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Threat actors exploit AI to make their attacks more effective through automation, scanning large data sets for security gaps and creating intricate phishing scams that are harder to spot. In addition, threat actors can employ AI to produce legit-looking fake content and evade security measures. Cybersecurity researchers at Cyble recently identified that threat actors have […]

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Threat actors masquerade as interviewers and send a ZIP file (onlinestoreforhirog.zip) to candidates as part of a fake interview, which contains legitimate files and a malicious JavaScript file (printfulRoute.js) that is obfuscated to evade detection.  The obfuscated code uses techniques like base64 encoding, dynamic function names, and string concatenation to hide its functionality. After deobfuscation, […]

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Fresnillo PLC, the world’s largest primary silver producer, and Mexico’s largest gold producer has announced that it has been the target of a significant cybersecurity incident. The breach resulted in unauthorized access to specific IT systems and data. Upon discovering the incident, Fresnillo immediately activated its response protocols to mitigate the impact. The company’s IT […]

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A sophisticated phishing campaign targets Microsoft OneDrive users, employing social engineering to trick victims into executing malicious PowerShell scripts.  The attack leverages a false sense of urgency by claiming a DNS issue prevents file access, enticing users to click a button that triggers PowerShell script execution and compromising affected systems.  An Email-Borne Phishing Attack Leverages […]

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A Russian threat actor known as Fighting Ursa (also referred to as APT28, Fancy Bear, and Sofacy) has been identified in a new campaign that began in March 2024. This campaign uses a fake car sale advertisement to distribute the HeadLace backdoor malware, primarily targeting diplomats. The campaign leverages legitimate services such as Webhook.site to […]

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In mid-2022, Mandiant’s Managed Defense first uncovered UNC4393, the primary user of BASTA ransomware. This financially motivated threat cluster has attacked over 40 business entities and 20 industry verticals. Recently, it focused on healthcare firms. QAKBOT botnet infections are generally exploited by UNC4393 to gain initial access, with distribution being mainly done through phishing emails […]

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Security researchers have discovered a severe vulnerability in the Linux kernel that could allow attackers to gain full control over affected systems. Dubbed “SLUBStick,” the exploit technique uses memory allocation flaws to achieve arbitrary read and write access to kernel memory. The vulnerability, detailed in a paper by Graz University of Technology researchers, affects recent […]

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Cybercriminals increasingly leverage the TryCloudflare Tunnel to deliver Remote Access Trojans (RATs) in financially motivated attacks. TryCloudflare is a tool for developers to experiment with Cloudflare Tunnel without adding a site to Cloudflare’s DNS. Threat actors continually refine tactics to evade detection and enhance campaign efficacy, complicating attribution and necessitating ongoing analysis.  They exploit Cloudflare […]

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Phishing campaigns intensified in May 2024, with Poland bearing the brunt of attacks, accounting for 80% of over 26,000 protected users, as Italy and Romania also experienced significant targeting.  Threat actors launched nine distinct phishing campaigns during the month, primarily focusing on Poland with seven dedicated attacks.  Recent cyberattacks have transitioned from using AceCryptor to […]

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Microsoft has released a critical security update for its Edge browser to address multiple vulnerabilities, including a severe validation flaw that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The update, released on August 1, 2024, patches three significant vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge versions prior to 127.0.2651.86: The most severe of these, CVE-2024-7256, […]

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A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in Bitdefender’s GravityZone Update Server, potentially exposing organizations to server-side request forgery (SSRF) attacks. The flaw, identified as CVE-2024-6980, carries a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 9.2 out of 10, indicating its significant impact on affected systems. The security issue originates from a verbose error-handling […]

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Security Risk Advisors (SRA) announces the launch of VECTR Enterprise Edition, a premium version of its widely-used VECTR platform for purple teams and adversary management program reporting and benchmarking. VECTR Enterprise is designed to support organizations that want to mature and communicate the success of their purple team exercises with benchmarking and executive reporting features. […]

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A new malware named “Flame Stealer” has been making waves in the cybersecurity community, posing a significant threat to users’ financial and personal data. Developed in C and C++, this sophisticated software was first announced on Telegram on April 14, 2024, and has since been evolving with claims of being undetectable by conventional antivirus tools. […]

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MTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) test tools are essential for verifying the configuration and security of email servers. These tools help ensure that email communications are secure, reliable, and properly configured, which is crucial for protecting sensitive information and preventing unauthorized access. The SMTP test tools checks your SMTP server’s health status. First, it connects […]

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Specula tool utilizes a Registry to turn Microsoft Outlook Into a C2 Server capable of executing arbitrary commands. Fundamentally, Specula is a C2 framework that uses the Outlook home page feature.  It exposes the ability to develop a home page capable of attacking this vector.  This ability to exploit the Outlook home page has been […]

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Endpoint management tools streamline the administration and security of an organization’s endpoint devices, such as desktops, laptops, and mobile devices. They provide centralized control over device configuration, software deployment, and policy enforcement, enhancing IT efficiency. These tools ensure compliance with security policies and help mitigate risks by monitoring and managing endpoints‘ health and security status. […]

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Since unarchiver apps are commonly used and trusted for extracting files, threat actors often abuse them to disseminate malware and other malicious files. Recently, security analysts uncovered macOS malware that disguises itself as an “Unarchiver” app, enabling threat actors to steal user data. During routine research, cybersecurity experts at Hunt.io discovered a phishing site masquerading […]

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OneBlood, the not-for-profit blood center serving much of the southeastern United States, has been hit by a ransomware attack that has impacted its software systems. The organization works closely with cybersecurity specialists and federal, state, and local agencies to address the situation. “OneBlood takes the security of our network extremely seriously,” said Susan Forbes, OneBlood’s […]

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Cyber A.I. Group, Inc., an emerging growth global cybersecurity, A.I. and IT services company, announced today that it has executed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to acquire a prominent North American-based cybersecurity firm. The announcement was made by Walter Hughes, CEO of Cyber A.I. Group alongside A.J. Cervantes, Jr., Executive Chairman of Cyber A.I. Group […]

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In recent days, threat actors have leveraged the popular Google Authenticator (a multi-factor authentication program) through Google ads, infecting devices with malware. In this instance, an unidentified person was able to pose as Google and effectively distribute malware that was tricked as a legitimate Google product. This not only deceives innocent individuals into downloading malware […]

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