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From The Aether

SolarWinds Strikes Again: Third Time’s the Charm or Comedy of Errors?

The SolarWinds saga continues with another hotfix for a critical flaw in its Web Help Desk software. This marks the third attempt to patch the same deserialization bug, raising the question: will the third time finally be the charm? With a history of exploitation, experts advise to patch now.

3 weeks ago

OnePlus Ignoring Massive Security Flaw: Your Messages Are at Risk!

Security researchers revealed a critical bug in OnePlus smartphones, allowing any app to read SMS and MMS data. This vulnerability, stemming from OxygenOS 12, has remained since late 2021. Despite efforts, OnePlus hasn’t responded to fix this flaw, leaving users to wonder if their texts have become public domain.

3 weeks ago

Cloudflare Crushes Record DDoS Attack: 22.2 Tbps of Internet Chaos Conquered!

Cloudflare recently fended off a DDoS attack peaking at a staggering 22.2 Tbps, the equivalent of streaming one million 4K videos at once. While it lasted just 40 seconds, it set a new record. As DDoS attacks continue to grow in frequency and size, Cloudflare’s defense game is stronger than ever.

3 weeks ago

Nimbus Manticore’s European Tour: Iranian Hackers Targeting Top Companies with Career Cons

Nimbus Manticore is expanding its cyber escapades, now targeting Europe’s defense, telecom, and aerospace sectors. These Iranian hackers use fake job offers to lure victims, employing evolved malware like MiniJunk to sneak past defenses. Stay alert, because when your inbox promises a dream job, it might just be a nightmare in disguise!

3 weeks ago

DNA-napping Chronicles: How U.S. Citizens Ended Up in an FBI Database Without a Clue

Customs and Border Protection agents have been quietly harvesting DNA from American citizens, even minors, and funneling it into an FBI crime database. Critics warn this unauthorized expansion of genetic surveillance could mean lifelong scrutiny for anyone added, with DNA from children as young as 4 already present.

3 weeks ago

Hackers Dance Through Unpatched GeoServer: A Comedy of Errors in Federal Cybersecurity

CISA discovered that attackers exploited an unpatched GeoServer vulnerability, CVE-2024-36401, to breach a U.S. federal agency’s network. After uploading web shells and scripts, they went undetected for three weeks. CISA recommends swift vulnerability patching and vigilant monitoring to thwart future attacks.

3 weeks ago

U.N. Neighbors or Secret Spies? Massive Covert Network Busted by U.S. Secret Service

The U.S. Secret Service dismantled a covert communications network near the U.N. in New York, seizing 100,000 SIM cards and 300 servers. Capable of sending 30 million texts per minute, this high-tech operation could disrupt cellular networks, raising serious concerns over mobile network security. Talk about an “unlimited text” plan gone rogue!

3 weeks ago

SIM Card Shenanigans: Secret Service Busts Massive SIM Farm Network Threatening NYC!

The US Secret Service has dismantled a colossal network of SIM farms in the New York Tri-state area, potentially capable of disrupting entire cellular networks. This operation involved over 100,000 SIM cards and targeted senior government officials. Meanwhile, the Secret Service is still figuring out why anyone would need that many SIM cards.

3 weeks ago

AI-Powered Hotel Hackers: RevengeHotels Strikes Back with Smarter Scams!

Kaspersky warns that hotel-hacking group RevengeHotels is back, now wielding AI to craft stealthier scams. Their classic phishing tricks have evolved; AI-generated malware means hotel guests face greater risks of card and data theft, even in trusted hotels. The cybercriminals are getting smarter, but the bookings are about to get scarier.

3 weeks ago

Nimbus Manticore’s European Espionage Escapade: Sneaky Cyber Shenanigans Intensify!

Nimbus Manticore is on a cyber-espionage spree in Europe. With fake recruiter personas and dodgy career portals, they’re phishing for more than just compliments. Their malware, with names like MiniJunk, sideloads into legit apps, evading detection like a ninja in a tuxedo. Keep an eye out, Denmark, Sweden, and Portugal!

3 weeks ago

Deepfake Dilemma: Why Your Zoom Calls Might Need a Lie Detector

Deepfake attacks are on the rise, with 62% of organizations experiencing one in the past year. Companies must integrate deepfake detection into tools like Microsoft Teams or Zoom to combat these threats. According to Gartner’s Akif Khan, combining deepfakes with social engineering is a potent mix, leaving employees on the frontlines of detection.

3 weeks ago

Crypto Con: European Authorities Bust €100M Scam Ring – Investors Beware!

Five suspects in Europe were nabbed in a cryptocurrency fraud scheme that swindled over €100 million. Authorities from several countries teamed up, proving that when it comes to catching scammers, teamwork makes the dream work—unless you’re the dreamer who lost all your money in this crypto nightmare.

3 weeks ago

Open Source SOS: Why Free Software Infrastructure Can’t Foot the Bill Anymore!

The Open Source Security Foundation warns that “open infrastructure is not free,” as the software world’s unpaid janitors tire of footing the bill. With package registries under strain, they call out wasteful usage and advocate for commercial-scale support. OpenSSF urges freeloaders to contribute before the software economy hits a costly downtime.

3 weeks ago

Security Awareness Training: More Money, More Problems, Less Security

Security awareness training budgets are up, yet human error incidents continue to rise. Despite the spending spree, outdated and irrelevant content leaves staff overconfident and unprepared. It’s like trying to fix a leaky boat with a designer bucket—stylish, but ultimately ineffective. Time for a training revamp!

3 weeks ago

SolarWinds Strikes Again: Third Time’s the Charm for Web Help Desk Vulnerability Fix!

SolarWinds has issued a crucial hotfix for a critical Web Help Desk vulnerability, CVE-2025-26399. This flaw, allowing remote code execution without authentication, is part of a patch saga that could rival any soap opera. Users must update to version 12.8.7 and follow specific steps to secure their systems.

3 weeks ago

SolarWinds Security Woes: Third Time’s the Charm or Just Déjà Vu?

SolarWinds Web Help Desk struck again with a critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-26399, allowing attackers to run wild with arbitrary commands. It’s like a never-ending sequel to a tech horror movie, now on its third patch! Time to update to version 12.8.7 HF1 and hope this is the final cut.

3 weeks ago

GitHub’s NPM Security Overhaul: A Comedy of (Token) Errors and Two-Factor Follies

GitHub tightens security for the npm registry after recent attacks, removing over 500 compromised packages. The new measures include scrapping outdated authentication and switching to trusted publishing with 2FA by default. Looks like it’s time for hackers to find a new hobby—maybe knitting?

3 weeks ago

AI’s New Playground: How Vulnerabilities Are Throwing CISOs Under the Bus

AI expands the attack surface, turning CISOs into cybersecurity superheroes juggling more vulnerabilities than a clown at a juggling festival. With a 10% increase in API vulnerabilities and a doubling of network vulnerabilities, it’s like trying to plug holes in a sinking ship. Welcome to the high-stakes innovation race!

3 weeks ago

SonicWall’s Firmware Update: The Hero We Needed to Banish Rootkit Gremlins!

SonicWall saves the day with a firmware update to boot rootkit malware off SMA 100 series devices. Die-hard malware fans, it’s time to pack up. SonicWall strongly recommends users upgrade to version 10.2.2.2-92sv to avoid becoming a hacker’s favorite pinata.

3 weeks ago

Teen Cyber Bandit Busted: Las Vegas Casino Hack Scandal Unfolds

A suspected Scattered Spider member has been nabbed for hacking Las Vegas casinos. Apparently, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is cracking down on this teenage cybercriminal, who might have mistaken the casino networks for a high-stakes game of cyber tag.

3 weeks ago
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