Tag: threat
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DPRK’s Konni Targets Blockchain Developers With AI-Generated Backdoor
The North Korean threat group is using a new PowerShell backdoor to compromise development environments and target cryptocurrency holdings, according to researchers. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/dprks-konni-targets-blockchain-developers-ai-generated-backdoor
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CISA Releases List of Post-Quantum Cryptography Product Categories
CISA released initial list of PQC-capable hardware and software to guide companies amid quantum threats First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/cisa-post-quantum-cryptography/
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Hackers can bypass npm’s Shai-Hulud defenses via Git dependencies
The defense mechanisms that NPM introduced after the ‘Shai-Hulud’ supply-chain attacks have weaknesses that allow threat actors to bypass them via Git dependencies. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-can-bypass-npms-shai-hulud-defenses-via-git-dependencies/
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New DPRK Interview Campaign Uses Fake Fonts to Deliver Malware
A dangerous new iteration of the >>Contagious Interview<< campaign that weaponizes Microsoft Visual Studio Code task files to distribute sophisticated malware targeting software developers. This campaign, which began over 100 days ago, has intensified dramatically in recent weeks with 17 malicious GitHub repositories identified across 11 distinct attack variants. North Korean threat actors linked to…
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New DPRK Interview Campaign Uses Fake Fonts to Deliver Malware
A dangerous new iteration of the >>Contagious Interview<< campaign that weaponizes Microsoft Visual Studio Code task files to distribute sophisticated malware targeting software developers. This campaign, which began over 100 days ago, has intensified dramatically in recent weeks with 17 malicious GitHub repositories identified across 11 distinct attack variants. North Korean threat actors linked to…
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SyncFuture Campaign Abuses Enterprise Security Tools to Deploy Malware
A sophisticated, multi-stage espionage campaign targeting Indian residents through phishing emails impersonating the Income Tax Department. The attack chain, tracked as the >>SyncFuture Espionage Campaign,<< weaponizes legitimate enterprise security software as its final payload, demonstrating how threat actors repurpose trusted commercial tools to establish persistent, undetectable access to victim systems."‹ The campaign begins with targeted…
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SyncFuture Campaign Abuses Enterprise Security Tools to Deploy Malware
A sophisticated, multi-stage espionage campaign targeting Indian residents through phishing emails impersonating the Income Tax Department. The attack chain, tracked as the >>SyncFuture Espionage Campaign,<< weaponizes legitimate enterprise security software as its final payload, demonstrating how threat actors repurpose trusted commercial tools to establish persistent, undetectable access to victim systems."‹ The campaign begins with targeted…
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Okta Flags Customized, Reactive Vishing Attacks Which Bypass MFA
Threat actors posing as IT support teams use phishing kits to generate fake login sites in real-time to trick victims into handing over credentials First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/okta-flags-vishing-attacks-which/
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Okta Flags Customised, Reactive Vishing Attacks Which Bypass MFA
Threat actors posing as IT support teams use phishing kits to generate fake login sites in real-time to trick victims into handing over credentials First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/okta-flags-vishing-attacks-which/
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Winning Against AI-Based Attacks Requires a Combined Defensive Approach
If there’s a constant in cybersecurity, it’s that adversaries are always innovating. The rise of offensive AI is transforming attack strategies and making them harder to detect. Google’s Threat Intelligence Group, recently reported on adversaries using Large Language Models (LLMs) to both conceal code and generate malicious scripts on the fly, letting malware shape-shift in…
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Konni Hackers Deploy AI-Generated PowerShell Backdoor Against Blockchain Developers
Tags: ai, backdoor, blockchain, hacker, india, intelligence, korea, malware, north-korea, phishing, powershell, russia, threat, tool, ukraineThe North Korean threat actor known as Konni has been observed using PowerShell malware generated using artificial intelligence (AI) tools to target developers and engineering teams in the blockchain sector.The phishing campaign has targeted Japan, Australia, and India, highlighting the adversary’s expansion of the targeting scope beyond South Korea, Russia, Ukraine, and European nations, Check…
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CISO’s predictions for 2026
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, automation, breach, business, ciso, cloud, control, credentials, cryptography, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, encryption, endpoint, extortion, finance, governance, government, healthcare, identity, infrastructure, malicious, mobile, mssp, network, password, penetration-testing, ransomware, risk, router, saas, soc, strategy, supply-chain, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, warfareAI agents to reshape the threat landscape: But those same AI technologies are also changing the threat landscape. Toal points to a recent Anthropic report that documented the first large-scale AI-enabled cyberattack as an early warning sign. “I guarantee attackers will be more focused on using AI agents for what they want than a lot…
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What capabilities should AI have for advanced threat detection?
How Secure Are Your Machine Identities in the Cloud Environment? Have you ever pondered the extent to which machine identities are secured within your organization’s cloud infrastructure? יקרק businesses increasingly migrate to cloud environments, the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) has become a crucial aspect of a comprehensive security strategy. Machine identities, which are often……
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1Password adds pop-up warnings for suspected phishing sites
The 1Password digital vault and password manager has added built-in protection against phishing URLs to help users identify malicious pages and prevent them from sharing account credentials with threat actors. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/1password-adds-pop-up-warnings-for-suspected-phishing-sites/
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1Password adds pop-pup warnings for suspected phishing sites
The 1Password digital vault and password manager has added built-in protection against phishing URLs to help users identify malicious pages and prevent them from sharing account credentials with threat actors. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/1password-adds-pop-pup-warnings-for-suspected-phishing-sites/
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Can you trust AI with your digital secrets management?
How Does Non-Human Identities (NHI) Impact Digital Secrets Management? Is your organization adequately prepared to manage non-human identities (NHIs) and protect your digital secrets? That’s a critical question. With cyber threats become more sophisticated, the role of NHIs in digital secrets management becomes increasingly vital. These machine identities are crucial in secure networks, especially in……
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ShinyHunters claim hacks of Okta, Microsoft SSO accounts for data theft
The ShinyHunters extortion gang claims it is behind a wave of ongoing voice phishing attacks targeting single sign-on (SSO) accounts at Okta, Microsoft, and Google, enabling threat actors to breach corporate SaaS platforms and steal company data for extortion. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/shinyhunters-claim-to-be-behind-sso-account-data-theft-attacks/
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Attackers Leveraging telnetd Exploit for Root Privileges After PoC Goes Public
The threat actors have begun actively exploiting a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in GNU InetUtils telnetd immediately after proof-of-concept code became publicly available. The flaw allows remote attackers to gain root access without authentication, triggering widespread exploitation attempts across internet-exposed systems. The security flaw affects GNU InetUtils telnetd versions 1.9.3 through 2.7, with the vulnerable…
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US punts renewal of threat data sharing law to September
US lawmakers have extended the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 for another nine months, buying time to enact a replacement for the legislation. First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366637737/US-punts-renewal-of-threat-data-sharing-law-to-September
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Top 10 World’s Best Data Security Companies in 2026
In 2026, data has become the most valuable asset for businesses and the most targeted. With rising ransomware attacks, insider threats, AI-driven breaches, and strict global data protection regulations, organizations can no longer rely on basic security controls. This has fueled massive demand for advanced data security companies that can protect sensitive information across cloud,…
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Extended Detection and Response (XDR): A New Era in Cybersecurity
The digital landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, and so are the threats that target organizations. With cyberattacks becoming more sophisticated and diverse, traditional security solutions often struggle to keep up. Businesses today need a more unified, proactive, and intelligent approach to detect and respond to threats. This is where Extended Detection and Response…
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ISMG, CyCube Join Forces to Better Train AI-Era Defenders
Partnership With Israeli Startup Brings Real-World Threat Labs to Security Training. ISMG has teamed with CyCube to strengthen CyberEd.io’s hands-on cyber training platform. The strategic investment aims to deliver personalized, adaptive labs and assessments that help security teams respond to evolving threats fueled by generative and agentic AI. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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ShinyHunters claim to be behind SSO-account data theft attacks
The ShinyHunters extortion gang claims it is behind a wave of ongoing voice phishing attacks targeting single sign-on (SSO) accounts at Okta, Microsoft, and Google, enabling threat actors to breach corporate SaaS platforms and steal company data for extortion. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/shinyhunters-claim-to-be-behind-sso-account-data-theft-attacks/
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How proactive can Agentic AI be in threat detection?
The Crucial Intersection: Non-Human Identities and AI in Cybersecurity What role do Non-Human Identities (NHIs) play in cybersecurity? Traditional human-centric security measures are no longer sufficient. The emergence of NHIs, or machine identities, is reshaping how organizations approach security threats, particularly when integrated with Proactive Agentic AI for threat detection. Understanding Non-Human Identities: A New……
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Can managing NHIs keep companies ahead in cybersecurity?
How Do Non-Human Identities (NHIs) Shape the Future of Cybersecurity? Have you ever considered the risks associated with the identities of machines in your network? With cybersecurity professionals continue to confront increasingly complex threats, a crucial, often overlooked area is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their associated secrets. Integrating NHI management into an……
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Fortinet warns of active FortiCloud SSO bypass affecting updated devices
Fortinet confirmed attacks are bypassing FortiCloud SSO authentication, affecting even fully patched devices, similar to recent SSO flaws. Fortinet confirmed attacks bypass FortiCloud SSO on fully patched devices. Threat actors automate firewall changes, add users, enable VPNs, and steal configs, in campaigns resembling December 2025 exploits of critical FortiCloud SSO flaws. Arctic Wolf researchers reported…
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Corr-Serve strengthens South Africa’s cybersecurity market through expanded Seceon partnership
Corr-Serve, a South African value-added distributor of cybersecurity solutions, has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Seceon, a global provider of advanced cybersecurity technology, expanding local access to AI-driven threat detection and response capabilities. The enhanced agreement builds on more than seven years of collaboration between the two companies in Southern Africa and positions Corr-Serve as Seceon’s…