Massive Malware Outbreak Linked to BitTorrent Client A significant malware outbreak has recently impacted nearly half a million computers globally, with the malicious software intricately tied to a compromised version of the widely used BitTorrent client, MediaGet. Dubbed Dofoil, or Smoke Loader, this malware has delivered a cryptocurrency mining payload…
The Everest ransomware group has announced a data breach affecting Polycom, a legacy brand in enterprise communications that was acquired by HP Inc. in 2022 and is now rebranded as Poly (HP Poly). The group claims to have extracted around 90GB of internal data. However, initial investigations suggest that the…
Data Breach Notification, Data Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime ITRC Report: 2025 Breach Notices Lack Crucial Information Amid Rise of AI-Based Threats Anna Delaney ( annamadeline) • February 2, 2026 James E. Lee, President, Identity Theft Resource Center The Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) has reported a staggering 3,322 data…
Safeguarding the Software Supply Chain: A Crucial Aspect of Cybersecurity Resilience In recent developments within the cybersecurity landscape, the imperative of protecting the software supply chain has emerged as a paramount concern for organizations worldwide. Reports indicate a series of sophisticated attacks aimed at compromising software vendors, which poses significant…
Zyxel Addresses Critical Security Vulnerabilities in Firewall and VPN Products Zyxel has announced the release of software updates aimed at resolving two critical security vulnerabilities found in specific firewall and VPN products. These flaws could potentially be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, posing significant risks to affected…
Recent reports highlight a concerning vulnerability found in Microsoft’s Windows Remote Assistance (Quick Assist) feature, affecting all versions of Windows up to the latest. This flaw opens the door for remote attackers to potentially steal sensitive files from affected systems, posing significant risks for users who rely on this functionality…
Security Breach: Allegations of Dropbox User Data Exposure In recent weeks, internet users have grappled with a series of alarming privacy breaches, with the latest incident involving Dropbox capturing widespread attention. Over the past two months, multiple high-profile breaches, including The Fappening and The Snappening, have heightened concerns surrounding digital…
Application Security, Governance & Risk Management, Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) CEO David Bellini Announces Level Equity Investment to Boost AI and Expansion Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • February 2, 2026 David Bellini, CEO of CyberFox (Image: CyberFox) CyberFox, a Tampa-based startup focusing on Privileged Access Management (PAM) and password management,…
Many small teams still rely on spreadsheets to share login credentials, perceiving it as a straightforward method. However, this approach poses significant risks. A single copied link, an overlooked file, or a reused password can expose sensitive information to potential attackers. In fact, compromised credentials remain one of the leading…