C2 frameworks, crucial for post-exploitation operations, offer open-source alternatives to Cobalt Strike. They streamline the management of compromised systems, enable efficient collaboration, and evade detection by providing customizable behaviors. It is a toolset attackers use to control and manage compromised…
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Microsoft Warns Of Vanilla Tempest Hackers Attacking Healthcare Sector
Microsoft has identified a new attack vector employed by the financially motivated threat actor Vanilla Tempest. This actor has been observed leveraging the INC ransomware to target healthcare organizations within the United States. Specifically, Vanilla Tempest is exploiting vulnerabilities in…
Beware Of Fake Captcha Attacks That Delivers Lumma Stealer Malware
In the past four weeks, a significant increase in malware distribution attempts via fake Captcha campaigns has been observed, targeting over 1.4 million users. Lumma Stealer, a hazardous malware designed for data theft, is the primary payload being distributed. Cybercriminals…
Russian Hackers Registering Domains Targeting US Tech Brands
Researchers are tracking a Russian threat actor deploying domains involved in crypto scams targeting the US Presidential Election and tech brands. The scams offer double crypto returns for deposits and are designed to deceive users into sending coins to attacker-controlled…
Critical Arc Browser Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Remote Code
Arc’s Boosts feature lets users customize websites with CSS and JavaScript. While JavaScript Boosts are not shareable to protect security, they are synced across devices for personal use. Misconfigured Firebase ACLs enabled unauthorized users to modify the creatorID of Boosts,…
Flax Typhoon’s Botnet Actively Exploiting 66 Vulnerabilities In Various Devices
The Five Eyes agencies recently released a joint cybersecurity advisory detailing a new botnet, Flax Typhoon, linked to Chinese state-sponsored actors. The advisory highlights the actors’ use of compromised routers and IoT devices to establish a vast botnet capable of…
Multiple 0-Day Flaws in Automated Tank Gauge Systems Threaten Critical Infrastructure
Cybersecurity researchers from BitSight TRACE have uncovered multiple 0-day vulnerabilities in Automated Tank Gauge (ATG) systems, which are integral to managing fuel storage tanks across various critical infrastructures. These vulnerabilities in six ATG systems from five vendors pose significant threats…
MoneyGram Confirms Cyberattack Following Outage
MoneyGram, a leading global money transfer service, has confirmed that it was the victim of a cyberattack, following a significant network outage that disrupted customer services worldwide. The company initially reported an issue with connectivity across several of its systems,…
Kansas County Ransomware Attack Exposed Nearly 30,000 Residents’ Sensitive Data
Franklin County, Kansas, has fallen victim to a ransomware attack that compromised the sensitive data of nearly 30,000 residents. The breach occurred on May 19, 2024, and was not discovered until August 29, 2024. According to a report submitted by…
Researcher Details Cisco Smart Licensing that Lets Attacker Control Device
Cisco disclosed a critical vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-20439, affecting its Smart Licensing Utility. An independent researcher discovered this vulnerability through reverse engineering. It involves a hardcoded static password that could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access and control over affected…
MC2 Data leak Exposes 100 million+ US Citizens Data
Researchers have uncovered a massive data breach at MC2 Data, a prominent background check firm. The breach has exposed sensitive information of over 100 million US citizens, raising serious concerns about data privacy and security. Background Check Firms Under Scrutiny…
Hackers Mimic as Company’s HR to Trick Employees
Hackers are now impersonating company Human Resources (HR) departments to deceive employees into revealing sensitive information. This latest phishing tactic highlights the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, leveraging trust and urgency to exploit corporate environments. In this article, we dissect…
FreeBSD RCE Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Malicious Code
FreeBSD has disclosed a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability affecting its bhyve hypervisor. This vulnerability, CVE-2024-41721, could allow attackers to execute malicious code on the host system. The advisory, which was announced on September 19, 2024, credits Synacktiv with…
macOS Sequoia Update Breaks Multiple Security Tools
Apple’s latest operating system update, macOS 15, also known as Sequoia, has disrupted the functionality of several prominent security tools. Users and developers have taken to social media and Mac-focused Slack channels to express their frustration over the issues caused…
CISA Releases Six Advisories for Industrial Control Systems
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued six advisories concerning vulnerabilities: These advisories highlight critical industrial control system vulnerabilities. Rockwell Automation’s RSLogix 5 and RSLogix 500 software Rockwell Automation’s RSLogix 5 and RSLogix 500 software are vulnerable due…
Hackers Allegedly Claim Breach of Dell Employee Database
A hacking group has allegedly claimed responsibility for breaching the Dell employee database. The claim was made public on a well-known hacking forum, where the group asserted that they had accessed sensitive information belonging to approximately 10,800 Dell employees and…
Hertz Car Rental Platform Leaks 60,000 Insurance Claim Reports
Hertz, a well-known car rental company, has inadvertently exposed over 60,000 insurance claim reports. This breach has raised serious concerns about the company’s data security practices and left customers questioning the safety of their personal information. Discovery of the Breach…
GitLab Urges Organization to Patch for Authentication Bypass Vulnerability
GitLab has issued an urgent call to action for organizations using its platform to patch a critical authentication bypass vulnerability. This security flaw, CVE-2024-45409, affects instances configured with SAML-based authentication. The vulnerability could potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.…
SambaSpy Using Weaponized PDF Files to Attack Windows Users
SambaSpy Attacking Windows Users With Weaponized PDF FilesResearchers discovered a targeted cybercrime campaign in May 2024 that exclusively focused on Italian victims, which was unusual as attackers typically aim for broader targets to increase profits. However, this campaign implemented checks…
Threat Actors Forcing victims Into Entering Login Credentials For Stealing
Recent intelligence indicates a new technique employed by stealers to trick victims into entering credentials directly into a browser, enabling subsequent theft from the browser’s credential store. This method, used in conjunction with StealC malware, was first observed in August…