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Hackers Exploit Dropcatch Domains to Redirect Traffic to Scams and Malware
Hackers are exploiting "dropcatch domains" - previously owned domains that are re-registered by new owners - to redirect traffic to scams and malware, taking advantage of the reputation and connections they inherit from their past life. With nearly one in five new domain registrations being a re-registration of an expired name, the threat is more widespread than you might think.
macOS Screen Sharing Flaw Exploited to Install Monero Miner
Apple just released emergency updates to fix a critical flaw in macOS Screen Sharing that hackers were using to secretly install Monero miners on vulnerable Macs. The updates, available for macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, and Sonoma, patch a vulnerability that allowed attackers to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access.
Evooo1Bot Linux Botnet Exploits Flaws to Hijack Edge Devices as SOCKS5 Proxies
Meet Evooo1Bot, a sneaky new Linux botnet that's been quietly hijacking edge devices since July 2026, turning them into SOCKS5 proxies by exploiting known vulnerabilities. This cunning botnet is built on the Mirai codebase, but with a range of upgraded capabilities that make it a formidable foe.
Infostealers Harvest 1.7 Billion Credentials in Six Months
Cybercriminals have supercharged their credential-harvesting capabilities, with infostealer malware infecting 7.4 million devices and snagging a staggering 1.7 billion credentials in just six short months. This automated threat landscape redefines the speed and scale of a breach.
AmnesiaStealer Malware Hijacks macOS Browser Sessions with Remote Control
This sneaky malware takes remote control of your macOS browser sessions, allowing hackers to live-stream your screen and even drive your cursor - all without you knowing. They can basically take the reins, controlling your keyboard, mouse, and navigation.
AI Security Startup Corma Targets Defensive Gap with Agent Deployment
Imagine receiving a notification while walking your dog that a live attack is underway - and being able to instantly approve a block, stopping the threat in its tracks in under 10 minutes. Corma's AI agents make it possible, proactively defending networks and giving customers peace of mind.
Evooo1Bot Malware Targets Routers in Global Traffic Relay Botnet
Meet Evooo1Bot, a sneaky malware that's turning routers worldwide into unwitting traffic relays, harvesting credentials, and launching devastating DDoS attacks. This modular Linux botnet is packed with powerful tools, including encrypted communication, SSH brute-forcing, and exploit arsenals to take down vulnerable devices.
ChainDrop Worm Infiltrates npm Supply Chain, Evades Defenses
A sneaky new worm called ChainDrop has infiltrated the npm supply chain, infecting 444 packages that are downloaded a whopping 2 billion times each month. This stealthy attack uses a clever tactic, targeting package tarballs rather than repository source commits to evade defenses.
HoneyMyte APT Group Upgrades CoolClient Backdoor with Kernel-Level Rootkit
Meet the upgraded CoolClient Backdoor, now packing a kernel-level rootkit courtesy of the sneaky HoneyMyte APT Group - and it's hiding in plain sight with a legit digital signature. This clever malware uses a Windows service and a kernel-mode driver to evade detection.
Hackers exploit macOS flaw to deploy Monero miners
Hackers are exploiting a recently fixed macOS security flaw to secretly deploy Monero miners, and experts warn that public exploit code is now available, putting users at risk. This vulnerability, affecting macOS's built-in Screen Sharing feature, allows attackers to gain access without valid credentials.
AmnesiaStealer Targets macOS via ClickFix Social Engineering
Mac users beware: a new threat called AmnesiaStealer is targeting macOS devices through clever social engineering tactics known as ClickFix, tricking victims into installing malware via a fake GitHub download page. One wrong click could compromise your entire system.
Jewelbug APT Exploits Dual Agenda with Espionage and Crypto Fraud
Meet Jewelbug, a notorious APT group that's been pulling off a double heist - stealing sensitive info and swindling victims out of crypto - all from the same interconnected operation. Their massive haul includes over 1 million implant check-ins and 580,000 stolen cookies, with targets spanning government systems and service providers across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South Asia.
Akira Ransomware Actors Exploit Safe Mode to Evade EDR Protections
Cyber attackers have found a sneaky way to bypass EDR protections by exploiting Safe Mode, leaving security systems blind to their malicious activities. In one recent incident, an exposed SonicWall VPN with no multi-factor authentication was all it took for hackers to gain entry and start wreaking havoc.
Armored Likho Expands Cyber-Espionage Arsenal
Meet the Armored Likho group, a cyber-espionage mastermind that's just leveled up its game with a suite of sneaky new implants that can hijack Telegram sessions and eavesdrop on conversations. The latest campaign, uncovered in May 2026, uses a cunning fake donation app to infiltrate targets across Russia.
Ransomware Attacks Pivot to Identity-Based Exploits
Ransomware attacks are taking a new and more personal approach, with a whopping 80% now targeting identities rather than software flaws. Malicious emails, phishing, and compromised credentials are the top entry points, making identity-based exploits the new favorite tactic of ransomware operators.
Malicious Chrome Extensions Route Traffic Through Proxies
Hundreds of malicious Chrome extensions have been found to secretly route users' traffic through proxy servers controlled by hackers, allowing them to intercept and spy on sensitive information. This sneaky tactic puts users at risk of having their online activity monitored and exploited.
Aeternum Botnet Exploits Blockchain for Decentralized Command Structure
Meet Aeternum, a sneaky botnet loader that's exploiting the Polygon blockchain's smart contracts to operate with a decentralized command structure, making it a formidable and harder-to-stop threat. This innovative approach allows Aeternum to shift parts of its malware operations onto a decentralized infrastructure, giving it a unique advantage.
Kimwolf Botnet Evolves to Evade Takedowns and DDoS Defenses
The Kimwolf Botnet has upgraded its tactics, now using the Ethereum Name Service to evade detection and launching sophisticated HTTP/2 floods that mimic real Chrome traffic, making it harder to distinguish from legitimate visitors. This new approach allows infected devices to blend in with normal web traffic, bypassing traditional DDoS defenses.
DeadLock Ransomware Leverages Blockchain to Evade Takedown
DeadLock Ransomware is taking a disturbingly clever approach to evade shutdown by leveraging the Polygon blockchain to conceal its operational addresses, making it a formidable foe for cybersecurity efforts. By cleverly using decentralized building blocks, the group has already amassed a shocking 80 victims, mostly in Europe.
CAV3RN Espionage Framework Evolves With Google Apps Script C2 Relay
Meet the sneaky CAV3RN Espionage Framework, which just got a clever upgrade - it can now use Google Apps Script as a relay to secretly communicate with its controllers, all while hiding in plain sight within DNS traffic. This clever tactic lets the malware decide on a per-transaction basis whether to connect directly to its masters or take a detour through Google's services.
Head Mare APT Exploits Unpatched TrueConf Servers to Deliver PhantomCore Malware
In a sneaky move, the Head Mare group exploited unpatched TrueConf servers to spread PhantomCore malware, using a chain of vulnerabilities to swap out legitimate client installers with infected ones. This allowed them to secretly deliver a backdoor to unsuspecting meeting participants.
Kimwolf Botnet Evolves with Enhanced DDoS Capabilities
Meet Kimwolf v7, a highly evolved botnet that's taken DDoS capabilities to the next level with its cutting-edge command-and-control resolution via Ethereum's blockchain naming system, ENS. First discovered in February 2026, this malware has been quietly building its arsenal since August 2024, targeting a range of devices from Linux IoT gadgets to Android TV boxes.
Microsoft Patch Tuesday Disrupts 400 Flaws, Zero-Day Exploits
Microsoft's August Patch Tuesday update is a doozy, tackling a whopping 400 security flaws, including a zero-day vulnerability that's already being exploited by hackers. This massive release also includes fixes for two other zero-day vulnerabilities that were publicly disclosed.
Malware Packages Exploit Ethereum for C2 Communications
Malicious actors have cleverly exploited Ethereum to spread malware, with six suspicious npm packages found querying an attacker-controlled wallet to fetch additional malicious payloads. This sneaky tactic was uncovered by Sonatype Research Labs on August 10, revealing a new level of sophistication in cyber attacks.