NodeStealer, initially a JavaScript-based malware, has evolved into a more sophisticated Python-based threat that targets Facebook Ads Manager accounts, stealing sensitive financial and business data in addition to credit card details and browser information. The malware is delivered through spear-phishing…
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Lazarus Hackers Using New VNC Based Malware To Attack Organizations Worldwide
The Lazarus Group has recently employed a sophisticated attack, dubbed “Operation DreamJob,” to target employees in critical sectors like nuclear energy, which involves distributing malicious archive files disguised as legitimate job offers. Once executed, these files unleash a multi-stage infection…
Malicious Apps On Amazon Appstore Records Screen And Interecpt OTP Verifications
A seemingly benign health app, “BMI CalculationVsn,” was found on the Amazon App Store, which secretly collected sensitive user data, including installed app package names and incoming SMS messages, posing a significant privacy threat. The BMI calculator app conceals malicious…
North Korean Hackers Stolen $2.2 Billion from Crypto Platforms in 2024
North Korean hackers are estimated to have stolen a staggering $2.2 billion in 2024, up 21% from 2023. With advanced tactics and increasing sophistication, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has positioned itself as a dominant force in crypto…
17M Patient Records Stolen in Ransomware Attack on Three California Hospitals
A staggering 17 million patient records, containing sensitive personal and medical information, have been stolen in a devastating ransomware attack on PIH Health. The cyberattack, which began on December 1, has disrupted operations at three hospitals: PIH Health Downey Hospital,…
WhatsApp Wins NSO in Pegasus Spyware Hacking Lawsuit After 5 Years
After a prolonged legal battle stretching over five years, WhatsApp has triumphed over NSO Group in a significant lawsuit concerning the use of Pegasus spyware. The verdict, handed down by the United States District Court for the Northern District of…
PentestGPT – A ChatGPT Powered Automated Penetration Testing Tool
GBHackers come across a new ChatGPT-powered Penetration testing Tool called “PentestGPT” that helps penetration testers to automate their pentesting operations. PentestGPT has been released on GitHub under the operator “GreyDGL,” a Ph.D. student at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. It is…
Threat Actors Selling Nunu Stealer On Hacker Forums
A new malware variant called Nunu Stealer is making headlines after being advertised on underground hacker forums and Telegram channels. Priced at $100 per month, this malicious tool is gaining attention for its extensive capabilities and potential to wreak havoc on individuals…
Siemens UMC Vulnerability Allows Arbitrary Remote Code Execution
A critical vulnerability has been identified in Siemens’ User Management Component (UMC), which could allow unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. The flaw, designated CVE-2024-49775, is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability. Siemens has issued Security Advisory SSA-928984 and urges customers…
Foxit PDF Editor Vulnerabilities Allows Remote Code Execution
Foxit Software has issued critical security updates for its widely used PDF solutions, Foxit PDF Reader and Foxit PDF Editor. The updates—Foxit PDF Reader 2024.4 and Foxit PDF Editor 2024.4/13.1.5—were released on December 17, 2024, to counter vulnerabilities that could leave…
Windows 11 Privilege Escalation Vulnerability Lets Attackers Execute Code to Gain Access
Microsoft has swiftly addressed a critical security vulnerability affecting Windows 11 (version 23H2), which could allow local attackers to escalate privileges to the SYSTEM level. Security researcher Alex Birnberg showcased the exploit during the renowned TyphoonPWN 2024 cybersecurity competition, securing…
NetWalker Ransomware Operator Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
A Romanian man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for his involvement in the notorious NetWalker ransomware attacks. The sentencing, which took place in the Middle District of Florida, also included a forfeiture order of $21.5 million in…
CISA Warns of BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access Exploited in Wild
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has sounded the alarm over a critical vulnerability impacting BeyondTrust’s Privileged Remote Access (PRA) and Remote Support (RS) products. This newly uncovered flaw tracked as CVE-2024-12356, could allow attackers to execute malicious commands, posing…
CISA Releases Eight New ICS Advisories to Defend Cyber Attacks
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued eight detailed advisories on vulnerabilities affecting Industrial Control Systems (ICS). These vulnerabilities impact critical software and hardware across various industries, posing risks of service disruption, unauthorized access, and malicious code execution.…
NotLockBit – Previously Unknown Ransomware Attack Windows & macOS
A new and advanced ransomware family, dubbed NotLockBit, has emerged as a significant threat in the cybersecurity landscape, closely mimicking the behavior and tactics of the notorious LockBit ransomware. NotLockBit notably distinguishes itself by being one of the first ransomware…
BADBOX Botnet Hacked 74,000 Android Devices With Customizable Remote Codes
BADBOX is a cybercriminal operation infecting Android devices like TV boxes and smartphones with malware before sale, which are often sold through reputable retailers and pose a significant threat to users due to their pre-installed malicious software, making detection challenging.…
Hackers Weaponizing LNK Files To Create Scheduled Task And Deliver Malware Payload
TA397, also known as Bitter, targeted a Turkish defense organization with a spearphishing email containing a RAR archive, which included a decoy PDF, a malicious LNK file disguised as a PDF, and an ADS file with PowerShell code. This technique,…
Malicious Supply Chain Attacking Moving From npm Community To VSCode Marketplace
Researchers have identified a rise in malicious activity on the VSCode Marketplace, highlighting the vulnerability of the platform to supply chain attacks similar to those previously seen in the npm community. Malicious actors are increasingly exploiting npm packages to distribute…
Beware Of Malicious SharePoint Notifications That Delivers Xloader Malware
Through the use of XLoader and impersonating SharePoint notifications, researchers were able to identify a sophisticated malware delivery campaign. A link that was disguised as a legitimate SharePoint notification was included in the emails that were sent out at the…
Europol Details on How Cyber Criminals Exploit legal businesses for their Economy
Europol has published a groundbreaking report titled “Leveraging Legitimacy: How the EU’s Most Threatening Criminal Networks Abuse Legal Business Structures.” The report uncovers the alarming extent to which organized crime groups exploit legitimate business structures to strengthen their power, evade law…