Recent investigations by Lumen Technologies have unveiled the significant role of the Ngioweb malware in powering the well-known residential proxy service NSOCKS, along with related services such as VN5Socks and Shopsocks5. This revelation highlights the ongoing misuse of this malware in various cybercriminal operations. The telemetry data from Black Lotus…
A Russian national apprehended in South Korea has been extradited to the United States and appeared in a federal court in Ohio on October 20, facing serious charges tied to his involvement with the notorious TrickBot cybercrime group. Authorities allege that Vladimir Dunaev, 38, along with co-conspirators, orchestrated a scheme…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is advancing plans for a sophisticated mobile surveillance system that integrates cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, radar, high-powered cameras, and wireless networking. This initiative was revealed through federal contracting records reviewed by WIRED, outlining a system designed to enhance border surveillance capabilities significantly.…
In December 2022, LastPass disclosed a significant data breach that permitted cybercriminals to access encrypted password vaults. This breach resulted from a coordinated second attack, leveraging vulnerabilities that emerged from an earlier incident. According to the company, a DevOps engineer’s personal computer was compromised through a keylogger, enabling unauthorized access…
Cybercrime, Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Identity & Access Management Malware Captures Billions of Credentials Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • October 24, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Credential theft via infostealers has escalated to alarming levels, as cybercriminals continuously adapt to enhanced security measures. By infiltrating corporate systems with malware that captures session…
A recent listing on a dark web data leak site operated by the Everest ransomware group claims to have accessed 576,686 personal records associated with AT&T Careers, the recruitment platform of the telecommunications giant. This platform facilitates role applications, resume submissions, and career management for both applicants and employees. This…
Oracle has issued a warning regarding a critical security vulnerability in its Agile Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Framework, which has been actively exploited in real-world scenarios. The flaw, designated as CVE-2024-21287, boasts a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating its severity and potential impact. This vulnerability is particularly concerning because it…
Recent research has unveiled details of what is being referred to as the largest botnet discovered in the past six years, known as “Pink.” This sophisticated malware has reportedly infected over 1.6 million devices, predominantly located in China. Its primary objectives include orchestrating Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks and injecting ads…
The Universe Browser has drawn attention with bold claims, positioning itself as the fastest web browser while promising enhanced privacy and safety for its users. However, a deeper examination raises significant concerns about its operations and potential risks to users. Recent research by Infoblox, a network security firm, has uncovered…
