Endpoint Security Cybersecurity Researchers Discover Surge of Malware Apps Utilized Through Microsoft .NET MAUI Framework Prajeet Nair (@prajeetspeaks) • March 26, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Recent investigations by McAfee have uncovered a concerning trend among cybercriminals leveraging Microsoft’s .NET MAUI (Multi-platform App UI) framework to develop Android malware that effectively circumvents…
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a critical warning regarding the increasing risks associated with online file conversion tools. While many users rely on these tools for tasks such as converting documents to PDF or changing image formats, the FBI cautions that numerous high-ranking converters on search engines…
A cybercriminal group known as Cloak has publicly asserted its role in a cyberattack against the Virginia Attorney General’s office that took place in February 2025. This incident has resulted in significant disruption, prompting officials to implement emergency protocols to manage the aftermath. Chief Deputy Attorney General Steven Popps communicated…
The landscape of cybersecurity is witnessing a concerning evolution as recent reports indicate a surge in ransomware attacks. Traditionally, these attacks have been directed at individuals, corporations, and governmental bodies. However, cybersecurity specialists are now drawing attention to an alarming new tactic: the distribution of ransomware through online search queries.…
In recent years, ransomware attacks have increasingly targeted individuals, corporations, and governmental institutions. A troubling trend has emerged, wherein cybercriminals are utilizing search engines as a platform for distributing malware. This new tactic involves manipulating search results to lure victims into downloading harmful software. Victims of this phishing strategy often…
Manufacturers of perimeter security appliances, which encompass devices like CCTV systems, firewalls, radar technologies, and access control solutions, have increasingly overlooked the need to embed strong security features into their products. This oversight leaves these devices vulnerable, contributing to a surge in ransomware incidents. A recent annual threat report published…
Third Party Risk Management, Endpoint Security, Governance & Risk Management Off-Brand Android Devices Infected with Trojan Malware Anviksha More (AnvikshaMore) • March 5, 2025 A snapshot from an online video game designed purely for ad revenue rather than user experience. (Image: Shutterstock) Recent investigations have revealed a botnet that has…
Research teams from various cybersecurity firms have uncovered that a recent campaign appears to originate from a loosely organized network of fraud groups instead of a single perpetrator. Each participating group operates its own variations of the Badbox 2.0 backdoor and associated malware modules, distributing these threats through diverse methods.…
In recent developments within the cybersecurity landscape, there has been a noticeable shift in the tactics employed by ransomware attackers. Initially, these malicious actors concentrated on encrypting entire databases and demanding ransoms for decryption keys. However, a growing trend indicates a shift towards data theft, with cybercriminals now prioritizing the…
