Tag: cyber
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BPFDoor Malware Uses Reverse Shell to Expand Control Over Compromised Networks
A new wave of cyber espionage attacks has brought BPFDoor malware into the spotlight as a stealthy and dangerous tool for compromising networks. According to security experts at Trend Micro, BPFDoor is a state-sponsored backdoor attributed to the advanced persistent threat (APT) group known as Earth Bluecrow (also referred to as Red Menshen). This malware…
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Government faces claims of serious security and data protection problems in One Login digital ID
The Government Digital Service was warned about serious cyber security and data protection problems in its flagship digital identity system, with insider claims that the data of three million users may still be at risk First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366622533/Government-faces-claims-of-serious-cyber-security-and-data-protection-problems-in-One-Login-digital-ID
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How Online Poker Platforms Stay a Step Ahead of Cyber Threats
Online poker is exploding more people than ever are playing from their phones and laptops instead of going to casinos. With such change comes a big responsibility for poker sites and apps keeping everything safe. Players expect fast gameplay, smooth payments, and, most importantly, to feel safe. That’s why leading poker platforms are The post…
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EU’s GDPR Article 7 Poses New Challenges for Businesses To Secure AI-Generated Image Data
As businesses worldwide embrace digital transformation, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), enacted in 2018, remains a cornerstone of data privacy and security. A recent safety report highlighting the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has renewed focus on GDPR compliance, particularly Article 7, which governs consent requirements for handling personal data, including…
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Morocco Investigation Major Data Breach Allegedly Claimed by Algerian Hackers
The National Social Security Fund (CNSS) of Morocco has confirmed that initial checks on leaked documents circulating on social media have revealed that much of the information is false, inaccurate, or incomplete. Officials state these documents originated from a cyber attack targeting the organization’s computer systems. The CNSS has activated security protocols, launched an internal…
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Smishing Campaign Hits Toll Road Users with $5 Payment Scam
Cybersecurity researchers at Cisco Talos have uncovered a large-scale smishing campaign targeting toll road users across the United States. The campaign, which has been active since October 2024, impersonates toll road payment services, luring unsuspecting victims into revealing their personal and financial information through fraudulent payment requests. The Scam Unveiled The smishing campaign revolves around…
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IBM Aspera Faspex Flaw Allows Injection of Malicious JavaScript in Web UI
A significant security vulnerability has been identified in IBM Aspera Faspex 5, a popular file exchange solution. The flaw, designated as CVE-2025-3423, allows attackers to inject malicious JavaScript into the web interface, potentially compromising sensitive user data. Vulnerability Details The vulnerability is classified as a DOM-based Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) issue. It enables authenticated users to…
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Chinese APT Group Targets Ivanti VPN Vulnerabilities to Breach Networks
Tags: apt, attack, breach, china, cyber, cybersecurity, data-breach, group, ivanti, network, threat, vpn, vulnerabilityIn a concerning report from cybersecurity firm TeamT5, it has been revealed that a Chinese Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group leveraged critical vulnerabilities in Ivanti Connect Secure VPN appliances to launch a global cyberattack. The breach affected nearly 20 industries across 12 countries, leaving networks exposed and under persistent threat. Global Victimology The widespread attack…
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AI hallucinations lead to a new cyber threat: Slopsquatting
These hallucinations are bad news: These package hallucinations are particularly dangerous as they were found to be persistent, repetitive, and believable.When researchers reran 500 prompts that had previously produced hallucinated packages, 43% of hallucinations reappeared every time in 10 successive re-runs, with 58% of them appearing in more than one run.The study concluded that this…
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VMware ESXi 8.0 Update 3e Is Now Free, Here’s What’s New
VMware has announced thatESXi 8.0 Update 3e, the latest version of its industry-leading hypervisor, is now available for download at no cost. Released onApril 10, 2025, this update is packed with enhancements, critical fixes, and new features, solidifying VMware’s dominance in the virtualization space. Free Access to ESXi 8.0 Traditionally a component of VMware’s broader…
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MIWIC25: Anastasiia Ostrovska, co-founder CEO Women’s Leadership and Strategic Initiatives Foundation (WLSIF)
Organised by Eskenzi PR in media partnership with the IT Security Guru, the Most Inspiring Women in Cyber Awards aim to shed light on the remarkable women in our industry. The following is a feature on one of 2024’s Top 20 women selected by an esteemed panel of judges. Presented in a Q&A format, the nominee’s answers are…
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Slow Pisces Group Targets Developers Using Coding Challenges Laced with Python Malware
A North Korean state-sponsored threat group known as >>Slow Pisces
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DoJ Launches Critical National Security Program to Protect Americans’ Sensitive Data
The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a landmark initiative to block foreign adversaries”, including China, Russia, and Iran”, from exploiting commercial channels to access sensitive American data. The Data Security Program (DSP), enacted under Executive Order 14117, establishes stringent controls over transactions involving U.S. government-related data and bulk personal information such as genomic, financial,…
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FortiGate 0-Day Exploit Allegedly Up for Sale on Dark Web
A chilling new development in the cybersecurity landscape has emerged, as a threat actor has reportedly advertised an alleged zero-day exploit targeting Fortinet’s FortiGate firewalls on a prominent dark web forum. This exploit purportedly enables unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE) and full configuration access to FortiOS, unlocking the potential for attackers to seize control of…
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Alleged FUD Malware ‘GYware’ Advertised on Hacker Forum for $35/Month
A new Remote Access Trojan (RAT) known as >>GYware>best of 2025,
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Adaptive MFA: The Future of Dynamic Identity Security in 2025
Adaptive MFA is no longer optional”, it’s a strategic imperative. By blending contextual intelligence with user-centric design, businesses can thwart cyber threats, comply with regulations, and foster trust in an increasingly digital world. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/adaptive-mfa-the-future-of-dynamic-identity-security-in-2025/
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What boards want and don’t want to hear from cybersecurity leaders
Tags: access, business, ciso, compliance, control, cyber, cybersecurity, email, malicious, metric, phishing, risk, security-incident, skills, strategy, technology, threat, training, update“It’s only when you report to someone not involved in technology that you realize you’re talking in jargon or not close to talking the language of the business,” says Bennett. Decoding what the board wants from security leaders: Cybersecurity leaders need regular contact with boards to foster familiarity and understanding. Without this, a lack of…
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Kaspersky Shares 12 Essential Tips for Messaging App Security and Privacy
In an era where instant messaging apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, iMessage, Viber, and WeChat dominate personal and professional communication, digital privacy and security have never been more critical. To help users keep their accounts secure and private, cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky have shared 12 simple yet effective tips for safe messaging practices. Here’s a…
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DDoS-Angriffe auf Webseiten der Regierung von Marokko
Massive cyber attack hits Moroccan government websites: experts blame Algeria First seen on en.hespress.com Jump to article: en.hespress.com/107975-massive-cyber-attack-hits-moroccan-government-websites-experts-blame-algeria.html
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Threat Actors Manipulate Search Results to Lure Users to Malicious Websites
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting search engine optimization (SEO) techniques and paid advertisements to manipulate search engine results, pushing malicious websites to the top where unsuspecting users are likely to click. In recent years, this tactic, often known as SEO poisoning or black hat SEO, has seen cybercriminals hijack the reputation of legitimate websites to promote…
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Hackers Imitate Google Chrome Install Page on Google Play to Distribute Android Malware
Cybersecurity experts have unearthed an intricate cyber campaign that leverages deceptive websites posing as the Google Play Store to distribute Android malware. These websites, hosted on newly registered domains, create a façade of credible application installation pages, enticing victims with downloads that appear legitimate, including apps like Google Chrome. The sites are engineered with features…
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HelloKitty Ransomware Returns, Launching Attacks on Windows, Linux, and ESXi Environments
Security researchers and cybersecurity experts have recently uncovered new variants of the notorious HelloKitty ransomware, signaling its resurgence with attacks targeting Windows, Linux, and ESXi environments. HelloKitty ransomware, initially appearing in October 2020 as a fork of DeathRansom, has evolved significantly in its encryption methods. The ransomware now embeds an RSA-2048 public key, which is…
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RansomHub Ransomware Group Hits 84 Organizations as New Threat Actors Emerge
The RansomHub ransomware group has emerged as a significant danger, targeting a wide array of industries across the globe. In March 2025, this group alone managed to compromise 84 organizations, while new groups like Arkana and CrazyHunter have introduced sophisticated tools and strategies to intensify ransomware attacks. Sophistication in Attack Methods Ransomware groups in March…
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Ivanti 0-Day RCE Flaw Exploitation Details Revealed
Tags: cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, ivanti, rce, remote-code-execution, vulnerability, zero-dayA critical unauthenticated Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability, CVE-2025-22457, has been disclosed by Ivanti, sparking concerns across the cybersecurity industry. The flaw, which affects several Ivanti products, allows attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially compromising sensitive enterprise environments. Researchers, including the Rapid7 vulnerability team, have provided a detailed breakdown of how the flaw was exploited and what…
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Microsoft Issues Urgent Patch to Fix Office Update Crash
Microsoft has released an urgent patch for Office 2016 to address a critical issue causing key applications like Word, Excel, and Outlook to crash unexpectedly. The new update, KB5002623, was issued on April 10, 2025, following widespread reports of performance disruptions attributed to the earlier KB5002700 update. This latest patch applies exclusively to the Microsoft…
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Jenkins Docker Vulnerability Allows Hackers to Hijack Network Traffic
A newly disclosed vulnerability affecting Jenkins Docker images has raised serious concerns about network security. The vulnerability, stemming from the reuse of SSH host keys, could allow attackers to impersonate Jenkins build agents and hijack sensitive network traffic. Vulnerability Details The core issue arises from the way SSH host keys are automatically generated during image…
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Nakasone on Cyber Command, NSA firings and the future of the ‘dual-hat’ relationship
Tags: cyberNakasone said he didn’t know “what really occurred” and has not spoken to either Haugh or Noble since the presidential decisions were made, but he lauded both of them as “extraordinary leaders.” First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/nakasone-cyber-command-nsa-firings-dual-hat-section-702
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Google bets on unifying security tools to ease CISO pain
At Google Cloud Next in Las Vegas, Google launches its Unified Security platform with the goal of bringing together disparate security solutions to help cyber leaders and practitioners address their most keenly felt pain points First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366622474/Google-bets-on-unifying-security-tools-to-ease-CISO-pain