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A novel malware named FinalDraft has been identified leveraging Outlook email drafts for command-and-control (C2) communications. This sophisticated attack has targeted a government ministry in a South American nation, as discovered by Elastic Security Labs. Malware Attack Overview The attack employs a comprehensive toolkit, including a custom malware loader called

In a significant cybersecurity development, the China-linked Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group known as Salt Typhoon has successfully breached multiple U.S. telecommunications providers. This breach was accomplished by exploiting vulnerabilities in Cisco IOS XE network devices that had not been patched. The ongoing cyber espionage campaign highlights the persistent

Cybersecurity experts have identified active exploitation of a critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-0108, in Palo Alto Networks PAN-OS firewalls. This flaw allows attackers to bypass authentication on the management web interface, posing significant risks to affected systems. Details of the Vulnerability The vulnerability resides in the PAN-OS management web interface, where an

In early November 2024, Memorial Hospital and Manor experienced a significant ransomware attack that compromised sensitive data of over 120,000 people. Despite the breach occurring on November 1, it was only discovered the following day and initially reported via a now-deleted Facebook post. Delayed Notifications and Ongoing Concerns Although

The Virginia Attorney General's office recently faced a significant cyberattack, leading to a shutdown of its computer systems. This incident has prompted investigations by both the Virginia State Police and the FBI. Impact of the Cyberattack The attack forced the office to revert to manual processes, including paper

A recent cyberattack has compromised the personal data of approximately 12 million Zacks Investment Research accounts. This breach, initially claimed to involve 15 million records, has been verified to affect slightly fewer accounts, following a detailed investigation. Zacks, renowned for its "Zacks Ranks" stock market analysis, has faced

Recent reports have highlighted a novel cyberattack method employed by the North Korean hacking group known as 'Kimsuky,' also referred to as 'Emerald Sleet' or 'Velvet Chollima.' This group has adopted a sophisticated social engineering tactic reminiscent of the infamous ClickFix campaigns, which are

Microsoft's February Patch Tuesday release is not just large in size but also significant in scope, addressing critical security vulnerabilities and introducing new features. Released on February 11, these updates are essential for all Windows 11 users. New Features and Enhancements The updates, identified as KB5051987 for Windows

The BadPilot campaign, orchestrated by a subgroup within the Russian state actor Seashell Blizzard, represents a significant cybersecurity threat. This multiyear operation has targeted Internet-facing infrastructure worldwide, enabling persistent access to high-value targets and supporting tailored network operations. This article delves into the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) of this