Hackers abuse WordPress MU-Plugins to hide malicious code
Hackers are utilizing the WordPress mu-plugins ("Must-Use Plugins") directory to stealthily run malicious code on every page while evading detection. [...]
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North Korean hackers adopt ClickFix attacks to target crypto firms
The notorious North Korean Lazarus hacking group has reportedly adopted 'ClickFix' tactics to deploy malware targeting job seekers in the cryptocurrency industry, particularly centralized finance (CeFi). [...]
New Crocodilus malware steals Android users’ crypto wallet keys
A newly discovered Android malware dubbed Crocodilus tricks users into providing the seed phrase for the cryptocurrency wallet using a warning to back up the key to avoid losing access. [...]
Phishing-as-a-service operation uses DNS-over-HTTPS for evasion
A newly discovered phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) operation that researchers call Morphing Meerkat, has been using the DNS over HTTPS (DoH) protocol to evade detection. [...]
New Ubuntu Linux security bypasses require manual mitigations
Three security bypasses have been discovered in Ubuntu Linux's unprivileged user namespace restrictions, which could be enable a local attacker to exploit vulnerabilities in kernel components. [...]
Infostealer campaign compromises 10 npm packages, targets devs
Ten npm packages were suddenly updated with malicious code yesterday to steal environment variables and other sensitive data from developers' systems. [...]
Chinese FamousSparrow hackers deploy upgraded malware in attacks
A China-linked cyberespionage group known as 'FamousSparrow' was observed using a new modular version of its signature backdoor 'SparrowDoor' against a US-based trade organization. [...]
The 4 WordPress flaws hackers targeted the most in Q1 2025
A new report sheds light on the most targeted WordPress plugin vulnerabilities hackers used in the first quarter of 2025 to compromise sites. [...]
Vivaldi integrates Proton VPN into the browser to fight web tracking
Vivaldi has announced the integration of Proton VPN directly into its browser without requiring add-on downloads or plugin activations, allowing users to protect their data against 'Big Tech' surveillance for free. [...]
UK fines software provider £3.07 million for 2022 ransomware breach
The UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has fined Advanced Computer Software Group Ltd £3.07 million over a 2022 ransomware attack that exposed the sensitive personal data of 79,404 people, including National Health Service (NHS) patients. [...]
StreamElements discloses third-party data breach after hacker leaks data
Cloud-based streaming company StreamElements confirms it suffered a data breach at a third-party service provider after a threat actor leaked samples of stolen data on a hacking forum. [...]
New Atlantis AIO platform automates credential stuffing on 140 services
A new cybercrime platform named 'Atlantis AIO' provides an automated credential stuffing service against 140 online platforms, including email services, e-commerce sites, banks, and VPNs. [...]
RedCurl cyberspies create ransomware to encrypt Hyper-V servers
A threat actor named 'RedCurl,' known for stealthy corporate espionage operations since 2018, is now using a ransomware encryptor designed to target Hyper-V virtual machines. [...]
New npm attack poisons local packages with backdoors
Two malicious packages were discovered on npm (Node package manager) that covertly patch legitimate, locally installed packages to inject a persistent reverse shell backdoor. [...]
Cloudflare R2 service outage caused by password rotation error
Cloudflare has announced that its R2 object storage and dependent services experienced an outage lasting 1 hour and 7 minutes, causing 100% write and 35% read failures globally. [...]
Browser-in-the-Browser attacks target CS2 players' Steam accounts
A new phishing campaign targets Counter-Strike 2 players utilizing Browser-in-the-Browser (BitB) attacks that display a realistic window that mimics Steam's login page. [...]
New Android malware uses Microsoft’s .NET MAUI to evade detection
New Android malware campaigns use Microsoft's cross-platform framework.NET MAUI while disguising as legitimate services to evade detection. [...]
New VanHelsing ransomware targets Windows, ARM, ESXi systems
A new multi-platform ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation named VanHelsing has emerged, targeting Windows, Linux, BSD, ARM, and ESXi systems. [...]
Cyberattack takes down Ukrainian state railway’s online services
Ukrzaliznytsia, Ukraine's national railway operator, has been hit by a massive cyberattack that disrupted online services for buying tickets both through mobile apps and the website. [...]
Chinese Weaver Ant hackers spied on telco network for 4 years
A China-linked advanced threat group named Weaver Ant spent more than four years in the network of a telecommunications services provider, hiding traffic and infrastructure with the help of compromised Zyxel CPE routers. [...]
Critical flaw in Next.js lets hackers bypass authorization
A critical severity vulnerability has been discovered in the Next.js open-source web development framework, potentially allowing attackers to bypass authorization checks. [...]
Cloudflare now blocks all unencrypted traffic to its API endpoints
Cloudflare announced that it closed all HTTP connections and it is now accepting only secure, HTTPS connections for api.cloudflare.com. [...]
Fake Semrush ads used to steal SEO professionals’ Google accounts
A new phishing campaign is targeting SEO professionals with malicious Semrush Google Ads that aim to steal their Google account credentials. [...]
Steam pulls game demo infecting Windows with info-stealing malware
Valve has removed a game titled 'Sniper: Phantom's Resolution' from the Steam store following multiple user reports that indicated its demo installer actually infected their systems with information stealing malware. [...]
VSCode extensions found downloading early-stage ransomware
Two malicious VSCode Marketplace extensions were found deploying in-development ransomware from a remote server, exposing critical gaps in Microsoft's review process. [...]
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