Microsoft says that some customers might experience Remote Desktop and RDS connection issues after installing recent Windows updates released since January 2025. […]
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. […]
Malicious npm Package Modifies Local ‘ethers’ Library to Launch Reverse Shell Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered two malicious packages on the npm registry that are designed to infect another locally installed package, underscoring the continued evolution of software supply chain attacks targeting the open-source ecosystem.
The packages in question are ethers-provider2 and ethers-providerz, with the former downloaded 73 times to date since it was published on
The packages in question are ethers-provider2 and ethers-providerz, with the former downloaded 73 times to date since it was published on
macOS Users Warned of New Versions of ReaderUpdate Malware
macOS users are targeted with multiple versions of the ReaderUpdate malware written in Crystal, Nim, Rust, and Go programming languages.
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Sparring in the Cyber Ring: Using Automated Pentesting to Build Resilience
“A boxer derives the greatest advantage from his sparring partner…”
— Epictetus, 50–135 AD
— Epictetus, 50–135 AD
Hands up. Chin tucked. Knees bent. The bell rings, and both boxers meet in the center and circle. Red throws out three jabs, feints a fourth, and—BANG—lands a right hand on Blue down the center.
This wasn’t Blue’s first day and despite his solid defense in front of the mirror, he feels the pressure.
Critical Next.js Vulnerability in Hacker Crosshairs
Threat actors have started probing servers impacted by a critical-severity vulnerability in the web application development framework Next.js.
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How PAM Mitigates Insider Threats: Preventing Data Breaches, Privilege Misuse, and More
When people think of cybersecurity threats, they often picture external hackers breaking into networks. However, some of the most damaging breaches stem from within organizations. Whether through negligence or malicious intent, insiders can expose your organization to significant cybersecurity risks.
According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 57% of companies experience over
According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 57% of companies experience over
Security Firms Say Evidence Seems to Confirm Oracle Cloud Hack
Despite Oracle categorically denying that its Cloud systems have been breached, sample data released by the hacker seems to prove otherwise.
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Hackers Using E-Crime Tool Atlantis AIO for Credential Stuffing on 140+ Platforms
Threat actors are leveraging an e-crime tool called Atlantis AIO Multi-Checker to automate credential stuffing attacks, according to findings from Abnormal Security.
Atlantis AIO “has emerged as a powerful weapon in the cybercriminal arsenal, enabling attackers to test millions of stolen credentials in rapid succession,” the cybersecurity company said in an analysis.
Credential stuffing is a
Atlantis AIO “has emerged as a powerful weapon in the cybercriminal arsenal, enabling attackers to test millions of stolen credentials in rapid succession,” the cybersecurity company said in an analysis.
Credential stuffing is a
Windows 11 update breaks Veeam recovery, causes connection errors
Microsoft and Veeam are investigating a known issue that triggers connection errors on Windows 11 24H2 systems when restoring from Veeam Recovery Media. […]