations Of Browser DevTools In Debugging Malicious Extensions
Palo Alto, California, July 29th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Despite the expanding use of browser extensions, the majority of enterprises and individuals still rely on labels such as “Verified” and “Chrome Featured” provided by extension stores as a security indicator. The recent…
Critical CodeIgniter Flaw Exposes Millions of Web Apps to File Upload Attacks
A critical security vulnerability in CodeIgniter4’s ImageMagick handler has been discovered that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary commands on affected web applications through malicious file uploads. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-54418, has been assigned a maximum CVSS score of…
Gemini CLI Vulnerability Allows Silent Execution of Malicious Commands on Developer Systems
Security researchers at Tracebit have discovered a critical vulnerability in Google’s Gemini CLI that enables attackers to silently execute malicious commands on developers’ systems through a sophisticated combination of prompt injection, improper validation, and misleading user interface design. The vulnerability,…
PyPI Alerts Developers to New Phishing Attack Using Fake PyPI Site
Python developers are being warned about a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting users of the Python Package Index (PyPI) through fraudulent emails and a deceptive clone of the official repository website. While PyPI’s infrastructure remains secure, attackers are exploiting developer trust…
Apple Introduces Containerization Feature for Seamless Kali Linux Integration on macOS
Apple has unveiled a groundbreaking containerization feature that enables seamless integration of Kali Linux on macOS systems, marking a significant advancement in cross-platform development capabilities. Announced during WWDC 2025, this innovative technology brings Linux containerization directly to Apple’s ecosystem, offering…
Researchers Reveal Technical Details of SonicWall SMA100 Series N-Day Vulnerabilities
Security researchers have disclosed technical details of three previously patched vulnerabilities affecting SonicWall’s SMA100 series SSL-VPN appliances, highlighting concerning pre-authentication security flaws that could have enabled remote code execution and cross-site scripting attacks. The vulnerabilities, all confirmed against firmware version…
Microsoft Teams Introduces New Join Bar to Help Users Join Meetings on Time
Microsoft Teams is rolling out a new meeting join banner designed to streamline the meeting experience for users who have committed to attending scheduled sessions. The feature, which launched in mid-July 2025, represents the company’s continued effort to enhance productivity…
Linux 6.16 Released with Performance and Networking Enhancements
Linux creator Linus Torvalds announced the release of Linux kernel version 6.16 on July 27, 2025, marking the end of what he described as a “nice and calm” development cycle. The latest stable release brings numerous performance improvements, networking enhancements,…
Lionishackers Exfiltrate Sensitive Corporate Databases for Sale on the Dark Web
Outpost24’s threat intelligence researchers have uncovered the operations of Lionishackers, a financially motivated cyber threat actor specializing in the exfiltration and illicit sale of corporate databases. This group employs an opportunistic approach to target selection, with a notable preference for…
New macOS Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Steal Private Files by Bypassing TCC
Microsoft Threat Intelligence has uncovered a critical macOS vulnerability that enables attackers to bypass Apple’s Transparency, Consent, and Control (TCC) framework, potentially exposing sensitive user data including files protected by privacy controls and information cached by Apple Intelligence. Vulnerability Overview…
Hackers Exploit IIS Servers with New Web Shell Script for Full Remote Control
Security researchers have examined a complex online shell script called UpdateChecker.aspx that was installed on compromised Internet Information Services (IIS) servers in response to a notable increase in cyberthreats directed at Microsoft Windows installations. This analysis stems from a follow-up…
Threat Actors Use Phishing to Target Belgian Grand Prix Fans and Teams
Cybersecurity experts have pointed to an increase in sophisticated threat actor activity following the July 27 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps, which takes advantage of the event’s worldwide attraction. Formula 1’s reliance on advanced telemetry systems, which process real-time…
CISA Issues Alert on PaperCut RCE Vulnerability Under Active Exploitation
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a critical PaperCut vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, warning organizations of active exploitation attempts targeting the widely-used print management software. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2023-2533, represents a significant…
GitHub Outage Hits Users Globally, Core Services Unavailable
GitHub experienced a significant global outage on July 28-29, 2025, disrupting core services used by millions of developers worldwide. The incident, which lasted approximately eight hours, affected API requests, Issues, and Pull Requests functionality before being fully resolved early Tuesday…
CISA Issues Alert on Cisco Identity Services Engine Flaw Exploited in Active Attacks
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a critical security alert regarding severe vulnerabilities in Cisco’s Identity Services Engine (ISE) that are being actively exploited by threat actors. The agency added two critical injection vulnerabilities to its Known…
PoC Exploit Published for Actively Exploited Cisco Identity Services Engine Flaw
Security researchers have published a detailed proof-of-concept exploit for a critical vulnerability in Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) that allows attackers to achieve remote code execution without authentication. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-20281, affects the widely-deployed network access control platform…
UNC3886 Exploits Multiple 0-Day Bugs in VMware vCenter, ESXi, and Fortinet FortiOS
The advanced persistent threat group UNC3886 has escalated its sophisticated cyber espionage campaign by exploiting multiple zero-day vulnerabilities across critical infrastructure platforms, including VMware vCenter, ESXi hypervisors, and Fortinet FortiOS systems. This revelation comes as Singapore’s Coordinating Minister for National…
Aeroflot Hit by Year‑Long Cyber Operation That Allegedly Wiped 7,000 Servers
Russia’s flagship carrier Aeroflot is reeling from a devastating cyberattack that pro-Ukraine hacking groups claim wiped approximately 7,000 servers and stole over 20 terabytes of sensitive data during a year-long clandestine operation. The airline was forced to cancel dozens of…
ArmouryLoader Bypasses Security Protections to Inject Malicious Code
ArmouryLoader and other malicious code loaders have become essential tools for introducing Trojan-type payloads into hacked systems in the ever-changing world of cyberattacks. First identified in 2024, ArmouryLoader exploits the ASUS Armoury Crate software by hijacking its export functions, such…
ToolShell: Uncovering Five Critical Vulnerabilities in Microsoft SharePoint
Security researchers from Kaspersky have detailed a sophisticated exploit chain dubbed “ToolShell,” actively targeting on-premise Microsoft SharePoint servers worldwide. The campaign, which began widespread exploitation leverages an unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE) chain involving CVE-2025-49704 and CVE-2025-49706, enabling attackers to…
Oyster Backdoor Disguised as PuTTY and KeyPass Targets IT Admins via SEO Poisoning
Threat actors have been using trojanized versions of well-known IT tools like PuTTY and WinSCP to spread the Oyster backdoor, also known as Broomstick or CleanupLoader, in a sophisticated malvertising and SEO poisoning campaign that Arctic Wolf researchers first noticed…
Chinese Hackers Exploit Software Vulnerabilities to Breach Targeted Systems
China’s Cyberspace Administration, Ministry of Public Security, and Ministry of Industry and Information Technology introduced the Regulations on the Management of Network Product Security Vulnerabilities (RMSV) in July 2021, mandating that software vulnerabilities exploitable flaws in code be reported to…
UNC3886 Hackers Target Singapore’s Critical Infrastructure by Exploiting 0-Day Vulnerabilities
Singapore’s critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, water, telecommunications, finance, and government services, are facing an active cyberattack from UNC3886, a sophisticated China-linked advanced persistent threat (APT) group renowned for leveraging zero-day exploits and custom malware. First identified by Mandiant in…
Raven Stealer Malware Exploits Telegram to Steal Logins, Payment Data, and Autofill Info
Raven Stealer has emerged as sophisticated, lightweight information-stealing malware crafted in Delphi and C++, targeting Windows systems with a focus on extracting sensitive data like logins, payment details, and autofill information from Chromium-based browsers such as Chrome and Edge. First…
10 Best Ethical Hacking Service Providers in 2025
In 2025, the demand for sophisticated ethical hacking services has intensified, driven by the rapid evolution of digital infrastructure and increasingly cunning cyber adversaries. Organizations are moving beyond periodic checks towards continuous security validation, seeking partners who offer deep technical…
NPM ‘is’ Package with 2.8M Weekly Downloads Exploited in Attack on Developers
The popular npm package ‘is’, which has about 2.8 million weekly downloads, has been taken over by threat actors in a sophisticated escalation of a phishing effort that was first disclosed last Friday. The attack began with emails spoofing npm’s…
LLM Honeypots Deceive Hackers into Exposing Attack Methods
Cybersecurity researchers have successfully deployed artificial intelligence-powered honeypots to trick cybercriminals into revealing their attack strategies, demonstrating a promising new approach to threat intelligence gathering. The innovative technique uses large language models (LLMs) to create convincing fake systems that lure…
Android Malware-as-a-Service Gets Cheaper, Packing 2FA Interception
Malware-as-a-service (MaaS) platforms like PhantomOS and Nebula are democratizing Android device attacks because they provide pre-built, subscription-based malware kits for as little as $300 per month, marking a fundamental shift in the cybercrime scene. These services eliminate the need for…
Atomic macOS Stealer Upgraded with Remote Access Backdoor
The Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS), a notorious infostealer malware targeting Apple’s macOS ecosystem, has undergone a significant upgrade by incorporating a sophisticated backdoor mechanism that facilitates persistent access and remote command execution on infected systems. This enhancement, detailed in a…
Inside Muddled Libra’s Playbook: Call Center Attacks for Initial Breach
Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42, the cybercrime group tracked as Muddled Libra also known as Scattered Spider or UNC3944 has demonstrated remarkable resilience and adaptation in 2025, following international law enforcement disruptions in late 2024. Despite federal charges against five…
Inside Laundry Bear: Unveiling Infrastructure, Tactics, and Procedures
Dutch intelligence agencies AIVD and MIVD, alongside Microsoft Threat Intelligence, have identified Laundry Bear also tracked as Void Blizzard as a sophisticated Russian state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) group active since at least April 2024. This actor has focused on…
Women’s Dating App “Tea” Data Leak Exposes 13,000 User Selfies
Tea, a women-only dating safety app that allows users to review and share information about men they’ve dated anonymously, has suffered a significant data breach that exposed approximately 72,000 user images, including 13,000 sensitive selfies and photo identification documents submitted…
Threat Actors Claim Breach of Airpay Payment Gateway
Cybercriminals have reportedly claimed a successful breach of Airpay, an Indian payment gateway service, raising serious concerns about the security of financial data and customer information. The allegations surfaced on underground forums where threat actors are allegedly offering access to…
400,000 WordPress Websites Exposed by Post SMTP Plugin Vulnerability
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in the popular Post SMTP plugin for WordPress, potentially exposing over 400,000 websites to account takeover attacks. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-24000, affects versions 3.2.0 and below of the plugin, allowing even low-privileged…
Hackers Breach Intelligence Portal Used by the CIA and Other Agencies
Unidentified hackers have successfully compromised a critical intelligence website operated by the National Reconnaissance Office, marking a significant security breach affecting the CIA and multiple government agencies. The attack targeted the Acquisition Research Center website, which serves as a crucial…
Leak Zone Dark Web Forum Breach Exposes 22 Million User IPs and Locations
A significant data breach has exposed sensitive information about users of Leakzone, a prominent dark web forum known for trading hacking tools and compromised accounts. Security firm UpGuard discovered an unprotected Elasticsearch database containing approximately 22 million web request records,…
SHUYAL Emerges: Stealing Login Credentials from 19 Major Browsers
A sophisticated new information stealer named SHUYAL was recently discovered by Hybrid Analysis. It has demonstrated extensive capabilities in credential extraction from 19 different web browsers, including popular ones like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, Brave, and Yandex, as well…
LG Innotek Camera Flaws Could Give Hackers Full Admin Access
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in LG Innotek’s LNV5110R CCTV camera model that could allow remote attackers to gain complete administrative control over affected devices. The vulnerability, designated as CVE-2025-7742, represents a significant authentication bypass flaw that poses…
New “ToolShell” Exploit Targets SharePoint Servers for Full Takeover
FortiGuard Labs has identified a critical new exploit chain dubbed “ToolShell” that is actively being used by multiple threat actors to target on-premises Microsoft SharePoint servers. This sophisticated attack combines two previously patched vulnerabilities with two fresh zero-day variants to…
Critical Salesforce Tableau Flaws Allow Remote Code Execution – Patch Immediately!
Salesforce has disclosed a series of critical security vulnerabilities in its Tableau Server platform that could allow attackers to execute remote code and gain unauthorized access to production databases. The vulnerabilities, announced on June 26, 2025, affect multiple versions of…
Critical Salesforce Flaws Allow Remote Code Execution – Patch Immediately!
Salesforce has disclosed a series of critical security vulnerabilities in its Tableau Server platform that could allow attackers to execute remote code and gain unauthorized access to production databases. The vulnerabilities, announced on June 26, 2025, affect multiple versions of…
Hackers Exploit Official Gaming Mouse Software to Spread Windows-based Xred Malware
Gaming peripheral manufacturer Endgame Gear has disclosed a security incident involving malware-infected software distributed through their official website, affecting users who downloaded the OP1w 4k v2 mouse configuration tool between June 26 and July 9, 2025. The company has issued…
Microsoft Investigates Leak in Early Warning System Used by Chinese Hackers to Exploit SharePoint Vulnerabilities
Chinese laws requiring vulnerability disclosure to the government create transparency issues and potential conflicts for international cybersecurity efforts. Microsoft is probing whether a leak from its confidential early warning system enabled Chinese state-sponsored hackers to exploit significant flaws in its…
Arizona Woman Sentenced for Aiding North Korean IT Workers in Cyber Operations
Christina Marie Chapman, a 50-year-old Arizona woman, has been sentenced to 102 months in prison for her role in an elaborate fraud scheme that helped North Korean IT workers pose as U.S. citizens to obtain remote positions at over 300…
Beware of Fake Error Pages Deploying Platform-Specific Malware on Linux and Windows Systems
Wiz Research has uncovered an active cryptomining campaign, dubbed Soco404, that exploits misconfigurations in PostgreSQL databases and other cloud services to deploy platform-specific malware on both Linux and Windows systems. This operation, part of a broader crypto-scam infrastructure, leverages opportunistic…
New Gunra Ransomware Targets Windows Systems, Encrypts Files, and Erases Shadow Copies
AhnLab’s Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP) has been instrumental in monitoring ransomware activities across dark web forums and marketplaces. Through its Live View > Dark Web Watch feature, security teams can track active groups, their collaborations, and emerging attack vectors, allowing…
Hackers Use Weaponized .HTA Files to Infect Victims with Red Ransomware
CloudSEK’s TRIAD team uncovered an active development site deploying Clickfix-themed malware linked to the Epsilon Red ransomware. This variant deviates from traditional clipboard-based command injection tactics by directing victims to a secondary page on the same domain, where malicious shell…
Fire Ant Hackers Target VMware ESXi and vCenter Flaws to Infiltrate Organizations
Cybersecurity firm Sygnia has been tracking and mitigating a sophisticated espionage operation dubbed Fire Ant, which zeroes in on virtualization and networking infrastructure, particularly VMware ESXi hypervisors and vCenter management servers, alongside network appliances. The threat actors behind Fire Ant…
Hackers Exploit Google Forms to Trick Victims into Stealing Cryptocurrency
Cybercriminals are increasingly using Google Forms to plan cryptocurrency theft in a sophisticated evolution of phishing assaults, taking advantage of the platform’s built-in credibility and smooth integration with Google’s ecosystem. This tactic allows malicious actors to bypass traditional email security…
Fake Indian Banking Apps on Android Steal Login Credentials from Users
A malicious Android application has been uncovered, impersonating legitimate Indian banking apps to orchestrate credential theft, surveillance, and unauthorized financial transactions. This malware employs a modular architecture featuring a dropper and a primary payload, leveraging deceptive user interfaces, silent installation…
Phishing Attack Spoofs Facebook Login Page to Capture Credentials
Cybercriminals are using a variety of dishonest tactics in a sophisticated phishing effort aimed at Facebook users in order to obtain login information. The attack begins with a malicious redirect that leads victims to a fraudulent website mimicking legitimate Facebook…
US Announces $15M Reward for North Korean IT Scheme Leaders
The United States government announced coordinated actions across multiple departments today, offering rewards totaling up to $15 million for information leading to the arrests and convictions of North Korean nationals involved in extensive revenue generation schemes targeting American companies and…
Bloomberg’s Comdb2 Vulnerable to DoS Through Malicious Packets
Cisco Talos’ Vulnerability Discovery & Research team has disclosed five critical security vulnerabilities in Bloomberg’s Comdb2 open-source database that could allow attackers to cause denial-of-service conditions through specially crafted network packets. The vulnerabilities, all affecting version 8.1 of the high-availability…
Critical VGAuth Flaw in VMware Tools Grants Full System Access
Security researchers have uncovered critical vulnerabilities in VMware Tools’ Guest Authentication Service (VGAuth) that allow attackers to escalate privileges from any user account to full SYSTEM access on Windows virtual machines. The flaws, tracked as CVE-2025-22230 and CVE-2025-22247, affect VMware…
Tridium Niagara Framework Flaws Expose Sensitive Network Data
Cybersecurity researchers at Nozomi Networks Labs have discovered 13 critical vulnerabilities in Tridium’s widely-used Niagara Framework, potentially exposing sensitive network data across building management, industrial automation, and smart infrastructure systems worldwide. The vulnerabilities, consolidated into 10 distinct CVEs, could allow…
Malware Campaign Uses YouTube and Discord to Harvest Credentials from Computers
The Acronis Threat Research Unit (TRU) has uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign deploying infostealers like Leet Stealer, its modified variant RMC Stealer, and Sniffer Stealer, leveraging social engineering tactics centered on gaming hype. These threats masquerade as indie game installers,…
New VoIP Botnet Targets Routers Using Default Passwords
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated botnet operation exploiting VoIP-enabled routers through default password attacks, with initial activity concentrated in rural New Mexico before expanding globally to compromise approximately 500 devices. The discovery began when GreyNoise Intelligence engineers noticed an…
New CastleLoader Attack Uses Cloudflare-Themed Clickfix Method to Compromise Windows Systems
A newly identified loader malware dubbed CastleLoader has emerged as a significant threat since early 2025, rapidly evolving into a distribution platform for various information stealers and remote access trojans (RATs). Leveraging sophisticated phishing tactics under T1566 and drive-by compromise…
xonPlus Launches Real-Time Breach Alerting Platform For Enterprise Credential Exposure
Chennai, India, July 25th, 2025, CyberNewsWire xonPlus, a real-time digital risk alerting system, officially launches today to help security teams detect credential exposures before attackers exploit them. The platform detects data breaches and alerts teams and systems to respond instantly.…