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- Microsoft Details BadPilot Campaign by Seashell Blizzard - Microsoft has disclosed information about the BadPilot campaign, a subgroup of the Russian threat actor Seashell Blizzard, which has been targeting global infrastructure since at least 2021.
- Cyber Campaign REF7707 Targets South American Foreign Ministry - Elastic Security Labs has reported a sophisticated cyber campaign, named REF7707, targeting a South American Foreign Ministry with advanced malware and linked to previous breaches in Southeast Asia.
- Phishing Campaign Exploits Webflow CDN for Credit Card Theft - A new phishing campaign is exploiting fake PDF documents on the Webflow content delivery network to trick users into providing credit card information.
- Chinese Cyberespionage Tools Used in Ransomware Attack - A report from Symantec indicates that tools associated with Chinese cyberespionage groups were used in a recent ransomware attack, which involved the deployment of the PlugX backdoor and the execution of ransomware named RA World.
- Chinese Cyber Espionage Group Linked to Ransomware Attack - A ransomware attack on an Asian software firm in November 2024 has been linked to tools associated with Chinese cyber espionage groups, indicating a possible evolution in their tactics.
- FINALDRAFT Malware Targets South American Foreign Ministry - A recent analysis has identified a sophisticated cyber espionage campaign targeting the foreign ministry of a South American country, utilizing advanced malware and affecting multiple regions, including Southeast Asia.
- Google Introduces New Online Safety Features for Youth - Google has introduced updates to enhance online safety for users under 18, including default SafeSearch filters, ad content restrictions, and new parental management features.
- Invariant-Driven Development Enhances Smart Contract Security - The article highlights the significance of invariant-driven development in enhancing smart contract security by defining key properties that must be maintained throughout the software lifecycle.
- Ethical Hackers Identify $50,500 Software Supply Chain Vulnerability - Ethical hackers have discovered a critical vulnerability in a software supply chain, resulting in a $50,500 bounty for identifying a GitHub Actions token embedded in a Docker image.
- New Vulnerabilities Found in Security Software via COM Hijacking - Researchers have identified new vulnerabilities in security software related to COM hijacking, affecting Webroot Endpoint Protect and Checkpoint Harmony, which could allow attackers to gain elevated privileges.
- PostgreSQL SQL Injection Vulnerability CVE-2025-1094 Identified - A critical SQL injection vulnerability, CVE-2025-1094, has been identified in PostgreSQL's interactive tool, prompting users to upgrade to supported versions to mitigate risks.
- Palo Alto Networks Releases Patch for PAN-OS Vulnerability - Palo Alto Networks has released patches for a critical vulnerability in its PAN-OS software that could allow unauthorized access to the management web interface.
- macOS Vulnerability CVE-2024-54531 Allows KASLR Bypass - Security researchers have identified a vulnerability in macOS on Apple Silicon that allows attackers to bypass Kernel Address Space Layout Randomization, prompting Apple to release a patch to address the issue.
- CrowdStrike Issues Advisory for TLS Vulnerability in Falcon Sensor - CrowdStrike has issued a security advisory about a high-severity TLS vulnerability in its Falcon Sensor for Linux, urging users to update to version 7.21 or later to mitigate potential risks.
- Palo Alto Networks Addresses High-Severity PAN-OS Vulnerabilities - Palo Alto Networks has issued security advisories for two high-severity vulnerabilities in its PAN-OS, urging users to update their software and restrict access to the management interface.
- Pre-Course Preparation for OSCP Certification - The article discusses the OSCP certification's ROI, emphasizing pre-course preparation and alternative career pathways in cybersecurity.
- Keiko Itakura Discusses Cybersecurity Strategies in Japan - Keiko Itakura, Okta's Regional Chief Security Officer for Japan, highlighted the importance of identity security and a Zero Trust approach in addressing cybersecurity challenges during a recent interview.
- U.S. Government Faces Security Breach by DOGE Personnel - The U.S. government is dealing with a significant security breach involving unauthorized access to sensitive systems by personnel from the Department of Government Efficiency, raising concerns about potential national security risks.
- Italian Government Denies Spying Allegations Involving Spyware - The Italian government has denied allegations of illegally spying on journalists and activists using spyware, despite reports of hacked cellphones and ongoing investigations.