Tag: cyber
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XwormRAT Hackers Leverage Code Injection for Sophisticated Malware Deployment
A sophisticated new distribution method for XwormRAT malware that leverages steganography techniques to hide malicious code within legitimate files. This discovery highlights the evolving tactics of cybercriminals who are increasingly using advanced obfuscation methods to bypass security detection systems and deceive unsuspecting users. The latest XwormRAT campaign represents a significant evolution in malware distribution methodology,…
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Trust nothing, verify everything: Why the UK public sector must embrace Zero Trust
The UK’s public sector is under siege. Not by visible enemies, but by a wave of cyber threats. In 2024, the National Cyber Security Centre reported a 16% increase in serious attacks impacting national security. These aren’t theoretical risks. They are real, growing, and increasingly sophisticated ranging from ransomware attacks shutting down local councils to…
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Know Your Enemy: Understanding Dark Market Dynamics
To help counter crime, today’s organizations require a cyber-defense strategy that incorporates the mindset of the cybercriminal. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/understanding-dark-market-dynamics
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Trust nothing, verify everything: Why the UK public sector must embrace Zero Trust
The UK’s public sector is under siege. Not by visible enemies, but by a wave of cyber threats. In 2024, the National Cyber Security Centre reported a 16% increase in serious attacks impacting national security. These aren’t theoretical risks. They are real, growing, and increasingly sophisticated ranging from ransomware attacks shutting down local councils to…
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6 eye-opening books on AI’s rise, risks, and realities
AI is changing how we detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. From traditional networks to emerging spaces, it is shaping security operations, identity management, and … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/09/ai-books-risk-reality/
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6 eye-opening books on AI’s rise, risks, and realities
AI is changing how we detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. From traditional networks to emerging spaces, it is shaping security operations, identity management, and … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/09/ai-books-risk-reality/
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Treasury sanctions North Korean over IT worker malware scheme
The U.S. Department of the Treasury sanctioned cyber actor Song Kum Hyok for his association with North Korea’s hacking group Andariel and for facilitating IT worker schemes that generated revenue for the Pyongyang regime. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/legal/treasury-sanctions-north-korean-over-it-worker-malware-scheme/
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Trump seeks unprecedented $1.23 billion cut to federal cyber budget
Tags: attack, cisa, cyber, cybersecurity, data, government, infrastructure, jobs, network, nist, office, risk, risk-management, service, strategy, technology, threatCynthia Brumfield / CSO(The chart is based on White House data provided for 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. Numbers for 2024, 2025, and 2026 reflect adjustments that Trump’s OMB made for 2024 and 2025.)The administration’s cybersecurity budget cuts are not evenly distributed among federal agencies. In fact, according to crosscut tables released…
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Treasury sanctions North Korean over IT worker malware scheme
The U.S. Department of the Treasury sanctioned cyber actor Song Kum Hyok for his association with North Korea’s hacking group Andariel and for facilitating IT worker schemes that generated revenue for the Pyongyang regime. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/legal/treasury-sanctions-north-korean-over-it-worker-malware-scheme/
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How CISOs are training the next generation of cyber leaders
Leading versus managing: A former US Army officer, Hensley sees leadership development not just to build continuity, but as a reflection of organizational health. “I look forward to the day that somebody fills my shoes,” he says. “You know you’re successful when you’ve worked yourself out of a job.”He believes great leaders are shaped by…
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TapTrap Android Exploit Allows Malicious Apps to Bypass Permissions
A new Android vulnerability called TapTrap that allows malicious apps to bypass the operating system’s permission system without requiring any special permissions themselves. The attack exploits activity transition animations”, a core feature of Android’s user interface”, to trick users into unknowingly granting sensitive permissions or performing destructive actions. Unlike traditional tapjacking attacks that rely on…
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Cyberangriff auf ein Online-Forum von Fußballfans aus Schottland
The Forum’s server and software was victim to a cyber-attack last week. First seen on facebook.com Jump to article: www.facebook.com/TheMortonForum/posts/pfbid02XtdySzZ81JMvvABZ6zaD4EfDJ8yXtsUrjqHxjoiPwCZofFjrnXfseck3i7GnP9QTl
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Reflectiz Joins the Datadog Marketplace
Reflectiz, a leading cybersecurity company specializing in web exposure management, today announced a new integration with Datadog, Inc. (NASDAQ: DDOG), the monitoring and security platform for cloud applications. This integration combines advanced website security intelligence with enterprise-grade observability, empowering organizations with continuous visibility and control over their expanding attack surface. The partnership introduces the Reflectiz…
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US Announces Arresting Chinese Hacker Linked to HAFNIUM Group
A Chinese state-sponsored hacker, Xu Zewei, 33, has been arrested for his alleged role in the widespread HAFNIUM cyber attacks and theft of COVID-19 research. Learn about the charges and China’s Ministry of State Security involvement. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/us-arresting-chinese-hacker-linked-to-hafnium-group/
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Supply Chain Attack Unleashed via Compromised VS Code Extension
Tags: attack, blockchain, crypto, cyber, github, malicious, open-source, software, supply-chain, threat, toolA sophisticated supply chain attack targeting cryptocurrency developers through the compromise of ETHcode, a legitimate Visual Studio Code extension with nearly 6,000 installations. The attack, executed through a malicious GitHub pull request, demonstrates how threat actors can weaponize trusted development tools using minimal code changes, raising serious concerns about open-source software security in the blockchain…
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The cloud-native imperative for effective cyber resilience
Archive deleted First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/07/08/cloud-native-cyber-resilience/
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FUNNULL Uses Amazon and Microsoft Cloud to Hide Malicious Infrastructure
A sophisticated threat network called >>Triad Nexus,
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Hg Purchases A-Lign to Accelerate Cyber Compliance Growth
Cybersecurity Compliance Vendor A-Lign Plans Global Expansion With Backing From Hg. Cybersecurity compliance firm A-LIGN has received a majority investment from Hg, a top tech-focused private equity firm. The deal supports A-LIGN’s global ambitions to deliver SOC 2 and other compliance audits and leverages Hg’s expertise in scaling data and AI-driven services. First seen on…
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Google Launches Advanced Protection for Vulnerable Users via Chrome on Android
Google has announced the expansion of its Advanced Protection Program to Chrome on Android, providing enhanced security features specifically designed for high-risk users including journalists, elected officials, and public figures. The new device-level security setting, available on Android 16 with Chrome 137+, offers comprehensive protection against sophisticated cyber threats through three key security enhancements. The…
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Qantas details impact of data breach on 5.7 million customers
Australian flag carrier begins notifying millions of individuals after a cyber attack on a call centre, confirming that while financial and passport details are safe, a significant volume of other personal information was compromised First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366627295/Qantas-details-impact-of-data-breach-on-57-million-customers
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SparkKitty Malware Steals Photos from iOS and Android Devices
A sophisticated Trojan malware campaign has been targeting mobile device users across iOS and Android platforms since February 2024, with cybersecurity researchers identifying a significant escalation in photo theft capabilities that poses particular risks to cryptocurrency users and individuals storing sensitive information in their device galleries. SparkKitty represents a concerning evolution in mobile malware distribution,…
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Qantas details impact of data breach on 5.7 million customers
Australian flag carrier begins notifying millions of individuals after a cyber attack on a call centre, confirming that while financial and passport details are safe, a significant volume of other personal information was compromised First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366627295/Qantas-details-impact-of-data-breach-on-57-million-customers
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Microsoft Fixes Wormable Remote Code Execution Flaw in Windows and Server
Tags: cve, cyber, flaw, malicious, microsoft, network, remote-code-execution, update, vulnerability, windowsMicrosoft has released critical security updates addressing a severe remote code execution vulnerability that could allow attackers to execute malicious code across networks without user interaction. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-47981, affects Windows client machines running Windows 10 version 1607 and above, potentially exposing millions of systems to cyberattacks. Critical Security Vulnerability Details TheSPNEGO Extended…
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Train smarter, respond faster: Close the skill gaps in your SOC
>>In today’s fast-paced digital landscape
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Microsoft 365 PDF Export Feature Vulnerable to LFI Sensitive Data at Risk
A critical security vulnerability in Microsoft 365’s PDF export functionality has been discovered and subsequently patched, highlighting significant risks to sensitive enterprise data. The vulnerability, which earned its discoverer a $3,000 bounty from Microsoft’s Security Response Center (MSRC), exposed a Local File Inclusion (LFI) attack vector that could potentially compromise confidential system information across multi-tenant…
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XMRig Malware Disables Windows Updates and Scheduled Tasks to Maintain Persistence
Monero (XMR), a cryptocurrency, saw a spectacular surge in early 2025, rising 45% from $196 to $285 by May, with a notable peak in April. This surge coincided with a high-profile Bitcoin theft in the US, where the stolen assets were reportedly converted into Monero by a single individual, drawing attention to the privacy-focused coin.…
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BERT Ransomware Can Force Shutdown of ESXi Virtual Machines to Hinder Recovery
A newly identified ransomware group, BERT, tracked by Trend Micro as Water Pombero, has emerged as a significant threat to organizations across Asia, Europe, and the US. First observed in April, BERT targets critical sectors such as healthcare, technology, and event services, employing a dual-platform approach to infect both Windows and Linux systems. Threat Targeting…
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Hackers Manipulate Search Results to Target IT Pros with Trojanized PuTTY and WinSCP
Arctic Wolf has uncovered a cunning cybersecurity threat that exploits search engine optimization (SEO) poisoning and malvertising tactics to distribute Trojanized versions of widely used IT tools such as PuTTY and WinSCP. This campaign cunningly targets IT professionals and system administrators, individuals who frequently rely on these tools for secure file transfers and remote system…