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Researchers Connect CACTUS Ransomware Strategies to Ex-Black Basta Members

Recent cybersecurity investigations have revealed a convergence between two notorious ransomware groups: Black Basta and CACTUS. Both factions have been exploiting a shared BackConnect (BC) module, facilitating persistent control over compromised systems. This development hints at a potential shift, suggesting that affiliates of Black Basta may now be operating under…

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UK Kids Hacking Schools for Dares and Fame

Children in the U.K. are increasingly engaging in cybersecurity incidents within educational institutions, surprising many parents. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) reports that students are responsible for over half of data breaches in schools. According to an ICO analysis based on 215 incident reports, 57% of these breaches stem from…

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China-Linked Earth Alux Deploys VARGEIT and COBEACON in Multi-Stage Cyber Intrusions

Recent investigations into cybersecurity threats have unveiled a significant player linked to China, known as Earth Alux. This group has targeted critical sectors, including government, technology, logistics, manufacturing, telecommunications, IT services, and retail, particularly across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) and Latin American (LATAM) regions. Trend Micro cybersecurity experts Lenart Bermejo, Ted…

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Caution: Compromised VPNs Exploited to Distribute EyeSpy Surveillance Software

A malware campaign targeting users of the 20Speed VPN service has come to light, utilizing contaminated VPN installers to deploy a surveillance program identified as EyeSpy. This operation, flagged by Bitdefender, has reportedly been ongoing since May 2022. The malicious software incorporates elements from SecondEye, a legitimate monitoring application, to…

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Feds Unveil Enhanced HIPAA Security Risk Analysis Tool

Healthcare, Industry Specific, Regulation Experts Recommend Tool Designed for Smaller Organizations Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • September 10, 2025 Image: Getty Images Federal officials have released an updated version of their HIPAA Security Risk Assessment (SRA) tool, which has historically assisted small and midsized healthcare providers and business associates in…

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Apple Introduces Essential Updates for 3 Recent Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Affecting Older iOS and macOS Devices

Apple Releases Critical Security Updates for Legacy Devices Apple has taken significant steps to address critical security vulnerabilities by backporting fixes to older models and prior operating system versions. On Monday, the company rolled out updates aimed at mitigating three specific vulnerabilities that have been reported as actively exploited in…

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