North Korean Hackers Shift from Cyber Espionage to Ransomware Attacks
In a significant shift from their traditional operations, North Korean hackers have increasingly moved from cyber espionage to financially motivated ransomware attacks. This evolution in tactics highlights a strategic pivot…
Telegram App Flaw Exploited to Spread Malware Hidden in Videos
A significant security flaw in the Telegram mobile app for Android, identified as EvilVideo, has been exploited to distribute malware camouflaged as video files. This vulnerability, discovered by ESET, was…
Experts Uncover Chinese Cybercrime Network Behind Gambling and Human Trafficking
In a significant revelation, cybersecurity experts have uncovered a Chinese cybercrime syndicate, known as Vigorish Viper, orchestrating illegal gambling and human trafficking activities across Southeast Asia. This network has been…
PINEAPPLE and FLUXROOT Hacker Groups Exploit Google Cloud for Credential Phishing
In a concerning development, two hacker groups known as PINEAPPLE and FLUXROOT have been identified leveraging Google Cloud’s serverless architecture to conduct sophisticated credential phishing campaigns. FLUXROOT: Targeting Mercado Pago…
Faulty CrowdStrike Global Windows System Crashes: A Comprehensive Analysis
Introduction In July 2024, a significant incident unfolded in the cybersecurity realm when a faulty update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon Sensor led to widespread crashes of Windows systems worldwide. The issue,…
AT&T Data Breach: A Comprehensive Analysis and Action Plan
Introduction In a significant cybersecurity incident, AT&T has confirmed a data breach affecting nearly all its wireless customers, as well as those of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) using AT&T’s…
Critical OpenSSH Vulnerability CVE-2024-6387 Exposes Systems to Remote Code Execution
Overview A new critical vulnerability, dubbed “regreSSHion” (CVE-2024-6387), has been identified in OpenSSH’s server (sshd) on glibc-based Linux systems. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote code execution, granting attackers full root…
The rise of Velvet Ant Chinese Hackers Exploiting Cisco Zero-Day Vulnerability
Introduction In a recent development, a China-linked cyber espionage group, Velvet Ant, has been exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Cisco switches to deliver malware. This post delves into the details…
Google to Block Entrust Certificates in Chrome
Starting November 1, 2024, Google Chrome will block TLS certificates from Entrust due to unresolved security issues and non-compliance with industry standards. Website operators must switch to a different CA…
TeamViewer Detects Security Breach in Corporate IT Environment
TeamViewer detects a significant security breach within its corporate IT environment, linked to APT29, a Russian state-sponsored hacker group. Prompt response and enhanced security measures ensure customer data remains unaffected.…