Microsoft Warns of Windows 11 24H2 Bug Blocks Security Updates
Microsoft has alerted users to a critical bug affecting the Windows 11 24H2 update, which could potentially leave systems vulnerable to security threats.
The issue, identified on December 24, 2024, specifically impacts installations performed using...
Hackers Exploiting Microsoft Teams to Gain Remote Access to User’s System
Hackers leveraged Microsoft Teams to manipulate a victim into granting remote access to their system. The attack, analyzed by Trend Micro, highlights the growing sophistication of social engineering tactics used by cybercriminals.
The attack began...
New Sophisticated Attack Weaponizes Windows Defender to Bypass EDR
A sophisticated attack technique that weaponizes Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) to disable Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) sensors on Windows machines.
WDAC, a technology introduced with Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016, was designed...
hrtng: A Powerful IDA Pro Plugin for Malware Reverse Engineering
Researchers from Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis Team have released a powerful new IDA Pro plugin called "hrtng," designed to streamline and simplify the complex process of malware reverse engineering.
This open-source tool, now available...
Why Cybersecurity Leaders Trust the MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations
In today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, security leaders must make informed decisions to protect their organizations effectively.
The "MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluations: Enterprise" serve as an essential resource for cybersecurity decision-makers. These evaluations simulate...
Teaching AI to Hack: Researchers Demonstrate ChatGPT’s to Ethically Hack Linux & Windows
In a new study released today, researchers have demonstrated the significant potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing ethical hacking practices, particularly in Linux environments.
The study, conducted by Haitham S. Al-Sinani from the...
PoC Exploit Released for Windows Registry Privilege Elevation Vulnerability
A critical Windows Registry Elevation of Privilege vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-43641. This flaw, which affects various editions of Windows Server 2025, Windows 10, and Windows 11, has been assigned a CVSS v3.1 score of...
US Army Soldier Arrested For Selling Stolen Confidential Phone Records
Federal authorities have unsealed an indictment against a U.S. Army soldier, accusing him of selling and attempting to sell stolen confidential phone records.
Cameron John Wagenius, a 20-year-old soldier stationed at Fort Cavazos in Killeen,...
Node.js “systeminformation” Vulnerability Exposes Millions of Systems to RCE Attacks
A critical security vulnerability has been discovered in the widely-used Node.js package "systeminformation," potentially exposing millions of systems to remote code execution (RCE) attacks.
The flaw, identified as CVE-2024-56334, affects versions up to and including...
Deloitte Hacked – Brain Cipher Ransomware Group Allegedly Stolen 1 TB of Data
Notorious ransomware group Brain Cipher has claimed to have breached Deloitte UK, allegedly exfiltrating over 1 terabyte of sensitive data from the professional services giant.
Brain Cipher is a ransomware group that emerged in June...