Tag: malicious
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Cloud Atlas Exploits Office Vulnerabilities to Execute Malicious Code
The Cloud Atlas threat group, active since 2014, continues to pose a significant risk to organizations in Eastern Europe and Central Asia through sophisticated attacks leveraging legacy Microsoft Office vulnerabilities. Security researchers have documented the group’s expanded arsenal and evolving infection chains deployed throughout the first half of 2025, revealing previously undescribed implants and attack…
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Hackers Leverage Gladinet Triofox 0-Day Vulnerability to Run Malicious Code
Tags: attack, cve, cyber, exploit, flaw, hacker, infrastructure, malicious, remote-code-execution, threat, vulnerability, zero-dayA critical remote code execution vulnerability in Gladinet Triofox is now under active exploitation by threat actors, and security researchers have demonstrated that weaponizing the flaw requires far more sophistication than initial analyses suggest. CVE-2025-12480, tracked by UNC6485, represents a complex attack chain that involves multiple infrastructure challenges and technical hurdles attackers must overcome to…
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New Kibana Vulnerabilities Allow Attackers to Embed Malicious Scripts
Elastic has released critical security updates to address a dangerous cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting multiple versions of Kibana. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-68385, allows authenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages served to other users. Vulnerability Details The flaw stems from improper input neutralization during web page generation, specifically within Kibana’s Vega…
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NDSS 2025 PowerRadio: Manipulate Sensor Measurement Via Power GND Radiation
Session 6C: Sensor Attacks Authors, Creators & Presenters: Yan Jiang (Zhejiang University), Xiaoyu Ji (Zhejiang University), Yancheng Jiang (Zhejiang University), Kai Wang (Zhejiang University), Chenren Xu (Peking University), Wenyuan Xu (Zhejiang University) PAPER NDSS 2025 – PowerRadio: Manipulate Sensor Measurement Via Power GND Radiation Sensors are key components to enable various applications, e.g., home intrusion…
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NDSS 2025 PowerRadio: Manipulate Sensor Measurement Via Power GND Radiation
Session 6C: Sensor Attacks Authors, Creators & Presenters: Yan Jiang (Zhejiang University), Xiaoyu Ji (Zhejiang University), Yancheng Jiang (Zhejiang University), Kai Wang (Zhejiang University), Chenren Xu (Peking University), Wenyuan Xu (Zhejiang University) PAPER NDSS 2025 – PowerRadio: Manipulate Sensor Measurement Via Power GND Radiation Sensors are key components to enable various applications, e.g., home intrusion…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: Cyber Pros Emerge as Bold AI Adopters, While AI Changes Data Security Game, CSA Reports Say
Tags: advisory, ai, api, attack, awareness, business, cloud, compliance, control, credit-card, crime, crimes, crypto, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, defense, detection, exploit, finance, framework, google, governance, guide, healthcare, injection, intelligence, law, LLM, lockbit, malicious, metric, mitigation, monitoring, network, office, openai, ransom, ransomware, risk, risk-management, service, skills, sql, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerabilityFormerly “AI shy” cyber pros have done a 180 and become AI power users, as AI forces data security changes, the CSA says. Plus, PwC predicts orgs will get serious about responsible AI usage in 2026, while the NCSC states that, no, prompt injection isn’t the new SQL injection. And much more! Key takeaways Cyber…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: Cyber Pros Emerge as Bold AI Adopters, While AI Changes Data Security Game, CSA Reports Say
Tags: advisory, ai, api, attack, awareness, business, cloud, compliance, control, credit-card, crime, crimes, crypto, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, defense, detection, exploit, finance, framework, google, governance, guide, healthcare, injection, intelligence, law, LLM, lockbit, malicious, metric, mitigation, monitoring, network, office, openai, ransom, ransomware, risk, risk-management, service, skills, sql, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerabilityFormerly “AI shy” cyber pros have done a 180 and become AI power users, as AI forces data security changes, the CSA says. Plus, PwC predicts orgs will get serious about responsible AI usage in 2026, while the NCSC states that, no, prompt injection isn’t the new SQL injection. And much more! Key takeaways Cyber…
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Attackers bring their own passwords to Cisco and Palo Alto VPNs
Tags: authentication, cisco, credentials, data-breach, endpoint, infrastructure, login, malicious, mfa, password, threat, vpnBrute-forcing Cisco’s SSL VPN follows: Just a day after the GlobalProtect surge, the same actor infrastructure pivoted to Cisco’s SSL VPN endpoints, with the same TCP fingerprint and hosting provider IP space. GreyNoise saw the number of unique attacking IPs jump from a typical daily baseline of fewer than 200 to over 1200, signalling a…
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Attackers bring their own passwords to Cisco and Palo Alto VPNs
Tags: authentication, cisco, credentials, data-breach, endpoint, infrastructure, login, malicious, mfa, password, threat, vpnBrute-forcing Cisco’s SSL VPN follows: Just a day after the GlobalProtect surge, the same actor infrastructure pivoted to Cisco’s SSL VPN endpoints, with the same TCP fingerprint and hosting provider IP space. GreyNoise saw the number of unique attacking IPs jump from a typical daily baseline of fewer than 200 to over 1200, signalling a…
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Attackers bring their own passwords to Cisco and Palo Alto VPNs
Tags: authentication, cisco, credentials, data-breach, endpoint, infrastructure, login, malicious, mfa, password, threat, vpnBrute-forcing Cisco’s SSL VPN follows: Just a day after the GlobalProtect surge, the same actor infrastructure pivoted to Cisco’s SSL VPN endpoints, with the same TCP fingerprint and hosting provider IP space. GreyNoise saw the number of unique attacking IPs jump from a typical daily baseline of fewer than 200 to over 1200, signalling a…
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Roundcube Flaws Let Attackers Execute Malicious Scripts
Roundcube, the widely used open-source webmail software, has officially released critical security updates to address two significant vulnerabilities in its 1.6 and 1.5 LTS (Long-Term Support) versions. These flaws could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts or expose sensitive information, posing a risk to organizations and individuals relying on the platform for email communication. The…
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The Agentic Era is Here: Announcing the 4th Edition of AI API Security For Dummies
If you look at the headlines, the story is about Artificial Intelligence. But if you look at the architecture, the story is about APIs. The reality of modern tech is simple: You can’t have AI security without API security. As we move rapidly from simple chatbots to autonomous agents, the way we secure our infrastructure…
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The Agentic Era is Here: Announcing the 4th Edition of AI API Security For Dummies
If you look at the headlines, the story is about Artificial Intelligence. But if you look at the architecture, the story is about APIs. The reality of modern tech is simple: You can’t have AI security without API security. As we move rapidly from simple chatbots to autonomous agents, the way we secure our infrastructure…
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React2Shell is the Log4j moment for front end development
What to look for: In an attack tracked by S-RM, immediately after the threat actor gained access to a targeted company’s network, they ran a hidden PowerShell command, establishing command and control (C2) by downloading a Cobalt Strike PowerShell stager, a tactic regularly used by red teamers, and installing a beacon to allow them to…
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The Agentic Era is Here: Announcing the 4th Edition of AI API Security For Dummies
If you look at the headlines, the story is about Artificial Intelligence. But if you look at the architecture, the story is about APIs. The reality of modern tech is simple: You can’t have AI security without API security. As we move rapidly from simple chatbots to autonomous agents, the way we secure our infrastructure…
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React2Shell is the Log4j moment for front end development
What to look for: In an attack tracked by S-RM, immediately after the threat actor gained access to a targeted company’s network, they ran a hidden PowerShell command, establishing command and control (C2) by downloading a Cobalt Strike PowerShell stager, a tactic regularly used by red teamers, and installing a beacon to allow them to…
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Beware of Malicious Scripts in Weaponized PDF Purchase Orders
A sophisticated phishing campaign utilizing a weaponized PDF document named “NEW Purchase Order # 52177236.pdf” has been identified, employing legitimate cloud infrastructure and encrypted messaging apps to steal corporate credentials. The attack vector was brought to light after security researchers analyzed a blocked link reported by a customer, revealing a complex chain of obfuscation designed…
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Beware of Malicious Scripts in Weaponized PDF Purchase Orders
A sophisticated phishing campaign utilizing a weaponized PDF document named “NEW Purchase Order # 52177236.pdf” has been identified, employing legitimate cloud infrastructure and encrypted messaging apps to steal corporate credentials. The attack vector was brought to light after security researchers analyzed a blocked link reported by a customer, revealing a complex chain of obfuscation designed…
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NuGet Malware Mimic: .NET Integration Library Steals Crypto Wallets and OAuth Tokens
ReversingLabs (RL) researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign targeting the .NET developer ecosystem via the NuGet package manager. The campaign, which began in July 2025, involves 14 malicious packages designed to mimic legitimate cryptocurrency libraries. These packages are engineered to steal crypto wallets, redirect funds, and exfiltrate Google Ads OAuth tokens, marking a significant…
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NuGet Malware Mimic: .NET Integration Library Steals Crypto Wallets and OAuth Tokens
ReversingLabs (RL) researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign targeting the .NET developer ecosystem via the NuGet package manager. The campaign, which began in July 2025, involves 14 malicious packages designed to mimic legitimate cryptocurrency libraries. These packages are engineered to steal crypto wallets, redirect funds, and exfiltrate Google Ads OAuth tokens, marking a significant…
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Actively Exploited ASUS Vulnerability Added to CISA’s KEV List
Tags: attack, cisa, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, infrastructure, kev, malicious, software, supply-chain, update, vulnerabilityThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a critical ASUS vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, signaling active exploitation in the wild. CVE-2025-59374 affects ASUS Live Update software and stems from a sophisticated supply chain compromise that embedded malicious code into legitimate software distributions. Supply Chain Attack Details The vulnerability involves…
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NuGet Malware Mimic: .NET Integration Library Steals Crypto Wallets and OAuth Tokens
ReversingLabs (RL) researchers have uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign targeting the .NET developer ecosystem via the NuGet package manager. The campaign, which began in July 2025, involves 14 malicious packages designed to mimic legitimate cryptocurrency libraries. These packages are engineered to steal crypto wallets, redirect funds, and exfiltrate Google Ads OAuth tokens, marking a significant…
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DIG AI: Uncensored Darknet AI Assistant at the Service of Criminals and Terrorists
Resecurity reports a Q4 2025 surge in criminal use of DIG AI on Tor, enabling scalable illicit activity and posing new risks ahead of major 2026 events. During Q4 2025, Resecurity observed a notable increase in malicious actors utilizing DIG AI, accelerating during the Winter Holidays, when illegal activity worldwide reached a new record. With…
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Industrial routers bear the brunt of OT cyberattacks, new Forescout research finds
Industrial routers and other OT perimeter devices are absorbing the majority of cyberattacks targeting operational technology environments, according to new Forescout Vedere Labs research. Analysing 90 days of real-world honeypot data, researchers found that 67% of malicious activity was directed at OT perimeter devices, such as industrial routers and firewalls, compared with 33% aimed at…
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CISA Flags Critical ASUS Live Update Flaw After Evidence of Active Exploitation
Tags: cisa, cve, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, infrastructure, kev, malicious, supply-chain, update, vulnerabilityThe U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) on Wednesday added a critical flaw impacting ASUS Live Update to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, citing evidence of active exploitation.The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-59374 (CVSS score: 9.3), has been described as an “embedded malicious code vulnerability” introduced by means of a supply chain compromise First…
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‘Cellik’ Android RAT Leverages Google Play Store
The remote access Trojan lets an attacker remotely control a victim’s phone and can generate malicious apps from inside the Play Store. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/cellik-android-rat-leverages-google-play-store
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Complying with the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Cloud Advisory: How Tenable Can Help
Tags: access, advisory, attack, authentication, best-practice, business, cloud, compliance, container, control, country, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, finance, fintech, framework, google, governance, government, iam, identity, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, Internet, kubernetes, least-privilege, malicious, malware, mfa, microsoft, mitigation, monitoring, oracle, regulation, resilience, risk, risk-assessment, risk-management, service, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, vulnerability-management, zero-trustThe Monetary Authority of Singapore’s cloud advisory, part of its 2021 Technology Risk Management Guidelines, advises financial institutions to move beyond siloed monitoring to adopt a continuous, enterprise-wide approach. These firms must undergo annual audits. Here’s how Tenable can help. Key takeaways: High-stakes compliance: The MAS requires all financial institutions in Singapore to meet mandatory…