Persistent backdoors via Linux pluggable authentication modules: a new threat
Recent research by the Group-IB Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) team has revealed a novel technique exploiting Linux’s Pluggable Authentication Modules (PAM) to create persistent backdoors on...
Critical Progress LoadMaster vulnerability: unauthenticated code execution
A severe vulnerability (CVE-2024-7591) has been discovered in the Progress LoadMaster product line, including all releases and the Multi-Tenant (MT) hypervisor. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to...
Microchip Data Breach Confirmed by Company
Microchip Technology, a prominent American semiconductor manufacturer, has disclosed a cyberattack in August 2024 that compromised sensitive employee information. The company’s recent filing with the U.S. Securities and...
Emansrepo: new cyber attacks
In August 2024, FortiGuard Labs unveiled a concerning new player in the cybersecurity landscape: Emansrepo, a Python-based infostealer. This malware has been propagated through cunning phishing emails, often...
Understanding the threat of RomCom’s ransomware campaign
In recent months, the cyber threat landscape has seen a significant uptick in ransomware attacks, with the Russian group known as RomCom, or Storm-0978, emerging as a formidable...
Google Chrome update: enhancing security with version 128.0.6613
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Google has rolled out significant updates for its Chrome Stable and Extended Stable channels, now featuring version 128.0.6613. This update is gradually...
Addressing the critical CVE-2024-7261 vulnerability in Zyxel devices
In a concerning development for network security, Zyxel has recently issued patches to address a critical operating system (OS) command injection vulnerability, designated as CVE-2024-7261. This flaw poses...
Booking.com phishing attack: understanding the threat and protecting yourself
In recent months, a highly sophisticated phishing attack targeting Booking.com has emerged, raising alarms among hotel managers and travelers alike. This attack, marked by its complexity and high...