Tag: malicious
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Malicious npm packages found to create a backdoor in legitimate code
Attackers open a reverse shell: This payload is a reverse shell that uses the ssh2 client functionality from the original ethers-provider2 to establish an SSH connection to an attacker-controlled server. The ethers-provider2 ssh client code is modified to listen to certain messages from the server and turn into a reverse shell, meaning the server can…
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Threat Actors Compromise 150,000 Websites to Promote Chinese Gambling Platforms
A large-scale cyberattack has compromised approximately 150,000 legitimate websites by injecting malicious JavaScript to redirect visitors to Chinese-language gambling platforms. The campaign, first detected in February 2025 with 35,000 infected sites, has since expanded significantly, leveraging obfuscated scripts and iframe injections to hijack browsers. Attackers use domains like zuizhongyj[.]com to host payloads, which display full-screen…
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New Report Explains Why CASB Solutions Fail to Address Shadow SaaS and How to Fix It
Whether it’s CRMs, project management tools, payment processors, or lead management tools – your workforce is using SaaS applications by the pound. Organizations often rely on traditional CASB solutions for protecting against malicious access and data exfiltration, but these fall short for protecting against shadow SaaS, data damage, and more.A new report, Understanding SaaS Security…
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Malicious Google Ads Target DeepSeek Users to Spread Malware
Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, with malicious actors exploiting popular platforms like Google Ads to spread malware. Recently, a sophisticated campaign targeting DeepSeek users has been uncovered, highlighting the ongoing risks associated with sponsored search results. The Threat Landscape DeepSeek, a rising platform, has become a lure for cybercriminals who are using fake sponsored Google…
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CISA Adds Sitecore CMS Code Execution Vulnerability to Exploited List
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has included a critical deserialization vulnerability affecting Sitecore CMS and Experience Platform (XP). This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2019-9874, allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating HTTP POST parameters, specifically the __CSRFTOKEN field. The vulnerability exploits a weakness in the Sitecore.Security.AntiCSRF module, enabling malicious actors to send…
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Top 3 MS Office Exploits Hackers Use in 2025 Stay Alert!
Hackers have long used Word and Excel documents as delivery vehicles for malware, and in 2025, these tricks are far from outdated. From phishing schemes to zero-click exploits, malicious Office files are still one of the easiest ways into a victim’s system.Here are the top three Microsoft Office-based exploits still making the rounds this year…
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150,000 Sites Compromised by JavaScript Injection Promoting Chinese Gambling Platforms
An ongoing campaign that infiltrates legitimate websites with malicious JavaScript injects to promote Chinese-language gambling platforms has ballooned to compromise approximately 150,000 sites to date.”The threat actor has slightly revamped their interface but is still relying on an iframe injection to display a full-screen overlay in the visitor’s browser,” c/side security analyst Himanshu First seen…
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CodeQLEAKED: GitHub Supply Chain Attack Enables Code Execution via CodeQL Repositories
A recent discovery has revealed a potential supply chain attack vulnerability in GitHub’s CodeQL repositories, which could have led to wide-ranging consequences for hundreds of thousands of GitHub users. The exploit hinges on a publicly exposed secret found in a GitHub Actions workflow artifact, which, if utilized by an attacker, could allow malicious code execution…
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New ReaderUpdate malware variants target macOS users
New ReaderUpdate malware variants, now written in Crystal, Nim, Rust, and Go, targets macOS users, SentinelOne warns. SentinelOne researchers warn that multiple versions of the ReaderUpdate malware written in Crystal, Nim, Rust, and Go programming languages, are targeting macOS users. ReaderUpdate is a macOS malware loader that has been active since 2020, the malicious code…
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Malicious Android Apps Evade Detection: McAfee
Cybersecurity Firm Finds Rash of Apps Coded With Microsoft .NET MAUI. Cybercriminals are using a Microsoft cross-platform app development framework to create Android malware that bypasses security measures, evades detection and steals user data. Malicious apps spotted by McAfee researchers aren’t traditional Android malware. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/malicious-android-apps-evade-detection-mcafee-a-27836
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Malicious npm Package Modifies Local ‘ethers’ Library to Launch Reverse Shell Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered two malicious packages on the npm registry that are designed to infect another locally installed package, underscoring the continued evolution of software supply chain attacks targeting the open-source ecosystem.The packages in question are ethers-provider2 and ethers-providerz, with the former downloaded 73 times to date since it was published on First seen…
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Malicious npm Packages Deliver Sophisticated Reverse Shells
A newly discovered malware campaign uses malicious npm packages to deploy reverse shells, compromising development environments First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/malicious-npm-packages-deliver/
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New npm attack poisons local packages with backdoors
Two malicious packages were discovered on npm (Node package manager) that covertly patch legitimate, locally installed packages to inject a persistent reverse shell backdoor. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-npm-attack-poisons-local-packages-with-backdoors/
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Pakistan APT Hackers Weaponize malicious IndiaPost Site to Target Windows and Android Users
A Pakistan-based Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, likely APT36, has launched a multi-platform cyberattack campaign targeting Indian users through a fraudulent website impersonating the Indian Post Office. The attack, discovered by CYFIRMA researchers, exploits both Windows and Android vulnerabilities, demonstrating a significant evolution in the group’s tactics. Sophisticated Attack Leverages Youth Laptop Scheme The malicious…
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Windows MMC Framework Zero-Day Exploited to Execute Malicious Code
Trend Research has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by the Russian threat actor Water Gamayun, exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in the Microsoft Management Console (MMC) framework. The vulnerability, dubbed MSC EvilTwin (CVE-2025-26633), allows attackers to execute malicious code on infected machines. The attack manipulates .msc files and the Multilingual User Interface Path (MUIPath) to download and…
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EncryptHub Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Deploy Rhadamanthys and StealC Malware
The threat actor known as EncryptHub exploited a recently-patched security vulnerability in Microsoft Windows as a zero-day to deliver a wide range of malware families, including backdoors and information stealers such as Rhadamanthys and StealC.”In this attack, the threat actor manipulates .msc files and the Multilingual User Interface Path (MUIPath) to download and execute malicious…
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APT Hackers Exploit Google Chrome Zero-Day in Operation ForumTroll to Bypass Sandbox Protections
In mid-March 2025, Kaspersky researchers uncovered a sophisticated APT attack, dubbed Operation ForumTroll, which leveraged a previously unknown zero-day exploit in Google Chrome. This exploit allowed attackers to bypass Chrome’s sandbox protections, a critical security feature designed to isolate and contain malicious code. The attack was initiated through personalized phishing emails, which directed victims to…
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How PAM Mitigates Insider Threats: Preventing Data Breaches, Privilege Misuse, and More
When people think of cybersecurity threats, they often picture external hackers breaking into networks. However, some of the most damaging breaches stem from within organizations. Whether through negligence or malicious intent, insiders can expose your organization to significant cybersecurity risks.According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 57% of companies experience over First seen on…
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North Korean Kimsuky Hackers Deploy New Tactics and Malicious Scripts in Recent Attacks
Security researchers have uncovered a new attack campaign by the North Korean state-sponsored APT group Kimsuky, also known as >>Black Banshee.
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New Windows Zero-Day Vulnerability Exposes NTLM Credentials Unofficial Patch Available
A new zero-day vulnerability has been discovered in Windows, impacting all versions from Windows 7 and Server 2008 R2 to the latest Windows 11 v24H2 and Server 2025. This vulnerability allows attackers to obtain NTLM credentials by tricking users into viewing malicious files in Windows Explorer. The issue has been reported to Microsoft, and while…
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Understanding RDAP: The Future of Domain Registration Data Access
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Unmasking Kimsuky’s Latest Tactics: A Deep Dive into Malicious Scripts and Payloads
Recently, K7 Labs provided an insightful analysis of a campaign attributed to the North Korean APT group Kimsuky, First seen on securityonline.info Jump to article: securityonline.info/unmasking-kimsukys-latest-tactics-a-deep-dive-into-malicious-scripts-and-payloads/
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Malicious AI Tools See 200% Surge as ChatGPT Jailbreaking Talks Increase by 52%
The cybersecurity landscape in 2024 witnessed a significant escalation in AI-related threats, with malicious actors increasingly targeting and exploiting large language models (LLMs). According to KELA’s annual >>State of Cybercrime
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New Windows zero-day leaks NTLM hashes, gets unofficial patch
Free unofficial patches are available for a new Windows zero-day vulnerability that can let remote attackers steal NTLM credentials by tricking targets into viewing malicious files in Windows Explorer. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-windows-zero-day-leaks-ntlm-hashes-gets-unofficial-patch/
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CAPE from Cuckoo v1 Enables Malware Analysis in a Secure Isolated Sandbox Environment
CAPE, derived from Cuckoo v1, is a sophisticated malware sandbox designed to execute malicious files in an isolated environment while capturing their dynamic behavior and collecting forensic artifacts. This platform enhances Cuckoo’s capabilities by incorporating automated dynamic malware unpacking, YARA-based classification of unpacked payloads, and both static and dynamic malware configuration extraction. CAPE also features…
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Multistage Info-Stealer SnakeKeylogger Targets Individuals and Businesses to Steal Login Credentials
SnakeKeylogger, a sophisticated multistage malware, has emerged as a significant threat to both individuals and businesses by targeting sensitive login credentials. This malware campaign is characterized by its stealthy in-memory execution and multi-stage infection chain, making it challenging to detect. The attack begins with a malicious spam email containing a .img file attachment, which, when…
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Dark Web Mentions of Malicious AI Tools Spike 200%
Kela researchers detect a 200%+ increase in dark web chatter about malicious AI tools First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/dark-web-mentions-malicious-ai/
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Malicious VS Code Extensions Target Developers with ShibaCoin Ransomware
Researchers from Reversing Labs have identified two malicious Visual Studio Code (VS Code) extensions that are distributing ransomware to unsuspecting developers. The extensions, named >>ahban.shiba>ahban.cychelloworld,