Microsoft has fixed the notorious 0x800F081F error on Windows 11 24H2 systems. The culprit? Missing language packs and payloads. Patch up with the October 2025 update or try an In-Place Upgrade—because who doesn’t love a little Windows drama to spice up their day?

PhantomRaven malware is stealing npm tokens and GitHub credentials using Remote Dynamic Dependencies. This clever technique fetches malicious code at install time, evading npm’s security scans. With 126 infected packages, the campaign’s infrastructure may be sloppy, but its delivery is top-notch!

MITRE’s ATT&CK framework hits version 18 with a bang! Expect upgrades in defensive content and new detection objects. Techniques for modern infrastructure, ransomware prep, and cyber threat intelligence are now on board. Plus, the Mobile section is back with a twist. ATT&CK Advisory Council joins the party too!

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a surge in attacks on PHP servers, IoT devices and cloud gateways. Botnets like Mirai are exploiting vulnerabilities and cloud misconfigurations, turning PHP-based applications into prime targets. With exploit kits so widely available, even entry-level attackers can cause chaos. Organizations must beef up defenses or risk digital disaster.

In a cyber heist fit for a digital Ocean’s Eleven, Dentsu’s subsidiary Merkle got hit, losing bank and payroll data. The global marketing giant is now sending “we’re sorry” emails to current and former staff. While offering complimentary dark-web monitoring, Dentsu is left cleaning up the mess without confirming if it’s ransomware.

Threat actors of Russian origin are targeting Ukrainian organizations with advanced espionage tactics. Using living-off-the-land techniques, they maintain a low profile while infiltrating networks. Symantec and Carbon Black reveal these hackers wield native Windows tools like a ninja with a Swiss Army knife, minus the red handle and corkscrew, to dodge detection.

BeyondTrust’s annual cybersecurity predictions suggest we’re diving headfirst into a world where old defenses will quietly crumble, and new attack vectors will explode like popcorn in a microwave. Get ready for identity crises, AI going rogue, and account poisoning making a splash in financial systems. It’s a cybersecurity circus, and identity is the ringmaster!

Britain’s data watchdog slapped a £200,000 fine on Bharat Singh Chand for sending nearly a million spam texts, targeting people in debt. The ICO claims Chand “knowingly and deliberately” broke marketing rules without valid consent. It’s a hefty price for mass-messaging misadventures!

CyberRidge has leapt out of stealth mode, securing $26 million to fund its photonic encryption solution. This Tel Aviv-based startup is tackling the “harvest now, decrypt later” threat with a cutting-edge plug-and-play system that turns data into optical noise. It’s like sending your data on a secret mission with an invisibility cloak!

In fintech, it’s not just about having the best product; it’s about turning innovation into influence. Successful high-tech finance companies share stories instead of specs, strategically plan financial PR, and educate without confusion. By doing so, they transform curious consumers into brand loyalists and skeptics into believers.

Watch out, XWiki users! A vulnerability in the platform, CVE-2025-24893, is being exploited by crypto-miners. Hackers are turning your wiki into their own digital gold mine. Remember, nothing says “Welcome to the Internet” quite like an unexpected mining operation on your server!

Meet Atroposia, the remote access trojan with a criminal toolkit worthy of a spy thriller. For just $200 a month, it offers a smorgasbord of nefarious features including remote desktop takeover, credential theft, and persistence, all wrapped in a sleek, user-friendly package. It’s like the Swiss Army knife of cybercrime!

Dentsu has revealed a data breach at its subsidiary, Merkle, impacting sensitive data of employees and clients. The breach, discovered after unusual activity, has resulted in some systems being shut down. While Dentsu’s Japan operations remain unaffected, the financial fallout is still being assessed. The company is offering free dark web monitoring.

The UK AI Security Institute’s new framework, featuring the backbone breaker benchmark (b3), aims to boost large language model security. Think of it as AI’s very own personal trainer, flexing those virtual muscles to prevent phishing, code injections, and more. It’s like CrossFit for your algorithms!

Brace yourselves for a safer internet! Google Chrome will soon default to ‘Always Use Secure Connections,’ navigating only to HTTPS sites. Starting in 2026, if a site isn’t secure, you’ll get a warning. It’s like having your very own bouncer for web browsing—just without the velvet rope!

The British Standards Institution warns of a widening AI governance gap as businesses race to adopt AI without proper controls. While 62% plan increased AI investments, only 24% have governance programs. Overconfidence in AI without strategic oversight risks failures and reputational damage, urging businesses to shift from reactive compliance to proactive governance.

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered 10 malicious npm packages using typosquatting to deliver an information stealer that targets Windows, Linux, and macOS. These packages impersonate popular libraries, fool users with fake CAPTCHAs, and swipe credentials like they’re in a digital supermarket sweep. Stay alert and avoid these npm nasties!

The U.S. CISA added Dassault Systèmes DELMIA Apriso flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. With vulnerabilities that make hackers rub their hands in glee, the flaws could allow code execution or unauthorized access. Agencies have until November 18, 2025, to patch these issues before cybercriminals beat them to it.

The UK government is seeking a new CTO, but the offered salary might not be tempting enough. While the role promises prestige, starting pay lags behind private sector standards. With digital transformation high on the agenda, the challenge is to find someone who values public service over pounds—or who really loves birthday cake.

Warning: DELMIA Apriso’s vulnerabilities are causing more drama than a reality TV show. The US cybersecurity agency CISA highlights two recent flaws being exploited, CVE-2025-6204 and CVE-2025-6205. Federal agencies now have three weeks to patch these issues. DELMIA Apriso users, it’s time to update faster than you can say ‘cyberattack’!