Tag: credentials
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15,000 Fake TikTok Shop Domains Deliver Malware, Steal Crypto via AI-Driven Scam Campaign
Cybersecurity researchers have lifted the veil on a widespread malicious campaign that’s targeting TikTok Shop users globally with an aim to steal credentials and distribute trojanized apps.”Threat actors are exploiting the official in-app e-commerce platform through a dual attack strategy that combines phishing and malware to target users,” CTM360 said. “The core tactic involves a…
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MCP: securing the backbone of Agentic AI
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, business, ciso, control, credentials, cyber, data, detection, injection, least-privilege, mfa, monitoring, RedTeam, risk, security-incident, service, supply-chain, trainingFour cornerstones for securing MCP servers: CISOs can largely rely on the proven basic principles of cyber security for MCP they just need to adapt them in a few places. Pure checklists fall short here. Instead, a clear, principles-based approach is required. Four central pillars have proven themselves in practice: Strong authentication and clean credential…
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NHIs Continue to Outpace Human Identities and Bump Up Security Risk
Tags: credentialsUnmanaged machine identities have continued to tick up at a rapid clip, furthering a trend that finds non-human identities (NHIs) outpacing human accounts, and, to the chagrin of security experts, exposing credentials, new research on the first half of 2025 reveals. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/nhis-continue-to-outpace-human-identities-and-bump-up-security-risk/
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10 Best Dark Web Monitoring Tools in 2025
Choosing the right dark web monitoring tool is a critical decision for both individuals and organizations seeking to protect their digital assets and identity. With the dark web serving as a hub for illegal data trading, from leaked credentials to intellectual property, a robust monitoring solution is essential for proactive defense. The best tool for…
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New ‘Plague’ PAM Backdoor Exposes Critical Linux Systems to Silent Credential Theft
Tags: access, authentication, backdoor, credentials, cybersecurity, detection, linux, malicious, theftCybersecurity researchers have flagged a previously undocumented Linux backdoor dubbed Plague that has managed to evade detection for a year.”The implant is built as a malicious PAM (Pluggable Authentication Module), enabling attackers to silently bypass system authentication and gain persistent SSH access,” Nextron Systems researcher Pierre-Henri Pezier said.Pluggable Authentication Modules First seen on thehackernews.com Jump…
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Qilin Ransomware Affiliate Panel Login Credentials Exposed Online
A significant security breach within the Qilin ransomware operation has provided unprecedented insight into the group’s affiliate network structure and operational methods. On July 31, 2025, internal conflicts between the ransomware group and one of its affiliates led to the public exposure of sensitive operational details, marking a rare glimpse into the inner workings of…
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Attackers Use Fake OAuth Apps with Tycoon Kit to Breach Microsoft 365 Accounts
Cybersecurity researchers have detailed a new cluster of activity where threat actors are impersonating enterprises with fake Microsoft OAuth applications to facilitate credential harvesting as part of account takeover attacks.”The fake Microsoft 365 applications impersonate various companies, including RingCentral, SharePoint, Adobe, and Docusign,” Proofpoint said in a Thursday report.The First seen on thehackernews.com Jump to…
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Threat Actors Impersonate Microsoft OAuth Apps to Steal Login Credentials
Tags: adobe, authentication, credentials, cyber, login, malicious, microsoft, phishing, theft, threatThreat actors are leveraging sophisticated phishing campaigns by creating fake Microsoft OAuth applications to impersonate legitimate enterprises, enabling credential theft while bypassing multifactor authentication (MFA). Proofpoint researchers have tracked this activity since early 2025, identifying over 50 impersonated applications, including those mimicking RingCentral, SharePoint, Adobe, and DocuSign. These malicious OAuth apps serve as initial lures,…
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Staggering 800% Rise in Infostealer Credential Theft
Flashpoint data reveals an 800% increase in credentials stolen via infostealers in just six months First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/staggering-800-rise-infostealer/
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Summer: Why cybersecurity must be strengthened as vacations abound
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, automation, awareness, backup, control, corporate, credentials, cybersecurity, data, detection, email, encryption, exploit, infrastructure, malicious, mfa, monitoring, network, office, password, resilience, risk, theft, threat, tool, training, update, usa, vpn, wifiGuillermo Fernandez, Sales Engineer for Southern Europe at WatchGuard Technologies. WatchGuard Technologies.Another important point is that, during the summer, attackers know that many IT and cybersecurity teams are operating with more limited resources or with staff on vacation. “They take advantage of this to launch phishing campaigns and other targeted attacks, aware that attention and vigilance often…
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Anubis Ransomware Targets Android and Windows Users to Encrypt Files and Steal Credentials
Ransomware activity has skyrocketed in the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape, with Bitsight’s State of the Underground 2025 study indicating a 53% increase in ransomware group-operated leak sites and a roughly 25% increase in unique victims reported on leak sites throughout 2024. Amid this escalation, the Anubis ransomware variant has emerged as a formidable player, first…
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Ransomware Gangs Leverage TrickBot Malware to Steal US $724 Million in Cryptocurrency
Ransomware affiliates associated with groups like Ryuk, Conti, and Diavol have increasingly relied on the modular TrickBot malware to facilitate sophisticated extortion campaigns, resulting in over US$724 million in cryptocurrency theft. Originally emerging in 2016 as a banking Trojan, TrickBot has transformed into a versatile malware platform that supports initial access, credential theft, and lateral…
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Experts Detect Multi-Layer Redirect Tactic Used to Steal Microsoft 365 Login Credentials
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a new phishing campaign that conceals malicious payloads by abusing link wrapping services from Proofpoint and Intermedia to bypass defenses.”Link wrapping is designed by vendors like Proofpoint to protect users by routing all clicked URLs through a scanning service, allowing them to block known malicious destinations at the moment…
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Ransomware up 179%, credential theft up 800%: 2025’s cyber onslaught intensifies
Exploits multiply as defenders play catch-up: Vulnerability disclosure rose by 246%, and publicly available exploits increased by 179%, with over 20000 vulnerabilities disclosed in the first half of 202535% of which already have exploit code.A backlog of 42000 vulnerabilities awaiting NVD analysis and delays in CVE enrichment leave organizations blind to many critical flaws, the…
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New DoubleTrouble Banking Malware Targets Users Through Phishing Sites to Steal Credentials
Researchers at zLabs have been closely monitoring the DoubleTrouble banking trojan, a rapidly evolving malware strain that has shifted its tactics to exploit unsuspecting users across Europe. Initially disseminated via phishing websites mimicking reputable banks, the trojan has now adapted to more insidious distribution methods, including bogus sites hosting samples directly in Discord channels. This…
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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 >>educational tool
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Why stolen credentials remain cybercriminals’ tool of choice
It’s often the case that the simplest tools have the longest staying power, because they ultimately get the job done. Take duct tape, for example: it’s a sturdy household … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/31/stolen-credentials/
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Secrets are leaking everywhere, and bots are to blame
Secrets like API keys, tokens, and credentials are scattered across messaging apps, spreadsheets, CI/CD logs, and even support tickets. According to Entro Security’s NHI … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/31/enterprise-non-human-identity-risk/
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Nikesh Arora: Why Palo Alto Is Making a $25B Bet on Identity
Tags: access, ai, attack, ceo, credentials, cybersecurity, identity, network, ransomware, risk, theftCyberArk Deal Adds Privileged Access Capabilities to Palo Alto Networks’ Core Stack. With a $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk, Palo Alto Networks expands its cybersecurity platform to secure human, machine and AI identities. CEO Nikesh Arora said the move is timely as 88% of ransomware attacks now stem from credential theft, and agentic AI emerges…
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Hackers target Python devs in phishing attacks using fake PyPI site
The Python Software Foundation warned users this week that threat actors are trying to steal their credentials in phishing attacks using a fake Python Package Index (PyPI) website. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-target-python-devs-in-phishing-attacks-using-fake-pypi-site/
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Hackers Use Facebook Ads to Spread JSCEAL Malware via Fake Cryptocurrency Trading Apps
Cybersecurity researchers are calling attention to an ongoing campaign that distributes fake cryptocurrency trading apps to deploy a compiled V8 JavaScript (JSC) malware called JSCEAL that can capture data from credentials and wallets.The activity leverages thousands of malicious advertisements posted on Facebook in an attempt to redirect unsuspecting victims to counterfeit sites that instruct First…
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Palo Alto Networks to buy CyberArk for $25B as identity security takes center stage
The identity crisis driving this deal: Walk into any CISO’s office these days, and they’ll tell you the same story: hackers don’t need to break down the front door anymore. They just steal legitimate credentials and walk right in.”Today, most breaches originate not from malware or misconfigured ports but from stolen or misused credentials,” Tyagi…
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Palo Alto Networks eyes $20B CyberArk deal as identity security takes center stage
The identity crisis driving this deal: Walk into any CISO’s office these days, and they’ll tell you the same story: hackers don’t need to break down the front door anymore. They just steal legitimate credentials and walk right in.”Today, most breaches originate not from malware or misconfigured ports but from stolen or misused credentials,” Tyagi…
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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 of its strategic focus on enhancing core product features, recommending users migrate to alternative password…
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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 techniques, including modular infection flows and the use of Node.js to execute compiled V8 JavaScript…
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Google Launches DBSC Open Beta in Chrome and Enhances Patch Transparency via Project Zero
Google has announced that it’s making a security feature called Device Bound Session Credentials (DBSC) in open beta to ensure that users are safeguarded against session cookie theft attacks.DBSC, first introduced as a prototype in April 2024, is designed to bind authentication sessions to a device so as to prevent threat actors from using stolen…