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Atlassian, the company behind Jira, a leading project management and issue-tracking platform, is grappling with a significant service disruption that has left users unable to load certain Dashboard widgets. The outage, affecting Jira Work Management, Jira Service Management, and Jira Product Discovery, began on April 16, 2025, and has caused widespread frustration among teams relying […]

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Cybersecurity experts have identified a sophisticated ransomware threat known as Interlock, which has been quietly expanding its operations since its first appearance in September 2024. This malware employs an elaborate multi-stage attack chain, beginning with the compromise of legitimate websites that deliver fake browser updates to unsuspecting users. Companies impacted by Interlock span various sectors […]

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Critical Windows Task Scheduler involving schtasks.exe binary, which could enable malicious actors to execute commands with SYSTEM-level privileges, bypassing User Account Control (UAC) prompts and erasing audit logs. These flaws significantly elevate the threat landscape for Windows environments, posing risks of privilege escalation, stealthy system manipulation, and data exfiltration. At the heart of the issue […]

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Some threats don’t kick down the door; they slip in, stay quiet, and wait.  These days, attackers are playing the long game, using evasion techniques to hide in plain sight, delay detection, and make it harder for security teams to figure out what actually happened.  Let’s break down three of the most common tactics we’re […]

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The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role has fundamentally transformed today’s digital-first world. Once viewed primarily as technical guardians of the organizational perimeter, CISOs are now expected to be strategic partners who drive business value. As cyber threats become more sophisticated and regulations more demanding, organizations can no longer afford to treat cybersecurity as a […]

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In the digital age, the security of digital identities has become a defining challenge for organizations worldwide. As businesses embrace cloud computing, remote work, and interconnected ecosystems, digital identities representing users, devices, and applications have become prime targets for cybercriminals. In 2024, identity-based attacks such as phishing, credential stuffing, and privilege escalation are among the […]

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Social engineering remains one of the most persistent threats to organizational security because it targets human psychology rather than technological vulnerabilities. Unlike conventional cyber threats that exploit technical weaknesses, social engineering manipulates the fundamental psychological traits that make us human. Understanding these psychological dimensions is critical for security leaders to implement better technical controls and […]

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Google has issued an urgent security update for its Chrome browser after two critical vulnerabilities were discovered. These vulnerabilities could allow attackers to steal sensitive data and gain unauthorized access to users’ systems. The flaws, identified as CVE-2025-3619 and CVE-2025-3620, affect Chrome versions prior to 135.0.7049.95/.96 for Windows and Mac and 135.0.7049.95 for Linux. The […]

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A letter from MITRE, dated April 15, 2025, has leaked online claimed to be revealed from a reliable source that the organization’s contract to support the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program is due to expire today, April 16, 2025, potentially threatening the stability of a critical cybersecurity resource. The letter, addressed to CVE Board […]

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Microsoft 365 administrators faced significant challenges today as an ongoing outage prevented access to the Microsoft 365 Admin Center and the Exchange Admin Center (EAC). The issue, reported by the official Microsoft 365 Status account on X (@MSFT365Status) and is actively investigating the cause. The outage has left admins unable to perform critical tasks such […]

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In the rapidly evolving digital landscape of 2025, cybersecurity has reached an inflection point that has prompted an unprecedented reassessment among security professionals. According to recent industry analysis, 78% of security leaders are completely rethinking their cyber strategies a striking statistic that reflects the profound changes in both the threat landscape and defense capabilities. This […]

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For many years, ransomware has been associated with online extortion, causing businesses to become immobilized as they attempt to recover encrypted data. With cybersecurity teams preparing for these direct attacks, organizations have become accustomed to the risk of frozen systems and locked databases. However, a new and much more pernicious threat is showing up that […]

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Linux cyber threats are less widespread than Windows ones yet it can make them even more dangerous. Underestimated and under-anticipated, they stab endpoints and networks in the back, bringing operational disruption and financial loss. It’s true that individual desktop users are less targeted by Linux-specific malware, than that tailored for Windows systems. Although they still […]

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A sophisticated Chinese spyware suite dubbed “PasivRobber” that targets macOS devices, with particular focus on harvesting data from communication applications popular among Chinese users.  The multi-binary malware package demonstrates advanced technical capabilities for data exfiltration and persistence. On March 13, 2025, security researchers identified a suspicious mach-O file named “wsus” on VirusTotal, which led to […]

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An interconnected digital landscape differentiates the current era from previous ones, as using the internet for various personal and professional purposes was uncommon then. While this phenomenon has eased multiple tasks for people of different demographics, it has also resulted in an increase and evolution of cybersecurity threats. Modern-day hackers often try to scam netizens […]

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A seemingly empty folder appearing on Windows systems after recent security updates has raised concerns among users, but Microsoft confirms it’s an intentional security measure that should remain untouched.  The directory, typically located at C:\inetpub, serves as a crucial component in mitigating a recently patched vulnerability, even for users who don’t run web server software. […]

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Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated multi-stage attack chain utilizing JScript to deliver dangerous malware payloads. The attack, which employs a complex obfuscation technique, ultimately delivers either XWorm or Rhadamanthys malware depending on the victim’s geographic location. This loader operates through a meticulously crafted execution flow that begins with JScript, transitions to PowerShell, and culminates […]

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Microsoft has taken a critical step to enhance security across its productivity suite by disabling ActiveX controls by default in Microsoft 365 applications.  This significant security update, which began rolling out earlier this month, aims to reduce the risk of malware and unauthorized code execution that has long plagued the legacy technology. Starting April 2025, […]

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A significant security vulnerability has been identified in Google Groups, allowing users to circumvent file attachment restrictions by simply sending emails to group addresses.  This broken access control issue potentially impacts thousands of organizations that rely on Google Groups for controlled information sharing and collaboration. Ph.Hitachi recently observed the vulnerability, which exploits a disconnect between […]

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A significant vulnerability in Samsung Galaxy S24 devices that allows network-adjacent attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations.  The flaw, identified as CVE-2024-49421, was publicly announced on April 9, 2025, as part of the Pwn2Own competition findings. The vulnerability, tracked as ZDI-25-229 (ZDI-CAN-25650), received a CVSS score of 5.9 (AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:L), indicating a medium-to-high severity […]

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