Tag: cyber
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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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APT Hackers Turn Google Calendar Into Command Hub Using TOUGHPROGRESS Malware, Google Alerts
Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG), a sophisticated malware campaign dubbed >>TOUGHPROGRESS
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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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What CISOs can learn from the frontlines of fintech cybersecurity
At Span Cyber Security Arena, I sat down with Ria Shetty, Director, Cyber Security Resilience for Europe at Mastercard. Our conversation cut through the hype and … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/29/ria-shetty-mastercard-cybersecurity-innovation/
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New Cyber Threat: UTG015 Exploits 0-Days for Espionage in Asia
In a threat intelligence report, the Qi’anxin Threat Intelligence Center has exposed a series of highly targeted attacks First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/new-cyber-threat-utg-q-015-exploits-0-days-for-espionage-in-asia/
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Building a Security Portfolio Even When You’re a Blue Teamer
Things to Include on Your CV When Your Job Focuses on Keeping Systems Running If you’re a junior SOC analyst, a GRC specialist, or someone working in ICS environments, the idea of a cyber portfolio might seem irrelevant. It’s not. Employers need tangible proof of your skills, and a well-constructed portfolio does just that –…
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Adidas confirms customer data was accessed during cyber attack
Sportswear manufacturer Adidas has confirmed its systems were infiltrated by an unauthorised third party First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366624963/Adidas-confirms-customer-data-was-accessed-during-cyber-attack
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Separating hype from reality: How cybercriminals are actually using AI
Tags: ai, attack, automation, cyber, cyberattack, cybercrime, cybersecurity, data, defense, exploit, framework, group, incident response, malicious, mitre, strategy, technology, threat, vulnerability, zero-dayThe evolution of AI: Preparing defenders for tomorrow’s threats: As security professionals chart their defensive strategies, we must consider how AI will reshape cybercrime in the coming years. We also need to anticipate the fundamental pivots attackers will make, and what this evolution means for our entire industry. AI will inevitably impact vulnerability discovery, enable…
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Cisco warns of FinTech cyber gaps in Saudi Arabia
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/cisco-warns-of-fintech-cyber-gaps-in-saudi-arabia
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New Silent Push Chrome tool delivers real-time cyber intel
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/new-silent-push-chrome-tool-delivers-real-time-cyber-intel
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U.S. cyber veteran urges stronger Korea response
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/u-s-cyber-veteran-urges-stronger-korea-response
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State of Healthcare Cybersecurity: Progress and Pitfalls
Phil Englert of Health ISAC, Murad Dikeidek of UI Health on Conquering Challenges. While the healthcare sector is making progress in cyber resilience, it still faces deep-rooted challenges, including collaboration, cyber workforce issues and budget constraints, necessitating a constant need for adaptation and re-prioritization, say security experts Phil Englert and Murad Dikeidek. First seen on…
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Czech Republic accuses China’s APT31 of a cyberattack on its Foreign Ministry
The Czech government condemned China after linking cyber espionage group APT31 to a cyberattack on its critical infrastructure. The Czech government strongly condemned China after the cyber espionage group APT31 was linked to a cyberattack targeting the nation’s critical infrastructure. The Czech government condemned China after APT31 hackers infiltrated a ministry’s unclassified system in 2022…
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95% of Organizations Lack a Quantum Computing Strategy
ISACA Survey: 51% See Cyber Risk Hike; 46% Expect Regulatory, Compliance Challenges. Quantum technology is still emerging, but experts warn that failing to act now could jeopardize future data security. To safeguard tomorrow’s information, organizations must start developing a post-quantum cryptography strategy and upskill their workforce today. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/95-organizations-lack-quantum-computing-strategy-a-28501
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Zanubis Android Malware Harvests Banking Credentials and Executes Remote Commands
The Zanubis Android banking Trojan has evolved into a highly sophisticated threat, initially targeting financial institutions in Peru before expanding its scope to virtual cards and cryptocurrency wallets. This malware, known for impersonating legitimate Peruvian Android apps, tricks users into granting accessibility permissions, thereby enabling extensive data theft and remote control capabilities. Evolution of a…
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Cybercriminals Are Turning Ordinary Citizens Into Money Mules in a New ‘RentBank-Account’ Scam
Cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerable individuals by transforming them into unwitting money mules through a sophisticated fraud known as the ‘rent-a-bank-account’ scam. This scam involves fraudsters enticing people, often those in financial distress, with promises of quick cash in exchange for temporarily “lending” their bank accounts for transactions. Luring Victims with Promises of Easy Money A…
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Apple Blocked 2 million Malicious App $9 Billion in Fraudulent Transactions
Apple has strengthened the App Store as a bulwark of confidence, a remarkable testament to its commitment to customer safety. According to the company’s annual fraud analysis, over the past five years, Apple has thwarted more than $9 billion in fraudulent transactions, with a staggering $2 billion prevented in 2024 alone. This achievement underscores Apple’s…
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Your Mobile Apps May Not Be as Secure as You Think”¦ FireTail Blog
Tags: access, ai, android, api, authentication, banking, best-practice, cloud, control, cyber, cybersecurity, data, encryption, finance, leak, mobile, password, phone, risk, threat, vulnerabilityMay 28, 2025 – Lina Romero – Your Mobile Apps May Not Be as Secure as You Think”¦ Excerpt: Cybersecurity risks are too close for comfort. Recent data from the Global Mobile Threat Report reveals that our mobile phone applications are most likely exposing our data due to insecure practices such as API key hardcoding.…
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Worldwide Operation Shuts Down Hundreds of Ransomware Servers and Domains, Ending Key Attack Infrastructure
Law enforcement and judicial officials, working together with Europol and Eurojust, have dealt a devastating blow to the worldwide ransomware ecosystem in a historic international operation. From May 19 to 22, 2025, Operation Endgame targeted the critical infrastructure behind ransomware attacks, dismantling approximately 300 servers and neutralizing 650 malicious domains worldwide. This operation not only…
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Evertz SDN Vulnerabilities Enable Unauthenticated Arbitrary Command Execution
A newly disclosed critical vulnerability (CVE-2025-4009) in Evertz’s Software Defined Video Network (SDVN) product line exposes a wide range of broadcasting infrastructure to unauthenticated remote code execution. The flaw, uncovered by ONEKEY Research Labs, affects the core web administration interface shared by multiple Evertz devices, putting global media operations at risk. Unauthenticated Arbitrary Command Injection…
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Russian APT28 Hackers Attacking NATO-aligned Organizations to Steal Sensitive Data
Russia’s GRU-backed APT28, widely known as Fancy Bear, has intensified its cyber espionage campaign against NATO-aligned organizations. Active since at least 2007, this notorious threat actor has been attributed to a series of sophisticated attacks targeting critical infrastructure, government entities, and logistics firms across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Poland, Ukraine, and other…