In May 2023, Microsoft released its Patch Tuesday updates, addressing 38 security vulnerabilities, including two major zero-day flaws that are currently being exploited. The updates aim to fortify Windows systems against active threats that pose significant risks to users and businesses. Trend Micro’s Zero Day Initiative has highlighted that this…
Microsoft has recently released critical security updates aimed at addressing significant vulnerabilities in its Windows operating system and associated software. This rollout is part of the scheduled Patch Tuesday updates for June 2023. The update addresses a total of 73 vulnerabilities, categorized by severity as follows: six are marked as…
On Tuesday, Microsoft announced the release of significant software updates addressing a total of 132 security vulnerabilities, among which are six zero-day flaws that have been actively exploited by cybercriminals. This update reflects a substantial effort to fortify their software against ongoing threats, underlining the vulnerabilities present across multiple platforms.…
Amnesty International has reported that a member of its staff was targeted by an advanced surveillance tool developed by the Israeli company NSO Group. This revelation underscores the ongoing threats posed by sophisticated cyber-espionage techniques, particularly in the realm of human rights activism. The NSO Group specializes in high-tech spyware…
In its August 2023 Patch Tuesday updates, Microsoft has addressed a total of 74 vulnerabilities across its software suite, a significant decrease from the 132 vulnerabilities patched in the previous month. Among these, there are six classified as Critical, 67 as Important, and one as Moderate in severity. The latest…
Cybercrime, Endpoint Security, Fraud Management & Cybercrime Lumen Identifies More Than 500 Command and Control Servers Since October Greg Sirico • January 16, 2026 Image: Shutterstock A leading U.S. internet service provider has reported blocking incoming traffic to over 550 command and control servers associated with botnets identified in recent…
On Wednesday around noon ET, numerous customers of Verizon reported significant cellular outages across the United States. Users experienced difficulties completing calls and accessing mobile data, with similar issues noted among Verizon broadband internet customers. In what appears to be a cascading effect, customers of AT&T and T-Mobile also started…
Microsoft has issued an update addressing 59 vulnerabilities across its suite of products, including two critical zero-day vulnerabilities that have already been exploited by malicious actors. This release highlights the ongoing threat landscape, with the tech giant emphasizing the risks posed by active exploitation of these flaws. Among the 59…
In its October 2023 Patch Tuesday update, Microsoft has addressed a total of 103 vulnerabilities across its software platforms, including two critical zero-day vulnerabilities actively exploited in the wild. This update highlights the ongoing importance of patch management in maintaining cybersecurity defenses. Among the identified vulnerabilities, 13 are categorized as…
