Tag: threat
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Hackers Exploit Weaponized Microsoft Teams Installer to Deploy Oyster Malware
A sophisticated malvertising campaign has been targeting organizations through a weaponized Microsoft Teams installer that delivers the dangerous Oyster malware, according to a recent investigation by cybersecurity experts. The attack demonstrates an alarming evolution in threat actor tactics, combining SEO poisoning, certificate abuse, and living-off-the-land techniques to evade traditional security measures. The attack was first…
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Milestone Episode 400: Reflecting on 16 Years of Shared Security
Episode 400! In this special milestone edition of the Shared Security Podcast, we look back at 16 years of conversations on security, privacy, and technology. From our very first episodes in 2009 to today’s AI-driven threats, we cover the topics that defined each era, the surprises along the way, and the lessons that still matter….…
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Agentic AI in IT security: Where expectations meet reality
Tags: ai, api, automation, cloud, compliance, control, credentials, crowdstrike, cybersecurity, data, detection, finance, framework, gartner, google, governance, infrastructure, injection, metric, phishing, RedTeam, risk, service, siem, skills, soar, soc, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, trainingIntegration approaches: Add-on vs. standalone: The first decision regarding AI agents is whether to layer them onto existing platforms or to implement standalone frameworks. The add-on model treats agents as extensions to security information and event management (SIEM), security orchestration, automation and response (SOAR), or other security tools, providing quick wins with minimal disruption. Standalone…
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Coherence: Insider risk strategy’s new core principle
Malicious action “, deliberate harm from within, often rooted in disaffection, misalignment, or ideological fractureHuman error “, unintentional harm caused by confusion, fatigue, or misjudgment under pressureThese two paths look different but demand the same thing: a system that knows how to detect misalignment early and how to keep people inside the mission before risk…
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Despite Russian influence, Moldova votes Pro-EU, highlighting future election risks
Moldova ‘s deputy PM blames Russia for an election cyberattack, calling it part of a planned hybrid campaign to destabilize democracy. Moldova Deputy Prime Minister Doina Nistor blamed Russia for a cyberattack targeting the country’s Central Electoral Commission last week, ahead of the forthcoming parliamentary election. Nistor said that threat actors targeted a weekness that…
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Milestone Episode 400: Reflecting on 16 Years of Shared Security
Episode 400! In this special milestone edition of the Shared Security Podcast, we look back at 16 years of conversations on security, privacy, and technology. From our very first episodes in 2009 to today’s AI-driven threats, we cover the topics that defined each era, the surprises along the way, and the lessons that still matter….…
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Agentic AI in IT security: Where expectations meet reality
Tags: ai, api, automation, cloud, compliance, control, credentials, crowdstrike, cybersecurity, data, detection, finance, framework, gartner, google, governance, infrastructure, injection, metric, phishing, RedTeam, risk, service, siem, skills, soar, soc, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, trainingIntegration approaches: Add-on vs. standalone: The first decision regarding AI agents is whether to layer them onto existing platforms or to implement standalone frameworks. The add-on model treats agents as extensions to security information and event management (SIEM), security orchestration, automation and response (SOAR), or other security tools, providing quick wins with minimal disruption. Standalone…
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New ModStealer Evades Antivirus, Targets macOS Users to Steal Sensitive Data
A sophisticated new malware strain targeting macOS users has emerged, capable of bypassing traditional antivirus solutions while specifically targeting developers and cryptocurrency holders. The cross-platform threat, dubbed ModStealer, represents the latest evolution in macOS-focused cybercrime, highlighting the growing security challenges facing Apple users in 2024. ModStealer was first identified by cybersecurity firm Mosyle and reported through…
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ThreatBook Launches BestBreed Advanced Threat Intelligence Solution
Singapore, Singapore, 29th September 2025, CyberNewsWire First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/threatbook-launches-best-of-breed-advanced-threat-intelligence-solution/
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ThreatBook Launches BestBreed Advanced Threat Intelligence Solution
Singapore, Singapore, 29th September 2025, CyberNewsWire First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/09/threatbook-launches-best-of-breed-advanced-threat-intelligence-solution/
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Threat Actors Exploiting Dynamic DNS Providers for Malicious Activity
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a growing trend where threat actors are increasingly exploiting Dynamic DNS providers to host malicious infrastructure, posing significant risks to enterprise organizations worldwide. Dynamic DNS providers, also known as publicly rentable subdomain providers, have become attractive targets for malicious actors due to their accessibility and limited regulatory oversight. These services essentially…
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ThreatBook Launches BestBreed Advanced Threat Intelligence Solution
Singapore, Singapore, 29th September 2025, CyberNewsWire First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/09/threatbook-launches-best-of-breed-advanced-threat-intelligence-solution/
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Cyber Incidents Take Off: Europe’s Airports Join a Growing List
From water systems to the electric grid, critical infrastructure has been under threat for decades. But 2025 cyber attacks against airports are different. Here’s why. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/09/cyber-incidents-take-off-europes-airports-join-a-growing-list/
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Akira ransomware breaching MFA-protected SonicWall VPN accounts
Ongoing Akira ransomware attacks targeting SonicWall SSL VPN devices continue to evolve, with the threat actors found to be successfully authenticating despite OTP MFA being enabled on accounts. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/akira-ransomware-breaching-mfa-protected-sonicwall-vpn-accounts/
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Proactive Compliance: A New Era in Cloud Security
Why Are Non-Human Identities the Key to Proactive Compliance in Cloud Security? Where data breaches and cyber threats have become a pressing concern, how are organizations safeguarding their digital assets? The answer lies in the strategic management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and secrets security management. With the cloud being central to modern business operations, effective……
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USENIX 2025: PEPR ’25 UsersFirst: A User-Centric Threat Modeling Framework For Privacy Notice And Choice
Creators, Authors and Presenters: Norman Sadeh And Lorrie Cranor, Carnegie Mellon University Our thanks to USENIX for publishing their Presenter’s outstanding USENIX Enigma ’23 Conference content on the organization’s’ YouTube channel. Permalink First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/09/usenix-2025-pepr-25-usersfirst-a-user-centric-threat-modeling-framework-for-privacy-notice-and-choice/
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Researchers Expose Phishing Threats Distributing CountLoader and PureRAT
A new campaign has been observed impersonating Ukrainian government agencies in phishing attacks to deliver CountLoader, which is then used to drop Amatera Stealer and PureMiner.”The phishing emails contain malicious Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) files designed to trick recipients into opening harmful attachments,” Fortinet FortiGuard Labs researcher Yurren Wan said in a report shared with…
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Staying Ahead of Cyber Threats with Proactive NHIs
Are You Prepared for the Next Cybersecurity Threat? Where cyber threats evolve faster than yesterday’s news, staying ahead requires a multi-faceted approach. One significant area of focus is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs), crucial components. But what precisely makes NHIs so significant, and how can organizations across various industries leverage them effectively? Understanding Non-Human……
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North Korea Fake Job Recruiters Up Their Backdoor Game
Eset: Lazarus Group Shares Backdoor With Newer Pyongyang Threat Actor. A gang of North Korean hackers behind fake IT job recruitment scams now have access to a remote access Trojan favored by their more technically advanced counterparts tracked collectively as the Lazarus Group, say security researchers. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article: www.govinfosecurity.com/north-korea-fake-job-recruiters-up-their-backdoor-game-a-29586
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Shutdown Threat Puts Federal Cyber on Edge
Cybersecurity Programs, Workforce Face Disruption If Congress Fails to Act. A potential government shutdown threatens to gut federal cybersecurity operations, with key programs set to expire, agency cyber staff facing layoffs and no public contingency plans in place – leaving core defenses, threat sharing and incident response at risk. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to…
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Meet LockBit 5.0: Faster ESXi drive encryption, better at evading detection
the Windows binary uses heavy obfuscation and packing: it loads its payload through DLL reflection while implementing anti-analysis techniques like Event Tracing for Windows (ETW) patching and terminating security services;the Linux variant maintains similar functionality with command-line options for targeting specific directories and file types;the ESXi variant specifically targets VMware virtualization environments, and is designed…
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Cyber threat-sharing law set to shut down, along with US government
Act passed in 2015 is due to lapse unless a continuing resolution passes – and that’s unlikely First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/09/26/government_shutdown_cisa_law/
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Microsoft uncovers new variant of XCSSET macOS malware in targeted attacks
Microsoft Threat Intelligence researchers found a new XCSSET macOS malware variant used in limited attacks. Microsoft Threat Intelligence researchers have discovered a new version of the macOS malware XCSSET that has been employed in limited attacks. Trend Micro first spotted the malware in 2020 when it was spreading through Xcode projects and exploiting two zero-day vulnerabilities…
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Iranian State Hackers Use SSL.com Certificates to Sign Malware
Security researchers say multiple threat groups, including Iran’s Charming Kitten APT offshoot Subtle Snail, are deploying malware with code-signing certificates from the Houston-based company. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/iranian-hackers-ssl-certificates-sign-malware
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Top 10 Best AI Penetration Testing Companies in 2025
Tags: ai, automation, cyber, cybersecurity, intelligence, penetration-testing, strategy, threat, tool, vulnerabilityIn 2025, AI penetration testing tools have become the backbone of modern cybersecurity strategies, offering automation, intelligence-driven reconnaissance, and vulnerability analysis faster than traditional manual assessments. Businesses now demand AI-powered solutions to protect against evolving cyber threats and ensure compliance. Choosing the right AI penetration testing platform not only saves time and resources but also…
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Researchers Expose SVG and PureRAT Phishing Threats Targeting Ukraine and Vietnam
A new campaign has been observed impersonating Ukrainian government agencies in phishing attacks to deliver CountLoader, which is then used to drop Amatera Stealer and PureMiner.”The phishing emails contain malicious Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) files designed to trick recipients into opening harmful attachments,” Fortinet FortiGuard Labs researcher Yurren Wan said in a report shared with…
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Cybersecurity Snapshot: CISA Highlights Vulnerability Management Importance in Breach Analysis, as Orgs Are Urged To Patch Cisco Zero-Days
Tags: 2fa, access, advisory, api, attack, authentication, breach, business, cisa, cisco, cloud, control, credentials, crime, cve, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, endpoint, exploit, fido, finance, firewall, framework, github, grc, guide, identity, incident response, infrastructure, Internet, ISO-27001, kev, law, lessons-learned, malicious, malware, mfa, mitigation, monitoring, network, open-source, phishing, privacy, ransomware, risk, saas, scam, security-incident, service, soc, software, supply-chain, tactics, threat, update, vpn, vulnerability, vulnerability-management, worm, zero-dayCISA’s takeaways of an agency hack include a call for timely vulnerability patching. Plus, Cisco zero-day bugs are under attack, patch now. Meanwhile, the CSA issued a framework for SaaS security. And get the latest on the npm breach, the ransomware attack that disrupted air travel and more! Here are six things you need to…
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Prep is Underway, But 2026 FIFA World Cup Poses Significant Cyber Challenges
The world’s most-popular sports contest starts in June 2026 across 16 venues in three countries: Securing the event infrastructure from cyber threats will require massive collaboration. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/crowds-drones-world-cup-cyber-challenges
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Keeper Security Integration with Google SecOps Expands Visibility into Privileged Access
Keeper Security has announced a new integration with Google Security Operations (GoogleSecOps). The integration streams privileged access activity from Keeper into the Google SecOps platform, which unifies Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR) and threat intelligence, to give security teams real-time visibility and faster incident response. As attackers increasingly…