Tag: authentication bypass
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SimpleHelp Vulnerability Exploited to Deliver Novel Malware
A critical vulnerability in SimpleHelp's remote monitoring software, rated a perfect 10 in severity, was exploited by attackers to masquerade as trusted technicians and deploy brand-new malware across customer networks. This flaw allowed hackers to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access with ease.
CVE-2026-48558 Exploitation Deploys TaskWeaver, Djinn Stealer Malware
A critical vulnerability, CVE-2026-48558, with a maximum severity score of 10.0 is being exploited to spread two new malware families, TaskWeaver and Djinn Stealer, by turning remote monitoring servers into malware distribution points. This flaw allows attackers to bypass OpenID Connect authentication in SimpleHelp and gain a fully authenticated session.
Hackers Exploit SimpleHelp Flaw to Deploy Djinn Stealer Malware
Hackers have found a way to exploit a flaw in SimpleHelp, using it as a trusted channel to deploy the Djinn Stealer malware and wreak havoc on managed systems. This critical vulnerability, CVE-2026-48558, allows attackers to create highly privileged accounts without authentication, putting thousands of systems at risk.
Massive Passport Leak Exposes Sensitive Traveler Data
A staggering leak of almost a million passport records from around the world has put sensitive traveler data at risk. The breach, linked to a low-security ID verification system for cannabis dispensaries, exposed passports as a vulnerable weak point in authentication processes.
CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of Lantronix EDS5000 Flaw
A critical code-injection flaw, CVE-2025-67038, has been discovered in Lantronix EDS5000 Series devices, allowing attackers to inject arbitrary OS commands with root privileges due to a lack of input sanitization in the HTTP RPC module. This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a high severity level.
CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of Splunk Enterprise Flaw
A critical vulnerability in Splunk Enterprise, tracked as CVE-2026-20253, allows remote attackers to create or delete files on vulnerable systems without needing any login credentials. This security flaw affects specific versions of Splunk Enterprise, including 10.2.0 through 10.2.3 and 10.0.0 through 10.0.6.
Fortinet Sandbox Flaws Under Active Exploitation
Critical Fortinet Sandbox vulnerabilities are under active attack, with hackers exploiting flaws like CVE-2026-39813, a severe path traversal bug that allows authentication bypass. Fortinet patched these bugs in April, but users must upgrade ASAP to avoid being compromised.
Palo Alto Networks Warns of Active Exploitation of GlobalProtect VPN Flaw
Palo Alto Networks has warned of active exploitation of a critical GlobalProtect VPN flaw, CVE-2026-0257, which allows attackers to bypass security controls and set up unauthorized VPN connections. The company first observed exploitation attempts on May 17, 2026.
Credential Theft Spurs Demand for Secure Identity Verification
Credential theft skyrocketed 160% in 2025, fueling a critical need for secure identity verification solutions that can outsmart AI-driven attacks. To stay ahead, robust multi-factor authentication is a must-have, combining unique factors like something you know, have, and are to fortify defenses.
ServiceNow Warns of Flaw Exploited for Unauthorized Access
ServiceNow has issued a security update to fix a flaw that could allow unauthorized users to gain excessive access to customer instances, and the company is urging users to take action to protect their systems. The update was applied to hosted customer instances on June 5, 2026.
Veeam Patches Backup Flaw That Enables Remote Code Execution
Veeam has urgently patched a critical backup flaw, CVE-2026-44963, that allowed remote code execution with just domain user credentials, scoring a severe 9.4 out of 10 in severity. The update to version 12.3.2.4854 fixes this vulnerability, preventing attackers from running malicious code on the Backup Server.
phpBB Flaw Enables Instant Account Takeover
A single HTTP request can give an attacker instant access to any user's account, including administrator accounts, without needing a password - a vulnerability rated 9.4 on the CVSS scale that's affecting phpBB versions up to 3.3.16 and 4.0.0 alpha.
Check Point Discloses Zero-Day Flaw Exploited by Ransomware Groups
Check Point has uncovered a zero-day flaw, CVE-2026-50751, that allowed ransomware groups to exploit a critical authentication bypass in Remote Access and Mobile Access deployments, prompting an emergency fix. The vulnerability enabled attackers to establish a remote access VPN connection without proper authentication.
UniFi OS Bug Lets Hackers Gain Root Without Authentication
A critical bug in UniFi OS can be exploited by hackers to gain root access without any login credentials, user interaction, or prior access, putting your system at risk. Three vulnerabilities, now patched, can be chained together to allow remote code execution with root privileges.
Check Point VPN Flaw Exposed, Bypasses Passwords in IKEv1 Setups
A critical flaw in Check Point VPN setups has been exposed, allowing attackers to bypass passwords and establish a VPN session without proper authentication in certain configurations. This vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-50751, impacts Remote Access VPN and Mobile Access deployments using the outdated IKEv1 protocol.
Check Point Exposes VPN Zero-Day Link to Qilin Ransomware Gang
A critical VPN vulnerability, CVE-2026-50751, has been exploited in attacks linked to the notorious Qilin ransomware gang, affecting a handful of organizations worldwide. Check Point has released security updates to patch this authentication bypass flaw in its legacy Remote Access and Mobile Access deployments.
Palo Alto Networks Warns of Active PAN-OS Vulnerability Exploitation
Palo Alto Networks has sounded the alarm on a critical PAN-OS vulnerability, CVE-2026-0257, that's being actively exploited by threat actors to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access to VPN connections. This security gap could allow attackers to circumvent controls and initiate their own VPN sessions, putting your network at risk.
Polyfill Compromise Targets Major Websites with Rogue Login Prompts
Major websites, including Toshiba and Muji, have been compromised by a rogue login prompt scam through polyfill.io, tricking visitors into entering sensitive information. If you encountered the fake sign-in screen, be sure to cancel and change your password to protect your account.
Unpatched Windows Search Flaw Exposes User Hashes
A newly discovered vulnerability in Windows' search feature can be exploited to steal user passwords, allowing hackers to gain access to sensitive information. By simply clicking on a malicious link, a user's login credentials can be exposed to attackers.
Dashlane Exposes Brute-Force Attack on User Accounts
Dashlane recently alerted a small group of users, fewer than 20, that an external threat actor had launched a brute-force attack on their accounts, attempting to bypass two-factor authentication and gain unauthorized access. The company quickly sprang into action, notifying affected users and taking steps to protect their accounts.
Cyberattacks Accelerate as AI Lowers Bar for Threat Actors
Defaults and automation are handing attackers cheap, fast entry points, making it alarmingly easy for them to wreak havoc - just like in the case of Gogs, where open registration and unlimited repository creation allow unauthenticated attackers to create an account and repository with ease. This vulnerability is being exploited, along with a critical authentication bypass flaw in PAN-OS and Prisma Access, underscoring the urgent need for heightened cybersecurity measures.
Palo Alto VPN Bug Sees Active Exploitation
Security experts at Rapid7 have confirmed that hackers are actively exploiting a critical authentication bypass flaw in Palo Alto Networks' VPN, putting PAN-OS users at risk of targeted attacks. This urgent development means users must patch their systems ASAP to prevent exploitation.
Dashlane Disrupts Service Amid Brute-Force Attacks
Dashlane recently took swift action to protect its users, suspending customer accounts in response to a surge of brute-force attacks that triggered the company's automatic defenses, putting engineers' weekends on hold. This decisive move showcases the password manager's commitment to safeguarding user security.
Palo Alto Networks Warns of Active Exploitation of High-Severity VPN Bug
Palo Alto Networks has issued a warning about active exploitation of a high-severity VPN bug, urging users to patch their systems ASAP to avoid falling prey to potential security breaches. The vulnerability, CVE-2026-0257, allows attackers to bypass security restrictions and establish unauthorized VPN connections.