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Researcher Reveals Yet Another Unpatched Vulnerability in Windows Printer Spooler
Date: July 19, 2021
Just days after Microsoft raised alarms about an unpatched security flaw in the Windows Print Spooler service, yet another potential zero-day vulnerability has surfaced, marking the fourth printer-related issue identified in recent weeks. Will Dormann from the CERT Coordination Center noted in an advisory on Sunday that “Microsoft Windows allows non-admin users to install printer drivers through Point and Print.” He highlighted that printers installed this way can load arbitrary libraries by the privileged Windows Print Spooler process. Security researcher Benjamin Delpy, known for creating Mimikatz, has disclosed an exploit for this vulnerability. #printnightmare – Episode 4
New Unpatched Vulnerability Found in Windows Print Spooler Service On July 19, 2021, researchers revealed yet another unaddressed security flaw within Microsoft’s Windows Print Spooler service. This recent discovery surfaces only days after Microsoft issued a warning regarding a previously identified vulnerability in the same service, marking the fourth significant…
Researcher Reveals Yet Another Unpatched Vulnerability in Windows Printer Spooler
Date: July 19, 2021
Just days after Microsoft raised alarms about an unpatched security flaw in the Windows Print Spooler service, yet another potential zero-day vulnerability has surfaced, marking the fourth printer-related issue identified in recent weeks. Will Dormann from the CERT Coordination Center noted in an advisory on Sunday that “Microsoft Windows allows non-admin users to install printer drivers through Point and Print.” He highlighted that printers installed this way can load arbitrary libraries by the privileged Windows Print Spooler process. Security researcher Benjamin Delpy, known for creating Mimikatz, has disclosed an exploit for this vulnerability. #printnightmare – Episode 4
LulzSec Hackers Facing Sentencing for Cyber Attacks on CIA and Pentagon
Four individuals linked to the hacking group LulzSec appeared in a London court for sentencing on Wednesday. Ryan Ackroyd, Jake Davis, Mustafa al-Bassam, and Ryan Cleary have all pleaded guilty to various hacking offenses. The name LulzSec combines “lulz,” meaning to laugh out loud, and “security,” signaling a mockery of online security measures. Emerging from their bedrooms in 2011, they orchestrated attacks that inflicted millions of pounds in damages on entities like the NHS, CIA, and U.S. military websites, resulting in the theft of sensitive data, including emails, passwords, and credit card details of hundreds of thousands of individuals. Southwark Crown Court heard that they also executed distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks that crashed numerous websites. Ackroyd, 26, from Mexborough, South Yorkshire, admitted to stealing data from Sony.
LulzSec Hackers Face Sentencing for Cyber Attacks against US Government Entities May 15, 2013 In a significant legal proceeding in London, four individuals tied to the hacking group LulzSec were sentenced on charges of orchestrating high-profile cyber attacks against multiple targets, including the CIA and the Pentagon. The defendants, Ryan…
LulzSec Hackers Facing Sentencing for Cyber Attacks on CIA and Pentagon
Four individuals linked to the hacking group LulzSec appeared in a London court for sentencing on Wednesday. Ryan Ackroyd, Jake Davis, Mustafa al-Bassam, and Ryan Cleary have all pleaded guilty to various hacking offenses. The name LulzSec combines “lulz,” meaning to laugh out loud, and “security,” signaling a mockery of online security measures. Emerging from their bedrooms in 2011, they orchestrated attacks that inflicted millions of pounds in damages on entities like the NHS, CIA, and U.S. military websites, resulting in the theft of sensitive data, including emails, passwords, and credit card details of hundreds of thousands of individuals. Southwark Crown Court heard that they also executed distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks that crashed numerous websites. Ackroyd, 26, from Mexborough, South Yorkshire, admitted to stealing data from Sony.
Active HanGhost Loader Campaign Targets Payment and Logistics Workflows in Enterprises
Emerging HanGhost Loader Malware Targets Corporate Finance and Operations A new malware campaign centered around the HanGhost loader is making waves, specifically targeting corporate environments. This malicious initiative primarily aims at employees involved in payment processing, logistics, and contract management. With a stealthy approach designed to evade detection, HanGhost seeks…
⚡ Weekly Summary: Exploited WhatsApp Vulnerability, Docker Flaw, Salesforce Incident, Fake CAPTCHAs, Spyware App & More
Date: Sep 01, 2025
Category: Cybersecurity News / Hacking
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, threats often stem from interconnected vulnerabilities rather than isolated attacks. A single overlooked update or misused account can lead to significant breaches. This week’s updates illustrate how attackers are merging tactics, leveraging stolen access, unpatched software, and innovative methods to escalate from minor entry points to major risks. For security professionals, the takeaway is clear: the real threat often lies in the interplay of various small vulnerabilities rather than a single, major flaw.
⚡ Threat of the Week
WhatsApp Addresses Actively Exploited Vulnerability — WhatsApp has patched a security issue affecting its messaging applications for Apple iOS and macOS, which appears to have been exploited alongside a recently reported Apple flaw in targeted zero-day attacks. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-55177, involves inadequate authorization for linked device synchronization messages. The Meta-owned company…
Category: Cybersecurity News / Hacking
Weekly Cybersecurity Recap: WhatsApp Exploit, Docker Vulnerability, Salesforce Breach, and More In today’s interconnected digital landscape, cybersecurity incidents are increasingly characterized by a complex web of vulnerabilities rather than isolated threats. Recent events underscore the necessity for vigilance; a single overlooked update or compromised account can create a precarious situation,…
⚡ Weekly Summary: Exploited WhatsApp Vulnerability, Docker Flaw, Salesforce Incident, Fake CAPTCHAs, Spyware App & More
Date: Sep 01, 2025
Category: Cybersecurity News / Hacking
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, threats often stem from interconnected vulnerabilities rather than isolated attacks. A single overlooked update or misused account can lead to significant breaches. This week’s updates illustrate how attackers are merging tactics, leveraging stolen access, unpatched software, and innovative methods to escalate from minor entry points to major risks. For security professionals, the takeaway is clear: the real threat often lies in the interplay of various small vulnerabilities rather than a single, major flaw.
⚡ Threat of the Week
WhatsApp Addresses Actively Exploited Vulnerability — WhatsApp has patched a security issue affecting its messaging applications for Apple iOS and macOS, which appears to have been exploited alongside a recently reported Apple flaw in targeted zero-day attacks. The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-55177, involves inadequate authorization for linked device synchronization messages. The Meta-owned company…
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