A suspected zero-day vulnerability in SonicWall firewall devices that the Akira ransomware group is actively exploiting. The flaw allows attackers to gain initial access to corporate networks through SonicWall’s SSL VPN feature, leading to subsequent ransomware deployment. In late July…
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CISA roasts unnamed critical national infrastructure body for shoddy security hygiene
Plaintext passwords, shared admin accounts, and insufficient logging rampant at mystery org CISA is using the findings from a recent probe of an unidentified critical infrastructure organization to warn about the dangers of getting cybersecurity seriously wrong.… This article has…
CMMC Assessor FAQ: What Can You Expect From Them?
Part of the process of achieving certification with CMMC is undergoing an audit to validate your security posture across all of the relevant security controls. This can’t be done internally; part of maintaining a valid security framework is using third-party…
I put the Galaxy Ring to the test – and it’s better than my Apple Watch in one critical area
Samsung’s smart ring is exceeding sales expectations, and I found a lot to like about the Galaxy Ring in my real-world tests. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I put the Galaxy Ring to…
SafePay Ransomware Infected 260+ Victims Across Multiple Countries
A new ransomware threat has emerged as one of the most aggressive cybercriminal operations of 2025, with SafePay ransomware claiming responsibility for over 265 successful attacks spanning multiple continents. The group, which first appeared in September 2024 with limited activity…
Lazarus Hackers Weaponized 234 Packages Across npm and PyPI to Infect Developers
A sophisticated cyber espionage campaign targeting software developers has infiltrated two of the world’s largest open source package repositories, with North Korea’s notorious Lazarus Group successfully deploying 234 malicious packages across npm and PyPI ecosystems. Between January and July 2025,…
Akira Ransomware Exploits SonicWall VPNs in Likely Zero-Day Attack on Fully-Patched Devices
SonicWall SSL VPN devices have become the target of Akira ransomware attacks as part of a newfound surge in activity observed in late July 2025. “In the intrusions reviewed, multiple pre-ransomware intrusions were observed within a short period of time,…
Combating the Grandparent Scam: A Deep Dive into Cybersecurity and Law Enforcement Efforts
This episode explores the ‘Grandparent Scam,’ a prevalent and profitable fraud targeting seniors by exploiting their concern for their grandchildren. Experts Deirdre and John from Ireland’s National Cybersecurity Center and the Ontario Provincial Police share insights into the scam’s mechanics,…
Hackers Abuse Microsoft 365’s Direct Send Feature to Deliver Internal Phishing Attacks
Cybercriminals have discovered a sophisticated new attack vector by exploiting Microsoft 365’s Direct Send feature to deliver phishing campaigns that masquerade as legitimate internal communications. This emerging threat leverages a legitimate Microsoft service designed for multifunction printers and legacy applications,…
11,000 Android Devices Hacked by Chinese Threats Actors to Deploy PlayPraetor Malware
A sophisticated malware-as-a-service operation orchestrated by Chinese-speaking threat actors has successfully compromised over 11,000 Android devices worldwide through the deployment of PlayPraetor, a powerful Remote Access Trojan designed for on-device fraud. The campaign represents a significant escalation in mobile banking…