[ad_1] Nearly half of those surveyed admitted to using the same password across multiple accounts. Experts say that makes it easier for hackers to break in. DALLAS — North Texans may be more alert than most when it comes to cyberattacks, but a new survey suggests they still face serious digital risks. The study, released...Read More
[ad_1] Microsoft Threat Intelligence has uncovered a sophisticated malware campaign where cybercriminals disguise malicious software as the popular ChatGPT Desktop Application to deploy ransomware across multiple sectors worldwide. The malware, dubbed PipeMagic, represents a significant evolution in attacker tactics, combining social engineering with advanced technical capabilities to compromise organizations in the IT, financial, and real...Read More
[ad_1] A 22-year-old Eugene man has been accused of developing one of the world’s most powerful hacking networks and renting it out to others to conduct large-scale cyberattacks targeting victims – including Elon Musk’s social media site X — in more than 80 countries. Ethan J. Foltz was identified as the administrator of the Rapper...Read More
[ad_1] A comprehensive reverse engineering analysis has unveiled the sophisticated technical mechanisms behind Lockbit’s Linux ESXi ransomware variant, first discovered in 2022 but recently dissected to reveal advanced evasion techniques and cryptographic implementations that specifically target virtualized server environments. Anti-Analysis Evasion and Obfuscation Techniques The malware employs a clever anti-debugging mechanism using the ptrace system...Read More
[ad_1] Sophos’ Aaron Bugal on Evolving Ransomware Tactics and Endpoint Vulnerabilities Brian Pereira (creed_digital) • August 11, 2025 Aaron Bugal, field CISO, APJ, Sophos Ransomware demands in the Asia-Pacific and Japan region fell by 50% in 2025, according to Sophos’ latest State of Ransomware report. Aaron Bugal, field CISO at Sophos, said this...Read More
[ad_1] A sophisticated malware campaign has been identified, utilizing PipeMagic, a highly modular backdoor deployed by the financially motivated threat actor Storm-2460. This advanced malware masquerades as a legitimate open-source ChatGPT Desktop Application while exploiting the zero-day vulnerability CVE-2025-29824 in Windows Common Log File System (CLFS) to deploy ransomware across multiple sectors globally. Key Takeaways1....Read More
[ad_1] Ongole: Prakasam Police IT Core Inspector V Suryanarayana conducted a comprehensive cybercrime awareness session for students at QIS College of Engineering and Technology here on Tuesday. Speaking to the students, Inspector Suryanarayana emphasised that cybercrimes are increasing daily and urged everyone to remain vigilant and aware. He stressed the importance of educating family members...Read More
[ad_1] In the rapidly consolidating cybersecurity sector, Palo Alto Networks (PANW) has emerged as a masterclass in strategic capital allocation and platform-led growth. By leveraging its AI-powered platformization strategy, robust Net Revenue Retention (NRR), and a high-margin operating model, the company is not only defending its market position but redefining the future of enterprise security....Read More
[ad_1] Trend Micro has uncovered a new ransomware group, Crypto24, which blends legitimate tools with custom-built malware to carry out stealth attacks. The group relies on advanced evasion techniques to slip past security controls and endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems, using purpose-built bypass tools and manipulating security solutions to avoid detection. Beyond ransomware deployment,...Read More
