Skip to main content

Malware & Ransomware

Damaged computer servers and storage units in a brightly-lit cloud data center.

JadePuffer AI Attacks Destroy Azure Cloud Resources

Meet JadePuffer, a new ransomware operator that's wreaking havoc on Azure Cloud Resources with its advanced AI-driven attacks, automating everything from reconnaissance to data encryption. Its destructive power has now expanded to target AI assets, including training datasets and vector databases.

Analyst 207
Rows of server racks and networking equipment in a brightly-lit data center with a single isolated server in the foreground.

Carbonato Botnet Exploits Docker Hosts to Deploy AI-Controlled Malware

Meet Carbonato, a sneaky botnet that's exploiting Docker hosts to spread AI-controlled malware, and learn how it uses a clever worm-like approach to propagate across networks. It starts by targeting Docker daemons left exposed without authentication, allowing it to install malware and create remote access.

Analyst 207

JADEPUFFER Exploits Azure Compromise for Destructive Attacks

JADEPUFFER hackers exploited a compromised Azure account to unleash a wave of destructive attacks, wreaking havoc on sensitive data and services by targeting key areas like Storage Accounts, SQL databases, and Virtual Machines. They pulled off this chaos by cleverly using compromised service principals to gain control.

Analyst 207
Technician in background tends to servers in a brightly-lit network operations room.

Citrix Patches Zero-Days Exploited in Active Attacks

Citrix has sounded the alarm, warning that two critical zero-day vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-88771 and CVE-2026-88772, are being actively exploited in the wild, putting unpatched NetScaler deployments at risk. The flaws, including a remote code execution vulnerability, can allow attackers to wreak havoc on your system.

Analyst 207
Technicians in a server room examine equipment and discuss on a whiteboard.

Citrix Warns of Critical Vulnerabilities Under Active Attack

Critical vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler appliances are under active attack globally, and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is urging organizations to patch quickly despite the potential complexity of the update process.

Analyst 207
Network equipment room with Citrix NetScaler appliance on a rack, surrounded by cables.

Citrix NetScaler Zero-Days Under Active Exploitation

Security firm watchTowr has sounded the alarm about two zero-day vulnerabilities in Citrix NetScaler appliances that are already being exploited in the wild, allowing for remote code execution. These unpatched flaws were discovered during forensic investigations and are expected to have a fix soon.

Analyst 207
People work on laptops in a modern urban internet cafe with a cityscape visible through a large window.

Lunex Stealer Exploits AMD Driver to Evade Security, Steal Browser Credentials

Meet Lunex Stealer, a sneaky malware that's rapidly spreading across 13 countries, targeting Ukrainian-speaking users with a powerful information-stealing campaign that can swipe browser credentials and more. Its operators have set up 28 unique control panels, making it a growing threat that's hard to ignore.

Analyst 207
Dimly lit server room with a single bright laptop in foreground displaying encoded URL on screen.

ShinyHunters Exploits Oracle PeopleSoft Flaw with WAF Bypass Trick

ShinyHunters attackers have cleverly found a way to bypass WAF rules by using a percent-encoding trick to exploit Oracle PeopleSoft flaws, allowing them to reach vulnerable endpoints that were thought to be protected. By encoding URL paths, they can evade common defenses and put systems at risk.

Analyst 207
Modern university building with server room exterior and people walking in background.

Google Warns of Mass Exploitation of Oracle PeopleSoft Flaw

Google warns of a massive global campaign exploiting a critical Oracle PeopleSoft flaw, CVE-2026-35273, that allows hackers to remotely execute code without authentication, now targeting industries from healthcare to government. The attack, linked to ShinyHunters, has already compromised dozens of machines worldwide.

Analyst 207
A cluttered software development workspace with a laptop showing a GitHub page on a worn wooden desk surrounded by notes…

GitHub Actions Re-Exposure Leaves Developers Vulnerable

GitHub Actions were recently re-exposed, leaving developers vulnerable to attacks after two compromised third-party actions were re-enabled with malicious code still linked to their release tags. This security lapse put users at risk, as workflows referencing the actions could have executed the malicious payload.

Analyst 207
US military base with laptop in foreground, hinting at digital scrutiny.

US Soldier Sentenced for Telecom Extortions

Meet Cameron John Wagenius, a 22-year-old US soldier who traded in his security clearance for a life of cybercrime, exploiting exposed Snowflake credentials to orchestrate a massive data heist. As Kiberphant0m, he and his co-conspirators downloaded sensitive data from major Snowflake customers, earning a guilty plea and a federal sentence.

Analyst 207
Cluttered desk with laptop showing CMS interface in modern office setting.

ShinyHunters Exploits Grav CMS Flaw to Breach Clop Leak Site

The Grav CMS flaw, tracked as CVE-2026-42608, was exploited by ShinyHunters to breach the Clop gang's leak site, and the vulnerability has since been patched in Grav's 2.0 and 1.7 branches. Grav confirmed the legitimacy of the flaw and the threat actor's description, and has implemented a fix to prevent further attacks.

Analyst 207
Empty office cubicle with laptop and scattered papers, blurred office background.

Fake HR Apps Install ScreenConnect for Remote Access

Cybercriminals are using fake HR apps to trick employees into installing ScreenConnect, granting hackers persistent remote access to their machines. This sneaky tactic targets HR and payroll staff, putting sensitive company data at risk.

Analyst 207
Laptop screen displays fake website with cryptocurrency wallet download button in dimly lit background.

PamStealer Malware Evolves with Live C2 Decryption and Enhanced Persistence

Meet the latest variant of PamStealer malware, which has evolved with a sneaky new trick: it can only be decrypted through a live command-and-control session, making it even harder to track and stop. This fresh threat uses a fake cryptocurrency wallet site, wavel.app, to lure victims into downloading a malicious disk image file.

Analyst 207
Developer workspace with laptop showing GitHub repository page and subtle warning in background.

GitHub Actions Resumes Executing Mini Shai-Hulud Malware After Re-Enablement

Malware linked to the Mini Shai-Hulud campaign suddenly roared back to life on September 16, 2026, when two compromised GitHub Actions repositories were mysteriously re-enabled. This alarming revival happened despite previous efforts to take the repositories offline following a security breach in May 2026.

Analyst 207
Person holding smartphone with blank screen amidst subtle cyber activity hints in Eastern European-style city street.

Russian Infostealer Targets Ukraine via Lunex Malware Platform

Meet the Lunex Malware Platform, a tool used by a Russian-speaking threat actor to launch a financially motivated infostealer campaign targeting Ukraine, and get the inside scoop on its alleged origins and four-stage attack chain. This malware-as-a-service platform is sold to cybercriminal customers, posing a significant threat to cyber defence.

Analyst 207
Modern office workstation with laptop and monitor displaying CRM software interface amidst papers and coffee cups.

Salesforce Zero-Click Flaws Expose AI Agent Data Risk

Security researchers just uncovered a set of zero-click flaws in Salesforce Agentforce that let attackers silently siphon off sensitive CRM data without even needing to log in. This clever exploit, dubbed "SalesBleed," could put AI agent data at risk - and it's a wake-up call for companies to take action.

Analyst 207
Security analysts work at laptop stations in a brightly-lit operations center surrounded by large screens displaying…

AI Compresses Cyberattack Loops, Pressures SOC Response Times

Cybercriminals are now leveraging AI to supercharge their attacks, using it to discover vulnerabilities, develop exploits, and automate tasks - putting pressure on security teams to respond faster than ever. In fact, by late 2025, AI-powered malware and illicit AI tools were already emerging on the dark web, changing the game for threat actors.

Analyst 207
Cryptocurrency exchange trading floor with screens and terminals, hint of security monitoring area.

North Korean Hackers Steal $351.6M from Bitget in Backend Compromise

In a shocking security breach, North Korean hackers made off with a whopping $351.6 million from cryptocurrency exchange Bitget, compromising a limited number of hot wallets. Fortunately, customer account balances remain intact and trading operations are still running smoothly, with withdrawals temporarily paused while the company conducts a thorough security review.

Analyst 207
Person holding smartphone in public area with blurred screen and neutral expression.

RemControl Trojan Targets Android Users with Accessibility Exploit

Beware: the RemControl Trojan is targeting Android users with a sneaky accessibility exploit, putting over 30 major banks and their customers at risk across six countries. It starts with a clever fake Google Play Store page trick, disguising itself as a harmless app update.

Analyst 207
Person sitting at cluttered desk with Mac computer showing suspicious calendar event.

MacSync Malware Exploits iCloud Calendars for Payload Delivery

Meet MacSync, a sneaky new malware that's exploiting iCloud calendars to spread its reach - it hides commands in public calendar events to download its next-stage payload. This Swift-based infostealer has recently upgraded its tricks, using social engineering and fake apps to infect Macs.

Analyst 207
Rows of computer servers and storage equipment in a brightly-lit data center with one server's screen blurred.

Carbonato Malware Exploits Exposed Docker Hosts with AI-Powered Botnet

Meet Carbonato, a sneaky new malware campaign that's taking advantage of exposed Docker hosts to build an AI-powered botnet, and discover how it compromises vulnerable systems with ease. It targets Docker daemons with exposed APIs, using them to launch a privileged container and gain broad access to the host.

Analyst 207
Smartphone on cluttered desk in dimly lit home office with blurred cityscape through window.

AI Search Poisoning Targets Major Companies

This sneaky malware uses AI to superimpose phishing overlays on real banking apps, allowing hackers to remotely control infected devices and siphon off sensitive info. It’s a stealthy attack that’s already targeted major companies, using fake Google Play pages and social media ads to spread.

Analyst 207
Cluttered developer's workspace with laptop displaying a blurred webpage amidst papers and notes.

Malicious Actors Exploit Trusted Placeholder Domain in 1,700+ Repositories

A harmless-sounding domain, once used as a generic placeholder in documentation, has been hijacked by malicious actors to serve a ClickFix lure to over 1,700 public GitHub repositories, putting unsuspecting Windows browsers at risk. The domain, third-party.com, was quietly flipped from a harmless example into an active threat, say researchers at Manifold Security.

Analyst 207