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The GhostBat RAT campaign has emerged as a sophisticated threat targeting Indian Android users through counterfeit Regional Transport Office (RTO) applications. First observed in mid-2025, these malicious APKs masquerade as the official “mParivahan” app, exploiting user trust in government services. Distribution occurs primarily via smishing—WhatsApp messages and SMS containing shortened URLs redirecting victims to GitHub-hosted […]

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A sophisticated attack campaign dubbed “Operation Zero Disco,” where threat actors are actively exploiting a critical Cisco Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) vulnerability to install Linux rootkits on vulnerable network devices. Trend Micro observed an operation exploiting CVE-2025-20352, which allows remote code execution (RCE) and grants persistent unauthorized access, primarily targeting older Cisco switches that […]

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The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued an urgent alert on October 14, 2025, highlighting a critical vulnerability in Rapid7’s Velociraptor endpoint detection and response (EDR) tool. This flaw, stemming from incorrect default permissions, has already been weaponized by threat actors to execute arbitrary commands and seize control of infected endpoints, amplifying risks for […]

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Microsoft has disclosed a critical remote code execution flaw in its Internet Information Services (IIS) platform, posing risks to organizations relying on Windows servers for web hosting. Tracked as CVE-2025-59282, the vulnerability affects the Inbox COM Objects handling global memory, stemming from a race condition and use-after-free error. Announced on October 14, 2025, it carries […]

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Veeam Software has disclosed three serious security flaws in its Backup & Replication suite and Agent for Microsoft Windows, which enable remote code execution and privilege escalation, potentially compromising enterprise backup infrastructures. These vulnerabilities, patched in recent updates, primarily affect domain-joined systems in version 12 of the software. Organizations are urged to apply fixes immediately […]

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Microsoft has patched a critical flaw in its Remote Desktop Client that could allow attackers to execute malicious code on victims’ systems. Disclosed on October 14, 2025, as CVE-2025-58718, the vulnerability stems from a use-after-free error, earning an “Important” severity rating. While not yet exploited in the wild, security experts warn that it poses a […]

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Google has rolled out an urgent security update for its Chrome browser, addressing a high-severity use-after-free vulnerability that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on users’ systems. The patch is included in version 141.0.7390.107 for Linux and 141.0.7390.107/.108 for Windows and macOS, which began deploying to the Stable channel this week. Full release notes […]

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Microsoft has confirmed active exploitation of a critical zero-day vulnerability in the Windows Remote Access Connection Manager (RasMan) service, allowing attackers to escalate privileges and potentially compromise entire systems. Tracked as CVE-2025-59230, the flaw stems from improper access control, enabling low-privileged users to gain SYSTEM-level access. Disclosed on October 14, 2025, the vulnerability affects multiple […]

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A sophisticated backdoor malware targeting Internet of Things devices has surfaced, employing advanced communication techniques to maintain persistent access to compromised systems. The PolarEdge backdoor, first detected in January 2025, represents a significant evolution in IoT-focused threats, utilizing a custom TLS server implementation and proprietary binary protocol for command and control operations. The malware initially […]

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Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated phishing campaign that weaponizes the NPM ecosystem through an unprecedented attack vector. Unlike traditional malicious package installations, this operation leverages the trusted unpkg.com CDN to deliver phishing scripts directly through browsers, targeting enterprise employees across 135+ organizations primarily in Europe’s industrial, technology, and energy sectors. The campaign, discovered in […]

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Cybercriminals have developed a sophisticated phishing campaign targeting Colombian users through fake judicial notifications, deploying a complex multi-stage malware delivery system that culminates in AsyncRAT infection. The campaign demonstrates an alarming evolution in social engineering tactics, leveraging legitimate-looking governmental communications to bypass traditional security measures and successfully compromise unsuspecting victims. The attack campaign employs carefully […]

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Fortinet has issued an urgent advisory revealing a critical weakness in its FortiPAM and FortiSwitch Manager products that could allow attackers to sidestep authentication entirely through brute-force methods. Tracked as CVE-2025-49201, the flaw stems from a weak authentication mechanism in the Web Application Delivery (WAD) and Graphical User Interface (GUI) components, classified under CWE-1390. With […]

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Fortinet disclosed a high-severity vulnerability in its FortiOS operating system on October 14, 2025, that could enable local authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands. Tracked as CVE-2025-58325, the flaw stems from an incorrect provision of specified functionality (CWE-684) in the CLI component, potentially leading to privilege escalation. With a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.8 […]

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Microsoft rolled out its October 2025 Patch Tuesday updates, addressing a staggering 172 vulnerabilities across its ecosystem, including four zero-day flaws, of which two are actively exploited in the wild. This monthly security bulletin underscores the relentless pace of threat evolution, with critical remote code execution bugs in Office apps and elevation of privilege issues […]

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Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10, marking the close of a decade-long era for one of the most popular operating systems in history. This means that as of today, the company will no longer deliver free security updates, feature enhancements, or technical assistance for the OS, leaving millions of devices potentially exposed to emerging […]

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In recent weeks, a sophisticated phishing campaign has emerged, targeting corporate and consumer accounts by impersonating both OpenAI and Sora-branded login portals. Attackers distribute emails crafted to appear as legitimate service notifications, warning recipients of account suspension or unusual activity. These messages include links directing victims to counterfeit login pages that closely replicate the original […]

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Hackers can exploit vulnerabilities in signed UEFI shells to bypass Secure Boot protections on over 200,000 Framework laptops and desktops. According to Eclypsium, these vulnerabilities expose fundamental flaws in how modern systems trust boot components, potentially enabling persistent malware infections that evade detection. Disclosed recently to Framework, the issues stem from legitimate diagnostic tools that, […]

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Torrance, United States, October 14th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Criminal IP at Booth J30 | Sands Expo Singapore | October 21 – 23, 2025 Criminal IP, a global cybersecurity company, announced its participation in GovWare 2025, Asia’s largest cybersecurity conference, which will be held at the Sands Expo in Singapore from October 21 to 23. At the […]

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Ivanti has disclosed 13 vulnerabilities in its Endpoint Manager (EPM) software, including two high-severity flaws that could enable remote code execution and privilege escalation, urging customers to apply mitigations while patches remain in development. The announcement comes amid growing scrutiny of enterprise management tools, as attackers increasingly target them for supply chain compromises. Although no […]

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A critical vulnerability in the widely used Sudo utility has come under scrutiny following the public release of a proof-of-concept exploit, raising alarms for Linux system administrators worldwide. CVE-2025-32463 targets the chroot feature in Sudo versions 1.9.14 through 1.9.17, enabling local attackers to escalate privileges to root level with minimal effort. Discovered by security researcher […]

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