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CISA flags CVE-2021-43226 in Windows CLFS Driver for active exploitation, enabling local attackers to gain SYSTEM privileges via buffer overflows. Impacts Win10/11 & Servers 2016-2022; federal deadline Oct 27—apply updates, monitor Event IDs 4656/4658, and scan for vulnerabilities now.

New Android RAT on GitHub ("Huckel789/Android-RAT") promises permanent stealth, web-based control from any device, and features like SMS theft, 2FA hijacking, live cams, ransomware—no PC needed. Experts warn of lowered cybercrime barriers; analyze in isolation for defenses.

A hacker alleges stealing Huawei's source code, dev tools, scripts, and manuals in a major breach, offering them on dark web forums—echoing past espionage fears from U.S. warnings, Vodafone backdoors, and NSA hacks. Investigation ongoing amid global security risks.

LayerX uncovers CometJacking, exploiting Perplexity’s AI browser via malicious URLs to steal Gmail/Calendar data—tricks AI into Base64-encoded exfiltration, bypassing safeguards. Urgent call for AI security-by-design amid rising agentic threats.

CVE-2025-43400 enables out-of-bounds writes via malicious fonts, risking app crashes and memory corruption on macOS, iOS, and more—no active exploits yet, but RCE potential. Update to Sequoia 15.7.1 immediately for protection against untrusted files.

Trend Micro uncovers SORVEPOTEL, a worm-like malware exploiting WhatsApp for fast propagation on Windows systems in Brazil—phishing ZIPs lead to account bans and enterprise hits in government, tech sectors. Detect and block early to avoid spam floods.

A breach at Discord's third-party support vendor leaked personal info like names, emails, IP addresses, limited billing details, and scanned photo IDs for some users—no passwords or full cards affected. Discord is investigating and notifying victims; stay alert for phishing.

CVE-2025-56383 exposes Notepad++ v8.8.3 and earlier to DLL hijacking attacks, allowing local code execution via malicious plugins like NppExport.dll. PoC shows persistence risks—update now and monitor for infections until patched.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup's 48 teams, 104 matches across Canada, Mexico, and USA heighten cyber risks from ransomware and hacktivists, targeting tech-reliant infrastructure. Experts urge collaboration, stable CISA funding, and daily best practices to secure the event.

Check Point uncovers Iranian-aligned Nimbus Manticore's (UNC1549) spear-phishing campaign hitting defense, telecom, and aviation in Denmark, Sweden, Portugal. Fake job portals deliver MiniJunk backdoor and MiniBrowse stealer via advanced DLL side-loading—boost phishing defenses now.