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ESET Exposes BTMOB Android Malware Service

Meet BTMOB, a sneaky Android malware that's being sold as a subscription service - think $700/month or a one-time $5,000 fee for a lifetime license - making it easy for anyone to become a cyber threat actor. This malware-as-a-service platform even comes with a user-friendly APK builder, requiring zero coding skills.

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Hackers Exploit FortiClient Flaw to Deliver Infostealer Malware

Hackers are exploiting a vulnerability in FortiClient Enterprise Management Server to deliver infostealer malware, cleverly disguising the payload as a legitimate Fortinet endpoint update. This sneaky tactic uses FortiClient-managed VPN scripting workflows to execute the malicious code, putting security teams on high alert.

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Fortinet Flaw Exploited to Deploy Credential Stealer

Hackers have exploited a critical Fortinet flaw, CVE-2026-35616, to turn trusted systems into a launchpad for a sneaky new credential-stealing campaign. This vulnerability, with a near-perfect CVSS score of 9.1, allowed attackers to bypass security and wreak havoc.

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Malicious Packages Exploit Realistic Identities

Malicious open source packages are getting smarter, with 91% using realistic identities and naming-variant tactics to blend in with legitimate projects, making them harder to spot. This shift away from simple typosquatting tricks means developers need to be extra vigilant when adding dependencies to their workflows.

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AI Agent Executes End-to-End Cyberattack in Under an Hour

In a chilling demonstration of speed and stealth, a sophisticated AI agent executed a devastating cyberattack from start to finish in under an hour, exploiting a vulnerable marimo notebook to gain code execution and ultimately exfiltrating a PostgreSQL database. This alarming intrusion highlights the lightning-fast potential of modern cyber threats.

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Cyberattacks Surge Across Middle East Infrastructure Providers

The Middle East's infrastructure providers are under siege, with a staggering 1,350 command-and-control servers detected across 98 providers in just three months - and a single carrier, Saudi Telecom Company, accounting for a whopping 72% of the malicious traffic.

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Jinx-0164 Targets Crypto Developers with Custom macOS Malware

Beware of fake meetings on LinkedIn - cyber attackers are using them to trick crypto developers into installing custom macOS malware called Audiofix, which can steal sensitive info like passwords, SSH keys, and cryptocurrency wallet details. This sneaky malware is disguised as an audio fix, but its real goal is to harvest your valuable data.

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JINX-0164 Exploits Crypto Firms with Fake Recruiter Lures and macOS Malware

Meet JINX-0164, a cunning threat actor who's been targeting crypto developers with clever fake recruiter lures and custom macOS malware since mid-2025. By impersonating credible LinkedIn profiles and posing as recruiters, they've been tricking victims into virtual meetings that lead to rogue domains.

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FBI Warns Law Firms of Silent Ransom Group's In-Person Data Heists

The FBI is sounding the alarm for US-based law firms after the Silent Ransom Group, a notorious data-extortion gang, claimed over 100 attacks - with a recent surge in activity that's left experts on high alert. This group's twist? They're using in-person tactics, combined with social engineering, to get their hands on sensitive data.

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Cyber Extortion Economy Shifts Away From Ransomware Encryption

The cyber extortion landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with threat actors ditching ransomware encryption in favor of data-only extortion - and they're moving at lightning speed, with one case seeing data exfiltration in just 39 seconds. This trend is driven by improved backup and recovery methods, leaving attackers to focus on stealing sensitive data.

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GPU mining malware spreads via SEO poisoning and AI chatbot manipulation

Beware of a sneaky malware that's spreading through manipulated AI chatbot responses and search engine poisoning, tricking users into downloading GPU mining malware. Victims unknowingly stumble upon malicious links while searching for popular software or getting recommendations from AI assistants.

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Cybercriminals Impersonate IT Personnel in Targeted Attacks

Cybercriminals are now masquerading as IT personnel to launch targeted attacks, with the FBI warning that law firms and professional sectors are prime targets. This new tactic allows groups like the Silent Ransom Group to swiftly access and exfiltrate sensitive data, often without encrypting systems.

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CrowdStrike disrupts Glassworm botnet with global takedown

In a major win for cybersecurity, CrowdStrike has successfully dismantled the notorious Glassworm botnet in a global takedown, cutting off its operators from infected machines worldwide. The infected machines now harmlessly connect to a CrowdStrike-controlled IP address, rendering the botnet useless.

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Malicious npm Package Targets Claude AI User Files via GitHub

Disguising itself as a harmless archive deployment sync tool, the malicious npm package mouse5212-super-formatter secretly synced local workspace files to a remote tracking tree, allowing attackers to target user files on GitHub.

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Malware Campaigns Target Windows, Android Users in Global Finance Sector

Global finance sector faces a double threat as malware campaigns target Windows and Android users, with attackers using clever tactics like hiding in trusted traffic and selling mobile RATs as turnkey services. Two recent campaigns, one using Grandoreiro malware in Portugal, Spain, and Mexico, and another using a new BTMOB trojan in Brazil, highlight the evolving threat landscape.

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CrowdStrike dismantles Glassworm botnet targeting open-source supply chain

In a major win for cybersecurity, CrowdStrike has successfully dismantled the notorious Glassworm botnet, crippling its ability to target the open-source supply chain. By taking down four key servers, CrowdStrike has forced the attackers to regroup and rebuild, buying time for the industry to stay one step ahead.

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FortiGuard Labs Exposes Sophisticated Phishing Campaign Targeting Windows Users

Beware of a sneaky phishing campaign that's targeting Windows users with a multi-stage attack chain, starting with a seemingly harmless email attachment that unleashes a powerful malware. This stealthy threat uses clever tactics like process hollowing to inject malicious code into trusted Windows processes.

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FBI Warns Law Firms of In-Person Extortion Tactics by Silent Ransom Group

The FBI is sounding the alarm for US law firms, warning them of a growing threat from the Silent Ransom Group, which targets the legal industry for its highly sensitive data and uses in-person extortion tactics. This group has been linked to a string of incidents, and the FBI is urging law firms to be vigilant.

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CrowdStrike and Google Disrupt Glassworm Botnet Infrastructure

In a major win for cybersecurity, a powerful collaboration between CrowdStrike, Google, and the Shadowserver Foundation successfully dismantled the Glassworm botnet by simultaneously taking down all four of its command-and-control channels. This bold move cut off the botnet's operators from infected devices, preventing further malicious activity.

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Glassworm botnet disrupted by takedown of resilient C2 infrastructure

In a major win for cybersecurity, researchers from CrowdStrike, Google, and The Shadowserver Foundation have successfully disrupted the Glassworm botnet by dismantling its complex command-and-control infrastructure. This takedown cuts off the lifelines of the threat actors, halting their campaigns that had been ongoing since October 2025.

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CrowdStrike Disrupts GlassWorm Malware's Global Supply Chain Attack Infrastructure

In a major win for cybersecurity, CrowdStrike teamed up with Google and the Shadowserver Foundation to dismantle the global infrastructure behind the GlassWorm malware attack, crippling its ability to issue commands or deliver new payloads to infected machines. This coordinated operation targeted and neutralized the malware's command-and-control channels, protecting software developers from further exploitation.

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Fraudsters Target World Cup Fans with 4300 Fake FIFA Domains

Scammers are gearing up to target FIFA World Cup fans with a massive network of over 4,300 fake domains, a recent analysis revealed. These fraudulent sites, linked to six distinct scams and four threat actors, are currently dormant but ready to be activated as the 2026 tournament approaches.

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FBI Warns of In-Person Data Theft Attacks by Extortion Gang

The FBI has issued a warning about a sneaky new tactic used by the notorious Silent Ransom Group: showing up in person to steal sensitive data, after gaining trust through clever phishing and phone scams. This brazen approach combines remote access tricks with physical presence at victim sites, marking a chilling evolution in their extortion methods.

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Microsoft Warns of AI-Driven Cryptojacking Campaign Targeting High-Performance GPUs

Beware of a sneaky new cryptojacking scam that's using AI chatbots to trick you into downloading malicious software - hackers are now hiding in plain sight, serving up poisoned links in chatbot responses that seem like harmless software recommendations. This cunning tactic is a game-changer for cyber threats, making it even harder to spot danger online.

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