Tag: cyber
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DPRK IT Workers Use Stolen LinkedIn Identities to Secure Remote Employment
A new wave of identity fraud has hit the remote job market, with North Korean (DPRK) operatives adopting a sophisticated new tactic to bypass hiring screens. This development marks a significant shift in tradecraft. Previously, these operatives often relied on fabricated profiles with AI-generated headshots and fake resumes. However, hiring managers and security teams have…
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0-Click RCE Found in Claude Desktop Extensions, Putting 10,000+ Users at Risk
A critical >>zero-click<< vulnerability in Claude Desktop Extensions (DXT) that allows attackers to compromise a computer using nothing more than a Google Calendar event. The flaw, which has been assigned a maximum severity score of CVSS 10/10, affects more than 10,000 active users and over 50 different extensions. The vulnerability stems from a fundamental architectural decision.…
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Russia’s cyber attacks on Polish utilities draws NCSC alert
A series of Russian cyber attacks targeting Poland’s energy infrastructure has prompted a new warning from the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre. First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366638859/Russias-cyber-attacks-on-Polish-utilities-draws-NCSC-alert
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Cyber Attack Hits European Commission Staff Mobile Systems
The European Commission reports a cyber attack on its central mobile infrastructure that may have exposed staff names and phone numbers. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/cyber-attack-european-commission-staff-mobile-systems/
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China-Linked UNC3886 Targets Singapore Telecom Sector in Cyber Espionage Campaign
The Cyber Security Agency (CSA) of Singapore on Monday revealed that the China-nexus cyber espionage group known as UNC3886 targeted its telecommunications sector.”UNC3886 had launched a deliberate, targeted, and well-planned campaign against Singapore’s telecommunications sector,” CSA said. “All four of Singapore’s major telecommunications operators (‘telcos’) M1, SIMBA Telecom, Singtel, and First seen on thehackernews.com Jump…
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Shortlist: Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards 2026
We’re pleased to announce the shortlist for this year’s Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards! This year’s awards are sponsored by BT, Fidelity International, Plexal and Bridewell. The awards are supported by WiCyS UK&I, WiTCH and Seidea and hosted by Eskenzi PR. Our judges had the difficult decision of picking their favourites using a points…
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Criminal IP Integrates with IBM QRadar to Deliver Real-Time Threat Intelligence Across SIEM and SOAR
Torrance, United States / California, February 9th, 2026, CyberNewswire Criminal IP (criminalip.io), the AI-powered threat intelligence and attack surface intelligence platform, is now integrated with IBM QRadar SIEM and QRadar SOAR. The integration brings external, IP-based threat intelligence directly into IBM QRadar’s detection, investigation, and response workflows, enabling security teams to identify malicious activity faster…
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Russia grants asylum to Spanish professor wanted for alleged pro-Moscow cyber operations
Russia has granted political asylum to a Spanish national accused in his home country of “cyberterrorism and espionage” in support of Moscow, according to Russian state media. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/russia-asylum-spanish-professor-espionage
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Hackers Abuse Apple PayPal Invoice Emails in DKIM Replay Attack Campaign
A sophisticated way to bypass email security by weaponizing legitimate messages from trusted companies like Apple and PayPal. These attacks, known as DKIM replay attacks, exploit email authentication systems to deliver scams that appear completely authentic. The technique is deceptively simple. Attackers create accounts on platforms like Apple’s App Store or PayPal and manipulate user-controlled…
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European Commission Mitigates Cyberattack Aimed at Employee Mobile Information
The European Commission successfully contained a cyberattack targeting its mobile device management infrastructure on January 30, 2026. The incident, which potentially exposed staff names and mobile numbers, was neutralized within nine hours of detection, demonstrating the organization’s robust cybersecurity protocols. European Commission Mitigates Cyberattack The Commission’s central system managing mobile devices detected suspicious activity that…
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Node.js LTX Stealer Emerges as New Threat to Login Credentials
A new, sophisticated malware campaign dubbed >>LTX Stealer.<< This malware represents a shift in attacker techniques, utilizing legitimate software frameworks and cloud services to hide its activities and steal sensitive user data. By mimicking standard Windows processes, LTX Stealer is designed to operate quietly, making it difficult for traditional antivirus systems to detect. The malware…
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âš¡ Weekly Recap: AI Skill Malware, 31Tbps DDoS, Notepad++ Hack, LLM Backdoors and More
Cyber threats are no longer coming from just malware or exploits. They’re showing up inside the tools, platforms, and ecosystems organizations use every day. As companies connect AI, cloud apps, developer tools, and communication systems, attackers are following those same paths.A clear pattern this week: attackers are abusing trust. Trusted updates, trusted marketplaces, trusted apps,…
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Singapore says China-linked hackers targeted telecom providers in major spying campaign
Singapore authorities said Monday that a sophisticated China-linked cyber espionage group carried out a targeted campaign against all four of the country’s major telecommunications operators. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/singapore-attributes-telecoms-hacks-unc3886
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Active Exploitation of SolarWinds Web Help Desk RCE Used to Drop Custom Malware
Threat actors are actively exploiting critical vulnerabilities in SolarWinds Web Help Desk (WHD) to deploy custom malware and establish persistent remote control. Security researchers observed these attacks starting on February 7, 2026, targeting organizations that had not yet applied the latest security patches. SolarWinds Web Help Desk RCE The intrusion leverages recently disclosed Remote Code…
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ScarCruft Exploits Trusted Cloud Services and OLE Documents to Deliver Malware
The North Korean-backed advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as ScarCruft has significantly evolved its attack techniques. In a departure from their established methods, the group is now using a sophisticated OLE-based dropper to distribute its signature malware, ROKRAT. This new campaign highlights the group’s ability to abuse legitimate cloud services like pCloud and Yandex…
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As space gets crowded, cyber threats from jamming to stalker satellites loom large
Experts at the inaugural CYSAT Asia in Singapore warn of the urgency of securing space assets amid growing geopolitical tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366638806/As-space-gets-crowded-cyber-threats-from-jamming-to-stalker-satellites-loom-large
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New RecoverIt Tool Abuses Windows Service Failure Recovery to Execute Malicious Payloads
A new offensive security tool named >>RecoverIt<< has been released, offering red teamers a stealthy method for lateral movement and persistence by abusing the Windows Service recovery mechanism. The tool circumvents traditional detection methods that focus on monitoring service creation and binary paths. For years, attackers have moved laterally across networks by creating or modifying…
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APT Hackers Abuse Trusted Edge Services to Stealthily Deploy Malware
APT activity across APAC is rising rapidly as geopolitical tensions continue to grow, and defenders are seeing more advanced tradecraft aimed at long-term access. Taiwan stood out as the most targeted environment, with 173 tracked attacks far higher than any other regional target highlighting its role as a focal point for espionage and strategic access.…
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Vortex Werewolf Targets Organizations With Tor-Enabled RDP, SMB, SFTP, and SSH Backdoors
A threat cluster tracked as >>Vortex Werewolf<< (also known as SkyCloak) has been observed targeting Russian government and defense organizations. The attack begins not with a typical malicious attachment, but with a highly credible phishing link. Vortex Werewolf distributes URLs that masquerade as legitimate Telegram file-sharing resources. These links, often hosted on domains designed to…
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Critical Fortinet FortiClient EMS Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in Fortinet’s FortiClient EMS (Endpoint Management Server), potentially exposing organizations to remote code execution attacks. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-21643, was disclosed on February 6, 2026, and carries a severe CVSS score of 9.1 out of 10. FortiClient EMS Vulnerability The vulnerability stems from an SQL injection flaw…
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Detecting Ransomware Using Windows Minifilters to Intercept File Change Events
Tags: cyber, detection, encryption, endpoint, github, malicious, ransomware, strategy, tool, windowsA security researcher has released a new proof-of-concept (PoC) tool on GitHub designed to stop ransomware at the deepest level of the operating system. Part of a broader Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) strategy named >>Sanctum,<< the project demonstrates how defenders can use Windows Minifilters to detect and intercept malicious file encryption before it destroys…
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Singapore Launches Largest-Ever Cyber Defense Operation After UNC3886 Targets All Major Telcos
Singapore has launched its largest-ever coordinated cyber defense operation following a highly targeted cyberattack on telecommunications that affected all four of the country’s major telecommunications operators. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/singapore-unc3886-telecom-cyberattack/
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Black Basta Ransomware Integrates BYOVD Technique to Evade Defenses
A recent campaign by the Black Basta ransomware group has revealed a significant shift in attack tactics. This is a departure from standard operations, where attackers typically deploy a separate tool to turn off security software before running the actual ransomware. In this specific campaign, the ransomware payload bundles a vulnerable driver known as the…
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Cybersquatting Attacks Exploit Trusted Brands to Steal Customer Data and Spread Malware
The nightmare scenario for any modern business is simple but devastating: scammers clone your website, steal your domain identity, and rob your customers. By the time the complaints roll in, the money is gone, and your reputation is left in tatters. This practice, known as cybersquatting, is no longer just a nuisance it is a…
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Over 5 Million Misconfigured Git Web Servers Found Exposing Secrets Online
A massive widespread vulnerability in web server configurations has left millions of websites open to data theft and unauthorised takeover. A new 2026 study conducted by the Mysterium VPN research team reveals that nearly 5 million web servers worldwide are publicly exposing their .git repository metadata. The Scale of the Leak The research scanned the internet for…
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New Telegram Phishing Scam Hijacks Login Flow to Steal Fully Authorized User Sessions
A new and sophisticated Telegram phishing operation is active in the wild, targeting users globally by hijacking the platform’s legitimate authentication features. Unlike traditional phishing, which often relies on malware or cloning login pages to steal passwords, this campaign integrates directly with Telegram’s official infrastructure. The attackers register their own Telegram API credentials (api_id and api_hash) and…
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BeyondTrust Remote Access Products Hit by 0-Day RCE Vulnerability
BeyondTrust has issued an urgent security advisory regarding a critical zero-day vulnerability affecting its popular remote access solutions. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-1731, carries a near-maximum severity score of 9.9 out of 10 on the CVSSv4 scale. It poses a significant risk to organizations using self-hosted versions of BeyondTrust Remote Support (RS) and Privileged Remote Access (PRA). The…