Tag: web shells
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AhsayCBS Flaws Exploited to Deploy XMRig Miners
Hackers are exploiting weaknesses in AhsayCBS to spread XMRig cryptominers, using clever tactics like disguising malware as Microsoft Edge. They gain access by chaining two recently disclosed vulnerabilities, CVE-2026-105133 and CVE-2026-105134.
Citrix NetScaler Exploits Create Superuser, Deploy Web Shells
A critical vulnerability in Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway appliances, rated 9.5 in severity, is being actively exploited by attackers, who can use it to run malicious commands and gain superuser access. This urgent threat prompted the Dutch National Cyber Security Centre to advise organizations to shut down their appliances until they're patched.
Hackers Exploit Zimbra Flaw to Harvest Authentication Secrets
Hackers are actively exploiting a high-severity flaw in Zimbra Collaboration Suite to gain remote access and harvest sensitive authentication secrets. This vulnerability, patched in July 2026, can be triggered by a specially crafted email, making it a critical threat to unprotected servers.
Hackers Exploit Citrix Zero-Day to Deploy Web Shells, Malware
Hackers were quick to pounce on a Citrix zero-day vulnerability, attempting to install a hidden PHP web shell just days before the flaw was publicly disclosed. This early activity sparked a wider campaign, enabling attackers to gain root access, deploy malware, and tunnel into internal networks using the newly disclosed CVE-2026-88771 and CVE-2026-88772 vulnerabilities.
Hermes AI Agent Fuels Automated Attack on Thai Finance Ministry
Security researchers uncovered a massive 470MB trove of 585 files detailing an automated cyberattack on Thailand's Ministry of Finance, led by the malicious Hermes AI Agent. The stolen data reveals a sophisticated operation, complete with web shells, exploit code, and logs that expose the attack's inner workings.
Citrix Bleed 2 Exploit Fuels Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware attacks are on the rise, fueled by a new exploit that has already made a significant impact, and now a major software company has ordered its customers to take critical systems offline due to a credible security threat. Progress has urged customers to shut down vulnerable Windows servers to prevent potential breaches.