Tag: cyber
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Digital Ghosting, The Third Step in Breach Readiness
Learn how Digital Ghosting and microsegmentation strategies can enhance cyber defense, boosting your organization’s breach readiness. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/digital-ghosting-the-third-step-in-breach-readiness/
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19 Billion Passwords Leaked: Protect Yourself from Cyber Threats
Discover the implications of the 19 billion passwords leaked in the RockYou2024 breach. Learn essential actions to secure your accounts now! First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/19-billion-passwords-leaked-protect-yourself-from-cyber-threats/
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US sanctions firm linked to cyber scams behind $200 million in losses
The U.S. Treasury Department has sanctioned Funnull Technology, a Philippines-based company that supports hundreds of thousands of malicious websites behind cyber scams linked to over $200 million in losses for Americans. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-sanctions-company-linked-to-hundreds-of-thousands-of-cyber-scam-sites/
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Apache InLong JDBC Vulnerability Enables Deserialization of Untrusted Data
A moderate-severity vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-27522, has been disclosed in Apache InLong, a popular data integration platform. The flaw, affecting versions 1.13.0 through 2.1.0, centers on the deserialization of untrusted data during JDBC (Java Database Connectivity) verification processing. This vulnerability is classified as a secondary mining bypass for the previously reported CVE-2024-26579, indicating that earlier…
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Criminal IP Set to Make Its Debut at Infosecurity Europe 2025
Criminal IP, the AI-powered threat intelligence platform developed by AI SPERA (led by CEO Byungtak Kang), has announced its first participation in Infosecurity Europe 2025, the largest cybersecurity conference in Europe. The event will take place from June 3 to 5, 2025, at ExCeL London, where Criminal IP will engage with global security professionals at…
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Windows 11 File Explorer Vulnerability Enables NTLM Hash Theft
A newly disclosed vulnerability, CVE-2025-24071, has been identified in Windows File Explorer, specifically affecting Windows 11 (23H2) and earlier versions that support .library-ms files and the SMB protocol. This flaw enables attackers to capture NTLM (New Technology LAN Manager) authentication hashes simply by tricking a user into extracting a malicious ZIP archive”, no further interaction…
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A DefenseDepth Approach for the Modern Era
By integrating intelligent network policies, zero-trust principles, and AI-driven insights, enterprises can create a robust defense against the next generation of cyber threats. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/defense-depth-approach-modern-era
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New Windows RAT Evades Detection for Weeks Using Corrupted DOS and PE Headers
Cybersecurity researchers have taken the wraps off an unusual cyber attack that leveraged malware with corrupted DOS and PE headers, according to new findings from Fortinet.The DOS (Disk Operating System) and PE (Portable Executable) headers are essential parts of a Windows PE file, providing information about the executable.While the DOS header makes the executable file…
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China-linked hackers exploit Google Calendar in cyberattacks on governments
Tags: china, cyber, cyberattack, espionage, exploit, google, government, hacker, intelligence, threatGoogle Threat Intelligence spotted the China-based operation known as APT41 leveraging the company’s own Calendar app as part of a cyber-espionage campaign. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/china-linked-apt41-exploits-google-calendar-in-cyberattacks
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New Microsoft Entra Connect Update Replaces Legacy Login Methods
Quantum computing is rapidly emerging as one of the most transformative technology trends of 2025, promising to revolutionize industries by solving complex problems that are currently beyond the reach of classical computers. Unlike traditional computers that process information in binary code”, using bits that represent either 0 or 1″, quantum computers use qubits, which can…
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New PumaBot Hijacks IoT Devices via SSH Brute-Force for Persistent Access
Tags: access, botnet, cyber, cybersecurity, data-breach, exploit, Internet, iot, malicious, malware, software, threat, vulnerabilityA sophisticated new malware, dubbed PumaBot, has emerged as a significant threat to Internet of Things (IoT) devices worldwide. Cybersecurity researchers have identified this malicious software as a highly advanced botnet that exploits weak security configurations in IoT ecosystems, particularly targeting devices with exposed SSH (Secure Shell) ports. Emerging Threat Targets Vulnerable IoT Ecosystems By…
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Critical Argo CD Flaw Exposes Kubernetes Clusters to Full Resource Manipulation
A critical cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability, officially tracked as CVE-2025-47933 and GHSA-2hj5-g64g-fp6p, has been identified in Argo CD, a widely used open-source GitOps tool for Kubernetes. This flaw affects the repository URL handling mechanism in the Argo CD user interface, specifically due to improper validation of URL protocols in the ui/src/app/shared/components/urls.ts file. Attackers can exploit…
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Hackers Exploit Cloudflare Tunnels to Launch Stealthy Cyberattacks
Tags: cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, endpoint, exploit, group, hacker, international, malicious, network, ransomware, toolThe cybersecurity landscape, malicious actors, including notorious ransomware groups like BlackSuit, Royal, Akira, Scattered Spider, Medusa, and Hunters International, have been exploiting Cloudflared, a legitimate tunneling tool by Cloudflare, to orchestrate stealthy cyberattacks. Originally known as “Argo,” Cloudflared is designed to enable secure communication between remote endpoints over untrusted networks by encapsulating data in proprietary…
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CISA Issues SOAR, SIEM Implementation Guidance
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) recommend that organizations conduct thorough testing and manage costs, which can be hefty, before implementing the platforms. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/cisa-soar-siem-implementation-guidance
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UK military to establish new Cyber and Electromagnetic Command
Britain’s strategic defense review calls for a new Cyber and Electromagnetic Command to “lead defensive cyber operations and coordinate offensive cyber capabilities” with the military’s National Cyber Force. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/uk-military-new-cyber-electromagnetic-command
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RSAC Fireside Chat: Cyber risk mitigation turns personaldefending the CEO as an attack vector
Executives are under digital siege”, and most don’t even know it. Related: Shareholders sue over murder At RSAC 2025, I sat down with Chuck Randolph, SVP of Strategic Intelligence and Security at 360 Privacy, to unpack a… (more”¦) First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/rsac-fireside-chat-cyber-risk-mitigation-turns-personal-defending-the-ceo-as-an-attack-vector/
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UTG015 Hackers Launch Massive Brute-Force Attacks on Government Web Servers
The hacker group UTG-Q-015, first identified in December 2024 for mounting attacks on major websites like CSDN, has escalated its malicious activities, targeting government and enterprise web servers with unprecedented aggression. Initially disclosed for their tactics of website manipulation, the group has since pivoted to exploiting 0day and Nday vulnerabilities, launching widespread brute-force scanning and…
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CISA Releases Dedicated SIEM SOAR Guide for Cybersecurity Professionals
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms are essential for detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time. However, the effectiveness of a SIEM system depends heavily on the quality and prioritization of logs ingested. This article explores best practices for SIEM log ingestion, technical considerations, and provides a reference table of high-priority…
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Critical Dell PowerStore T Vulnerability Allows Full System Compromise
As part of its ongoing commitment to product security, Dell Technologies has released a significant update for the PowerStore T family, remediating a series of vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors to compromise affected systems. The update, detailed in advisory DSA-2025-223, is rated as high impact and urges immediate attention from all PowerStore…
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New Research Reveals Key TCP SYN Patterns for Detecting Malicious Activity
A groundbreaking study by NETSCOUT, utilizing data from their honeypot systems designed to capture unsolicited internet traffic, has shed light on the intricate patterns within Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) SYN segments the initial step in the TCP three-way handshake. Published in April 2025, the research meticulously analyzes packet headers to identify trends and anomalies in…
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Victoria’s Secret Website Taken Offline After Cybersecurity Breach
Victoria’s Secret, the iconic lingerie retailer, has taken its US website offline and suspended some in-store services following a major cybersecurity incident. Customers attempting to access the site since Monday have been greeted with a black screen and a terse message: “We identified and are taking steps to address a security incident. We have taken…
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New ChoiceJacking Exploit Targets Android and iOS via Infected Charging Ports
A team of cybersecurity researchers from the Institute of Information Security and A-SIT Secure Information Technology Centre Austria has unveiled a new class of USB-based attacks on mobile devices, dubbed “ChoiceJacking.” This attack revives and surpasses the notorious “juice jacking” threat from a decade ago, which prompted Apple and Google to introduce user confirmation prompts…
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Woodpecker: Red Teaming Tool Targets AI, Kubernetes, and API Vulnerabilities
Operant AI has announced the release of Woodpecker, an open-source automated red teaming engine designed to make advanced security testing accessible to organizations of all sizes. Traditionally, red teaming”, simulated cyberattacks conducted by ethical hackers to uncover vulnerabilities”, has been a privilege reserved for large enterprises with significant security budgets. With Woodpecker, Operant AI aims…
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Malicious WordPress Plugin Disguised as Java Update Infects Site Visitors
A troubling new cyber threat has emerged targeting WordPress websites, where a malicious plugin masquerading as a legitimate tool tricks visitors into downloading harmful software. Disguised as “Yoast SEO” with convincing metadata, this plugin was recently uncovered in the /wp-content/plugins/contact-form/ directory of an infected site. Rather than providing SEO functionality, it injects a deceptive JavaScript…
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Critical OneDrive Flaw Lets Malicious Websites Access All Your Files
A newly revealed vulnerability in Microsoft’s OneDrive File Picker has placed millions of users at risk, enabling popular web applications, including ChatGPT, Slack, Trello, and ClickUp, to gain full read access to users’ entire OneDrive accounts. The flaw, uncovered by the Oasis Security Research Team, stems from excessive OAuth permissions and insecure token management, raising…
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APT Hackers Turn Google Calendar Into Command Hub Using TOUGHPROGRESS Malware, Google Alerts
Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), a sophisticated malware campaign dubbed >>TOUGHPROGRESS