Welcome to your weekly cybersecurity briefing. In a digital landscape where the only constant is change, this past week has been a stark reminder that vigilance is not just a best practice, but a necessity for survival. From corporate giants…
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Top 10 Best AI Penetration Testing Companies in 2025
AI is no longer just a buzzword; it’s a fundamental part of business operations, from customer service chatbots to complex financial models. However, this adoption has created a new and specialized attack surface. Traditional penetration testing, which focuses on network…
10 Best Cloud Penetration Testing Companies in 2025
As more businesses migrate their infrastructure to the cloud, cloud penetration testing has become a critical service. Unlike traditional network tests, cloud pentesting focuses on unique attack vectors such as misconfigured services, insecure APIs, and overly permissive IAM (Identity and…
“GPUGate” Malware Abuses Google Ads and GitHub to Deliver Advanced Malware Payload
A sophisticated malware campaign, dubbed “GPUGate,” abuses Google Ads and GitHub’s repository structure to trick users into downloading malicious software. The Arctic Wolf Cybersecurity Operations Center, the attack chain uses a novel technique to evade security analysis by leveraging a…
Critical Argo CD API Vulnerability Exposes Repository Credentials
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in Argo CD that allows API tokens with limited permissions to access sensitive repository credentials. The flaw in the project details API endpoint exposes usernames and passwords, undermining the platform’s security model by granting…
Kali Linux vs Parrot OS – Which Penetration Testing Platform is Most Suitable for Cybersecurity Professionals?
Penetration testing and ethical hacking have been dominated by specialized Linux distributions designed to provide security professionals with comprehensive toolsets for vulnerability assessment and network analysis. Among the most prominent options, Kali Linux and Parrot OS have emerged as leading contenders, each offering unique…
New Report Claims Microsoft Used China-Based Engineers For SharePoint Support and Bug Fixing
A recent investigation has revealed that Microsoft employed China-based engineers to maintain and support SharePoint software, the same collaboration platform that was recently compromised by Chinese state-sponsored hackers. This revelation raises significant concerns about cybersecurity practices and potential insider threats…
TAG-150 Hackers Deploying Self-Developed Malware Families to Attack Organizations
A sophisticated new threat actor designated TAG-150 has emerged as a significant cybersecurity concern, demonstrating rapid development capabilities and technical sophistication in deploying multiple self-developed malware families since March 2025. The group has successfully created and deployed CastleLoader, CastleBot, and…
SafePay Ransomware Claiming Attacks Over 73 Victim Organizations in a Single Month
A new ransomware threat has emerged as one of 2025’s most prolific cybercriminal operations, with SafePay ransomware claiming attacks against 73 victim organizations in June alone, followed by 42 additional victims in July. This surge has positioned SafePay as a…
143,000 Malware Files Attacked Android and iOS Device Users in Q2 2025
Cybercriminals unleashed a massive wave of mobile malware attacks during the second quarter of 2025, with security researchers detecting nearly 143,000 malicious installation packages targeting Android and iOS devices. This surge represents a significant escalation in mobile cyber threats, affecting…