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DoNot Team Linked to New Tanzeem Android Malware Aimed at Intelligence Gathering

The threat group known as DoNot Team is associated with a new Android malware linked to highly targeted cyber attacks. The malware, identified as Tanzeem (meaning “organization” in Urdu) and its update variant, was discovered by cybersecurity firm Cyfirma in October and December 2024. These applications share nearly identical functionalities, with only slight user interface changes. Cyfirma’s Friday analysis pointed out, “While designed as a chat application, it fails to operate after installation, crashing once the required permissions are granted.” The app’s name indicates a focus on targeting specific individuals or groups both domestically and internationally. DoNot Team, also known as APT-C-35, Origami Elephant, SECTOR02, and Viceroy Tiger, is a hacking group believed to originate from India, notorious for utilizing spear-phishing emails and various Android malware strains in their attacks.

DoNot Team Linked to Emerging Tanzeem Android Malware Targeting Intelligence Gathering January 20, 2025 In a notable development in the cyber threat landscape, the hacking group known as DoNot Team has been associated with a new strain of Android malware.…

Major Cyberattacks of 2025 (To Date) – TheStreet

Major Cyberattacks in 2025: A Comprehensive Overview Recent developments in the cybersecurity landscape reveal a concerning trend, as 2025 has already witnessed significant cyberattacks that have infiltrated various sectors, impacting numerous businesses and organizations. These attacks underscore the increasing sophistication…

Critical RCE Vulnerabilities Identified in Sophos Firewall and SMA 100 Devices: Urgent Patches Released by Sophos and SonicWall

July 24, 2025
Network Security / Vulnerability

Sophos and SonicWall have issued a warning regarding serious security flaws in Sophos Firewall and Secure Mobile Access (SMA) 100 Series appliances, which could be exploited for remote code execution. The two critical vulnerabilities affecting Sophos Firewall are as follows:

  • CVE-2025-6704 (CVSS score: 9.8): An arbitrary file writing vulnerability within the Secure PDF eXchange (SPX) feature that can enable pre-auth remote code execution if specific SPX configurations are used alongside firewall operation in High Availability (HA) mode.
  • CVE-2025-7624 (CVSS score: 9.8): An SQL injection vulnerability in the legacy (transparent) SMTP proxy that can result in remote code execution, contingent on an active quarantining policy for Email and if SFOS has been upgraded from a version prior to 21.0 GA.

Sophos reports that CVE-2025-6704 affects approximately 0.05% of devices, while CVE-2025-7624 impacts up to 0.73% of devices. Both vulnerabilities have been addressed in a recent update, along with a high-severity command injection vulnerability.

Sophos and SonicWall Address Critical RCE Vulnerabilities in Firewalls and SMA 100 Devices On July 24, 2025, cybersecurity firms Sophos and SonicWall issued urgent security warnings regarding significant vulnerabilities discovered in the Sophos Firewall and Secure Mobile Access (SMA) 100…

PNGPlug Loader Distributes ValleyRAT Malware via Deceptive Software Installers

January 21, 2025
Cyber Attack / Windows Security

Cybersecurity experts are raising alarms about a series of cyber attacks targeting Chinese-speaking regions, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Mainland China, involving the notorious ValleyRAT malware. According to a technical report by Intezer published last week, these attacks utilize a multi-stage loader known as PNGPlug to deliver the ValleyRAT payload. The infection process starts with a phishing page designed to lure victims into downloading a malicious Microsoft Installer (MSI) disguised as legitimate software. Once executed, the installer presents a harmless application to evade detection while covertly extracting an encrypted archive that contains the malware. The MSI package exploits the Windows Installer’s CustomAction feature, allowing it to run malicious code, including an embedded DLL that decrypts the archive (all.zip) using a hardcoded password, ‘hello202411’, to release the core malware components.

PNGPlug Loader Facilitates ValleyRAT Malware Distribution via Deceptive Software Installers January 21, 2025 Cyber Attack / Windows Security Cybersecurity experts are raising alarms over a sophisticated series of cyberattacks targeting Chinese-speaking regions, including Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Mainland China. The…

Webinar: Safeguarding Your Organization’s Key Assets

Presented by Entrust 60 Minutes As cyber threats evolve, the phenomenon of “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later” attacks poses an imminent risk to organizations focused on safeguarding long-term data. Prominent companies are accelerating their adoption of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) as a…

Serious Mitel Vulnerability Allows Hackers to Bypass Login and Access MiVoice MX-ONE Systems

July 24, 2025
Vulnerability / Network Security

Mitel has issued security updates to fix a critical vulnerability in MiVoice MX-ONE that could enable attackers to bypass authentication measures. According to a recent advisory, “An authentication bypass vulnerability has been detected in the Provisioning Manager component of Mitel MiVoice MX-ONE. If exploited, this flaw could allow an unauthorized attacker to execute an authentication bypass due to faulty access control.” A successful exploitation could grant attackers unauthorized access to both user and admin accounts within the system.

This vulnerability, which has not yet been assigned a CVE identifier, has a CVSS score of 9.4 out of 10. It impacts MiVoice MX-ONE versions ranging from 7.3 (7.3.0.0.50) to 7.8 SP1 (7.8.1.0.14). Patches have been released under MXO-15711_78SP0 and MXO-15711_78SP1 for versions 7.8 and 7.8 SP1, respectively. Customers using MiVoice MX-ONE are encouraged to apply the updates promptly to mitigate the risk.

Mitel Urges Immediate Action Following Critical Vulnerability in MiVoice MX-ONE Systems On July 24, 2025, Mitel disclosed a significant security vulnerability within its MiVoice MX-ONE communications platform, which could potentially enable attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms and gain unauthorized access…

Title: Trump Administration Axes DHS Advisory Committee Memberships, Impacting Cybersecurity Oversight

January 23, 2025
Cybersecurity / National Security

The new Trump administration has dissolved all memberships of advisory committees under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In a memo dated January 20, 2025, Acting Secretary Benjamine C. Huffman stated, “In line with DHS’s commitment to resource efficiency and prioritizing national security, I am directing the immediate termination of all existing advisory committee memberships. Future committee initiatives will be solely focused on enhancing our mission to safeguard the homeland and align with DHS’s strategic objectives.” This decision affects members of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) Cyber Safety Review Board (CSRB), which recently criticized Microsoft for a series of preventable mistakes that allowed its infrastructure to be exploited by a China-based threat actor.

Trump Terminates DHS Advisory Committee Memberships, Impacting Cybersecurity Review January 23, 2025 Cybersecurity / National Security In a significant move, the Trump administration has dissolved all advisory committee memberships associated with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Acting Secretary Benjamine…