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CISA urges mobile security as it warns of sophisticated spyware attacks
The agency’s rare warning about spyware activity comes as it updated mobile security guidance to reflect evolving threats.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 25, 2025 -
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Russia-aligned hackers target US company in attack linked to Ukraine war effort
A threat group called RomCom has a history of cyberattacks against entities connected to the conflict.
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An esclation of cyber risks facing businesses and government has made cyber resilience a major priority.
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Startup firm called Factory disrupts campaign designed to hijack development platform
The AI-based firm intercepted a state-linked operation that was abusing resources as part of a criminal cyber-fraud network.
By David Jones • Nov. 21, 2025 -
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Salesforce investigating campaign targeting customer environments connected to Gainsight app
Researchers warn that ShinyHunters has been compromising OAuth tokens to gain potential access to customer data.
By David Jones • Updated Nov. 21, 2025 -
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Record-breaking DDoS attack against Microsoft Azure mitigated
The attack was linked to the Aisuru botnet, which targets compromised home routers and cameras.
By David Jones • Nov. 19, 2025 -
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Trump’s cyber strategy will emphasize adversary deterrence, industry partnerships
Cyberattacks on the U.S. are “becoming more aggressive every passing day,” the national cyber director says.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 18, 2025 -
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Hackers increasingly target operational technology, with manufacturing sector bearing the brunt
Companies should segment and monitor their networks to prevent hackers from crossing over from IT to OT, a new report said.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 18, 2025 -
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US chips away at North Korean IT worker fraud
Authorities have described Pyongyang’s revenue-generating schemes as threats to U.S. national and economic security.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 17, 2025 -
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Anthropic warns state-linked actor abused its AI tool in sophisticated espionage campaign
Researchers said a China-backed adversary conducted powerful attacks with almost no human intervention.
By David Jones • Updated Nov. 14, 2025 -
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Akira engaged in ransomware attacks against critical sectors
The group has stepped up threat activity by abusing edge devices and other tools, reaping hundreds of millions of dollars in illicit gains.
By David Jones • Updated Nov. 14, 2025 -
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Companies want more from their threat intelligence platforms
Customers expect faster, more accurate and more relevant data, Recorded Future found in a new report.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 12, 2025 -
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Sophisticated threat actor targeting zero-day flaws in Cisco ISE and Citrix
Hackers use custom malware to access multiple vulnerabilities, researchers from Amazon warn.
By David Jones • Nov. 12, 2025 -
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Shadow AI is widespread — and executives use it the most
Employees in fields like health care and finance trust AI more than they trust their colleagues, according to a new report.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 12, 2025 -
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Cisco detects new attack variant targeting vulnerable firewalls
Hackers may be able to overload unpatched devices, the company said.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 10, 2025 -
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Cyberattacks surge against IoT, mobile devices in critical infrastructure
Manufacturing and energy firms saw some of the biggest increases in malware activity targeting connected devices.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 7, 2025 -
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In financial sector, vendors lag behind customers on cybersecurity
Financial firms should be performing regular oversight of their vendors to avoid supply chain compromises, according to a new report.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 6, 2025 -
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By Taylor Smith, Director of Product Marketing at Exaforce • Nov. 6, 2025 -
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AI-based malware makes attacks stealthier and more adaptive
Google says it has discovered at least five malware families that use AI to reinvent themselves and hide from defenders.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 5, 2025 -
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Hackers targeting Cisco IOS XE devices with BadCandy implant
Security researchers and Australian authorities warn that exploitation activity is ongoing.
By David Jones • Updated Nov. 5, 2025 -
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Identity-based attacks need more attention in cloud security strategies
Companies should lock down user accounts and scan for compromised credentials, according to a new report.
By Eric Geller • Nov. 4, 2025 -
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Cybercrime groups team with organized crime in massive cargo theft campaigns
Financially motivated hackers are abusing remote monitoring and access tools against trucking and freight companies, Proofpoint warns.
By David Jones • Updated Nov. 3, 2025 -
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Windows Server Update Service exploitation ensnares at least 50 victims
Researchers say hackers could be gathering intelligence for future attacks, and authorities warn users to apply patches and check for compromise.
By David Jones • Oct. 31, 2025 -
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FCC will vote to scrap telecom cybersecurity requirements
The commission’s Republican chair, who voted against the rules in January, calls them ineffective and illegal.
By Eric Geller • Updated Oct. 31, 2025 -
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CISA updates guidance and warns security teams on WSUS exploitation
The agency urges users to apply emergency patches from Microsoft to counter a serious threat.
By David Jones • Oct. 30, 2025 -
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AI adoption outpaces corporate governance, security controls
Security and business leaders warn that companies are accelerating their use of agentic AI beyond the ability to maintain proper guardrails.
By David Jones • Oct. 29, 2025
