Tag: cyber
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Expired US Cyber Law Puts Data Sharing and Threat Response at Risk
Experts argued that the lapse of the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act could have far-reaching consequences in US national cyber defenses First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/expired-cisa-2015-us-intelligence/
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Malicious ZIP Files Use Windows Shortcuts to Drop Malware
Cybersecurity firm Blackpoint Cyber reveals a new spear phishing campaign targeting executives. Learn how attackers use fraudulent document ZIPs containing malicious shortcut files, leveraging ‘living off the land’ tactics, and a unique Anti-Virus check to deliver a custom payload First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/malicious-zip-files-windows-shortcuts-malware/
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Trust in Your Cyber Defense with Advanced PAM
Can Effective Management of Non-Human Identities Revolutionize Cybersecurity? Where digital constantly evolving, the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) has emerged as a pivotal strategy for ensuring robust cybersecurity. With organizations increasingly rely on automated systems and machine learning, NHIs, or machine identities, have become a critical component of cybersecurity infrastructure. But how exactly do these……
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Empower Your SOC Teams with Efficient NHIDR
How Can Non-Human Identities Revolutionize Cybersecurity? Where cyber threats increasingly target machine identities, how can organizations adapt their security strategies to manage these Non-Human Identities (NHIs) effectively? NHIs serve as the backbone for robust cybersecurity, enhancing the security posture of diverse sectors like financial services, healthcare, travel, and DevOps. For organizations utilizing cloud environments, effective……
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TOTOLINK X6000R Routers Hit by Three Vulnerabilities Allowing Remote Code Execution
Three critical security flaws were discovered in firmware version V9.4.0cu.1360_B20241207 of the TOTOLINK X6000R router released on March 28, 2025. These vulnerabilities range from argument injection and command injection to a security bypass that can lead to remote code execution. Attackers can crash devices, corrupt system files, and execute arbitrary commands without authentication. Users must…
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Termix Docker Image Leaking SSH Credentials (CVE-2025-59951)
A critical vulnerability in the official Termix Docker image puts users at risk of exposing sensitive SSH credentials. The flaw allows anyone with network access to retrieve stored host addresses, usernames, and passwords without logging in. How the Vulnerability Works Termix provides a Docker image that runs a Node.js backend behind an Nginx reverse proxy.…
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Chrome Security Update Addressing 21 Vulnerabilities
The Chrome team has releasedChrome 141.0.7390.54/55to the stable channel for Windows, Mac, and Linux, rolling out over the coming days and weeks. This update delivers critical security fixes, including 21 distinct vulnerabilities that span high, medium, and low severity. External researchers contributed to several of these fixes, earning rewards up to $25,000. Users are strongly…
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The energy sector is ground zero for global cyber activity
A new study from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology shows how geopolitical tensions shape cyberattacks on power grids, fuel systems, and other critical infrastructure. How … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/10/02/geopolitics-energy-sector-cyberattacks-target/
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The energy sector is ground zero for global cyber activity
A new study from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology shows how geopolitical tensions shape cyberattacks on power grids, fuel systems, and other critical infrastructure. How … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/10/02/geopolitics-energy-sector-cyberattacks-target/
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Microsoft Outlook Bug on Windows Devices Results in Repeated Email Crashes
Microsoft is currently investigating a significant bug affecting classic Outlook for Windows that prevents users from accessing their email accounts. The issue manifests as a persistent error message stating >>Cannot start Microsoft Outlook. Cannot open the Outlook window. The set of folders cannot be opened. The attempt to log on to Microsoft Exchange has failed.
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Microsoft Outlook Bug on Windows Devices Results in Repeated Email Crashes
Microsoft is currently investigating a significant bug affecting classic Outlook for Windows that prevents users from accessing their email accounts. The issue manifests as a persistent error message stating >>Cannot start Microsoft Outlook. Cannot open the Outlook window. The set of folders cannot be opened. The attempt to log on to Microsoft Exchange has failed.
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Google Drive Desktop Gets AI-Powered Ransomware Detection to Block Cyberattacks
Tags: ai, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, detection, encryption, google, malicious, ransomwareGoogle has unveiled a groundbreaking AI-powered ransomware detection system for its Drive desktop application, representing a significant advancement in cybersecurity protection for organizations worldwide. This innovative feature automatically halts file synchronization when malicious encryption attempts are detected, preventing widespread data corruption across enterprise networks. Google Drive desktop ransomware detection alert with file syncing paused and…
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US government shutdown stalls cyber intel sharing
A key US law covering cyber security intelligence sharing has expired without an extension or replacement amid a total shutdown of the federal government, putting global security collaboration at risk. First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366632244/US-government-shutdown-stalls-cyber-intel-sharing
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Shutdown Snares Federal Cybersecurity Personnel
US Cyber Defense Agency Faces 65% Furlough Rate Amid Federal Shutdown. The U.S. federal government shutdown has slashed staff at the nation’s cyber defense agency and other key cyber entities, freezing daily operations, stalling grants and weakening threat coordination as state and local systems brace for lapses in federal support. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump…
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Russia, Chinese Hacking Buffets Europe
ENISA: Nation-State Hacking ‘Steadily Intensified’ Over 12-Month Period. Nearly every member government of the European Union experienced a cyberattack from a nation-state hacker in the 12 months ending in July, primarily from Russian and Chinese threat actors who steadily intensified hacking, says the European cyber agency. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/russia-chinese-hacking-buffets-europe-a-29616
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Shutdown Threatens US Intel Sharing, Cyber Defense
Lapse of critical information sharing and mass furloughs at CISA are just some of the concerns. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/shutdown-us-intel-sharing-cyber-defense
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Top Strategies for Effective and Secure Identity Risk Monitoring
Today, digital footprints are as significant as physical ones, which is why the importance of secure identity risk monitoring cannot be overstated. With the constant evolution of cyber threats, it’s crucial to implement robust strategies to protect not only personal but also professional identities from potential risks. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, staying one step……
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Top Strategies for Effective and Secure Identity Risk Monitoring
Today, digital footprints are as significant as physical ones, which is why the importance of secure identity risk monitoring cannot be overstated. With the constant evolution of cyber threats, it’s crucial to implement robust strategies to protect not only personal but also professional identities from potential risks. As cybercriminals become more sophisticated, staying one step……
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Docker APIs Targeted FireTail Blog
Sep 30, 2025 – Lina Romero – In 2025’s fast-moving cyber landscape, attacks are everywhere and AI and APIs are the biggest targets. We’ve spoken before about hackers exploiting Docker Swarm to launch cryptomining attacks, but now attackers are using Docker APIs for other malicious purposes. It started this June. Trend Micro noticed abnormal activity…
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DOJ, Georgia Tech affiliate company settle over alleged failure to meet DOD contract cyber requirements
Tags: cyberThe company agreed to pay $875,000, with neither side conceding to the other as part of resolving the suit. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/doj-georgia-tech-affiliate-company-cyber-requirements/
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Watchdog: Cyber threat information-sharing program’s future uncertain with expected expiration of 2015 law
A DHS inspector general report found that CISA doesn’t have plans for what to do with AIS if the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act lapses. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/watchdog-cyber-threat-information-sharing-programs-future-uncertain-with-expected-expiration-of-2015-law/
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Security Fundamentals at Home: Small Habits, Big Cyber Protection
Strong passwords, MFA, and updates protect your devices. Learn why small habits at home make a big difference in cybersecurity. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/news/security-fundamentals-at-home/
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MPs press outsourcer TCS over Jaguar cyber attack
The government’s cross bench Business and Trade Committee has written to Tata Consultancy Services seeking answers over possible links to cyber attacks on Jaguar Land Rover, Marks and Spencer, and Co-op. First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366632156/MPs-press-outsourcer-TCS-over-Jaguar-cyber-attack
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How to Choose the Right VAPT Frequency
Regular Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) is important for businesses to identify and mitigate security risks. Choosing the right frequency depends on your organization’s risk profile, data sensitivity, regulatory requirements, and IT environment. Conducting VAPT at the optimal interval, whether quarterly, biannual, or annual, ensures continuous protection against evolving cyber threats. Let’s see how……
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Cyber information-sharing law and state grants set to go dark as Congress stalls over funding
Congress is unlikely to move this week to renew two key cybersecurity efforts that were expected to hitch a ride on legislation to keep the government running. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/cisa-2015-state-cyber-grants-lapse-congress-government-shutdown
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Harrods hackers start contacting customers
Retailer Harrods has revealed that a number of customers whose data was stolen in a cyber attack have been contacted by the perpetrators First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366632011/Harrods-hackers-start-contacting-customers
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Patchwork APT: Leveraging PowerShell to Create Scheduled Tasks and Deploy Final Payload
Patchwork, the advanced persistent threat (APT) actor also known as Dropping Elephant, Monsoon, and Hangover Group, has been observed deploying a new PowerShell-based loader that abuses Windows Scheduled Tasks to execute its final payload. Active since at least 2015 and focused on political and military intelligence across South and Southeast Asia, Patchwork is renowned for…
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New Chinese Nexus APT Group Targeting Organizations to Deploy NET-STAR Malware Suite
China-linked advanced persistent threat (APT) group Phantom Taurus has intensified espionage operations against government and telecommunications targets across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, deploying a newly discovered .NET malware suite called NET-STAR. First tracked by Unit 42 in June 2023 as cluster CL-STA-0043 and temporarily designated TGR-STA-0043 (Operation Diplomatic Specter) in May 2024, the…