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EncryptHub Exploits Windows Zero-Day to Deploy Rhadamanthys and StealC Malware
The threat actor known as EncryptHub exploited a recently-patched security vulnerability in Microsoft Windows as a zero-day to deliver a wide range of malware families, including backdoors and information stealers such as Rhadamanthys and StealC.
"In this attack, the threat actor manipulates .msc files and the Multilingual User Interface Path (MUIPath) to download and execute malicious payload, [...].
RedCurl Shifts from Espionage to Ransomware with First-Ever QWCrypt Deployment
The Russian-speaking hacking group called RedCurl has been linked to a ransomware campaign for the first time, marking a departure in the threat actor's tradecraft.
The activity, observed by Romanian cybersecurity company Bitdefender, involves the deployment of a never-before-seen ransomware strain dubbed QWCrypt.
RedCurl, also called Earth Kapre and Red Wolf, has a history of orchestrating [...].
Malicious npm Package Modifies Local 'ethers' Library to Launch Reverse Shell Attacks
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered two malicious packages on the npm registry that are designed to infect another locally installed package, underscoring the continued evolution of software supply chain attacks targeting the open-source ecosystem.
The packages in question are ethers-provider2 and ethers-providerz, with the former downloaded 73 times to date since it was published on [...].
Sparring in the Cyber Ring: Using Automated Pentesting to Build Resilience
“A boxer derives the greatest advantage from his sparring partner…”
— Epictetus, 50–135 AD
Hands up. Chin tucked. Knees bent. The bell rings, and both boxers meet in the center and circle. Red throws out three jabs, feints a fourth, and—BANG—lands a right hand on Blue down the center.
This wasn’t Blue’s first day and despite his solid defense in front of the mirror, he feels the pressure. [...].
Zero-Day Alert: Google Releases Chrome Patch for Exploit Used in Russian Espionage Attacks
Google has released out-of-band fixes to address a high-severity security flaw in its Chrome browser for Windows that has been exploited in the wild as part of attacks targeting organizations in Russia.
The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-2783, has been described as a case of "incorrect handle provided in unspecified circumstances in Mojo on Windows." Mojo refers to a collection of [...].
How PAM Mitigates Insider Threats: Preventing Data Breaches, Privilege Misuse, and More
When people think of cybersecurity threats, they often picture external hackers breaking into networks. However, some of the most damaging breaches stem from within organizations. Whether through negligence or malicious intent, insiders can expose your organization to significant cybersecurity risks.
According to Verizon's 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 57% of companies experience over [...].
Hackers Using E-Crime Tool Atlantis AIO for Credential Stuffing on 140+ Platforms
Threat actors are leveraging an e-crime tool called Atlantis AIO Multi-Checker to automate credential stuffing attacks, according to findings from Abnormal Security.
Atlantis AIO "has emerged as a powerful weapon in the cybercriminal arsenal, enabling attackers to test millions of stolen credentials in rapid succession," the cybersecurity company said in an analysis.
Credential stuffing is a [...].
New Security Flaws Found in VMware Tools and CrushFTP — High Risk, No Workaround
Broadcom has issued security patches to address a high-severity security flaw in VMware Tools for Windows that could lead to an authentication bypass.
Tracked as CVE-2025-22230, the vulnerability is rated 7.8 on the ten-point Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS).
"VMware Tools for Windows contains an authentication bypass vulnerability due to improper access control," Broadcom said in an [...].