Russian Ransomware Rampage: Microsoft Zero-Day Exploited by EncryptHub Gang!
A Russian ransomware gang is exploiting Microsoft’s zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2025-26633, by manipulating the Microsoft Management Console (MMC) framework. They use identical .msc files to trick systems and execute malicious code, proving once again that hackers are the sneakiest IT ninjas out there.
Hot Take:
Looks like the Russian ransomware gang has decided to throw a zero-day fiesta in Microsoft’s backyard, using the Microsoft Management Console as their personal party planner. With a penchant for disguise and a flair for deception, these cybercriminals are giving James Bond a run for his money. Who knew .msc files could have a split personality? One minute they’re clean, the next they’re up to no good, channeling their inner Jekyll and Hyde. Microsoft sure has its hands full with these uninvited guests crashing through the system backdoor, all while waving their “en-US” flags!
Key Points:
– Microsoft patched a zero-day vulnerability exploited by Russian gang EncryptHub.
– Attackers are targeting the Microsoft Management Console (MMC) framework.
– The technique involves trickery with .msc files and the MUIPath feature.
– The gang uses shell command execution to download and run payloads.
– Previous zero-day exploits have targeted the MMC framework in Windows.