ResolverRat Malware Takes Aim at Healthcare Industry A malicious campaign using ResolverRat malware has been targeting healthcare providers globally, taking advantage of open RDP connections and phishing scams. The malware provides remote access to compromised systems, enabling attackers to exfiltrate medical data and potentially disrupt patient services. Security researchers warn that ResolverRat’s operators appear to […]
Phishers Use Real-Time Checks to Outsmart Security Measures According to the report, cybercriminals have begun using real-time checks within phishing campaigns to determine whether a victim’s system or browser is under active security inspection. By performing quick, automated lookups in the moment a user clicks a malicious link, attackers can decide whether to serve genuine […]
Fortinet Cautions Users: Attackers Staying Hidden in Networks Despite Patches Fortinet has issued a warning that cybercriminals continue to lurk in networks even after organisations have patched known vulnerabilities in Fortinet products. Attackers who exploited older flaws have managed to maintain persistence by using compromised credentials, backdoor accounts, or hidden footholds. Although many organisations patched […]
New TCESB Malware Puts Organisations on High Alert Exploiting ESET Security Scanner Researchers have identified a new strain of malware called TCESB that is being actively deployed by cybercriminals. The malware’s primary functions include data exfiltration and remote code execution, enabling attackers to stealthily obtain sensitive information from targeted systems. TCESB employs updated obfuscation tactics […]
PipeMagic Trojan Exploits Windows CLFS for Stealth Attacks A newly identified PipeMagic trojan exploits the Common Log File System (CLFS) in Windows to launch sophisticated attacks. Security researchers observed the malware injecting itself into system processes using a previously undocumented technique related to Windows’ CLFS driver. This stealthy approach helps bypass many endpoint defences, allowing […]
WordPress Sites Under Threat from Stealthy MU Plugins Cybercriminals are exploiting WordPress MU plugins (commonly known as “must-use” plugins) to maintain persistent access to WordPress sites. By disguising their backdoors or malicious scripts as MU plugins, attackers can evade standard plugin checks and remain undetected. These sneaky plugins load automatically whenever WordPress runs, making it […]
The Top Three MS Office Exploits Hackers Are Using Right Now Recent findings highlight the top three Microsoft Office exploits that cybercriminals are frequently using in real-world attacks. These include flaws in macro-enabled documents, malicious embedded objects, and privilege escalation vulnerabilities—often leveraged via phishing emails or booby-trapped Office files. Attackers exploit users’ trust in familiar […]
10 Critical Network Penetration Test Findings Every Organisation Should Know The article highlights the 10 most common and critical findings from network penetration tests, illustrating how weaknesses in infrastructure, misconfigurations, and unpatched systems can expose organisations to serious threats. It starts by stressing the importance of regular pentesting and quickly dives into each finding: Ensuring […]
Researchers Reveal 46 Critical Security Vulnerabilities in Embedded Systems Researchers have identified 46 critical vulnerabilities affecting a range of embedded systems, including IoT devices and other networked hardware. These flaws pose significant risks, as attackers could potentially exploit them to gain remote access, disrupt operations, or exfiltrate sensitive data. The vulnerabilities affect multiple vendors, some […]
