In just over three months, Microsoft will withdraw mainstream support for its popular server operating system, Windows Server 2022. This means that after October 13, 2026, no new features or security updates will be released for this version of the software, leaving systems vulnerable to emerging threats. The withdrawal of mainstream support is a natural … Read more
A Critical Windows Vulnerability Exploited in the Wild: What You Need to Know In a worrying development, a security researcher has uncovered a previously unknown Windows vulnerability that allows attackers to gain admin privileges on up-to-date systems. The exploit, dubbed LegacyHive, takes advantage of a weakness in the Windows User Profile Service and can be … Read more
Criminal actors are refining their playbook to evade detection online, and at the heart of this strategy is a sophisticated approach to using residential proxies for carding. These individuals no longer view residential IPs as a simple anonymity tool, but rather as one component of a broader identity-simulation stack. They’re now combining these proxies with … Read more
Ernst & Young, one of the world’s largest auditing and professional services providers, has disclosed a data breach that occurred when an unauthorized third-party accessed its support ticket system. The breach is significant not only because of Ernst & Young’s size and reach but also because it highlights the potential vulnerabilities in even the most … Read more
The latest threat from the dark side of the web has been uncovered, and it’s a doozy. Fake coding tests are being used to deliver malware that’s eerily reminiscent of an infamous 2018 attack, known as the “OtterCookie” campaign. This time around, malicious actors have taken to hiding their malware in SVG flag images, making … Read more
A new strain of malware, dubbed GoSerpent, has been discovered targeting Southeast Asian governments and diplomats for espionage purposes. This highly sophisticated threat leverages advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to evade detection and compromise sensitive information. GoSerpent is a type of backdoor malware that allows attackers to remotely access and control infected systems. It’s … Read more
A sophisticated malware campaign is underway, targeting organizations and individuals with a particularly insidious technique. ACR Stealer, a type of malicious software designed to steal sensitive data, has been linked to a series of attacks that use fake Microsoft error messages as lures. These messages, masquerading as legitimate notifications from ClickFix, a popular online support … Read more
Armenian authorities have detained a Russian tourist on a US warrant, but lawyers claim it’s the wrong man – one accused of being a member of the notorious REvil hacking group. This case highlights the complex and often murky world of international cybersecurity law enforcement, where innocent bystanders can get caught in the crossfire. The … Read more
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is being leveraged on both sides of the cybersecurity battlefield, with hackers and defenders employing AI models to discover and exploit software vulnerabilities at an unprecedented pace. As militaries and governments invest heavily in developing autonomous systems, concerns are growing about whether trusted information infrastructure can keep up … Read more
The European Union’s data protection watchdog, the Article 29 Working Party, has ordered Google to grant rival AI assistants access to Android devices’ microphones, cameras, and screens, a move that could significantly alter the tech landscape. This decision affects millions of users worldwide who rely on Google’s Android operating system for their mobile devices. The … Read more