Tag: cyber
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Inside the ZIP Trap: How APT36 Targets BOSS Linux to Exfiltrate Critical Data
CYFIRMA has uncovered a highly sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign orchestrated by APT36, also known as Transparent Tribe, a Pakistan-based threat actor with a notorious history of targeting Indian defense and government sectors. This latest operation marks a significant shift in tactics, as APT36 adapts its arsenal to infiltrate Linux-based environments, specifically focusing on BOSS Linux, a…
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NightEagle APT Unleashes Custom Malware and Zero-Days to Infiltrate Industrial Systems
The advanced attack campaigns of a top Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group known as >>NightEagle,
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GOP domestic policy bill includes hundreds of millions for military cyber
Democrats have critiqued the bill for not protecting funds for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. First seen on cyberscoop.com Jump to article: cyberscoop.com/gop-domestic-policy-bill-includes-hundreds-of-millions-for-military-cyber/
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Ingram Micro Confirms Ransomware Incident Impacting Internal Infrastructure
Ingram Micro Holding Corporation (NYSE: INGM), a global leader in technology distribution and supply chain solutions, has confirmed that it recently experienced a ransomware attack targeting certain internal systems. The company issued a statement today addressing the ongoing system outage and the steps being taken to mitigate the impact. Incident Overview According to Ingram Micro,…
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Threat Actors Turn Job Offers into Scams, Causing Over $264 Million in Losses in 2024
In an era marked by a persistent cost-of-living crisis and economic uncertainty, many individuals are seeking side hustles or better-paying jobs to make ends meet. However, threat actors are exploiting this desperation with sophisticated employment scams, netting over $264 million in losses as reported to the FBI in 2024 alone. These scams, often under-reported, thrive…
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New Phishing Attack Impersonates DWP to Steal Credit Card Information from Users
A sophisticated phishing campaign targeting UK residents has been active since late May 2025, with a significant surge in activity during the second half of June. This malicious operation impersonates the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), a key UK government body responsible for welfare and pension services, by sending fraudulent SMS messages to unsuspecting…
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XWorm RAT Deploys New Stagers and Loaders to Bypass Defenses
The XWorm Remote Access Trojan (RAT), a longstanding favorite among cybercriminals, has recently showcased a significant evolution in its attack methodology, employing an array of sophisticated stagers and loaders to evade detection and infiltrate systems. Known for its comprehensive malicious capabilities including keylogging, remote desktop access, data exfiltration, and command execution XWorm has become a…
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Comodo Internet Security 2025 Flaws Allow Remote Code Execution With SYSTEM Privileges
Security researchers have uncovered a series of critical vulnerabilities in Comodo Internet Security 2025, exposing users to remote code execution (RCE) attacks that could grant threat actors SYSTEM-level privileges. These flaws affect Comodo Internet Security Premium version 12.3.4.8162 and potentially other recent releases, putting both individual and enterprise users at risk. CVE ID Vulnerability Type…
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Threat Actors Use AV/EDR Evasion Framework in the Wild to Deploy Malware Payloads
Elastic Security Labs has uncovered multiple campaigns leveraging SHELLTER, a commercial AV/EDR evasion framework originally designed for offensive security evaluations by red teams. Since late April 2025, threat actors have been using what appears to be Shellter Elite v11.0, released on April 16, 2025, to package and deploy various infostealer malware payloads. SHELLTER Framework Exploited…
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Microsoft to Remove PowerShell 2.0 from Windows 11 Due to Security Risks
Microsoft has announced a significant change for Windows 11 users: the removal of Windows PowerShell 2.0, a legacy scripting platform, from upcoming builds. This move, first revealed in the Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27891 released to the Canary Channel, is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance system security and streamline the operating…
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Qwizzserial Android Malware Masquerades as Legit Apps to Steal Banking Data and Intercept 2FA SMS
A new and alarming Android malware family, dubbed Qwizzserial, has emerged as a significant threat, particularly targeting users in Uzbekistan. Discovered by Group-IB in March 2024, this SMS stealer is designed to intercept two-factor authentication (2FA) codes and steal sensitive banking information, posing a severe risk to personal and financial security. Disguised as legitimate applications…
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Windows Update Revamped with Smarter Interface for Security Notifications
Microsoft has announced a significant update to the Windows Update experience, introducing a smarter and more responsive interface designed to keep users better informed about their device’s security status. This latest update, available for Windows 11 version 21H2 and Windows 10 versions 21H2 and 22H2, aims to enhance user awareness regarding critical security updates and…
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Qantas contacted by suspected cyber criminal but airline won’t confirm if hacking ransom demanded
Hacked airline says Australian federal police have been engaged but it ‘won’t be commenting any further on the detail of the contact'<ul><li>Get our <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl”>breaking news email, <a href=”https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3″>free app or <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl”>daily news podcast</li></ul>A potential cyber criminal has made contact with Qantas, the airline has confirmed, after a <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jul/02/qantas-confirms-cyber-attack-exposes-records-of-up-to-6-million-customers”>major attack on its network…
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RingReaper: New Linux EDR Evasion Tool Exploits io_uring Kernel Feature
A new tool named RingReaper is raising eyebrows among defenders and red teamers alike. By leveraging the legitimate, high-performance Linux kernel feature known as io_uring, RingReaper demonstrates how advanced attackers can sidestep even modern Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems. The Rise of io_uring in Offensive Security Introduced in Linux kernel 5.1, io_uring was designed to provide…
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Linux Boot Vulnerability Lets Attackers Bypass Secure Boot Protections
A newly highlighted vulnerability in the Linux boot process exposes a critical weakness in the security posture of many modern distributions. Despite widespread adoption of Secure Boot, full-disk encryption, and bootloader passwords, attackers can still bypass these defenses by exploiting the Initial RAM Filesystem (initramfs) debug shell”, a loophole often overlooked in hardening guides, as…
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ScriptCase Vulnerabilities Allow Remote Code Execution and Full Server Compromise
Two critical vulnerabilities have been discovered in ScriptCase, a popular low-code PHP web application generator, which puts thousands of servers at risk of remote code execution and complete compromise. The flaws, tracked as CVE-2025-47227 and CVE-2025-47228, affect the Production Environment module (also known as the >>prod console
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PoC Released for Linux Privilege Escalation Flaw in udisksd and libblockdev
Security researchers disclosed a critical local privilege escalation (LPE) vulnerability affecting Fedora, SUSE, and other major Linux distributions. The flaw, tracked asCVE-2025-6019, resides in the interaction between theudisksddaemon and its backend library,libblockdev. A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit has been released, demonstrating how a user in the allow_active group can escalate privileges to root with minimal effort in certain…
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Skills gaps send CISOs in search of managed security providers
Tags: access, awareness, business, ciso, compliance, control, cyber, cybersecurity, detection, governance, group, infrastructure, intelligence, jobs, monitoring, msp, mssp, network, penetration-testing, risk, risk-assessment, service, skills, strategy, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerabilitySecurity operations centers (SOCs)Cloud platform managementSIEM and log monitoringFramework-based cybersecurity management functionsThreat intelligence feeds and analysisVulnerability scanning and patch managementEndpoint detection and response (EDR)Firewall and network security managementCompliance tracking and audit support”MSPs already have the infrastructure and staff in place to deliver these services efficiently, and at scale,” Richard Tubb, who runs the MSP community…
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Digital warfare is blurring civilian front lines
Singapore’s defence cyber chief warns that the traditional lines between military conflict and civilian life are blurring, with adversaries now targeting civilian systems and using AI to put the threat landscape on steroids First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366627027/Digital-warfare-is-blurring-civilian-front-lines
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Cyber-Zwischenfall bei einer Luxusmarke in Südkorea
개인정보에 관한 루이비통코리아의 중요 공지 First seen on louisvuitton.com Jump to article: www.louisvuitton.com/documents/privacy-information/kr/information-notice
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CitrixBleed 2 Vulnerability PoC Published Experts Warn of Mass Exploitation Risk
A newly published proof-of-concept (PoC) for the critical CitrixBleed 2 vulnerability (CVE-2025-5777) has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community, with experts warning of imminent mass exploitation risks for organizations using Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway devices. The Vulnerability: CitrixBleed 2 (CVE-2025-5777) Dubbed “CitrixBleed 2” for its eerie resemblance to the notorious CitrixBleed flaw of 2023,…
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Qantas attack reveals one phone call is all it takes to crack cybersecurity’s weakest link: humans
Tags: access, attack, breach, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, email, finance, healthcare, phone, riskOther sectors also at risk from attacks, including healthcare, finance and telecommunications, expert warns<ul><li>Get our <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=cvau_sfl”>breaking news email, <a href=”https://app.adjust.com/w4u7jx3″>free app or <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/series/full-story?CMP=cvau_sfl”>daily news podcast</li></ul>All it can take is a phone call. That’s what <a href=”https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jul/02/qantas-confirms-cyber-attack-exposes-records-of-up-to-6-million-customers”>Qantas learned this week when the personal information of up to 6 million customers was stolen by cybercriminals…
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Technical difficulties or cyber attack? Ingram Micro’s website goes down just in time for the holiday weekend
Nothing says “Holiday Weekend” like a mysterious IT outage. First seen on grahamcluley.com Jump to article: grahamcluley.com/technical-difficulties-or-cyber-attack-ingram-micros-website-goes-down-just-in-time-for-the-holiday-weekend/
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Malicious SEO Plugins on WordPress Can Lead to Site Takeover
A new wave of cyberattacks is targeting WordPress websites through malicious SEO plugins that can lead to complete site takeover. Security analysts have uncovered sophisticated malware campaigns where attackers disguise their plugins to blend seamlessly with legitimate site components, making detection extremely challenging for administrators. One particularly insidious tactic involves naming the malicious plugin after…
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Instagram Now Rotating TLS Certificates Daily with 1-Week Validity
Instagram has begun rotating its TLS certificates on a daily basis, with each certificate valid for just over a week. This approach, which goes far beyond current industry standards, was discovered during routine network debugging and has since been confirmed through systematic monitoring and analysis. Setup and Discovery The anomaly was first noticed when a…
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SquareX Reveals That Employees Are No Longer The Weakest Link, Browser AI Agents Are
Every security practitioner knows that employees are the weakest link in an organization, butthis is no longer the case. SquareX’s research reveals that Browser AI Agents are more likely tofall prey to cyberattacks than employees, making them the new weakest link that enterprisesecurity teams need to look out for. Browser AI Agents are software applications…
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Scattered Spider Enhances Tactics to Exploit Legitimate Tools for Evasion and Persistence
Scattered Spider, also tracked under aliases such as UNC3944, Scatter Swine, and Muddled Libra, has emerged as a formidable financially motivated cybercriminal group since at least May 2022. Initially known for targeting telecommunications and tech firms with phishing and SIM-swapping campaigns, the group has significantly evolved, orchestrating full-spectrum, multi-stage intrusions across both cloud and on-premises…
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Hunters International Is Not Shutting Down, It’s Rebranding
Some admins of Hunters International are now part of the encryption-less cyber extortion group World Leaks First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/ransomware-hunters-international/
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Next.js Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Trigger DoS via Cache Poisoning
A critical vulnerability, tracked asCVE-2025-49826, has been discovered and addressed in the popular React-based web framework, Next.js. The flaw, present in versions >=15.1.0 and <15.1.8, allowed attackers to exploit a cache poisoning bug, potentially leading to a Denial of Service (DoS) condition for affected applications, as per a report by Vercel. CVE ID Affected Versions Severity…