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Critical Cisco Smart Licensing Utility Flaws Exploited in Attacks
Mitchell Langley
March 21, 2025
Cisco's Smart Licensing Utility vulnerabilities CVE-2024-20439 and CVE-2024-20440 are now exploited, allowing unauthorized access through a backdoor admin account.
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HellCat Hacking Spree Targets Jira Servers Worldwide
Andrew Doyle
March 21, 2025
HellCat hackers are exploiting compromised Jira credentials in a worldwide hacking spree, targeting companies like Ascom and Jaguar Land Rover, stealing sensitive data including source ...
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RansomHub Ransomware Leverages New Betruger Backdoor for Enhanced Attacks
Andrew Doyle
March 21, 2025
RansomHub ransomware uses a new multi-function backdoor, Betruger, for enhanced attacks, streamlining the deployment process and minimizing detection.
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Critical MegaRAC Bug Lets Attackers Hijack and Brick Servers
Mitchell Langley
March 21, 2025
MI MegaRAC BMC vulnerability (CVE-2024-54085) lets attackers remotely hijack and brick servers, impacting numerous vendors and potentially causing significant damage.
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This Week In Cybersecurity: 17th March to 21st March, 2025
Andrew Doyle
March 21, 2025
This week in cybersecurity reports on a range of incidents, including a major data breach at California Cryobank and a supply chain attack affecting GitHub ...
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Veeam Backup & Replication Flaw Allows Remote Execution of Malicious Code
Andrew Doyle
March 20, 2025
A critical vulnerability in Veeam Backup & Replication allows remote code execution, affecting various versions and posing significant security risks.
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Microsoft Exchange Online Outage Impacts Outlook Web Users
Mitchell Langley
March 20, 2025
A Microsoft Exchange Online outage severely impacted Outlook on the web users globally, causing login and access issues. Microsoft attributed the problem to a code ...
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DollyWay Malware Campaign Compromises 20,000 WordPress Sites
Mitchell Langley
March 20, 2025
The DollyWay malware campaign, active since 2016, has compromised over 20,000 WordPress sites, redirecting users to malicious sites and generating millions of fraudulent impressions monthly.
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WhatsApp Patches Zero-Day Flaw Exploited by Paragon Spyware
Andrew Doyle
March 20, 2025
WhatsApp has patched a zero-click vulnerability exploited by Paragon spyware, affecting journalists and activists globally, highlighting ongoing cybersecurity challenges.
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Ukrainian Military Targeted in New Signal Spear-Phishing Attacks
Mitchell Langley
March 20, 2025
krainian military personnel are facing sophisticated spear-phishing attacks using compromised Signal accounts to deliver Dark Crystal RAT malware. Urgent security updates are needed.
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Arcane Infostealer Infects YouTube and Discord Users Through Game Cheats
Andrew Doyle
March 20, 2025
The Arcane infostealer, a new malware, is stealing data from YouTube and Discord users via game cheats, targeting VPNs, messengers, and cryptocurrency wallets. Its sophisticated ...
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Pennsylvania Education Union Data Breach Impacts 500,000 Individuals
Andrew Doyle
March 20, 2025
he Pennsylvania State Education Association (PSEA) suffered a data breach exposing the personal information of over 500,000 individuals, including financial and health records. Rhysida ransomware ...
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Ransomware Victims on Dark Web – 3rd March, 2025
Andrew Doyle
March 20, 2025
This report summarizes recent ransomware attacks across various sectors, detailing the victims, threat actors, and available information on the incidents. Due to the nature of ...
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California Cryobank Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Customer Information
Mitchell Langley
March 19, 2025
California Cryobank, a major US sperm bank, suffered a data breach exposing customer names, bank details, Social Security numbers, and more. The company is offering ...
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GitHub Action Hack May Cause Another Supply Chain Attack
Andrew Doyle
March 19, 2025
A cascading supply chain attack, starting with a GitHub Action hack, exposed CI/CD secrets across 23,000 repositories, highlighting vulnerabilities in third-party code reliance.
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Western Alliance Bank Data Breach Impacts 21,899 Customers
Mitchell Langley
March 19, 2025
Western Alliance Bank suffered a data breach impacting 21,899 customers, exposing sensitive personal and financial information due to a third-party vendor's software vulnerability exploited by ...
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11 State-Sponsored Hacking Groups Exploit Windows Zero-Day Exploit
Andrew Doyle
March 19, 2025
A critical Windows zero-day exploit, ZDI-CAN-25373, has been exploited by 11 state-sponsored hacking groups since 2017, enabling data theft and espionage. Microsoft initially declined to ...
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$6.1 Million Crypto Stolen in WEMIX Hack
Andrew Doyle
March 19, 2025
WEMIX, a blockchain gaming platform, suffered a $6.1 million crypto theft. Hackers stole authentication keys, planning the attack for two months before executing 13 successful ...
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StilachiRAT Malware Steals Crypto Using Advanced Reconnaissance
Mitchell Langley
March 18, 2025
Microsoft discovered StilachiRAT, a new RAT malware using sophisticated techniques to steal cryptocurrency and perform reconnaissance. Its advanced evasion capabilities make proactive defense crucial.
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GitHub Action Supply Chain Attack Exposes CI/CD Secrets
Andrew Doyle
March 18, 2025
A supply chain attack on the popular tj-actions/changed-files GitHub Action exposed CI/CD secrets. Attackers compromised a PAT, impacting 23,000 repositories. GitHub has since removed the ...
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LockBit Ransomware Gang Breached, Internal Negotiation Data and Affiliate Info Leaked
Andrew Doyle
May 12, 2025
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Play Ransomware Exploited Windows Logging Vulnerability in Zero-Day Attacks
Syed Arslan
May 8, 2025
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Interlock Ransomware Gang Deploys ClickFix Attacks Using Fake IT Tools to Compromise Networks
Andrew Doyle
April 21, 2025
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IKEA Ransomware Attack Cost Fourlis Group Millions in Revenue
April 14, 2025
Cybersecurity incident disrupted IKEA operations across multiple countries just before Black Friday The IKEA ransomware attack that struck just two days before Black Friday in ...
Neptune RAT Malware Spreading Through YouTube and GitHub, Targeting Windows PCs
April 10, 2025
Neptune RAT malware is spreading through YouTube and GitHub, infecting Windows PCs. This dangerous Trojan allows hackers complete system control, demanding immediate action from businesses ...
FortiSwitch Flaw Allows Remote Admin Password Changes
April 10, 2025
FortiSwitch vulnerability (CVE-2024-48887) lets attackers remotely change admin passwords. Fortinet released patches; immediate updates are crucial.
Oracle Denies Major Cloud Breach, Confirms Hack of “Obsolete Servers”
April 10, 2025
Oracle denies a major cloud breach, confirming instead a hack of obsolete servers. No Oracle Cloud customer data was compromised, the company claims.
Hackers Exploit SSRF Bug in EC2-Hosted Sites to Steal AWS Credentials
April 10, 2025
Hackers exploited SSRF bugs in EC2-hosted sites to steal AWS credentials, accessing EC2 Metadata and potentially IAM credentials via IMDSv1. This highlights the ongoing threat ...
Western Sydney University Data Breach Exposes 10,000 Student Records
April 10, 2025
Western Sydney University confirms a data breach exposing the personal information of 10,000 students. The university is investigating and has contacted authorities.
Half of UK Firms Delay Digital Projects Due to Soaring Cyber Warfare Risks
April 9, 2025
Half of UK firms are delaying digital projects due to rising cyber warfare fears, according to a new report highlighting the impact of nation-state attacks ...
Everest Ransomware: Data Extortionist Turned Initial Access Broker
April 9, 2025
Everest ransomware, active since 2020, evolved from data extortion and ransomware to primarily acting as an Initial Access Broker (IAB), targeting healthcare providers.
Treasury OCC Data Breach: Hackers Accessed 150,000 Emails Since June 2023
April 9, 2025
The Treasury's Office of the Comptroller of the Currency suffered a major data breach, exposing over 150,000 emails and sensitive financial data since June 2023.
WhatsApp Vulnerability Allows Malicious Code Execution on Windows PCs
April 9, 2025
WhatsApp flaw (CVE-2025-30401) lets attackers execute malicious code on Windows PCs by sending files with altered extensions. Update to WhatsApp 2.2450.6 or later immediately.
Mirai Botnet Exploiting TVT DVRs
April 9, 2025
A new Mirai botnet is causing a surge in attacks targeting TVT NVMS9000 DVRs, exploiting a vulnerability to gain admin access and potentially launch DDoS ...
Rödl Management Data Breach, Personal Data Exposed
April 9, 2025
Rödl Management suffered a data breach between January 30 and February 9, 2024, compromising consumer data. Investigations are underway, and affected individuals are receiving notifications.
Fall River Public Schools Responds to Cybersecurity Breach
April 9, 2025
Fall River Public Schools confirms a cybersecurity breach, working with experts to investigate unauthorized network access and ensure data protection.
Kellogg Data Breached, Clop Ransomware Exploits Cleo Zero-Day Vulnerabilities
April 8, 2025
WK Kellogg confirms a data breach exposing employee names and social security numbers, linked to the Clop ransomware gang's exploitation of Cleo software vulnerabilities.
Superannuation Hack Exposes $4.2 Trillion Sector’s Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities
April 8, 2025
A major superannuation hack exposed critical cybersecurity flaws, impacting major Australian funds and highlighting the urgent need for stronger security measures within the $4.2 trillion ...
Singapore Banks Suffer Ransomware Attack: DBS and Bank of China Affected
April 8, 2025
Singapore's DBS and Bank of China suffered a data breach due to a ransomware attack on their printing services provider, impacting thousands of customers. Funds ...
Vice Society Ransomware: The Anti K-12 RaaS Syndicate
April 8, 2025
Vice Society, a prolific RaaS group, preys on schools and other institutions, deploying readily available ransomware and threatening data leaks unless ransoms are paid. Their ...
Texas State Bar Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Attorney Information
April 8, 2025
Texas State Bar's data breach exposed sensitive attorney information, including SSNs, financial details, and legal case documents. Ransomware group INC claimed responsibility.
Everest Ransomware’s Dark Web Leak Site Defaced and Taken Offline
April 8, 2025
Everest ransomware's dark web leak site was defaced, disrupting their double-extortion scheme. This highlights the vulnerability of even sophisticated cybercriminal operations and the importance of ...
EncryptHub Has a Double Life of a Cybercriminal and Bug Bounty Hunter
April 8, 2025
Threat actor EncryptHub, responsible for compromising 618 organizations, secretly reported two Windows zero-day vulnerabilities to Microsoft, revealing a complex figure operating in both cybercrime and ...