Tag: exploit kits
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Microsoft Delivers Record 974 Patches, Warns of Zero-Day Exploits
Microsoft just dropped a record 974 patches, including fixes for two vulnerabilities already being exploited as zero-days, forcing companies to scramble to keep up. This massive update is a stark reminder to stay vigilant, with experts warning of a vulnerability apocalypse.

Hackers Exploit Gaps in Vulnerability Programs with Simplified Playbook
Meet Hercules, the mastermind behind a notorious underground tutorial that spills the beans on how to turn vulnerability exploitation into cold, hard cash. With a refreshingly blunt approach, Hercules breaks down the process into simple, actionable steps that even novice attackers can follow.

Vulnerabilities Surge as Exploit Kits Expand in Q1 2026
The Q1 2026 report reveals a concerning surge in vulnerabilities and exploit kits, with attackers increasingly targeting Microsoft Office and Windows with new logic-flaw exploits. This quarter saw a notable rise in security-feature bypasses, including CVE-2026-21509 and CVE-2026-21514, which allow specially crafted files to execute commands with user privileges.