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‘Bitter’ cyberspies target defense orgs with new MiyaRAT malware
A cyberespionage threat group known as ‘Bitter’ was observed targeting defense organizations in Turkey using a novel malware family named MiyaRAT. MiyaRAT is used alongside the WmRAT malware, which is cyberespionage malware previously associated with Bitter. Proofpoint discovered the campaign and reports that the new malware is likely reserved for high-value targets, deployed only sporadically. Bitter is a suspected South Asian…
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Winnti hackers target other threat actors with new Glutton PHP backdoor
The Chinese Winnti hacking group is using a new PHP backdoor named ‘Glutton’ in attacks on organizations in China and the U.S., and also in attacks on other cybercriminals. Chinese security firm QAX’s XLab discovered the new PHP malware in late April 2024, but evidence of its deployment, along with other files, dates back to December 2023. XLab comments that,…
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Russian cyberspies target Android users with new spyware
Russian cyberspies Gamaredon has been discovered using two Android spyware families named ‘BoneSpy’ and ‘PlainGnome’ to spy on and steal data from mobile devices. According to Lookout, which discovered the two malware families, BoneSpy has been active since 2021, while PlainGnome emerged in 2024. Both target Russian-speaking individuals in former Soviet states. Gamaredon (aka “Shuckworm”) is believed to be part…
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75+ Best Target Cyber Monday Deals You Should Check Out Right Now!
Cyber Monday is here, and just like Best Buy, Walmart, and Amazon, Target has unveiled some incredible tech deals. From tablets and smartphones to Smart TVs, Monitors, and smartwatches, there’s something in it for all your needs. However, finding the best deals from a sea of options is like finding a needle in a haystack. So, we have handpicked the…
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Chinese hackers target Linux with new WolfsBane malware
A new Linux backdoor called ‘WolfsBane’ has been discovered, believed to be a port of Windows malware used by the Chinese ‘Gelsemium’ hacking group. ESET security researchers who analyzed WolfsBane report that WolfsBane is a complete malware tool featuring a dropper, launcher, and backdoor, while it also uses a modified open-source rootkit to evade detection. The researchers also discovered ‘FireWood,’ another…
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Scammers target UK senior citizens with Winter Fuel Payment texts
As the winter season kicks in, scammers are not missing the chance to target senior British residents with bogus “winter heating allowance” and “cost of living support” scam texts. The scam campaign is opportunistic given the UK government’s recent controversial stance on cutting winter fuel payments from approximately 10 million pensioners across Britain. Lookalike GOV.UK pages Scammers are seen texting British residents this…
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Max Is the Latest Streaming Service to Target Password Sharing
Following similar crackdowns from Netflix and Disney+, Max (formerly HBO Max) has announced its intentions to stop you from freely sharing passwords across households. In an earnings call Thursday, company Chief Financial Officer Gunnar Wiedenfels said the move would start with “very soft messaging” over the next few months before getting more serious heading into 2025 and 2026. That at…
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Five ways cyber criminals target healthcare and how to stop them
Healthcare organizations around the world are continually weathering a barrage of cyber attacks that disrupt patient care and threaten lives. In an industry where system downtime could potentially have fatal consequences, healthcare institutions need to be as prepared as they can to prevent and recover from cyber attacks. But what are the major cyber threats facing healthcare organizations, and how…
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Target Black Friday deals live — 21 best early sales I’d add to my cart now
We always see a flood of great sales come November, but you don’t have to wait until Black Friday to get started on your holiday shopping. Target is already slashing prices on toys, Lego sets, gaming and more ahead of the big day. Right now you can save up to 30% on select Disney toys at Target, including Disney’s Doorables…
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Hackers target critical zero-day vulnerability in PTZ cameras
Hackers are attempting to exploit two zero-day vulnerabilities in PTZOptics pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) live streaming cameras used in industrial, healthcare, business conferences, government, and courtroom settings. In April 2024, GreyNoise discovered CVE-2024-8956 and CVE-2024-8957 after its AI-powered threat detection tool, Sift, detected unusual activity on its honeypot network that did not match any known threats. Upon examination of the alert, GreyNoise researchers uncovered…
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