North Korean hackers have introduced a new backdoor malware dubbed AkdoorTea, targeting cryptocurrency developers worldwide. This sophisticated malware is part of a broader campaign known as Contagious Interview, attributed to a North Korea-linked group previously associated with the DeceptiveDevelopment operation. 🧠 What Is AkdoorTea? AkdoorTea is an advanced backdoor malware developed to infiltrate the systems … Continued
Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 10 users in the European Economic Area (EEA)—which includes all EU member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway—will receive free Extended Security Updates (ESU) until October 13, 2026. This decision comes after advocacy from Euroconsumers, a prominent consumer rights group. 🔍 What Does This Mean for Users? Previously, Microsoft required users … Continued
Cisco has issued a high-severity security advisory regarding an actively exploited vulnerability in the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) subsystem of IOS and IOS XE software. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-20352, allows remote attackers to cause device outages or even execute arbitrary code under certain privilege conditions. This piece breaks down what is known so … Continued
A new app created to identify and report critics of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has unexpectedly put its own users at risk, raising serious questions about privacy and online security. Backfired Mission The app, called Cancel the Hate, was promoted as a tool for exposing people who criticized Kirk. Users were encouraged to submit personal … Continued
A newly disclosed vulnerability, CVE-2025-51591, is making waves in the cybersecurity community. The flaw—classified as a server-side request forgery (SSRF)—targets Amazon Web Services (AWS) Instance Metadata Service (IMDS), creating a critical attack vector that could compromise cloud-hosted systems at scale. 🔎 What Is CVE-2025-51591? At its core, this vulnerability allows attackers to trick a vulnerable … Continued
A hacking group linked to Iran, called Nimbus Manticore, has launched a fresh wave of cyberattacks across Europe. Security researchers say this group, also tracked under names like UNC1549 and Smoke Sandstorm, has returned with improved malware and smarter techniques. Earlier it focused more on the Middle East, but this time the spotlight is on … Continued
In a significant breach, UXLINK, a prominent Web3 social platform, has experienced a severe security exploit. Hackers gained unauthorized access to the platform’s multi-signature wallet, resulting in the minting of approximately 2 billion UXLINK tokens and the theft of around $11.3 million in various cryptocurrencies. The incident has led to a sharp decline in the … Continued
Global Aviation Summit Opens in Montreal as Cyber-Threats, Diplomatic Cracks and Environmental Pressures Loom Large Montreal — The triennial assembly of the United Nations’ International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) starts today (23 September 2025), and for many delegates, the atmosphere is uncomfortably charged. What should be a forum for technical cooperation and shared progress in … Continued
Microsoft Seals Critical Entra ID Flaw After Discovery of Global-Tenant Admin Impersonation Vulnerability September 22, 2025 Microsoft has patched a severe security vulnerability (CVE-2025-55241) in its identity platform, Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), that could have allowed attackers to impersonate Global Administrators across any tenant worldwide. The flaw, which carried a maximum severity score … Continued
A sophisticated cyberattack has disrupted operations at three major European airports—Heathrow, Brussels, and Berlin—causing widespread flight cancellations and delays. Cybersecurity leaders say the incident exposes systemic weaknesses in shared aviation technology and underscores the urgent need for stronger supply chain security and compliance with evolving regulations like the NIS2 Directive. “Simultaneous disruptions at multiple airports … Continued
