Tag: threat
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BERT Ransomware Can Force Shutdown of ESXi Virtual Machines to Hinder Recovery
A newly identified ransomware group, BERT, tracked by Trend Micro as Water Pombero, has emerged as a significant threat to organizations across Asia, Europe, and the US. First observed in April, BERT targets critical sectors such as healthcare, technology, and event services, employing a dual-platform approach to infect both Windows and Linux systems. Threat Targeting…
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Hackers Manipulate Search Results to Target IT Pros with Trojanized PuTTY and WinSCP
Arctic Wolf has uncovered a cunning cybersecurity threat that exploits search engine optimization (SEO) poisoning and malvertising tactics to distribute Trojanized versions of widely used IT tools such as PuTTY and WinSCP. This campaign cunningly targets IT professionals and system administrators, individuals who frequently rely on these tools for secure file transfers and remote system…
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NetSupport RAT Spreads Through Compromised WordPress Sites Using ClickFix Technique
The Cybereason Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) has uncovered a sophisticated campaign by threat actors who are exploiting compromised WordPress websites to distribute malicious versions of the legitimate NetSupport Manager Remote Access Tool (RAT). This campaign, detailed in a recent report, employs phishing emails, PDF attachments, and even gaming websites to lure unsuspecting users into…
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Hackers Use Leaked Shellter Tool License to Spread Lumma Stealer and SectopRAT Malware
In yet another instance of threat actors repurposing legitimate tools for malicious purposes, it has been discovered that hackers are exploiting a popular red teaming tool called Shellter to distribute stealer malware.The company behind the software said a company that had recently purchased Shellter Elite licenses leaked their copy, prompting malicious actors to weaponize the…
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CISA Alerts on Active Exploit of Ruby on Rails Path Traversal Flaw
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an urgent alert regarding the active exploitation of a critical path traversal vulnerability in Ruby on Rails, designated as CVE-2019-5418. The agency added this five-year-old security flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on July 7, 2025, signaling that threat actors are actively leveraging this…
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The trust crisis in the cloud”¦and why blockchain deserves a seat at the table
Tags: access, blockchain, breach, cloud, compliance, control, credentials, crypto, data, data-breach, framework, gartner, iam, identity, infrastructure, jobs, risk, threat, tool, zero-trustLimited visibility and tamperable logs. Cloud providers manage logs and telemetry internally. As tenants, we often depend on them to provide logs after an incident without a guarantee of tamper-proof integrity. This lack of transparency hampers forensic investigations and incident response.Privilege concentration and insider risk. CSP administrators often hold elevated access privileges, making them single…
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The trust crisis in the cloud”¦and why blockchain deserves a seat at the table
Tags: access, blockchain, breach, cloud, compliance, control, credentials, crypto, data, data-breach, framework, gartner, iam, identity, infrastructure, jobs, risk, threat, tool, zero-trustLimited visibility and tamperable logs. Cloud providers manage logs and telemetry internally. As tenants, we often depend on them to provide logs after an incident without a guarantee of tamper-proof integrity. This lack of transparency hampers forensic investigations and incident response.Privilege concentration and insider risk. CSP administrators often hold elevated access privileges, making them single…
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Red Team Tool Developer Shellter Admits ‘Misuse’ by Adversaries
The company behind AV/EDR evasion tool Shellter has confirmed the product is being used by threat actors First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/red-team-tool-dev-shellter-misuse/
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Strengthening Compliance: The Role of WAFs in PCI DSS 4.0.1
A properly configured WAF is no longer optional but mandatory, providing organizations with real-time protection against evolving web-based threats while ensuring regulatory compliance. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/07/strengthening-compliance-the-role-of-wafs-in-pci-dss-4-0-1/
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Proofpoint bets on APAC growth amid spike in AI-driven threats
With cyber attacks spiking in non-English-speaking markets like Japan, the security firm is boosting its regional presence to combat a new wave of AI-generated threats First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366627181/Proofpoint-bets-on-APAC-growth-amid-spike-in-AI-driven-threats
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NordDragonScan Targets Windows Users to Steal Login Credentials
FortiGuard Labs has discovered a current campaign that targets Microsoft Windows users with the NordDragonScan infostealer, which is a worrying trend for cybersecurity. This high-severity threat leverages a complex infection chain to infiltrate systems, harvest sensitive data, and exfiltrate it to a command-and-control (C2) server for potential use in future attacks. As detailed in the…
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CISA Alerts on Active Exploitation of PHPMailer Command Injection Flaw
Tags: cisa, cyber, cybersecurity, email, exploit, flaw, infrastructure, injection, open-source, threat, vulnerabilityThe Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a critical alert regarding the active exploitation of a long-standing vulnerability in PHPMailer, a widely used open-source email-sending library for PHP applications. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2016-10033, poses a significant threat to organizations relying on PHPMailer for email functionality within their web applications. Vulnerability Overview The PHPMailer…
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How talent-strapped CISOs can tap former federal government cyber pros
Tags: cio, ciso, cyber, cybersecurity, government, jobs, risk, service, skills, software, switch, technology, threat, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementLuring federal talent to the private sector: In the past, the federal government represented a stable career path. Many highly skilled people spent their entire careers within the federal government. But the current shakeup makes some of that talent, trusted and honed by federal agencies, available to industry CISOs.Federal workers may look to state and…
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How talent-strapped CISOs can tap former federal government cyber pros
Tags: cio, ciso, cyber, cybersecurity, government, jobs, risk, service, skills, software, switch, technology, threat, vulnerability, vulnerability-managementLuring federal talent to the private sector: In the past, the federal government represented a stable career path. Many highly skilled people spent their entire careers within the federal government. But the current shakeup makes some of that talent, trusted and honed by federal agencies, available to industry CISOs.Federal workers may look to state and…
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TAG-140 Targets Indian Government Via ‘ClickFix-Style’ Lure
The threat actors trick victims into opening a malicious script, leading to the execution of the BroaderAspect .NET loader. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/tag-140-indian-government-clickfix-lure
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Bert Blitzes Linux & Windows Systems
The new ransomware strain’s aggressive multithreading and cross-platform capabilities make it a potent threat to enterprise environments. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/bert-blitzes-linux-windows-systems
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DPRK macOS ‘NimDoor’ Malware Targets Web3, Crypto Platforms
Researchers observed North Korean threat actors targeting cryptocurrency and Web3 platforms on Telegram using malicious Zoom meeting requests. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/dprk-macos-nimdoor-malware-web3-crypto-platforms
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ICC Contained Cyberattack Amid Espionage Threats and Pressure
International Criminal Court faces new “sophisticated” cyberattack in The Hague. Occurring near the NATO summit, this incident impacts the ICC as it handles major global cases. First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/icc-contained-cyberattack-espionage-threats-pressure/
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Malware Attacks on Android Devices Surge in Q2, Driven by Banking Trojans and Spyware
Dr.Web Security Space for mobile devices reported that malware activity on Android devices increased significantly in the second quarter of 2025. Adware trojans, particularly from the Android.HiddenAds family, remained the most prevalent threat, despite an 8.62% decrease in user encounters. These trojans often disguise themselves as harmless apps or hide within system directories, concealing their…
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Abusing Trust: Threat Actors Leverage Signed Drivers for Stealthy Windows Kernel Exploits
Cybercriminals continue to use kernel-level malware as a preferred weapon against Windows systems amid a terrifying increase in cyberthreats. Operating at ring 0 the highest privilege level in the operating system such malware grants attackers unparalleled access to disable security defenses, maintain persistence, and operate undetected. Despite Microsoft’s robust countermeasures like PatchGuard, Driver Signature Enforcement…
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Qantas is being extorted in recent data-theft cyberattack
Qantas has confirmed that it is now being extorted by threat actors following a cyberattack that potentially exposed the data for 6 million customers. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/qantas-is-being-extorted-in-recent-data-theft-cyberattack/
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BladedFeline Exploits Whisper and PrimeCache to Breach IIS and Microsoft Exchange Servers
ESET researchers have uncovered a series of malicious tools deployed by BladedFeline, an Iran-aligned advanced persistent threat (APT) group, targeting Kurdish and Iraqi government officials. Active since at least 2017, BladedFeline has been linked with medium confidence to the notorious OilRig APT group, known for cyberespionage across the Middle East. Sophisticated Cyberespionage Campaign The group’s…
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5 Things To Know On The SafePay Ransomware Group
The threat group SafePay, which is reportedly responsible for the attack against Ingram Micro, is a new and highly active player in ransomware. First seen on crn.com Jump to article: www.crn.com/news/security/2025/5-things-to-know-on-the-safepay-ransomware-group
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Over 1,000 Fake Domains Imitating Amazon Prime Day Created to Target Online Shoppers
Online customers around the world are getting ready for huge discounts and unique offers as July 8, the much-anticipated Amazon Prime Day 2025, draws near. However, this global shopping event has also become a prime target for cybercriminals, with over 1,000 newly registered domains mimicking Amazon’s branding detected in June alone. Surge in Phishing Threats…
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VenusTech and Salt Typhoon Breach Sheds Light on China’s Covert Cyber Mercenary Networks
The dark web forum DarkForums, which has been a site for data breaches and leaks since BreachForums was shut down in mid-April, was the scene of two major leaks in late May involving Chinese cybersecurity organizations: VenusTech, a well-known IT security vendor, and Salt Typhoon, a state-sponsored advanced persistent threat (APT) organization affiliated with the…
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Eight Malicious Firefox Extensions Expose Users to Credential Theft and Surveillance
The Socket Threat Research Team recently discovered a troubling network of malicious Firefox browser extensions that pose serious threats to user security and privacy. Initially focusing on a single extension, >>Shell Shockers,>mre1903.
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NightEagle APT Unleashes Custom Malware and Zero-Days to Infiltrate Industrial Systems
The advanced attack campaigns of a top Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group known as >>NightEagle,