In April 2024, FrostyGoop, an ICS malware, was discovered in a publicly available malware scanning repository. FrostyGoop can target devices communicating over Modbus TCP to manipulate control, modify parameters, and send unauthorized command messages. Modbus is a commonly used protocol across all industrial sectors. The Cyber Security Situation Center (CSSC), a part of the Security
Actors are masquerading as hacktivists targeting AI-centric communities with commodity malware and customized LockBit payloads.
Authored by Yashvi Shah and Vignesh Dhatchanamoorthy McAfee Labs has discovered a highly unusual method of malware delivery, referred to by researchers as
Kaspersky discovered a new APT CloudSorcerer targeting Russian government entities and using cloud services as C2, just like the CloudWizard actor.
Learn how SafeBreach developed malware integrated within Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR, exploiting its ransomware protection feature.
Turla, a well-known piece of malware, has taken to weaponising LNK-files to infect computers. We have observed a current example of this.
Cisco has patched an NX-OS zero-day exploited in April attacks to install previously unknown malware as root on vulnerable switches.
Tech giant Cloudflare urged customers to remove a popular open source library used to support older browsers after reports emerged this week that the tool is being used to distribute malware.
The Medusa banking trojan for Android has re-emerged after almost a year of keeping a lower profile in campaigns targeting France, Italy, the United States, Canada, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Turkey.
Korean telecom company KT Corporation sent malware to its subscribers who use Webhard's Grid Service peer-to-peer sharing program to hide their files and stop them from using the service.
In this article, we analyze XZ backdoor behavior inside OpenSSH, after it has achieved RSA-related function hook.
Android, Google’s most popular mobile operating system, powers billions of smartphones and tablets globally. Known for its open-source nature and flexibility, Android offers users a wide array of features, customization options, and access to a vast ecosystem of applications through the Google Play Store and other sources.
However, with its widespread adoption and open environment comes the risk of malicious activity. Android malware, a malicious software designed to target Android devices, poses a significant threat to users’ privacy, security, and data integrity. These malicious programs come in various forms, including viruses, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and adware, and they can infiltrate devices through multiple vectors, such as app downloads, malicious websites, phishing attacks, and even system vulnerabilities.
Uncover an in-depth analysis of PikaBot, a malware loader used by Initial Access Brokers for network compromise and ransomware deployment.
Researchers have discovered several vulnerabilities in popular WordPress plugins that allow attackers to create rogue admin accounts.
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A macOS version of the LightSpy surveillance framework has been discovered, confirming the extensive reach of a tool only previously known for targeting Android and iOS devices.
The Kaspersky GERT has detected a VBS script that has been abusing Microsoft Windows features by modifying the system to lower the defenses and using the local MS BitLocker utility to encrypt entire drives and demand a ransom.
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Security researchers discovered two previously unseen backdoors dubbed LunarWeb and LunarMail that were used to compromise a European government's diplomatic institutions abroad.
Learn how the Log4j vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228) is exploited by XMRig cryptominer malware. Discover attack methods, indicators, and effective mitigation strategies.
Recent infostealer malware campaign utilizing fake Homebrew websites to deliver Cuckoo and AtomicStealer.
Russia-Linked APT28 Strikes Poland with Malware Campaign Polish government bodies were hit by a sophisticated malware attack orchestrated by the infam
