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Zero-Hour Phishing Attacks Increase by 130%
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Zero-Hour Phishing Attacks Increase by 130%

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Zero-Hour Phishing Attacks Increase by 130%

Menlo Security's annual Browser Security Report reveals a 130% increase in zero-hour phishing attacks and growing use of generative AI in cybercrime. The report analyzed over 752,000 browser-based phishing attacks, [...]

By FHN| March 20th, 2025|malicious cyber actors, phishing, Security Advisory, Security Update, vulnerability, Zero Day Attack|0 Comments

New malware uses JPEG files to hide and spread infostealers
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New malware uses JPEG files to hide and spread infostealers

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New malware uses JPEG files to hide and spread infostealers

A new cyber threat hides malware in JPEG images to steal credentials. Users download seemingly harmless images, which extract sensitive data from browsers, emails, and FTP apps. The malware then [...]

By FHN| March 20th, 2025|BOTNET, Compromised, Exploitation, infostealer, Malware, Security Advisory, Security Update|0 Comments

Threat Actors Steal 3.2 Billion Credentials, Infect 23 Million Devices
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Threat Actors Steal 3.2 Billion Credentials, Infect 23 Million Devices

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Threat Actors Steal 3.2 Billion Credentials, Infect 23 Million Devices

Flashpoint's 2024 report reveals a sharp rise in cyber threats, with 3.2 billion stolen credentials — a 33% increase from last year — driving ransomware and data breaches. Around 2.1 [...]

By FHN| March 19th, 2025|BOTNET, Compromised, Exploitation, Internet Security, Security Advisory, Security Update, Tips|0 Comments

VPN Vulnerabilities Emerge as Key Target for Cyber Attacks on Organizations
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VPN Vulnerabilities Emerge as Key Target for Cyber Attacks on Organizations

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VPN Vulnerabilities Emerge as Key Target for Cyber Attacks on Organizations

VPN vulnerabilities have become a major threat to organizations worldwide. Cybercriminals and state-sponsored hackers are increasingly exploiting these flaws to access sensitive networks. Key vulnerabilities like CVE-2018-13379 and CVE-2022-40684 are [...]

By FHN| March 19th, 2025|Exploitation, Internet Security, Security Advisory, Security Update, Tips, vulnerability|0 Comments

Warning: Malware Found in Free Word-to-PDF Converters
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Warning: Malware Found in Free Word-to-PDF Converters

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Warning: Malware Found in Free Word-to-PDF Converters

The FBI warns that free file conversion tools are being used to spread malware. The FBI’s Denver Field Office calls this scam “rampant,” targeting users looking to convert files like [...]