Tag: cyber
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Trumps OKs funding bill renewing cyber threat sharing, state and local cyber grants
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/trumps-oks-funding-bill-renewing-cyber-threat-sharing-state-and-local-cyber-grants
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Trumps OKs funding bill renewing cyber threat sharing, state and local cyber grants
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/trumps-oks-funding-bill-renewing-cyber-threat-sharing-state-and-local-cyber-grants
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Researchers Detail Tuoni C2’s Role in an Attempted 2025 Real-Estate Cyber Intrusion
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of a cyber attack targeting a major U.S.-based real-estate company that involved the use of a nascent command-and-control (C2) and red teaming framework known as Tuoni.”The campaign leveraged the emerging Tuoni C2 framework, a relatively new, command-and-control (C2) tool (with a free license) that delivers stealthy, in-memory payloads,” First seen…
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The Quantum Future Is Coming Hackers Are Already Preparing
In 2025 we’re not just fighting today’s headline-grabbing cyber threats, but we’re also preparing for tomorrow’s. Technology is evolving at a pace that is both fuelling progress for defenders and powering new tools for bad actors. The same advances that drive discovery and innovation also give cybercriminals new ways to attack faster, more broadly and…
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Full renewal of state and local cyber grants program passes in House
The PILLAR Act, which would renew federal cybersecurity grants to state and local governments through 2033, passed by voice vote in the House. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/state-local-cyber-grants-program-house-passage
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Azure blocks record 15 Tbps DDoS attack as IoT botnets gain new firepower
Mitigation strategies: Prabhu said CISOs should now test whether their control planes can withstand attacks above 15 Tbps, how to contain cloud cost spikes triggered by auto-scaling during an incident, and how to keep critical services running if defenses are overwhelmed. “CISOs can stress test these benchmarks through DDoS simulations and evaluation of CSP infrastructure…
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A miracle: A company says sorry after a cyber attack and donates the ransom to cybersecurity research
One of the sad truths about this world of seemingly endless hacks and data breaches is that companies just won’t apologise. First seen on bitdefender.com Jump to article: www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/a-miracle-a-company-says-sorry-after-a-cyber-attack-and-donates-the-ransom-to-cybersecurity-research
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What the DoD’s Missteps Teach Us About Cybersecurity Fundamentals for 2026
As organizations enter 2026, the real threat isn’t novel exploits but blind spots in supply chain security, proximity attack surfaces, and cross-functional accountability. This piece explains why fundamentals must become continuous, operational disciplines for modern cyber resilience. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/11/what-the-dods-missteps-teach-us-about-cybersecurity-fundamentals-for-2026/
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Master how to report a breach for fast and effective cyber incident response
For every organization, no matter the size or industry, the integrity and security of data is more crucial than ever as it faces the possibility of a cyber breach everyday. But what separates a company that bounces back quickly from one that suffers irreparable damage? The answer largely resides in how promptly and accurately the…The…
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Dr. Richard Zhao from NSFOCUS Selected into 2025 Top 10 Cybersecurity Professionals by Leading Consulting Company
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov 18, 2025, International Data Corporation (IDC) officially released the “2025 IDC China Top 10 Cybersecurity Professionals” at the 10th IDC China CIO Summit last month. This honor is intended to recognize outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to China’s cybersecurity market this year. Dr. Richard Zhao, Chief Strategy Officer…The post…
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Boost your cyber defense with unified cybersecurity and GRC strategies
Tags: compliance, cyber, cybersecurity, defense, finance, governance, grc, risk, risk-management, strategy, threatCybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue; it is a strategic imperative that touches every aspect of modern business. In today’s digital landscape, organizations face increasingly sophisticated threats that can disrupt operations, tarnish reputations, and lead to significant financial losses. A unified approach that integrates cybersecurity with governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) strategies…The…
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What the DoD’s Missteps Teach Us About Cybersecurity Fundamentals for 2026
As organizations enter 2026, the real threat isn’t novel exploits but blind spots in supply chain security, proximity attack surfaces, and cross-functional accountability. This piece explains why fundamentals must become continuous, operational disciplines for modern cyber resilience. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/11/what-the-dods-missteps-teach-us-about-cybersecurity-fundamentals-for-2026/
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SANS Institute startet dritte Staffel des ‘Cyber Leaders”-Podcasts
Die wöchentlichen Episoden dieser Staffel bieten Gespräche mit Experten aus dem öffentlichen, privaten und Forschungssektor wie Heather Barnhart, Paul Chichester und Curtis Dukes. First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/sans-institute-startet-dritte-staffel-des-cyber-leaders-podcasts/a42875/
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Microsoft Azure Blocks 15.72 Tbps Aisuru Botnet DDoS Attack
Microsoft Azure halted a record 15.72 Tbps DDoS attack from the Aisuru botnet exposing risks created by exposed home devices exploited in large-scale cyber attacks. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/microsoft-azure-blocks-tbps-ddos-attack-botnet/
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CISA Reports Active Attacks on FortiWeb WAF Vulnerability Allowing Admin Access
Tags: access, attack, cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, fortinet, infrastructure, kev, vulnerability, wafThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a critical Fortinet FortiWeb vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, warning that the flaw is being actively exploited in the wild. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-64446, allows unauthenticated attackers to gain administrative access to affected systems via a path-traversal vulnerability. Critical Path Traversal Flaw…
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Fintech leaders call for united front against AI-driven cyber crime
As AI makes financial scams more personalised and convincing, fintech experts have called for deeper collaboration and the use of behavioural analytics and other technologies to protect consumers First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366634596/Fintech-leaders-call-for-united-front-against-AI-driven-cyber-crime
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W3 Total Cache Security Vulnerability Exposes One Million WordPress Sites to RCE
A critical security flaw has been discovered in the widely used W3 Total Cache WordPress plugin, putting over 1 million websites at serious risk. The vulnerability allows attackers to take complete control of affected websites without needing any login credentials. Field Value CVE ID CVE-2025-9501 Plugin Name W3 Total Cache Affected Versions Before 2.8.13 Fixed…
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Threat Actors Use Compromised RDP to Deploy Lynx Ransomware After Deleting Backups
A sophisticated threat actor has orchestrated a multi-stage ransomware attack spanning nine days, leveraging compromised Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) credentials to infiltrate a corporate network, exfiltrate sensitive data, and deploy Lynx ransomware across critical infrastructure. The attack initiated with a successful RDP login using pre-compromised credentials a critical indicator that the threat actor obtained valid…
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Imunify AI-Bolit Flaw Allows Arbitrary Code Execution and Root Privilege Escalation
A critical vulnerability was discovered in the AI-Bolit component of Imunify security products, raising concerns across the web hosting and Linux server communities. This flaw could let attackers execute arbitrary code and escalate their privileges to root, risking the integrity of millions of servers worldwide. Imunify, a security platform widely used on web hosting servers,…
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Fintech leaders call for united front against AI-driven cyber crime
As AI makes financial scams more personalised and convincing, fintech experts have called for deeper collaboration and the use of behavioural analytics and other technologies to protect consumers First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366634596/Fintech-leaders-call-for-united-front-against-AI-driven-cyber-crime
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W3 Total Cache Security Vulnerability Exposes One Million WordPress Sites to RCE
A critical security flaw has been discovered in the widely used W3 Total Cache WordPress plugin, putting over 1 million websites at serious risk. The vulnerability allows attackers to take complete control of affected websites without needing any login credentials. Field Value CVE ID CVE-2025-9501 Plugin Name W3 Total Cache Affected Versions Before 2.8.13 Fixed…
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Chrome Zero-Day Type Confusion Flaw Actively Exploited in the Wild
Google has released an urgent security update for its Chrome browser to address a critical zero-day vulnerability actively exploited by threat actors. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-13223, affects the V8 JavaScript engine and poses a significant risk to millions of Chrome users worldwide.”‹ Critical Zero-Day Under Active Attack The vulnerability was discovered by Clément Lecigne of…
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Lazarus APT Group’s New ScoringMathTea RAT Enhances Remote Command Execution and More
The Lazarus APT Group, an advanced persistent threat (APT) attributed to North Korea, has deployed a sophisticated new Remote Access Trojan (RAT) called ScoringMathTea as part of its ongoing Operation DreamJob cyberespionage campaign. ScoringMathTea represents a significant evolution in Lazarus’s malware toolkit, implementing a modular architecture designed specifically to evade detection across both network and…
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Massive 15 Tbps DDoS Attack From 500K Devices Slams Azure Network
Microsoft Azure successfully defended against a record-breaking distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack that peaked at 15.72 terabits per second (Tbps), making it the most significant DDoS attack ever observed in the cloud. On October 24, 2025, Azure’s DDoS Protection system automatically detected and mitigated a massive multi-vector attack targeting a single endpoint in Australia. The assault generated…
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UNC1549 Hackers With Custom Tools Attacking Aerospace and Defense Systems to Steal Logins
The Iran-nexus cyber espionage group UNC1549 has significantly expanded its arsenal of custom tools and sophisticated attack techniques in an ongoing campaign targeting aerospace, aviation, and defense industries since mid-2024, according to new findings from Mandiant. The threat actor, which overlaps with Tortoiseshell and has suspected links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), demonstrates…
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Chrome Zero-Day Type Confusion Flaw Actively Exploited in the Wild
Google has released an urgent security update for its Chrome browser to address a critical zero-day vulnerability actively exploited by threat actors. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-13223, affects the V8 JavaScript engine and poses a significant risk to millions of Chrome users worldwide.”‹ Critical Zero-Day Under Active Attack The vulnerability was discovered by Clément Lecigne of…
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Lazarus APT Group’s New ScoringMathTea RAT Enhances Remote Command Execution and More
The Lazarus APT Group, an advanced persistent threat (APT) attributed to North Korea, has deployed a sophisticated new Remote Access Trojan (RAT) called ScoringMathTea as part of its ongoing Operation DreamJob cyberespionage campaign. ScoringMathTea represents a significant evolution in Lazarus’s malware toolkit, implementing a modular architecture designed specifically to evade detection across both network and…
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Cyber-physische Systeme im Visier von APT-Gruppen – Wie staatlich unterstützte Angreifer OT-Systeme ins Visier nehmen
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/staatlich-unterstuetzte-angreifer-ot-systeme-a-0356a98dab2f644dff67c5a3846752c6/
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Klare Verantwortlichkeiten gefordert
IoT & OT Cybersecurity Report 2025: Der Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) stellt Unternehmen mit seiner abteilungs- und funktionsübergreifenden Wirkung vor Herausforderungen, wenn es um die Verantwortlichkeiten geht. Der EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) verlangt von der Industrie ab diesem Jahr umfangreiche Maßnahmen bei der Entwicklung und Überwachung von sicheren Produkten zur Abwehr von Hackerangriffen…. First…