Tag: cyber
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Critical MongoDB Flaw Leaks Sensitive Data Through zlib Compression
MongoDB has disclosed a critical security vulnerability tracked as CVE-2025-14847 that could allow attackers to extract uninitialized heap memory from database servers without authentication. The flaw, affecting multiple MongoDB versions dating back to v3.6, stems from a client-side exploit in the server’s zlib compression implementation.”‹ Vulnerability Overview The security issue enables malicious actors to retrieve…
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ServiceNow’s $7.75 billion cash deal for Armis illustrates shifting strategies
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, automation, business, ceo, cio, ciso, computing, control, cyber, governance, identity, incident response, intelligence, iot, risk, service, strategy, tool, update, vulnerabilityVisibility is the key: “For decades, the CIO’s white whale has been a precise, real-time Configuration Management Database [CMDB]. Most are outdated the moment they are populated,” said Whisper Security CEO Kaveh Ranjbar. The Armis acquisition “is an admission that in an era of IoT, OT, and edge computing, you cannot rely on manual entry…
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Interpol sweep takes down cybercrooks in 19 countries
Tags: access, antivirus, attack, botnet, business, china, cyber, cyberattack, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, defense, email, encryption, finance, fraud, group, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, international, interpol, law, malicious, malware, microsoft, ransomware, russia, scam, service, theft, threatA ‘very good thing’: The fact that the same operation broke ransomware operations and a business email compromise (BEC) operation is “unique,” said DiMaggio, because most people think of Africa as the source of BEC and fraud scams.The fact that authorities are working to disrupt ransomware operations in Africa before they grow to the size…
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How to communicate cyber risk in commercial terms
Cyber risk is often discussed in technical language, often in a way which is difficult to decipher the real business impact. CVSS scores, vulnerabilities, attack paths and threat actors all have their place but for many decision”‘makers, this language doesn’t translate into real-world business outcomes. Small business leaders and non-technical executives need to understand what”¦…
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ServiceNow’s $7.75B Armis Deal Expands IT and OT Security Reach
Acquisition Streamlines Security Operations From Asset Discovery to Remediation. AI software company ServiceNow has entered into an agreement to buy cyber exposure management and security company Armis for $7.75 billion in cash. The deal will bolster ServiceNow’s cybersecurity offerings at a time when many larger technology vendors are choosing to expand their security portfolios. First…
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HardBit 4.0 Ransomware Abuses Unsecured RDP and SMB for Access Persistence
HardBit ransomware continues its evolution with the release of version 4.0, introducing sophisticated mechanisms to establish persistence through vulnerable network services. The latest variant leverages open Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and Server Message Block (SMB) services as entry points, enabling threat actors to maintain long-term access to compromised networks while deploying advanced evasion techniques that…
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INTERPOL Dismantles Six Ransomware Operations, Detains 500+ Individuals
Law enforcement agencies across 19 countries have made a significant breakthrough in combating cybercrime, arresting 574 suspects and recovering approximately USD 3 million during a month-long coordinated operation across Africa. The crackdown underscores the escalating threat of ransomware, business email compromise (BEC), and digital extortion schemes plaguing the continent. Operation Sentinel, conducted from October 27…
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ServiceNow to buy Armis for $7.75B
Tags: cyberThe combination yields a major player in cyber-physical security and exposure management.; First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/servicenow-to-buy-armis-for-775b/808623/
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ServiceNow to buy Armis for $7.75B
Tags: cyberThe combination yields a major player in cyber-physical security and exposure management.; First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/servicenow-to-buy-armis-for-775b/808623/
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We Asked the Experts: 2026 Predictions
Once again, it’s predictions season. We spoke to experts from across the cybersecurity industry about what the future of cyber may look like as we head into 2026. From AI ethics and API governance to the UK’s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and exponentially increasing threats, there’s set to be a big shake up to…
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ServiceNow To Acquire Exposure Management Vendor Armis In $7.75B All-Cash Deal
Tags: cyberServiceNow will buy cyber exposure management vendor Armis in an all-cash deal that values Armis at $7.75 billion. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/servicenow-to-acquire-exposure-management-vendor-armis-in-7-75b-all-cash-deal
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ServiceNow agrees to buy cyber firm Armis for $7.75B
The deal targets device visibility across IT, OT and medical systems as firms adapt to wider attack surfaces driven by AI and connectivity. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/servicenow-armis-acquisition-ai-cybersecurity/
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Why outsourced cyber defenses create systemic risks
Tags: access, ai, attack, backdoor, breach, business, ciso, cloud, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, dora, exploit, finance, framework, GDPR, governance, government, hacker, healthcare, infrastructure, law, malicious, monitoring, moveIT, msp, nis-2, ransomware, regulation, resilience, risk, software, strategy, supply-chain, threat, tool, vulnerability, zero-trustRisk categories of outsourced IT & cybersecurity: When you outsource, responsibility shifts, but accountability never leaves you. The risks fall into clear categories. Operational risks The most basic risk is fragile continuity. In 2017, British Airways outsourced parts of its IT operations. A system outage grounded flights worldwide. The vendor contract delivered savings, but it…
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Critical n8n Vulnerability Exposes 103,000+ Automation Instances to RCE Attacks
Tags: attack, automation, cve, cvss, cyber, flaw, open-source, rce, remote-code-execution, vulnerabilityA critical remote code execution vulnerability in n8n, a popular open-source workflow automation platform, threatens over 103,000 potentially vulnerable instances worldwide. Tracked as CVE-2025-68613 with a maximum CVSS severity score of 9.9, the flaw allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code with n8n process privileges, risking complete instance compromise. Field Description CVE-ID CVE-2025-68613 CVSS Score…
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MacSync Stealer Malware Targets macOS Users Through Digitally Signed Apps
Jamf Threat Labs has uncovered a new MacSync Stealer campaign that significantly raises the bar for macOS malware delivery by abusing Apple’s own trust mechanisms. The latest variant is delivered as a fully code”‘signed and notarized Swift application, allowing it to masquerade as legitimate software while executing a stealthy, multi”‘stage infostealing routine in the background.…
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Fake VPN Chrome Extensions Steal Credentials by Intercepting User Traffic
Socket’s Threat Research Team has exposed a sophisticated credential-harvesting campaign that has operated through malicious Chrome extensions since 2017. Two variants of an extension named Phantom Shuttle (幻影穿æ¢), published under the threat actor email theknewone.com@gmail.com, have compromised over 2,180 users by masquerading as legitimate network testing tools while executing complete traffic interception and credential theft. The extensions market…
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PoC Exploit Released for Critical n8n RCE Vulnerability
Security researchers have confirmed the release of proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit code for CVE-2025-68613, a critical remote code execution flaw affecting n8n workflow automation platform. The vulnerability carries a maximum CVSS score of 10.0 and impacts versions from v0.211.0 through v1.120.3. n8n is widely deployed in enterprise environments where it automates critical workflows and integrates with…
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Malicious NPM Package Hits 56K Downloads, Steals WhatsApp Messages
A sophisticated malware campaign has compromised the npm registry through a malicious package that perfectly mimics legitimate WhatsApp API functionality while silently exfiltrating authentication credentials, messages, contacts, and media files from unsuspecting developers. The lotusbail package, addressed over 56,000 times during its six-month presence on npm, represents a dangerous evolution in supply chain attacks where…
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Ransomware Attack Hits Romanian Waters Authority, Compromising 1,000+ IT Systems
Romania’s critical water infrastructure faced a significant cyber threat when the National Administration >>Romanian Waters
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Can cyber attacks impact machine identities effectively
Are Your Machine Identities Safe from Cyber Attacks? Where digital footprints are rapidly expanding, the role of machine identities in cybersecurity has become increasingly significant. Machine identities, also known as non-human identities (NHIs), are essential to maintaining security across various systems and networks. These identities, however, are not immune to cyber attacks, leaving organizations vulnerable……
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Budding infosec pros and aspiring cyber crooks targeted with fake PoC exploits
Malware peddlers are targeting infosec enthusiasts, budding security professionals, and aspiring hackers with the Webrat malware, masquerading the threat as proof-of-concept … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/12/23/fake-poc-exploits-webrat-malware/
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Indian Income TaxLure Campaign Deploying Multi-Stage Malware Against Businesses
Tax-themed phishing campaigns have intensified in recent months, capitalizing on the heightened awareness surrounding India’s Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season. Public discussions about refund timelines and compliance deadlines create an ideal backdrop for attackers to craft credible lures. Recent analysis of emails impersonating the Indian Income Tax Department reveals a sophisticated operation far more…
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Japan Adopts New Cybersecurity Strategy to Counter Rising Cyber Threats
The Japanese government has formally adopted a new cybersecurity strategy that will guide national policy over the next five years. The decision was approved at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday and aims at strengthening Japanese cybersecurity coordination across civilian, law enforcement, and defense institutions. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/japan-cybersecurity-strategy-five-year-plan/
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Alles zum Cyber Resilience Act Teil 4 – Konformität und Konsequenzen des CRA
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/cyber-resilience-act-strafen-konformitaet-a-84327bc2de46587a01525ae3d9164f31/
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Agentic AI already hinting at cybersecurity’s pending identity crisis
Agentic AI’s identity crisis: Authentication and agentic experts interviewed, three of whom estimate that less than 5% of enterprises experimenting with autonomous agents have deployed agentic identity systems, say the reasons for this lack of security hardening are varied.First, many of these efforts are effectively shadow IT, where a line of business (LOB) executive has…
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US Must Go on Offense in Cyberspace, Report Warns
Report: China, Russia Exploiting US Cyber Policy Gaps to Gain Strategic Advantage. A new McCrary Institute report urges Washington to adopt a more offensive cyber strategy, warning that the current reactive approach leaves the U.S. unable to counter China and Russia’s persistent campaigns to gain asymmetric leverage in cyberspace. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Romanian Waters confirms cyberattack, critical water operations unaffected
Romania’s national water management authority, Romanian Waters, was hit by a ransomware attack over the weekend. Romanian Waters (AdministraÈ›ia NaÈ›ională Apele Române), the country’s water management authority, suffered a ransomware attack over the weekend. According to the National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC), the incident affected around 1,000 computer systems across the central organization and 10…