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Read moreVampire Bot spyware targets job seekers via deceptive ZIP attachments in recruiter emails, stealing screenshots and data. Linked to BatShadow hackers, it evades detection—stay safe by verifying offers and using EDR tools to avoid digital traps. -
Read moreOpenAI's October 2025 report reveals bans on ChatGPT accounts linked to PRC-affiliated groups like UNKDROPPITCH, who leveraged AI to debug malware (GOVERSHELL, HealthKick), craft targeted phishing, and build surveillance tools—disrupting 40+ networks; models block direct threats but highlight efficiency risks in cyber ops. -
Read moreSucuri uncovers stealthy PHP code injections in WordPress theme files (functions.php) exploiting weak permissions and outdated plugins to fetch obfuscated JS from brazilc[.]com, enabling pop-ups, redirects, and Cloudflare-mimicking iframes—update themes, tighten permissions, and monitor scripts to secure sites. -
Posted: October 08, 2025Views: 122Read moreMicrosoft alerts on cybercriminals and state actors abusing Teams' messaging, calls, and sharing for full attack lifecycle—from reconnaissance with TeamsEnum to exfiltration via GraphRunner and extortion by Octo Tempest. Harden identities, monitor anomalies, and train users to mitigate. -
Posted: October 08, 2025Views: 75Read moreGujarat reports over 38 lakh malware incidents via malicious apps, phishing, and unpatched software, targeting outdated devices for data theft and ransomware. Safeguard with prompt updates, trusted antivirus, 2FA, official app stores, and offline backups to stay protected. -
Read moreTrend 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. -
Posted: September 29, 2025Views: 76Read moreA malicious update to the postmark-mcp server injects a hidden BCC to exfiltrate sensitive emails from thousands of organizations. Koi’s risk engine uncovered the attack, highlighting risks in AI-driven MCP tools. Remove version 1.0.16+ and audit MCP servers now. -
Read moreMicrosoft uncovers advanced XCSSET variant infecting Xcode projects for macOS devs—adds Firefox data exfiltration, crypto wallet clipboard swaps via AES-encrypted AppleScripts, and LaunchDaemon persistence. Mitigate with updates, Defender for Endpoint, and domain blocks. -
Read moreAverage breakout time drops to 18 minutes (June-August 2025, per ReliaQuest), fueled by automation and Oyster malware's abuse of rundll32.exe for DLL loading via scheduled tasks. Learn about Gamarue USB attacks, AI-driven malvertising, and defenses like behavioral monitoring. -
Read moreThe npm package "fezbox" (alias janedu) disguises as a JS/TS utility library but hides credential-stealing code in a Cloudinary QR image. Discovered by Socket Threat Research, it uses reversed strings and obfuscation to evade detection—learn risks and defenses like CI/CD scanning and zero-trust dependencies.
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