The global hacktivist landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation since 2022, evolving from primarily ideologically motivated actors into a complex ecosystem where attention-seeking behavior and monetization strategies drive operational decisions. This shift has fundamentally altered how these groups select targets and conduct campaigns, creating new challenges for cybersecurity professionals and organizations worldwide. Recent analysis reveals […]
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The H2Miner botnet, first observed in late 2019, has resurfaced with an expanded arsenal that blurs the line between cryptojacking and ransomware. The latest campaign leverages inexpensive virtual private servers (VPS) and a grab-bag of commodity malware to compromise Linux hosts, Windows workstations, and container workloads simultaneously. By chaining cloud-aware shell scripts, cross-compiled binaries, and […]
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A sophisticated new attack vector where malicious actors are hiding malware inside DNS records, exploiting a critical blind spot in most organizations’ security infrastructure. This technique transforms the Internet’s Domain Name System into an unconventional file storage system, allowing attackers to distribute malware while evading traditional detection methods. Recent investigations using DNSDB Scout, a passive […]
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Researchers have uncovered critical security vulnerabilities affecting millions of computer servers and routers worldwide, stemming from the insecure implementation of fundamental internet tunneling protocols. The flaws could allow attackers to bypass security controls, spoof their identity, access private networks, and launch powerful denial-of-service attacks. The discovery was made by security researchers Mathy Vanhoef and Angelos […]
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