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China-Aligned Hackers Exploit Roundcube Flaws at Universities
China-aligned hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in Roundcube email servers to gain access to sensitive university networks, specifically targeting physics and engineering departments with national security ties. They've cleverly designed their attacks to fly under the radar, using tactics like compromised senders and spoofed domains to reach their targets.
US Research Security Landscape Evolves Amid Foreign Exploitation Fears
Join a live webinar on June 24, 2026, to explore how the Pentagon's new emphasis on research security is transforming the way universities, government agencies, and institutions protect against foreign exploitation. Earn 1 CPE credit while learning how to bolster defenses for basic and applied research in a rapidly evolving security landscape.
LucidRook Malware Targets NGOs, Universities in Taiwan
A sneaky new malware called LucidRook has set its sights on non-governmental organizations and universities in Taiwan, using spear-phishing to catch its victims off guard. This Lua-based threat is the latest cyber attacker to target these vulnerable sectors.