Chinese hackers hijacked an ISP software update to spread malware

Windows and macOS machines alike have been hit by malware after notorious Chinese hacker group StormBamboo used a compromised internet service provider (ISP) to target organizations with poisoned DNS responses. StormBamboo used altered DNS query responses tied to automatic update Read More …

Telegram Zero-Day Let Hackers To Spread Malware Hidden in Videos

Cybersecurity researchers at ESET discovered a zero-day vulnerability that targeted the Telegram for Android app and sent malicious files disguised as videos through chats. The zero-day exploit, dubbed “EvilVideo,” allowed hackers to share Android payloads via Telegram channels, groups, and Read More …

Stargazers Ghost Network

Recently, Check Point Research observed threat actors using GitHub to achieve initial infections by utilizing new methods. Previously, GitHub was used to distribute malicious software directly, with a malicious script downloading either raw encrypted scripting code or malicious executables. Their Read More …

Mekotio Banking Trojan Threatens Financial Systems in Latin America

The Mekotio banking trojan is a sophisticated piece of malware that has been active since at least 2015, primarily targeting Latin American countries with the goal of stealing sensitive information — particularly banking credentials — from its targets. Originating in Read More …

The Hidden Danger of PDF Files with Embedded QR Codes

The SonicWall Capture Labs threat research team has been observing PDF files with QR codes being abused by malware authors to deceive users for a long time. QR codes are increasingly popular due to their versatility and ease of use. Read More …