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Flaw in Windows Shortcut Exploited by Multiple Threat Groups

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Flaw in Windows Shortcut Exploited by Multiple Threat Groups

Attackers are utilizing Windows shortcut (.lnk) files to deceive users into executing malicious code on their systems. Researchers from Trend Micro's Zero Day Initiative (ZDI) have reported that at least 11 threat actors globally have been exploiting this vulnerability, designated as ZDI-CAN-25373, to execute harmful payloads on target

March 2025 Patch Tuesday: Overview of Vulnerabilities

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March 2025 Patch Tuesday: Overview of Vulnerabilities

Microsoft's March 2025 Patch Tuesday has addressed a total of 57 vulnerabilities, including six critical zero-day flaws that are actively exploited. The vulnerabilities have been categorized with 23 related to remote code execution, indicating a significant risk to systems. Image courtesy of BleepingComputer For a detailed list of

Malware Operation ‘DollyWay’ Hacked 20,000+ WordPress Sites Globally

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Malware Operation ‘DollyWay’ Hacked 20,000+ WordPress Sites Globally

Image courtesy of Malware Operation ‘DollyWay’ DollyWay is a long-running malware campaign that has compromised over 20,000 WordPress sites globally. The operation primarily targets WordPress sites, using a sophisticated approach to maintain control and inject malware. The malware redirects visitors to scam pages via traffic broker networks. The campaign

AI Video Security & Compliance: What Cybersecurity Marketers Need to Know

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AI Video Security & Compliance: What Cybersecurity Marketers Need to Know

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing video security, and enhancing surveillance with features like facial recognition security, night vision security cameras, and weapon detection systems. However, while AI-powered security solutions offer improved threat detection and response, they also introduce complex compliance challenges. Regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Colossal Ransomware Attack Affects Hundreds of U.S. Companies

Colossal Ransomware Attack Affects Hundreds of U.S. Companies

About 200 U.S. businesses were impacted by a significant ransomware attack linked to the REvil ransomware gang. The attack targeted Kaseya, a Florida-based IT firm, which then spread through corporate networks utilizing its software. Kaseya acknowledged the incident in a statement and indicated that it was investigating a "

PayPal Scam Alert: New Invoice Scheme Bypasses Email Security

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PayPal Scam Alert: New Invoice Scheme Bypasses Email Security

PayPal Scam Warning—Dangerous Invoice Bypasses Email Security Beware of a new PayPal invoice scam that uses old tricks to bypass email security. As Google rolls out AI-powered protections to aid Android users, scammers are reverting to methods that exploit email vulnerabilities. “PayPal scammers are using an old Docusign trick

Amazon and Microsoft Battle for Quantum Computing Supremacy Amidst Industry Challenges

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Amazon and Microsoft Battle for Quantum Computing Supremacy Amidst Industry Challenges

Overview of AWS's Post-Quantum Cryptography Initiatives AWS prioritizes the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of customer data through cryptographic security. Current public-key cryptographic schemes rely on mathematical problems; however, the advent of quantum computing poses a threat to these systems. AWS is proactively preparing for a post-quantum world by

AI Arms Race and Malware Development

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AI Arms Race and Malware Development

The Dark Side of AI: Cybersecurity Risks and the Malware Explosion Meerah Rajavel, the chief information officer of Palo Alto Networks, has expressed concerns regarding the rapid development of generative AI technologies by major companies, including OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google. She highlighted that the speed at which these technologies are

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Ransomware Gang Leak Shows Stolen Passwords And 2FA Codes Driving Attacks

Stolen passwords and 2FA codes are critical factors in ransomware attacks. Google has warned that cybercrime is becoming a national security threat, evidenced by ongoing chaos from ransomware gangs. The leak of private internal chat logs from the Black Basta crime group has provided insight into their operations. Threat intelligence

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HomeTeamNS Servers Targeted in Ransomware Attack, No Data Breach Detected

Some HomeTeamNS servers were compromised by a ransomware attack, as reported on March 3. The incident was discovered on February 25, impacting servers that stored data of current and former employees, alongside vehicle details of members and affiliate members. A ransomware attack can often lead to a data breach, exposing

New Auto-Color Malware: An Emerging Linux Backdoor for Full Remote Access

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New Auto-Color Malware: An Emerging Linux Backdoor for Full Remote Access

Between early November and December 2024, Palo Alto Networks researchers discovered a new Linux malware called Auto-color. This malware employs several advanced evasion tactics to avoid detection, including the use of benign-looking file names and hiding its command and control (C2) connections. Once installed, Auto-color grants threat actors full remote

Critical Vulnerabilities in WordPress Plugins Expose Thousands of Websites to Security Risks

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Critical Vulnerabilities in WordPress Plugins Expose Thousands of Websites to Security Risks

WordPress is the most widely used content management system (CMS), making it a prime target for attackers. Recent vulnerabilities highlight the importance of staying updated on security issues surrounding this platform. Vulnerable Plugin Exposes 150,000 Websites Researchers have uncovered two critical vulnerabilities in the POST SMTP Mailer WordPress plugin.

What is a Data Breach? A Comprehensive Guide for Cybersecurity Professionals

What is a Data Breach? A Comprehensive Guide for Cybersecurity Professionals

Introduction In cybersecurity, understanding the term "data breach" is crucial for cybersecurity professionals and marketers. A data breach can have significant implications for businesses and individuals alike. Data breaches are now costing companies an average of nearly $5 million each time one happens. As a security marketer, it&

Cybersecurity Threats: Salt Typhoon and CL-STA-0048

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Cybersecurity Threats: Salt Typhoon and CL-STA-0048

Salt Typhoon Targeting Cisco Devices China’s Salt Typhoon campaign has been actively breaching telecommunications companies, with researchers identifying attempts to compromise over 1,000 Cisco network devices globally. This includes targeting organizations in the U.S., South Africa, Italy, and Thailand. The group seems to have created a list

CISA Flags Craft CMS Vulnerability CVE-2025-23209 Amid Active Attacks

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CISA Flags Craft CMS Vulnerability CVE-2025-23209 Amid Active Attacks

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added the high-severity security flaw CVE-2025-23209 to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog due to evidence of active exploitation. This vulnerability affects Craft CMS versions 4 and 5, with a CVSS score of 8.1. It was addressed by the

Over 330 Million Credentials Compromised by Infostealers

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Over 330 Million Credentials Compromised by Infostealers

Infostealers have become a significant threat, with over 330 million compromised credentials connected to malware activities. According to a report by Kela, these credentials were found linked to infostealer activity on at least 4.3 million machines. Access to sensitive corporate services such as cloud solutions, content management systems, email,

How to Effectively Humanize AI Content: Key Strategies for Content Marketers

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How to Effectively Humanize AI Content: Key Strategies for Content Marketers

Nowadays, marketers use AI to simplify their tasks. And content creation is one such task. They rely on AI tools, including ChatGPT, DeepSeek, Gemini, WriteSonic, & Jasper to generate content. What’s bad? AI content sounds robotic & boring. It lacks human warmth & connection. That’s why marketers are

China's Quantum Strategy: Launching Quantum-Resistant Encryption Standards and Protecting Data from Emerging Threats

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China's Quantum Strategy: Launching Quantum-Resistant Encryption Standards and Protecting Data from Emerging Threats

China has initiated a global effort to develop post-quantum cryptographic algorithms, diverging from US-led efforts to establish encryption standards. The Institute of Commercial Cryptography Standards (ICCS) is soliciting proposals for encryption methods that can withstand quantum attacks, evaluating them based on security, performance, and feasibility. This initiative signifies a move

Earth Preta APT Exploit Microsoft Utility Tool & Bypass AV Detection to Control Windows

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Earth Preta APT Exploit Microsoft Utility Tool & Bypass AV Detection to Control Windows

Researchers from Trend Micro’s Threat Hunting team have uncovered a sophisticated cyberattack campaign by the advanced persistent threat (APT) group Earth Preta, also known as Mustang Panda. This group has been leveraging new techniques to infiltrate systems and evade detection, primarily targeting government entities in the Asia-Pacific region, including

RansomHub: A New Ransomware Threat Targeting Windows, ESXi, Linux, and FreeBSD Systems

RansomHub: A New Ransomware Threat Targeting Windows, ESXi, Linux, and FreeBSD Systems

The RansomHub ransomware group has emerged as one of the most prolific cybercrime syndicates of 2024–2025. The group has expanded its arsenal to target Windows, VMware ESXi, Linux, and FreeBSD systems, employing advanced evasion techniques, cross-platform encryption, and exploiting vulnerabilities in enterprise infrastructure. Group-IB analysts have discovered that RansomHub

XCSSET Malware: New Zero-Day Attacks Target macOS Users via Xcode Projects

XCSSET Malware: New Zero-Day Attacks Target macOS Users via Xcode Projects

Microsoft Threat Intelligence has identified an evolved iteration of the XCSSET malware family actively exploiting macOS developers via weaponized Xcode projects. This modular backdoor, first documented in 2020, now employs advanced obfuscation techniques, refined persistence mechanisms, and novel infection vectors to subvert Apple’s security frameworks and compromise software supply

Urgent Warning for Gmail and Outlook Users: Beware of Dangerous Emails and New Scams

Urgent Warning for Gmail and Outlook Users: Beware of Dangerous Emails and New Scams

Gmail users have been warned about sophisticated scams that utilize AI to steal personal information and hijack accounts. These attacks have been characterized as "devastating," with criminals leveraging AI to create convincing voice, video messages, and emails. The FBI has previously alerted users about the rise in AI-fueled

Can AI Mitigate Insider Threats

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Can AI Mitigate Insider Threats? Exploring the Existential Risks

As global powers incorporate artificial intelligence into their militaries, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) must enhance its human risk management strategies. The DoD's FY2024 budget allocates $266.2 million for integrating emerging technologies to combat insider threats, focusing on AI-powered solutions. Organizations like the Defense Innovation

New PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Exploited by Hackers

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New PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Exploited by Hackers

Alto Networks has released a patch for a high-severity authentication bypass vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-0108, affecting their PAN-OS software. GreyNoise has observed active exploitation attempts targeting this vulnerability. PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability CVE-2025-0108 Image courtesy of Hackers Actively Exploiting New PAN-OS Authentication Bypass Vulnerability Palo Alto Networks has released a

Burp Suite Goes AI: Revolutionizing Web Pentesting

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Burp Suite Goes AI: Revolutionizing Web Pentesting

PortSwigger, the company behind Burp Suite, is revolutionizing web application security testing by integrating AI-powered extensions into Burp Suite Professional. This exciting development gives security pros new ways to automate tasks, find hidden vulnerabilities, and boost their overall efficiency. With 10,000 free AI credits to start, this update promises