Tag: malicious
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Serious Flaws Patched in Model Context Protocol Tools
Always Secure MCP Servers Connecting LLMs to External Systems, Experts Warn. Warning: Popular technology designed to make it easy for artificial intelligence tools to connect with external applications and data sources can be turned to malicious use. Researchers discovered two separate vulnerabilities tied to tools in the ecosystem around model context protocol, or MCP. First…
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Verified, featured, and malicious: RedDirection campaign reveals browser marketplace failures
Browser hijacking and phishing risks: According to their research, the malicious code was embedded in each extension’s background service worker and used browser APIs to monitor tab activity. Captured data, including URLs and unique tracking IDs, was sent to attacker-controlled servers, which in turn provided redirect instructions.The setup enabled several attack scenarios, including redirection to…
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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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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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FUNNULL Uses Amazon and Microsoft Cloud to Hide Malicious Infrastructure
A sophisticated threat network called >>Triad Nexus,
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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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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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Malicious Open Source Packages Spike 188% YoY
Data exfiltration was the most common malware in Sonatype report, with more than 4,400 packages designed to steal secrets, personally identifiable information, credentials, and API tokens. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/application-security/malicious-open-source-packages-spike
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NetSupport RAT Spreads Through Compromised WordPress Sites Using ClickFix Technique
The Cybereason Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by threat actors who are exploiting compromised WordPress websites to distribute malicious versions of the legitimate NetSupport Manager Remote Access Tool (RAT). This campaign, detailed in a recent report, employs phishing emails, PDF attachments, and even gaming websites to lure unsuspecting users into…
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Hackers Use Leaked Shellter Tool License to Spread Lumma Stealer and SectopRAT Malware
In yet another instance of threat actors repurposing legitimate tools for malicious purposes, it has been discovered that hackers are exploiting a popular red teaming tool called Shellter to distribute stealer malware.The company behind the software said a company that had recently purchased Shellter Elite licenses leaked their copy, prompting malicious actors to weaponize the…
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Anatsa Android Banking Trojan Hits 90,000 Users with Fake PDF App on Google Play
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered an Android banking malware campaign that has leveraged a trojan named Anatsa to target users in North America using malicious apps published on Google’s official app marketplace.The malware, disguised as a “PDF Update” to a document viewer app, has been caught serving a deceptive overlay when users attempt to access their…
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Malicious Pull Request Targets 6,000+ Developers via Vulnerable Ethcode VS Code Extension
Cybersecurity researchers have flagged a supply chain attack targeting a Microsoft Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extension called Ethcode that has been installed a little over 6,000 times.The compromise, per ReversingLabs, occurred via a GitHub pull request that was opened by a user named Airez299 on June 17, 2025.First released by 7finney in 2022, Ethcode…
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Researchers Reveal 18 Malicious Chrome and Edge Extensions Disguised as Everyday Tools
Researchers from Koi Security have detected 18 malicious Chrome and Edge extensions masquerading as benign productivity and entertainment tools First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/18-malicious-chrome-edge-extensions/
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Malicious Chrome extensions with 1.7M installs found on Web Store
Almost a dozen malicious extensions with 1.7 million downloads in Google’s Chrome Web Store could track users, steal browser activity, and redirect to potentially unsafe web addresses. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malicious-chrome-extensions-with-17m-installs-found-on-web-store/
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Malicious Open Source Packages Surge 188% Annually
Sonatype’s latest Open Source Malware Index report has identified more than 16,000 malicious open source packages, representing a 188% annual increase First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/malicious-open-source-surge-188/
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Researchers Uncover Batavia Windows Spyware Stealing Documents from Russian Firms
Russian organizations have been targeted as part of an ongoing campaign that delivers a previously undocumented Windows spyware called Batavia.The activity, per cybersecurity vendor Kaspersky, has been active since July 2024.”The targeted attack begins with bait emails containing malicious links, sent under the pretext of signing a contract,” the Russian company said. “The main goal…
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End of life for Microsoft Office puts malicious macros in the security spotlight
Attack Surface Reduction rules to abide by: Implementing Attack Surface Reduction rules can greatly limit the scope and impact of most malicious macros.If you’ve completely disabled macros in your organization, then ASR rules are not needed. But if you still rely on macros, the following rules are worth setting:Block all Office applications from creating child…
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Critical Vulnerabilities in KIA Infotainment Let Attackers Inject Code with PNG Files
A recent security analysis has uncoveredcritical vulnerabilitiesin the infotainment systems of KIA vehicles, raising alarm across the automotive cybersecurity community. These flaws allow attackers to inject and execute malicious code through specially crafted PNG image files, potentially compromising vehicle safety and user privacy. Security researchers, during an in-depth examination of KIA’s head unit and its…
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Critical Vulnerabilities in KIA Infotainment Let Attackers Inject Code with PNG Files
A recent security analysis has uncoveredcritical vulnerabilitiesin the infotainment systems of KIA vehicles, raising alarm across the automotive cybersecurity community. These flaws allow attackers to inject and execute malicious code through specially crafted PNG image files, potentially compromising vehicle safety and user privacy. Security researchers, during an in-depth examination of KIA’s head unit and its…
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TAG-140 Targets Indian Government Via ‘ClickFix-Style’ Lure
The threat actors trick victims into opening a malicious script, leading to the execution of the BroaderAspect .NET loader. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/tag-140-indian-government-clickfix-lure
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DPRK macOS ‘NimDoor’ Malware Targets Web3, Crypto Platforms
Researchers observed North Korean threat actors targeting cryptocurrency and Web3 platforms on Telegram using malicious Zoom meeting requests. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/dprk-macos-nimdoor-malware-web3-crypto-platforms
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SEO Poisoning Campaign Targets 8,500+ SMB Users with Malware Disguised as AI Tools
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a malicious campaign that leverages search engine optimization (SEO) poisoning techniques to deliver a known malware loader called Oyster (aka Broomstick or CleanUpLoader).The malvertising activity, per Arctic Wolf, promotes fake websites hosting trojanized versions of legitimate tools like PuTTY and WinSCP, aiming to trick software professionals First seen on thehackernews.com Jump…
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BladedFeline Exploits Whisper and PrimeCache to Breach IIS and Microsoft Exchange Servers
ESET researchers have uncovered a series of malicious tools deployed by BladedFeline, an Iran-aligned advanced persistent threat (APT) group, targeting Kurdish and Iraqi government officials. Active since at least 2017, BladedFeline has been linked with medium confidence to the notorious OilRig APT group, known for cyberespionage across the Middle East. Sophisticated Cyberespionage Campaign The group’s…
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AiLock Ransomware Emerges with Hybrid Encryption Tactics: ChaCha20 Meets NTRUEncrypt
The AiLock ransomware organization, which Zscaler first discovered in March 2025, has become a powerful force in the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) market, which is a frightening trend for cybersecurity professionals. This malicious entity operates with a sophisticated structure, leveraging both a negotiation site to extract ransoms from victims and a Data Leak Site (DLS) to threaten…
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Eight Malicious Firefox Extensions Expose Users to Credential Theft and Surveillance
The Socket Threat Research Team recently discovered a troubling network of malicious Firefox browser extensions that pose serious threats to user security and privacy. Initially focusing on a single extension, >>Shell Shockers,>mre1903.
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Chrome Store Features Extension Poisoned With Sophisticated Spyware
A color picker for Google’s browser with more than 100,000 downloads hijacks sessions every time a user navigates to a new webpage and also redirects them to malicious sites. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/chrome-store-features-extension-poisoned-sophisticated-spyware
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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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Hundreds of Malicious Domains Registered Ahead of Prime Day
Tags: maliciousCheck Point has discovered over 1000 suspicious domains registered in the run-up to Amazon Prime Day First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/hundreds-malicious-domains/
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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…