The China-linked threat actor known as UNC5174 has been attributed to a new campaign that leverages a variant of a known malware dubbed SNOWLIGHT and […]
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How to Conduct a Cloud Security Assessment
As organizations accelerate their adoption of cloud technologies, the need for robust cloud security has never been more urgent. Cloud environments offer scalability, flexibility, and […]
DOGE ‘Big Balls’ Ransomware Utilizes ZIP-Based LNK Shortcuts and BYOVD Techniques for Stealthy Attacks
A new and highly sophisticated ransomware campaign, dubbed “DOGE BIG BALLS Ransomware,” has recently come to light, demonstrating a blend of technical innovation and psychological […]
Cybercriminals Exploit EC2 Instance Metadata Vulnerability to Launch Attacks on Hosted Websites
Cybercriminals have launched a sophisticated campaign targeting websites hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) EC2 instances. This campaign, observed in March 2025, exploits a vulnerability […]
ChatGPT Image Generator Abused for Fake Passport Production
OpenAI’s ChatGPT image generator has been exploited to create convincing fake passports in mere minutes, highlighting a significant vulnerability in current identity verification systems. This […]
Unmasking Xworm Payload Execution Path through Jailbreaking a Malicious JScript Loader
Security researchers are analyzing a sophisticated malware delivery mechanism that uses a JScript loader to deploy different payloads based on the victim’s geographic location. This […]
PasivRobber Malware Emerges, Targeting macOS to Steal Data From Systems and Apps
A sophisticated new malware suite targeting macOS, dubbed “PasivRobber,” has been discovered by security researchers. Identified on March 13, 2025, after a suspicious file named […]
From ISO to NIS2 – Mapping Compliance Requirements Globally
The global regulatory landscape for cybersecurity is undergoing a seismic shift, with the European Union’s NIS2 Directive emerging as a critical framework for organizations operating […]
New ‘Waiting Thread Hijacking’ Malware Technique Evades Modern Security Measures
Security researchers have unveiled a new malware process injection technique dubbed “Waiting Thread Hijacking” (WTH), designed to execute malicious code within legitimate processes while bypassing […]
Security Awareness Metrics That Matter to the CISO
Security awareness has become a critical component of organizational defense strategies, particularly as companies adopt zero-trust architectures. Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are increasingly challenged […]