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Hackers exploit botnet to attack Microsoft 365 accounts
EduTech

Hackers exploit botnet to attack Microsoft 365 accounts

A newly uncovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is exploiting Microsoft 365 accounts through password spraying attacks, raising security alarms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2025
Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks
EduTech

Massive botnet targets Microsoft 365 with stealth attacks

A newly discovered botnet, consisting of over 130,000 compromised devices, is targeting Microsoft 365 accounts with password spraying attacks, linked to China-based actors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks
Surveillance

CyberCX raises alarm on Chinese device security risks

CyberCX has warned consumers about the security dangers posed by Chinese-manufactured internet-connected devices after a compromised doorbell incident in Australia.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns
Firewalls

US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns

Concerns are rising over TP-Link products amid reports of a potential ban, highlighting security risks associated with smart home devices in the US.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Dec 2024
Cyber-espionage group Volt Typhoon resurfaces globally
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber-espionage group Volt Typhoon resurfaces globally

The return of Volt Typhoon, a state-sponsored cyber-espionage group, threatens global infrastructures, exploiting outdated devices for covert operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Financial services face rising DDoS threats – Akamai
Crypto

Financial services face rising DDoS threats – Akamai

Akamai's latest report reveals financial services face escalating DDoS attacks, with politically motivated strikes and rampant brand impersonation and phishing threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Sep 2024
Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape
Malware

Adapting cybersecurity strategies to the escalating threat landscape

The takedown of Qakbot offers a brief respite for cybersecurity teams but highlights the persistent, evolving threat landscape and the complexity of combating cybercrime.

By Mina Mousa • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
New report details evolution of P2Pinfect into ransomware & miner
Malware

New report details evolution of P2Pinfect into ransomware & miner

Cado Security's latest report reveals a troubling evolution in P2Pinfect malware, now featuring ransomware and cryptomining capabilities targeting servers.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Malwarebytes launches free Digital Footprint Portal to protect personal data
Data Protection

Malwarebytes launches free Digital Footprint Portal to protect personal data

Malwarebytes has launched a free Digital Footprint Portal offering a detailed analysis of sources including the dark web.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
SentinelOne discovers new macOS malware threatening software integrity
Malware

SentinelOne discovers new macOS malware threatening software integrity

SentinelOne threat researchers identify malware macOS.Bkdr.Activator, spreading via illicitly modified versions of popular software, potentially threatening macOS users at an extensive scale.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Cado Security reveals advanced P2Pinfect botnet variant targeting MIPS devices
Cybersecurity

Cado Security reveals advanced P2Pinfect botnet variant targeting MIPS devices

Cado Security Labs unveils a sophisticated variant of the P2Pinfect botnet, targeting MIPS-based devices, including IoT products.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2023
Docker Engine API exploit launches DDoS attacks in OracleIV campaign
Malware

Docker Engine API exploit launches DDoS attacks in OracleIV campaign

OracleIV campaign uses Docker Engine API exploit to deliver malicious Docker containers for executing DDoS attacks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2023
Check Point reveals Global Threat Index with Formbook as top malware
Malware

Check Point reveals Global Threat Index with Formbook as top malware

Cybersecurity leader Check Point unveils Global Threat Index, identifying Formbook as September's dominant malware.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Oct 2023
Secureworks identifies malicious Qakbot ransomware campaign
Malware

Secureworks identifies malicious Qakbot ransomware campaign

Secureworks' Counter Threat Unit researchers have long maintained active monitoring of the botnet and detected the disruption activity on August 25.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2023
Research follows comeback of infamous botnet Emotet
Cybersecurity

Research follows comeback of infamous botnet Emotet

ESET Research has published a summary of what happened with the Emotet botnet since its comeback after a limited takedown.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2023
Botnet detection market to be US$11 billion by 2032: FMI
Malware

Botnet detection market to be US$11 billion by 2032: FMI

The adoption of botnet detection is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 33.6% from 2022 to 2032; hence measures must be undertaken to mitigate bot traffic.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2023
Killnet software given to pro-Russian hacktivists - Radware
Distributed Denial of Service

Killnet software given to pro-Russian hacktivists - Radware

Passion Botnet, a DDoS-as-a-Service offered by the Passion Group, has been used in attacks targeting medical institutions across multiple countries.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Feb 2023

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Critical zero-day vulnerability in D-Link routers exposes thousands
Cybersecurity

Critical zero-day vulnerability in D-Link routers exposes thousands

Ensign InfoSecurity reveals a zero-day vulnerability in D-Link DIR-822 routers, putting users at risk of cyber attacks including data theft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2024