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A high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2025-30194) in PowerDNS DNSdist, a widely used DNS load balancer and security tool, enables remote attackers to trigger denial-of-service (DoS) conditions by exploiting flaws in its DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) implementation.  The vulnerability, disclosed in PowerDNS Security Advisory, affects DNSdist versions 1.9.0 through 1.9.8 when configured to use the nghttp2 library for DoH processing. […]

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Cybercriminals have discovered a new attack vector utilizing the legitimate file-sharing service GetShared to distribute malware and conduct phishing campaigns. This emerging threat allows attackers to circumvent traditional email security measures by exploiting the trusted status of notifications from recognized platforms. The technique represents an evolution in threat actors’ methodologies as they continue to adapt […]

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WhatsApp, the world’s largest messaging platform, has announced a major leap in privacy-preserving artificial intelligence (AI) with the introduction of its new “Private Processing” system.  This technology enables users to access advanced AI features-such as message summarization and writing suggestions-while upholding WhatsApp’s core promise of end-to-end message secrecy, ensuring that not even Meta, WhatsApp, or […]

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CISA has added a critical SAP NetWeaver vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog on April 29, 2025.  The zero-day flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-31324, carries a maximum CVSS score of 10.0 and has been actively exploited in the wild since at least March 2025. CVE-2025-31324: Critical SAP NetWeaver File Upload Flaw CVE-2025-31324 is an […]

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Security researchers have disclosed a critical vulnerability in Avast Free Antivirus that could allow attackers to gain elevated system privileges and execute malicious code with kernel-level access. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-3500, received a high CVSS score of 8.8 and was publicly disclosed on April 24, 2025, after being patched by Avast. The security flaw […]

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By fusing agentic AI and contextual threat intelligence, SecAI transforms investigation from a bottleneck into a force multiplier. SecAI, an AI-enriched threat intelligence company, made its official debut today at RSA Conference 2025 in San Francisco, marking the company’s first public appearance on the global cybersecurity stage. At the event, the SecAI team is showcasing […]

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According to IBM Security annual research, “Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024”, an average cost of a data breach in healthcare in 2024 was $9.77 million, the highest among all industries due to sensitive patient data and regulatory penalties.  A Reality Check: Healthcare Cybercrime Scale  Just some more statistics from recent research:   Prevention Is […]

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A critical security flaw in NVIDIA’s Riva framework, an AI-powered speech and translation service, has left cloud environments vulnerable to unauthorized access and exploitation. Trend Micro researchers uncovered two vulnerabilities-CVE-2025-23242 and CVE-2025-23243-stemming from misconfigured deployments that expose Riva’s gRPC and Triton Inference Server endpoints to the public internet. These flaws enable threat actors to bypass […]

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CISA officially added a significant security flaw affecting Broadcom’s Brocade Fabric OS to its authoritative Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, underscoring the urgent need for remediation across enterprise and government environments.  The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-1976, is classified as a code injection vulnerability and carries a high CVSS base score of 8.6 due to its […]

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A critical vulnerability in Apple’s AirPlay protocol, dubbed AirBorne, has exposed over 2.35 billion active Apple devices and tens of millions of third-party gadgets to remote code execution (RCE) attacks requiring no user interaction. Researchers at Oligo Security discovered that the flaw allows attackers on the same Wi-Fi network to hijack devices ranging from Macs […]

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A critical vulnerability in Google Chrome has recently been discovered that allows malicious actors to break out of the browser’s protective sandbox environment, potentially giving attackers access to the underlying operating system. The flaw, identified as CVE-2025-2783, affects Chrome versions prior to 134.0.6998.142 across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms. This vulnerability represents a significant security […]

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In response to the concerning rise of “violence-as-a-service” (VaaS) and the exploitation of youth by organized crime, Europol has announced the formation of a new Operational Task Force (OTF), codenamed GRIMM.  This multinational initiative, led by Sweden, brings together law enforcement agencies from Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Norway. Europol provides operational […]

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Google’s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has revealed that 75 zero-day vulnerabilities were exploited in the wild during 2024, highlighting both evolving attacker tactics and shifting targets in the global cybersecurity landscape.  While this figure decreases from the 98 zero-days observed in 2023, it still represents a significant increase from the 63 tracked in 2022, underscoring […]

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OpenBSD 7.7, the 58th release of the security-focused operating system, was officially launched on April 28, 2025. This release substantially improves multiple areas, including performance optimization, hardware support, and security enhancements. The new version features notable performance improvements, particularly on ARM64 architecture, where the PMAP teardown has been optimized by skipping TLB flushes, resulting in […]

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Microsoft has confirmed that its hotpatching feature for Windows Server 2025, which has been in preview since 2024, will transition to a paid subscription model starting July 1st, 2025.  The announcement, made by Janine Patrick, Windows Server Product Marketing Manager, and Artem Pronichkin, Senior Program Manager, marks a significant shift in how organizations can manage […]

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In today’s hyper-connected world, cyber threats are evolving at breakneck speed, making it more crucial than ever to stay informed and vigilant. Each week, our newsletter delivers a curated roundup of the most pressing news, expert insights, and actionable strategies to help you safeguard your digital assets and stay ahead of emerging threats. Inside this […]

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A recent security assessment by Shelltrail has uncovered three critical vulnerabilities in the IXON VPN client, potentially allowing attackers to escalate privileges on both Windows and Linux systems. Identified as CVE-2025-ZZZ-01, CVE-2025-ZZZ-02, and CVE-2025-ZZZ-03, these flaws expose users to local privilege escalation (LPE) risks, with one additional impact currently undisclosed. CVE IDs are pending due […]

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The role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has never been more critical. As organizations face a rapidly evolving threat landscape, CISOs must defend against cyberattacks and ensure compliance with a growing patchwork of regulations and standards. Cybersecurity frameworks have emerged as essential tools, providing structured approaches to managing risk, implementing controls, and aligning […]

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Digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) have become fundamental pillars of modern cybersecurity. As cyber threats escalate in complexity and frequency, security leaders are increasingly aware that a reactive approach is no longer sufficient. Instead, organizations must integrate digital forensics into their incident response strategies to ensure not just rapid containment and recovery, but also […]

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In an era where digital identities have become the primary attack vector, CISOs face unprecedented pressure to secure access across increasingly complex ecosystems. Identity and Access Management (IAM) is no longer a siloed IT function but the cornerstone of organizational resilience. With 80% of breaches involving compromised credentials and non-human identities outnumbering humans 45-to-1, CISOs […]

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