Tag: threat
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SHARED INTEL QA: AI in the SOC isn’t all about speed, it’s more so about smoothing process
The SOC has long been the enterprise’s first line of defense. But despite years of investment in threat feeds and automation platforms, the same question persists: why does intelligence still struggle to translate into timely action? Related: IBM makes the “¦ (more”¦) First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/05/shared-intel-qa-ai-in-the-soc-isnt-all-about-speed-its-more-so-about-smoothing-process/
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‘Would rather pay bounty than ransom’: Coinbase on $20M extortion attempt
Hackers are demanding a ransom of the same amount: According to the filing, the email communication by the threat actor demanded $20 million in exchange for not publicly disclosing the information. It remains to be seen how threat actors respond to Coinbase refusing to pay the ransom.”Coinbase’s decision to publicly counter-extort with a $20 million…
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ISMG Editors: AI-Based Biometrics Evolve – But at What Cost?
Also: Why AI Falls Short in Zero Trust, Gaps in Insider Threat Prevention. In this week’s update, ISMG editors discussed how AI is reshaping behavioral biometrics, the impact of AI on zero trust strategies and whether organizations are finally getting a handle on insider threats – or just throwing more money at a nagging problem.…
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FBI Alerts Public to Malicious Campaign Impersonating US Government Officials
Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a warning about an ongoing malicious messaging campaign targeting current and former senior US government officials and their contacts. Since April 2025, threat actors have been impersonating high-ranking US officials through text messages and AI-generated voice calls in an effort to gain access to personal accounts and potentially sensitive…
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Frigidstealer Malware Targets macOS Users to Harvest Login Credentials
An macOS users, a new information-stealing malware dubbed FrigidStealer has emerged as a formidable threat since January 2025. This insidious malware capitalizes on user trust by masquerading as routine browser updates, luring unsuspecting individuals into downloading a malicious disk image file (DMG) from compromised websites. Unlike conventional malware, FrigidStealer bypasses macOS Gatekeeper protections by coercing…
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APT Group 123 Targets Windows Systems in Ongoing Malicious Payload Campaign
Group123, a North Korean state-sponsored Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group also known by aliases such as APT37, Reaper, and ScarCruft, continues to target Windows-based systems across multiple regions. Active since at least 2012, the group has historically focused on South Korea but has broadened its operations since 2017 to include Japan, Vietnam, the Middle East,…
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Attacker Specialization Puts Threat Modeling on Defensive
Specialization among threat groups poses challenges for defenders, who now must distinguish between different actors responsible for different facets of an attack. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/attackers-specialize-cyber-threat-models-adapt
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How to Develop and Communicate Metrics for CSIRPs
A well-documented cybersecurity incident response program (CSIRP) provides the transparency needed for informed decision-making, protecting the organization in a constantly changing threat environment. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/develop-communicate-metrics-csirps
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Top 10 Best Practices for Effective Data Protection
Data is the lifeblood of productivity, and protecting sensitive data is more critical than ever. With cyber threats evolving rapidly and data privacy regulations tightening, organizations must stay vigilant and proactive to safeguard their most valuable assets. But how do you build an effective data protection framework?In this article, we’ll explore data protection best practices…
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Hackers Target Industrial Automation Systems Using Over 11,600 Malware Variants
Tags: attack, automation, control, cyber, hacker, infrastructure, kaspersky, malware, technology, threatHackers are stepping up their attacks on Industrial Control Systems (ICS) in the first quarter of 2025, employing an arsenal of 11,679 different malware families. This is a worrying development for industrial cybersecurity. According to a Kaspersky security solutions Report, the persistence of cyber threats targeting operational technology (OT) infrastructures remains a critical issue. While…
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Researchers Replicate Advanced Tactics and Tools of VanHelsing Ransomware
Cybersecurity researchers at AttackIQ have meticulously emulated the intricate tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of the VanHelsing ransomware, a potent ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation that surfaced in March 2025. This cyber threat has rapidly gained notoriety within the cybercriminal underworld for its advanced cross-platform capabilities and aggressive double extortion model. VanHelsing targets a wide array of…
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Hackers Leveraging PowerShell to Bypass Antivirus and EDR Defenses
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a growing trend in which threat actors are exploiting Microsoft PowerShell a legitimate Windows command-line interface to bypass advanced antivirus and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) defenses. This technique, often termed as “Living off the Land” (LotL), allows attackers to leverage built-in system utilities, reducing their reliance on external malicious payloads…
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[Webinar] From Code to Cloud to SOC: Learn a Smarter Way to Defend Modern Applications
Modern apps move fast”, faster than most security teams can keep up. As businesses rush to build in the cloud, security often lags behind. Teams scan code in isolation, react late to cloud threats, and monitor SOC alerts only after damage is done.Attackers don’t wait. They exploit vulnerabilities within hours. Yet most organizations take days…
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Vipre Email Threat Trends Report Q1 2025 – Low-Tech-Strategien und SVG-Phishing im Aufwind
First seen on security-insider.de Jump to article: www.security-insider.de/email-bedrohungen-2025-mensch-schwachstelle-low-tech-angriffe-a-74edccf998dc8e09590abee39c8f065e/
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Polymorphic phishing attacks flood inboxes
AI is transforming the phishing threat landscape at a pace many security teams are struggling to match, according to Cofense. In 2024, researchers tracked one malicious email … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/05/16/polymorphic-phishing-attacks-cofense/
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Proofpoint buying Hornetsecurity in a play to expand email security scope
One of many big purchases in the industry: While the terms are confidential, sources have reported the price of the Hornetsecurity purchase, which is expected to close in the second half of 2025, to be well over $1 billion. This would make it Proofpoint’s largest acquisition, and also one of the biggest cybersecurity deals in…
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Is Your Cloud Truly Safe from Invisible Threats?
Why Do Cloud Security Gaps Exist? Can we confidently claim to have sealed all potential breaches? The truth is, despite significant investments in cybersecurity measures, gaps continue to exist. Many professionals overlook the importance of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) management. NHIs, machine identities combined with a “Secret””, an encrypted password, token, or key”, are powerful tools……
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Building Confidence in Your Cybersecurity Strategy
Why is a Comprehensive Cybersecurity Strategy Essential? A robust cybersecurity strategy is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Whether it is financial services, healthcare, or travel, organizations are making significant shifts to the digital domain. It has become critical to safeguard sensitive data from threats and risks. But how can businesses build confidence in……
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Big Steelmaker Halts Operations After Cyber Incident
Nucor made it clear its investigation is still in the early stages and didn’t specify the nature or scope of the breach, nor who the threat actor might be. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/steel-manufacturer-stalls-operations-cyber-incident
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Agentic AI used by threat actors to turbocharge cyberattacks
First seen on scworld.com Jump to article: www.scworld.com/news/agentic-ai-used-by-threat-actors-to-turbocharge-cyberattacks
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Attackers Target Samsung MagicINFO Server Bug, Patch Now
CVE-2025-4632, a patch bypass for a Samsung MagicInfo 9 Server vulnerability disclosed last year, has been exploited by threat actors in the wild. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/attackers-target-samsung-magicinfo-server-bug
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Coinbase disclosed a data breach after an extortion attempt
Coinbase confirmed rogue contractors stole customer data and demanded a $20M ransom in a breach reported to the SEC. Coinbase said rogue contractors stole data on under 1% of users and demanded $20M; the data breach was disclosed in an SEC filing. On May 11, 2025, the company received a ransom demand from a threat…
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Critical SAP NetWeaver Vuln Faces Barrage of Cyberattacks
As threat actors continue to hop on the train of exploiting CVE-2025-31324, researchers are recommending that SAP administrators patch as soon as possible so that they don’t fall victim next. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/critical-sap-netweaver-vuln-cyberattacks
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Nova Scotia Power confirms hackers stole customer data in cyberattack
Nova Scotia Power confirms it suffered a data breach after threat actors stole sensitive customer data in a cybersecurity incident discovered last month. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/nova-scotia-power-confirms-hackers-stole-customer-data-in-cyberattack/
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Threat Actors Exploit Open Source Packages to Deploy Malware in Supply Chain Attacks
The Socket Threat Research Team has uncovered a surge in supply chain attacks where threat actors weaponize open source software libraries to deliver malicious payloads such as infostealers, remote shells, and cryptocurrency drainers. With modern development heavily reliant on ecosystems like npm, PyPI, Go Module, Maven Central, and RubyGems where 7090% of codebases consist of…
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A Unified Approach to Exposure Management: Introducing Tenable One Connectors and Customized Risk Dashboards
Unified visibility and context are the keys to an effective exposure management program. Learn how the new Tenable One connectors and unified dashboards give you a comprehensive view of your attack surface, help you streamline decision-making and empower your teams to uncover hidden risks, prioritize critical exposures and respond to threats with confidence. In 2022,…
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GOP lawmakers urge ban of networking vendor TP-Link, citing ties to China
The Trump administration is facing mounting pressure to formulate a strategy for addressing supply-chain threats that endanger national security. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/tp-link-china-routers-congress-commerce-ban-letter/748227/