Tag: malicious
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Malicious NPM packages target PayPal users
Threat actors deploy malicious NPM packages to steal PayPal credentials and hijack cryptocurrency transfers. Fortinet researchers discovered multiple malicious NPM packages that are used to target PayPal users. The packages were uploaded to the repository in early March by a threat actor known as tommyboy_h1 and tommyboy_h2, and were used to steal PayPal credentials and hijack cryptocurrency transfers. >>Using PayPal-related…
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Package hallucination: LLMs may deliver malicious code to careless devs
LLMs’ tendency to >>hallucinate
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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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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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Malicious NPM Packages Target Cryptocurrency, PayPal Users
Threat actors are publishing malicious NPM packages to steal PayPal credentials and hijack cryptocurrency transfers. The post Malicious NPM Packages Target Cryptocurrency, PayPal Users appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/malicious-npm-packages-target-cryptocurrency-paypal-users/
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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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Ransomware bei einem Einrichtungshaus-Kette in Griechenland
Announcement about a malicious external action against the digital and electronic systems of Fourlis Group First seen on fourlis.gr Jump to article: www.fourlis.gr/Files/IR/Press%20Releases/en/2024/FOURLIS%20GROUP_PRESS%20RELEASE_20241202.pdf
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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 41
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Lazarus Expands Malicious npm Campaign: 11 New Packages Add Malware Loaders and Bitbucket Payloads BadBazaar: iOS and Android Surveillanceware by China’s APT15 Used to Target Tibetans and Uyghurs GOFFEE continues to attack organizations in Russia Atomic…
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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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Frequently Asked Questions About Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Integrating with AI for Agentic Applications
The emergence of Model Context Protocol for AI is gaining significant interest due to its standardization of connecting external data sources to large language models (LLMs). While these updates are good news for AI developers, they raise some security concerns. In this blog we address FAQs about MCP. Background Tenable Research has compiled this blog…
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npm Malware Targets Atomic and Exodus Wallets to Hijack Crypto Transfers
ReversingLabs reveals a malicious npm package targeting Atomic and Exodus wallets, silently hijacking crypto transfers via software patching. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/npm-malware-atomic-exodus-wallets-hijack-crypto/
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Open Source Poisoned Patches Infect Local Software
Malicious packages lurking on open source repositories like npm have become less effective, so cyberattackers are using a new strategy: offering patches for locally installed programs. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cloud-security/open-source-poisoned-patches-infect-local-software
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Sapphire Werewolf Upgrades Arsenal With Amethyst Stealer Targeting Energy Firms
Sapphire Werewolf has introduced a potent new weapon into its cyber arsenal, unveiling the latest iteration of the Amethyst stealer in a calculated phishing attack against an energy firm. According to the Report, the operation cunningly disguises a malicious payload as a mundane HR memo. The threat actor begins its attack with a fraudulent email,…
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Malicious ‘mParivahan’ App Circulates on WhatsApp, Skimming Sensitive Mobile Data
A new variant of the fake NextGen mParivahan app has emerged, exploiting the trust users place in official government notifications to distribute malware. This malicious software is distributed through seemingly legitimate traffic violation alerts via WhatsApp, luring victims into installing what they believe is the official app. Infection Vector and Deceptive Tactics The malware spreads…
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Europol Targets Customers of Smokeloader Pay-Per-Install Botnet
Law enforcement agencies in multiple countries have announced the arrests of users of the malicious Smokeloader botnet. The post Europol Targets Customers of Smokeloader Pay-Per-Install Botnet appeared first on SecurityWeek. First seen on securityweek.com Jump to article: www.securityweek.com/europol-targets-customers-of-smokeloader-pay-per-install-botnet/
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Malicious npm Package Targets Atomic Wallet, Exodus Users by Swapping Crypto Addresses
Threat actors are continuing to upload malicious packages to the npm registry so as to tamper with already-installed local versions of legitimate libraries to execute malicious code in what’s seen as a sneakier attempt to stage a software supply chain attack.The newly discovered package, named pdf-to-office, masquerades as a utility for converting PDF files to…
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Russian hackers attack Western military mission using malicious drive
The Russian state-backed hacking group Gamaredon (aka “Shuckworm”) has been targeting a military mission of a Western country in Ukraine in attacks likely deployed from removable drives. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/russian-hackers-attack-western-military-mission-using-malicious-drive/
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Domain Reputation Update Oct 2024 Mar 2025
New domains are up 7.39%, with 2.9 million malicious domains detected. Chinese gambling sites dominate the Top 20 TLDs, while .top remains a hotspot for abuse – this time with a spike in toll road scams. Read the full report here. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/04/domain-reputation-update-oct-2024-mar-2025/
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SonicWall Patches Multiple Vulnerabilities in NetExtender Windows Client
SonicWall has issued a critical alert concerning multiple vulnerabilities discovered in its NetExtender Windows client. These vulnerabilities, identified via several Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), could allow malicious actors to exploit privilege management flaws, trigger local privilege escalation, or manipulate file paths. Users are urged to update their software immediately to mitigate potential risks. Overview…
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Why Codefinger represents a new stage in the evolution of ransomware
Tags: access, advisory, attack, backup, best-practice, breach, business, cisco, cloud, computer, credentials, cybersecurity, data, defense, exploit, malicious, network, password, ransom, ransomware, risk, strategy, technology, threat, vmwareA new type of ransomware attack: The fundamentals of the Codefinger attack are the same as those in most ransomware attacks: The bad guys encrypted victims’ data and demanded payment to restore it.However, several aspects of the breach make it stand out from most other ransomware incidents:Attack vector: In traditional ransomware attacks, the attack vector…
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Gamaredon Uses Infected Removable Drives to Breach Western Military Mission in Ukraine
The Russia-linked threat actor known as Gamaredon (aka Shuckworm) has been attributed to a cyber attack targeting a foreign military mission based in Ukraine with an aim to deliver an updated version of a known malware called GammaSteel.The group targeted the military mission of a Western country, per the Symantec Threat Hunter team, with first…
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Malicious code execution possible with patched WhatsApp flaw
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/brief/malicious-code-execution-possible-with-patched-whatsapp-flaw
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China-Linked Hackers Continue Harassing Ethnic Groups With Spyware
Threat actors are trolling online forums and spreading malicious apps to target Uyghurs, Taiwanese, Tibetans, and other individuals aligned with interests that China sees as a threat to its authority. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/china-continues-harassing-ethnic-groups-spyware
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Whatsapp plugs bug allowing RCE with spoofed filenames
Whatsapp makes for a popular attack vector: Whatsapp has been frequently targeted in the past for its popularity as an encrypted chatting platform. With over 10 billion downloads on Google Play Store alone, the platform makes for a lucrative target for threat actors.A similar security oversight was reported in July 2024 to be affecting the…
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Rogue RDP: Abusing RDP for File Theft and Espionage
A recent report by Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has shed light on a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting European government and military organizations. This campaign, attributed to a suspected Russia-nexus espionage actor tracked as UNC5837, employed a novel technique leveraging the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) for malicious purposes. Unlike typical RDP attacks that focus on…
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AI agents raise stakes in identity and access management
IT vendors roll out fresh tools to take on identity and access management for AI agents as enterprises deploy them internally and battle malicious ones externally. First seen on techtarget.com Jump to article: www.techtarget.com/searchitoperations/news/366622025/AI-agents-raise-stakes-in-identity-and-access-management