Google has sounded the alarm over a recent surge in extortion emails targeting executives from a variety of organizations. These communications, reportedly orchestrated by the infamous Clop ransomware gang, allege that the attackers have compromised sensitive data from the Oracle E-Business Suite applications used by their victims. The demands are…
In a recent security announcement, Apple has disclosed the availability of critical software updates designed to rectify multiple security vulnerabilities, including a zero-day flaw that has reportedly been exploited in live attacks. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2025-24085 with a CVSS score of 7.3, manifests as a use-after-free bug within the…
A significant cyberattack targeted Viasat on February 24, 2022, the same day Russian forces initiated their invasion of Ukraine. This assault temporarily disabled KA-SAT modems and is attributed to wiper malware, as reported by SentinelOne’s recent findings. The attack was disclosed shortly after Viasat identified it as a deliberate, multifaceted…
AI-Powered SASE, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, The Future of AI & Cybersecurity New CEO Dennis Monner Embarks on Global Expansion Strategy at Open Systems Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • October 3, 2025 Dennis Monner, CEO, Open Systems (Image: Open Systems) Open Systems has appointed Dennis Monner, the former chief commercial…
In recent developments, Chinese authorities have delivered harsh sentences to leaders of major scam operations, issuing death penalties aimed at deterring such cyber-related crimes. This decisive action underscores the Chinese government’s stringent stance on internet fraud, particularly as it relates to financial scams that have significantly impacted victims both domestically…
The LockBit ransomware group has re-emerged on the dark web just days after an international law enforcement operation disrupted its operations by seizing control of critical infrastructure. This resurgence underscores the persistent threat posed by this malicious entity, known for its sophisticated attacks and extortion tactics. Recent developments indicate that…
A clandestine hacking group operating under the name Scattered LAPSUS$ Hunters has reportedly breached the global cloud service provider Salesforce, claiming to have compromised nearly one billion customer records. This revelation heightens concerns about the increasing prevalence of supply chain attacks targeting major corporations. Despite Salesforce’s firm denial of any…
Recently, cybersecurity experts identified and disclosed a critical vulnerability in a widely used online travel service, which specializes in hotel and car rentals. This vulnerability, now patched, allowed adversaries to take control of user accounts, posing a significant risk to millions of airline customers. According to Salt Labs, a firm…
In a coordinated effort, at least three advanced persistent threat (APT) groups have initiated spear-phishing campaigns, exploiting the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian conflict as a pretext for distributing malware and extracting sensitive information. These campaigns have been attributed to the groups El Machete, Lyceum, and SideWinder, targeting sectors such as energy, finance,…
