Threat actors are increasingly deploying a stealthy new tool, as the PDFSIDER backdoor evades antivirus and EDR systems by blending with trustworthy software and encrypting its communication. Security researchers at Resecurity discovered the malware during an attempted breach of a Fortune 100 enterprise, where attackers failed to cause data loss. PDFSIDER leverages a spear-phishing campaign […]
A malicious browser add-on known as the CrashFix Chrome extension is at the center of a newly discovered cyber campaign that tricks users into running harmful commands. Cybersecurity researchers have attributed the ongoing activity, labeled KongTuke, to attackers distributing the extension under the guise of an ad blocker. Once installed, it deliberately crashes the Chrome […]
Microsoft confirms a Windows shutdown issue affecting some devices running Windows 11 version 23H2 after the latest January update. According to the company, systems with System Guard Secure Launch enabled may fail to power down completely. The problem prevents affected PCs from shutting down or entering hibernation, potentially disrupting performance and battery life. The issue […]
A newly discovered Redmi Buds flaw exposes users to serious security risks, including data leakage and forced firmware crashes. Security researchers found two vulnerabilities in Xiaomi’s popular wireless earbuds, from the Redmi Buds 3 Pro to the 6 Pro models. The flaws stem from the way the earbuds manage Bluetooth’s RFCOMM protocol, allowing nearby attackers […]