10 U.S. States Safeguard 322 Million Internet Users Against $16 Billion in Cybercrime Losses Recent reports highlight significant advancements made by ten U.S. states in their initiative to protect approximately 322 million Internet users from overwhelming cybercrime losses, which have accumulated to an estimated $16 billion. This initiative showcases a…
On Tuesday, Microsoft rolled out security updates addressing a total of 57 vulnerabilities, including six that have been actively exploited in the wild. These updates are particularly crucial for organizations concerned about potential security breaches, as they rectify flaws that could be leveraged by malicious actors. Among the 57 identified…
In a significant cybersecurity development, Sophos has issued a critical patch for its firewall product following the discovery of a severe zero-day vulnerability actively being exploited by cyber attackers. This vulnerability has raised serious concerns for users, as it could lead to unauthorized remote code execution. The issue, identified as…
Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Social Engineering Malware Dissemination Tied to FileFix Campaign Targeting Facebook Users Pooja Tikekar (@PoojaTikekar) • September 18, 2025 A malicious command is embedded in a deceptive upload window. (Image: Acronis/ISMG) A new social engineering operation, dubbed FileFix, has emerged, employing sophisticated techniques to persuade users into…
Major Security Flaw Discovered in Microsoft Azure’s Identity Management System Over the past decade, a significant transition has occurred in how businesses manage their digital infrastructures, shifting from self-hosted servers to cloud services. This change has allowed many organizations to benefit from the advanced security features offered by key cloud…
A new cyber threat attributed to the North Korea-linked Lazarus Group has surfaced, where attackers exploit fake LinkedIn job offers in the cryptocurrency and travel sectors to deliver malicious software. This campaign targets operating systems across the board, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. According to cybersecurity firm Bitdefender, the operation…
Financial Services Commission Vice Chairman Kwon Dae-young speaks during a joint press briefing with the Ministry of Science and ICT at the government complex in Jongno District, central Seoul, on Sept. 19. [YONHAP] The Financial Services Commission (FSC) of South Korea has unveiled plans to implement punitive fines for security…
AI’s Impact on the Future of Penetration Testing: A New Era of Collaboration and Efficiency For years, discussions around artificial intelligence (AI) positing that it threatens job security, particularly in sectors like cybersecurity, have generated considerable anxiety. A notable report from McKinsey in 2017 warned that by 2030, around 375…
According to Mandiant, at least three alleged hacktivist groups purportedly aligned with Russian interests are believed to collaborate with state-sponsored cyber operatives. Mandiant, a Google-affiliated cybersecurity firm, has reported with moderate confidence that key figures behind the hacktivist Telegram channels such as ‘XakNet Team,’ ‘Infoccentr,’ and ‘CyberArmyofRussia_Reborn’ are likely coordinating…
