A notorious Russian hosting service provider known as Proton66 is at the center of a series of widespread cyberattacks and malware campaigns targeting organizations and users worldwide, according to fresh findings from cybersecurity experts. Researchers at Trustwave SpiderLabs have linked…
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Russian Hackers Target European Diplomats with ‘Wine-Tasting’ Phishing Scams
A Russian state-linked hacking group is ramping up its cyberattacks against diplomatic targets across Europe, using a new stealthy malware tool known as “GrapeLoader” to deliver malicious payloads through cleverly disguised phishing emails. According to Check Point Research, the campaign…
Funding Crisis Averted: US Extends CVE Program Support Amid Outcry and Rising Concerns
The U.S. extends CVE program funding hours before expiration, averting a crisis and prompting moves toward a more sustainable, community-led future. The post Funding Crisis Averted: US Extends CVE Program Support Amid Outcry and Rising Concerns appeared first on eSecurity…
CISA Faces Massive Cuts, Sparking Security Fears and Political Blowback
Massive layoffs loom at CISA, with 40% of staff at risk. Critics warn the cuts could cripple U.S. cyber defenses and threaten national security. The post CISA Faces Massive Cuts, Sparking Security Fears and Political Blowback appeared first on eSecurity…
USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them
Discover how evolving USPS mail scams highlight growing cybersecurity risks. Learn how phishing, smishing, and brushing attacks threaten your personal data. The post USPS Warns Public About Rising Mail, Email Scams—How to Spot and Avoid Them appeared first on eSecurity…
ToddyCat Hackers Exploit ESET Flaw to Launch Stealthy TCESB Attack
ToddyCat hackers exploit ESET flaw (CVE-2024-11859) to deploy stealthy TCESB malware using DLL hijacking and a vulnerable Dell driver. The post ToddyCat Hackers Exploit ESET Flaw to Launch Stealthy TCESB Attack appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been…
Xanthorox AI: A New Breed of Malicious AI Threat Hits the Darknet
Xanthorox AI, a darknet-exclusive tool, uses five custom models to launch advanced, autonomous cyberattacks, ushering in a new AI threat era. The post Xanthorox AI: A New Breed of Malicious AI Threat Hits the Darknet appeared first on eSecurity Planet.…
EU Pumps €1.3 Billion into Cybersecurity, AI, and Digital Skills to Fortify Europe’s Tech Future
The European Commission is making a massive €1.3 billion ($1.4 billion) bet on Europe’s digital future, with a strong focus on shoring up cybersecurity defenses, boosting artificial intelligence, and closing the digital skills gap. The funding, part of the Digital…
8 Best Application Firewall (WAF) Solutions in 2025
Find the best Web Application Firewall (WAF) solutions to protect your apps. Compare top vendors, features, and deployment options. The post 8 Best Application Firewall (WAF) Solutions in 2025 appeared first on eSecurity Planet. This article has been indexed from…
Hacker Leaks 270,000 Samsung Customer Records—Stolen Credentials Were Left Unchecked for Years
In a troubling security breach, a hacker exposed the personal data of over 270,000 Samsung customers in Germany, freely dumping it on the internet. The hack, attributed to a cybercriminal operating under the alias “GHNA,” occurred when the attacker accessed…