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Steam Users Targeted by Malicious PirateFi Game Delivering Vidar Malware
The world of gaming has once again been hit by a cybersecurity threat, as a seemingly innocent game on Steam turned out to be a delivery vehicle for malicious software. A free-to-play game named PirateFi was discovered to be distributing the Vidar infostealing malware, compromising the security of up to 1,500 unsuspecting users. The game was available on the Steam store for nearly a week, from February 6th to February 12th, before it was taken down.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
Unimicron Technology Targeted in Ransomware Attack: Sarcoma Group Threatens Data Leak
In a significant cybersecurity incident, Unimicron Technology, a leading Taiwanese printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer, has fallen victim to a ransomware attack orchestrated by the notorious Sarcoma ransomware group. The attackers are now threatening to leak sensitive data stolen from the company unless their demands are met. This incident highlights the growing threat of ransomware attacks on critical industries and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
12 Million Zacks Investment Accounts Exposed in Latest Hacking Scandal
In a shocking revelation, Zacks Investment Research, a prominent American investment research firm, has reportedly suffered another significant data breach. Sensitive information related to approximately 12 million user accounts was exposed, marking the third major breach impacting the company in the past four years. The leaked data includes full names, email addresses, physical addresses, phone numbers, and unsalted SHA-256 password hashes, raising serious concerns about user privacy and cybersecurity.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
30,000 WordPress Sites Affected by Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in CleanTalk Plugin
Introduction WordPress is the most popular content management system (CMS) in the world, powering more than 40% of all websites. While its flexibility and extensive plugin ecosystem make it a powerful tool, it also makes it a prime target for cyber threats. A recent security vulnerability discovered in the Security & Malware scan by CleanTalk plugin highlights the importance of staying vigilant and keeping WordPress sites updated. This article explores the newly identified Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability in CleanTalk’s Security & Malware scan plugin, its impact, and how website administrators can protect their sites.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
45 Security Flaws Fixed by Adobe, Mitigating Code Execution Threats
Patch Tuesday: Adobe Patches 45 Vulnerabilities Across Multiple Products and Warns of Remote Code Execution Risks Adobe has released patches for 45 documented vulnerabilities across multiple products, warning users and IT administrators of potential remote code execution risks that could compromise system security.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
North Korean Cyberattackers Hijack Devices with PowerShell Manipulation
A North Korea-linked threat actor known as Kimsuky has been observed using a new tactic that involves deceiving targets into running PowerShell as an administrator and then instructing them to paste and run malicious code. This method represents a shift in the group’s attack techniques, enabling them to bypass traditional security measures and gain unauthorized access to systems more efficiently.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
Russian Sandworm Exploits BadPilot Network for Cyber Operations
A subgroup of the Russian state-sponsored hacking collective APT44, known as ‘Seashell Blizzard’ and ‘Sandworm,’ has been waging an aggressive, multi-year cyber campaign against critical organizations and government entities. Dubbed ‘BadPilot,’ this operation has been actively targeting energy, oil and gas, telecommunications, shipping, and arms manufacturing sectors since at least 2021.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
US Imposes Sanctions on LockBit Ransomware’s Bulletproof Hosting Provider
Overview The United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom have sanctioned Zservers, a Russia-based bulletproof hosting (BPH) services provider, for supplying essential attack infrastructure to the LockBit ransomware gang. The coordinated effort aims to disrupt LockBit's operational capabilities and limit its ability to launch further ransomware attacks against global critical infrastructure.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
Ukraine Targeted by Russian Hackers with Fake Windows Activators
In a sophisticated cyber-espionage operation, the Russian military hacking group Sandworm has been found deploying trojanized Microsoft Key Management Service (KMS) activators and fake Windows updates to target Windows users in Ukraine. This campaign, which likely began in late 2023, aims to compromise Ukrainian systems through widespread malware distribution, taking advantage of the heavy reliance on pirated software.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
Critical RCE Vulnerability Exposes 12,000+ KerioControl Firewalls
Overview In a concerning development for cybersecurity, over twelve thousand instances of GFI KerioControl firewalls remain vulnerable to a critical remote code execution (RCE) flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-52875. This vulnerability has the potential to be exploited by threat actors, putting numerous businesses and networks at risk of compromise. The growing number of exposed instances highlights a serious risk for organizations that rely on this firewall solution for their network security.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
E-commerce Under Attack: Google Tag Manager Skimmers Deployed
A new wave of cyberattacks has been discovered where threat actors are abusing Google Tag Manager (GTM) to inject malicious credit card skimmer malware into Magento-based e-commerce websites. This attack method allows hackers to steal sensitive financial information from unsuspecting customers during the checkout process.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
Major Cyberattack Cripples Newspaper Operations Nationwide
A significant cyberattack recently disrupted newspaper operations nationwide. The attack, which occurred on February 3, 2025, caused a technology outage that affected critical business applications, forcing the shutdown of parts of the network and impairing the ability to print and deliver newspapers.
By WIRE TOR - Ethical Hacking Services11 months ago in 01
