Iranian state-sponsored hackers MuddyWater shift tactics, deploying new backdoor BugSleep in Middle East cyber attacks, moving away from using legitimate RMM tools.

Learn more: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/iranian-hackers-deploy-new-bugsleep.html

Experts warn of an evolving threat landscape.

Malicious npm packages "img-aws-s3-object-multipart-copy" and "legacyaws-s3-object-multipart-copy" found with backdoor code; sophisticated attack using image files to conceal malicious code, urging developers to be extra cautious.

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Discover how the 'Konfety' ad fraud operation exploits Google Play Store apps, using a novel 'decoy/evil twin' mechanism to commit large-scale ad fraud

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🚨 Identity-based threats to SaaS apps are escalating!

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⚠️ New Critical Flaw Alert: Apache HugeGraph-Server vulnerability (CVE-2024-27348) with a CVSS score of 9.8 is being actively exploited for remote code execution.

Learn more: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/critical-apache-hugegraph-vulnerability.html

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🚨 Cybercrime group Scattered Spider is now using RansomHub and Qilin ransomware strains, according to Microsoft.

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China-linked APT17 targets Italian entities with 9002 RAT malware, utilizing spear-phishing attacks via Office documents and malicious links.

Understanding these tactics helps organizations anticipate and mitigate similar threats.

Read: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/china-linked-apt17-targets-italian.html

🚨 Alert: FIN7 cybercrime group's latest tool, AvNeutralizer, used by ransomware groups such as Black Basta, is now being marketed in criminal darkweb forums with new capabilities to evade security solutions.

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SIM swap attacks are on the rise, with T-Mobile and Verizon employees being targeted to enable these scams.

Developing a culture of security awareness is essential to prevent these breaches.

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Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new variant of BeaverTail malware disguised as a #macOS app targeting job seekers. The malware, used by DPRK hackers, steals sensitive information and installs backdoors.

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🚨 ALERT: Cisco patches critical vulnerability in Smart Software Manager On-Prem. This flaw could allow attackers to change any user's password, including admins.

CVE-2022-22948 could be exploited with crafted HTTP requests—Patch now!

Read: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/cisco-warns-of-critical-flaw-affecting.html

Meta suspends use of GenAI in Brazil following a preliminary ban by the country's data protection authority.

Read: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/meta-halts-ai-use-in-brazil-following.html

Analysts suggest this might influence future AI policies globally, urging companies to prioritize user consent.

A sophisticated cyber espionage group, TAG-100, is targeting global organizations in over 10 countries using open-source tools. This widespread attack affects multiple sectors and regions.

Details here: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/tag-100-new-threat-actor-uses-open.html

Critical vulnerabilities have been discovered in SAP's AI Core platform, potentially exposing customer data and access tokens.

This affects businesses using SAP for AI workflows, threatening supply chain attacks and unauthorized access to sensitive information.

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Bots now account for 44.5% of travel industry's web traffic, warns Imperva in their 2024 Bad Bot Report.

With the summer travel season approaching, the risk of fraud and account takeovers is higher than ever, posing significant risks to customer trust and operational efficiency.

Industry experts recommend advanced traffic analysis,blocking outdated browsers and real-time bot detection to mitigate these threats.

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Researchers uncover "HotPage" adware masquerading as an ad-blocker. This malware can inject code into processes, potentially granting attackers system-level access on Windows.

Learn more: https://thehackernews.com/2024/07/alert-hotpage-adware-disguised-as-ad.html