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Discover how a humble Raspberry Pi 5 became a cybercriminal magnet using Cowrie, an advanced SSH honeypot. This digital fishing expedition revealed a multi-stage attack targeting Linux systems, showcasing the attackers’ playbook from brute force to backdoors. Join us on this cybersecurity safari and learn how to defend your systems against similar threats!

Ransomware actors are exploiting unpatched SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management software. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) warns that these vulnerabilities, including CVE-2024-57727, have been a hacker’s delight since January 2025. CISA urges immediate mitigation efforts—because getting hacked is so last year.

CISA warns that ransomware actors are exploiting unpatched SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management software. Organizations using SimpleHelp versions 5.5.7 or earlier are advised to update immediately. Failure to patch may result in not only a data breach but also an awkward conversation explaining why their billing software now speaks fluent ransomware.

The Amazon Cloud Cam, once a vigilant watchdog, is now more like a retired guard dog with no teeth. As of December 2022, it’s gone from “Who’s there?” to “I’m not here,” leaving your home security to fend for itself. Time to retire this old-timer!

Attention all digital mischief-makers: PI Connector for CygNet has a cross-site scripting vulnerability that could allow your admin portal antics to go unchecked! With a CVSS v4 score of 6.9, it’s no laughing matter—but hey, at least it’s not remotely exploitable. Update to version 1.7.0 to keep the chaos at bay.

AVEVA’s PI Web API is vulnerable to cross-site scripting, scoring a CVSS v4 of 4.5. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript by tricking users into disabling security protections. Users should update affected versions to patch the issue and avoid any browser-based rendering of annotation attachments.

View CSAF: If your PI Data Archive suddenly decides to take a nap during critical operations, you might be facing a denial-of-service vulnerability. Popcorn-worthy drama for hackers, but not so fun for system admins. Remember, it’s all fun and games until someone loses data! Time to patch up and keep those archives awake!

CISA halts updates on ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities. Hackers, rejoice! Siemens’ Energy Services’ G5DFR component has a vulnerability akin to leaving your front door open with cookies on the table. But fear not, Siemens suggests changing default credentials—because nothing says security like a strong password!

CISA will stop updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities beyond the initial advisory. Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories will have the latest updates. So, if you’re looking for a thrilling read on vulnerabilities like “Use After Free” or “Stack-based Buffer Overflow,” better bookmark Siemens’ page!

Siemens product vulnerabilities are no laughing matter, but if you’re stuck on version 3.1, it might be time for an upgrade. CISA won’t be updating Siemens ICS security advisories, so keep your eyes on Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories for the latest news. After all, you don’t want your network to be an open door marked…

Attention, Siemens users! CISA is exiting the stage left for Siemens product vulnerabilities updates. Fear not! For the latest scoop, visit Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories. Remember, in the world of cybersecurity, staying updated is your best comedy routine—minus the laughs but with all the protection!

Siemens’ RUGGEDCOM APE1808 has a cross-site scripting vulnerability that could turn an unsuspecting user’s browser into a JavaScript jamboree. CISA advises disabling Clientless VPN and keeping firewalls handy. For the freshest security scoop, turn to Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories.

CISA will stop updating ICS security advisories for Siemens product vulnerabilities as of January 10, 2023. Siemens’ ProductCERT Security Advisories will provide the latest updates. The Tecnomatix Plant Simulation has an out-of-bounds read vulnerability that could let attackers execute code. Keep your WRL files trusted or your simulations might take an unexpected turn!

Beware of sneaky JavaScript! Our recent research uncovered a large-scale campaign using JSFireTruck obfuscation to turn legitimate websites into digital hitchhikers, redirecting users to the darker corners of the internet. This stealthy strategy hides the code’s nefarious intentions with just six symbols. Stay alert, and don’t let your website catch a ride!

Dive into the Internet Storm Center, where the threat level is green, and excitement peaks at “mildly concerned.” Join Guy Bruneau as he navigates the serene seas of cybersecurity. Don’t miss his upcoming class on Application Security—because securing your web apps shouldn’t be as elusive as a Wi-Fi signal in a basement!

Quasar RAT is back, proving once again that malware is like that one persistent relative who won’t leave the party. This tricky script hides behind a cleverly obfuscated .bat file, opening a decoy Office document to charm its way into your system. Beware: it’s got more tricks than a magician with a rabbit collection!

Xavier Mertens is on duty at the Internet Storm Center, monitoring a threat level that’s as calm as a cat napping in a sunbeam. Meanwhile, he’s gearing up to teach hackers how not to hack at his next class on Application Security: Securing Web Apps, APIs, and Microservices.

Watch out for those sneaky HTML emails! They can trigger unwanted .pdf downloads faster than you can say “spam.” Even with auto-saving off, your disk might overflow with junk, or worse, your Windows credentials could take a surprise vacation via SMB links. All it takes is a peek in HTML mode!

Microsoft has released patches for 67 vulnerabilities, including 10 critical ones. One of the critical vulnerabilities, a Microsoft Office remote code execution vulnerability, could strike without even opening the document. It’s like a ninja of vulnerabilities—silent, swift, and potentially devastating. Remember, folks, patch early and patch often!