Cybersecurity Chaos: XE Group’s Zero-Day Mayhem Hits Supply Chains
The zero-day exploitation of security flaws in VeraCore has been linked to XE Group, a cybercrime outfit from Vietnam. Once known for credit card skimming, they’re now diving into manufacturing and distribution supply chains. They’re like that ex who learned new tricks, only their tricks involve hacking and not awkward interpretive dance.
Hot Take:
Ah, cybercriminals, the overachievers of the digital world! Just when you think you’ve seen it all, they come up with more tricks and vulnerabilities to exploit. It’s like they’re constantly trying to outdo their previous heists! Who needs a career counselor when you can just pivot from credit card skimming to zero-day exploitation? Truly, the XE Group is the Leonardo da Vinci of cybercrime, always finding new canvases to paint their nefarious masterpieces on.
Key Points:
- XE Group exploits zero-day vulnerabilities in VeraCore software.
- ASP.NET AJAX and VeraCore products have become playgrounds for cybercriminals.
- CISA adds five new vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
- Supply chains in manufacturing and distribution are prime targets.
- Persistent access to infected systems is the new black in cybercriminal fashion.