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Researchers spotted Lazarus’s remote IT workers in action

Researchers exposed a Lazarus scheme using remote IT workers tied to North Korea’s Famous Chollima APT group in a joint investigation. Researchers filmed Lazarus APT group’s remote-worker scheme in action, uncovering a North Korean network of IT contractors linked to the Famous Chollima unit, TheHackerNews reported. Recently, multiple cybersecurity firms and government agencies observed North…

Cybersicherheit für viele Nebensache

Laut einer Umfrage informieren sich lediglich 54 Prozent der Deutschen regelmäßig über das Thema Cybersicherheit. Summit Art Creations – shutterstock.com Fake-Shops, Datendiebstahl, gefälschte Angebote auf Social-Media-Plattformen – vier von zehn Befragten halten es für sehr wahrscheinlich (9 Prozent) oder wahrscheinlich (32 Prozent), Opfer eines Betrugs oder eines Betrugsversuchs über das Internet zu werden.  Doch nur…

U.S. CISA adds Android Framework flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds Android Framework flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added Android Framework flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. Below are the flaws added to the catalog: CVE-2025-48572 Android Framework Privilege Escalation Vulnerability   CVE-2025-48633 Android Framework Information Disclosure Vulnerability  This week,…

Syncro & CyberDrain Launch MSP Microsoft Security Assessment

Syncro, a provider of a unified platform for MSPs and IT teams, and CyberDrain, developer of the CyberDrain Improved Partner Portal (CIPP), have launched Syncro Snapshot — a jointly developed solution designed to simplify Microsoft 365 security assessments.  Strengthening Microsoft security postures Positioned as a “fast, frictionless way to audit Microsoft 365 environments,” Syncro Snapshot…

Google’s latest Android security update fixes two actively exploited flaws

Google’s latest Android security update fixes 107 flaws across multiple components, including two vulnerabilities actively exploited in the wild. Google’s new Android update patches 107 vulnerabilities, including two already exploited in the wild, across system, kernel, and major vendor components. Here’s a concise summary under 160 characters: December’s Android update offers two patch levels (12-01,…

1Password vs Bitwarden: 2026 Password Manager for MSPs

1Password and Bitwarden are two of the top password managers on the market, each for different reasons. 1Password offers strong security alongside an intuitive, easy-to-use experience, while Bitwarden provides transparent, secure password management built on open-source software. In this versus guide, I take an in-depth look at how 1Password and Bitwarden compare for managed service…

Australian man jailed for 7+ years over airport and in-flight Wi-Fi attacks

Australian Michael Clapsis got 7 years and 4 months in prison for Wi-Fi attacks at airports and on flights, stealing sensitive data. Australian man Michael Clapsis (44) was sentenced to 7 years and 4 months in prison for conducting Wi-Fi attacks at airports and on flights, stealing sensitive information, according to the Australian Federal Police…

What are zero-day attacks and why do they work?

Zero-day attacks have become a significant concern in the realm of cybersecurity, posing a formidable challenge to individuals and organizations alike. These attacks exploit vulnerabilities that are unknown to the software vendor, leaving systems exposed to potential breaches. As cyberthreats evolve, understanding zero-day attacks and implementing effective protection strategies is crucial for maintaining security. Understanding zero-day attacks…

The first line of defense is still the network. But that’s only the beginning

For years, the security industry has been captivated by the promises of new acronyms: EDR, XDR, CDR. Each wave has promised broader coverage, better detection, and faster responses. And although each of these tools provides value, recent research from Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) reveals something the industry conversation often overlooks: When real threats emerge, organizations…

U.S. CISA adds an OpenPLC ScadaBR flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) adds an OpenPLC ScadaBR flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added an OpenPLC ScadaBR flaw, tracked as CVE-2021-26829  (CVSS score of 5.4), to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. The vulnerability is a cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw that impacts Windows and Linux versions via system_settings.shtm.…

Why security needs a step change to thwart cyber attacks amid surging innovation

As enterprise digitization accelerates to drive growth and meet customer expectations, it’s vital security leaders have the right tools and strategies to keep businesses secure. Take AI innovation for example. While its transformative impact is clear, security leaders must ensure these activities do not unwittingly widen “attack surfaces”. Beyond AI threats, issues such as unpatched…

Contagious Interview campaign expands with 197 npm Ppackages spreading new OtterCookie malware

North Korea-linked actors behind Contagious Interview uploaded 197 new malicious npm packages to distribute a new OtterCookie malware version. North Korea-linked threat actors added 197 new malicious npm packages to spread updated OtterCookie malware as part of the ongoing Contagious Interview campaign, cybersecurity firm Socket warns. The Contagious Interview campaign, active since November 2023 and linked to…