Discord has introduced a groundbreaking privacy feature called “Ignore.” This announcement coincides with Safer Internet Day 2025, celebrated globally on February 11, which emphasizes creating a safer and more responsible digital environment. The inclusion of Ignore demonstrates Discord’s recognition of…
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IllusionCAPTCHA – A Security Mechanism To Stop AI-Based Breaking CAPTCHA
In the ongoing battle between cybersecurity and AI, researchers have introduced a groundbreaking innovation, IllusionCAPTCHA, a CAPTCHA system that leverages visual illusions to differentiate between human users and AI bots. This novel approach aims to counter the increasing threat of…
USB Army Knife – A Powerful Red Team Tool for Penetration Testers
The USB Army Knife is a versatile red-teaming tool for penetration testers that emulates a USB Ethernet adapter for traffic capture, enables custom attack interfaces, and functions as covert storage all in one compact device. This multi-functional firmware combines a…
SouthKorea Spy Agency Says DeepSeek Excessively Collects Personal Data
SEOUL, South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) has raised concerns over the Chinese AI app DeepSeek, accusing it of “excessively” collecting personal data and posing national security risks. The NIS issued an advisory urging government agencies to adopt stringent security…
FinStealer Malware Attacking Leading Indian Bank’s Mobile Users To Steal Login Credentials
A sophisticated malware campaign dubbed “FinStealer” is actively targeting customers of a leading Indian bank through fraudulent mobile applications. The malware, identified as Trojan.rewardsteal/joxpk, employs advanced tactics to steal banking credentials and personal information from unsuspecting users. The malicious campaign…
Progress LoadMaster Security Vulnerability let Attackers Execute Arbitrary System Commands
Progress has disclosed multiple critical security vulnerabilities affecting its LoadMaster product line, including the Multi-Tenant (MT) hypervisor. These vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2024-56131, CVE-2024-56132, CVE-2024-56133, CVE-2024-56134, and CVE-2024-56135, allow attackers to execute arbitrary system commands or access sensitive files. While no…
Akira Ransomware Leads The Number of Ransomware Attacks For January 2025
January 2025 marked a significant month in the ransomware landscape, with Akira emerging as the leading threat. According to recent reports, Akira was responsible for 72 attacks globally, highlighting its rapid rise in prominence. This surge in activity is part…
Alabama Man Pleaded Guilty for Hacking U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission X Account
Eric Council Jr., a 25-year-old from Athens, Alabama, pleaded guilty on February 10, 2025, to charges stemming from the January 2024 hacking of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) social media account on X (formerly Twitter). The breach involved…
Researchers Unveiled Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures Used by North Korean Hackers
Researchers have shed light recently on the sophisticated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) employed by North Korean hackers. This comprehensive analysis, spanning nearly three years, focuses on targeted digital threats against civil society organizations (CSOs) in South Korea. The research…
Ubuntu Printing Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Arbitrary Code on Locked Laptops
A recently discovered vulnerability in Ubuntu 22.04’s printing subsystem, specifically within the “ippusbxd” package, could have allowed attackers to execute arbitrary code on locked laptops. However, modern compiler features stepped in to mitigate the risk, preventing exploitation beyond a system…