In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, while phishing and ransomware consistently steal headlines, there is a more insidious risk that lurks beneath the surface in many organizations: the exposure of Git repositories that leak sensitive data. This risk quietly undermines security by creating shadow access to critical systems. Git…
On November 8, 2024, IoT Security / Vulnerability
The creators of the AndroxGh0st malware are now exploiting a wider range of security vulnerabilities affecting various internet-facing applications, while also deploying the Mozi botnet. According to a recent report by CloudSEK, this botnet employs remote code execution and credential theft techniques to maintain ongoing access, using unpatched vulnerabilities to infiltrate critical infrastructures.
AndroxGh0st is a Python-based attack tool specifically designed to target Laravel applications, aiming to extract sensitive data related to services such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), SendGrid, and Twilio. Active since at least 2022, it has previously exploited vulnerabilities in the Apache web server (CVE-2021-41773), Laravel Framework (CVE-2018-15133), and PHPUnit (CVE-2017-9841) to gain initial access, escalate privileges, and maintain persistent control over compromised systems. Earlier this January, U.S. cybersecurity and intelligence agencies…
AndroxGh0st Malware Integrates Mozi Botnet to Target IoT and Cloud Services November 8, 2024 In a notable escalation of cyber threats, the creators of AndroxGh0st malware are now exploiting a wider range of security vulnerabilities affecting numerous internet-facing applications. This malicious software has recently adopted the Mozi botnet, a tool…
On November 8, 2024, IoT Security / Vulnerability
The creators of the AndroxGh0st malware are now exploiting a wider range of security vulnerabilities affecting various internet-facing applications, while also deploying the Mozi botnet. According to a recent report by CloudSEK, this botnet employs remote code execution and credential theft techniques to maintain ongoing access, using unpatched vulnerabilities to infiltrate critical infrastructures.
AndroxGh0st is a Python-based attack tool specifically designed to target Laravel applications, aiming to extract sensitive data related to services such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), SendGrid, and Twilio. Active since at least 2022, it has previously exploited vulnerabilities in the Apache web server (CVE-2021-41773), Laravel Framework (CVE-2018-15133), and PHPUnit (CVE-2017-9841) to gain initial access, escalate privileges, and maintain persistent control over compromised systems. Earlier this January, U.S. cybersecurity and intelligence agencies…
In a significant cybersecurity incident, researcher Jeremiah Fowler has revealed a critical data breach involving IMDataCenter, a Florida-based data solutions company. The breach has resulted in the exposure of a vast database that contains sensitive personal information belonging to individual users and various client organizations. The compromised database, which includes…
Focused Skill Building: Addressing Key Problems in Cybersecurity Roles In the ever-evolving field of cybersecurity, ongoing education is imperative; it doesn’t cease upon securing a position or following a career path. Instead, the need for targeted learning intensifies as professionals find themselves grappling with real-world challenges. Rather than the foundational…
Cloud Data Security & Resilience , Security Operations Presented by Rubrik 60 mins As organizations increasingly depend on cloud platforms like AWS and Microsoft Azure for critical database operations, the importance of robust and unified data protection has surged. This shift brings with it both opportunities and responsibilities, especially concerning…
Cloud Security, Security Operations JFrog Discovers Multi-Stage Malware Targeting Cloud Infrastructure Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • June 17, 2025 Image: Shutterstock JFrog researchers have identified a multi-stage malware embedded in a Python package specifically designed to steal sensitive information from cloud infrastructures. The malicious package, named chimera-sandbox-extensions, was disclosed by the…
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A significant security breach has raised alarms among consumers in the U.S., exposing over 184 million login credentials, including passwords, email addresses, and unencrypted login URLs. This incident has underscored the growing vulnerabilities inherent in our digital interactions. The breach was discovered by cybersecurity expert Jeremiah Fowler, who has issued…
