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Google TAG Identifies State-Sponsored Threat Actors Exploiting WinRAR Vulnerability

Recent investigations have unveiled that state-sponsored threat actors from Russia and China are exploiting a known security vulnerability in the WinRAR archiver software for Windows, as part of their cyber operations. These attacks indicate a pronounced shift towards utilizing established vulnerabilities to bolster operational success. The vulnerability, referenced as CVE-2023-38831,…

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Zomato Breach: Hacker Lists 17 Million User Emails and Passwords for Sale

Data Breach at Zomato Exposes Millions of User Accounts In a significant cybersecurity incident, India’s leading online restaurant platform, Zomato, has reported a major data breach affecting approximately 17 million of its 120 million user accounts. The breach was confirmed through a blog post published by the company, which highlighted…

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RondoDox Botnet Targets Devices Vulnerable to React2Shell Exploit

Cybercrime, Endpoint Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime RondoDox Campaign Exploits Open-Source Vulnerability to Compromise IoT Devices Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • January 2, 2026 A campaign by a botnet has utilized React2Shell exploits to target IoT devices and web applications on a large scale. (Image: Shutterstock) Security researchers have reported a…

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Essential Insights on Fintech Security: Latest Updates from Hackread on Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, AI, and Beyond

The financial landscape has experienced a significant shift with the advent of digital wallets and financial technology platforms, creating new pathways for users to manage their finances digitally. As reliance on mobile applications increases, the specter of cybersecurity threats looms large, emphasizing the necessity for robust security measures. While the…

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Microsoft Alerts on North Korean Cyberattacks Targeting JetBrains TeamCity Vulnerability

Cybersecurity experts have reported that North Korean threat actors are leveraging a critical vulnerability in JetBrains TeamCity, specifically CVE-2023-42793, which carries a severe CVSS score of 9.8. This exploitation allows attackers to breach unprotected servers, with campaigns attributed to two distinct groups: Diamond Sleet, also known as Labyrinth Chollima, and…

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Tor Browser 8.5.2 Released — Update to Address Critical Firefox Security Flaw

Important Update (June 21, 2019) ➤ The Tor Project announced on Friday the release of its latest update, Tor Browser 8.5.3, addressing a significant Firefox zero-day vulnerability identified earlier in the week. This update follows Mozilla’s recent patches for Firefox versions 67.0.3 and 60.7.1, which rectified a critical actively-exploited security…

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Russian Hackers Introduce ‘Tainted Leaks’ – From Phishing to Propaganda

Recent findings reveal a sophisticated disinformation campaign aimed at discrediting critics of the Russian state while compromising sensitive data. Security researchers have linked these activities to a suspected Russian government-sponsored espionage initiative, though definitive evidence of state involvement remains unproven. Notably, these operations share characteristics with the tactics employed by…

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