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Latest news and stories from BleepingComputer.com From a bleeping computer to a working computer.
US proposes ban on connected vehicle tech from China, Russia
Today, the Biden administration announced new proposed measures to defend the United States' national security from potential threats linked to connected vehicle technologies originating from China and Russia. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-proposes-ban-on-connected-vehicle-tech-from-china-russia/
New Mallox ransomware Linux variant based on leaked Kryptina code
An affiliate of the Mallox ransomware operation, also known as TargetCompany, was spotted using a slightly modified version of the Kryptina ransomware to attack Linux systems. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-mallox-ransomware-linux-variant-based-on-leaked-kryptina-code/
Android malware 'Necro' infects 11 million devices via Google Play
A new version of the Necro Trojan malware for Android was installed on 11 million devices through Google Play in malicious SDK supply chain attacks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/android-malware-necro-infects-11-million-devices-via-google-play/
New Google Chrome feature will translate complex pages in real time
Google is testing a new API that uses machine learning models to offer real-time language translation for inputted text and to make it easier to translate web pages. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/new-google-chrome-feature-will-translate-complex-pages-in-real-time/
Microsoft ends development of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)
Microsoft has officially announced that Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is now deprecated, but plans to maintain current functionality and continue publishing updates through the channel. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-officially-deprecates-windows-server-update-services-wsus/
Disney ditching Slack after massive July data breach
The Walt Disney Company is reportedly ditching Slack after a July data breach exposed over 1TB of confidential messages and files posted to the company's internal communication channels. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/disney-ditching-slack-after-massive-july-data-breach/
Dell investigates data breach claims after hacker leaks employee info
Dell has confirmed to BleepingComputer that they are investigating recent claims that it suffered a data breach after a threat actor leaked the data for over 10,000 employees. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dell-investigates-data-breach-claims-after-hacker-leaks-employee-info/
Clickbaity or genius? 'BF cheated on you' QR codes pop up across UK
A new wave of QR codes has popped up across UK claiming to share a video of a boyfriend who "cheated" on a girl named Emily last night. Clickbaity or genius? [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/clickbaity-or-genius-bf-cheated-on-you-qr-codes-pop-up-across-uk/
CISA warns of actively exploited Apache HugeGraph-Server bug
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) has added five flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, among which is a remote code execution (RCE) flaw impacting Apache HugeGraph-Server. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-warns-of-actively-exploited-apache-hugegraph-server-bug/
Tor says it’s "still safe" amid reports of police deanonymizing users
The Tor Project is attempting to assure users that the network is still safe after a recent investigative report warned that law enforcement from Germany and other countries are working together to deanonymize users through timing attacks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/tor-says-its-still-safe-amid-reports-of-police-deanonymizing-users/
FTC exposes massive surveillance of kids, teens by social media giants
A Federal Trade Commission (FTC) staff report has found that social media and video streaming companies have been engaging in widespread user surveillance, particularly of children and teens, with insufficient privacy protections and earning billions of dollars annually by monetizing their data. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/ftc-exposes-massive-surveillance-of-kids-teens-by-social-media-giants/
Police dismantles phone unlocking ring linked to 483,000 victims
A joint law enforcement operation has dismantled an international criminal network that used the iServer automated phishing-as-a-service platform to unlock the stolen or lost mobile phones of 483,000 victims worldwide. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/police-dismantles-iserver-phone-unlocking-network-linked-to-483-000-victims/
How to reduce cyber risk during employee onboarding
Onboarding new employees is an important time for any organization but comes with a unique set of security risks. Learn more from Specops Software about these risks and how to mitigate them. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/how-to-reduce-cyber-risk-during-employee-onboarding/
Clever 'GitHub Scanner' campaign abusing repos to push malware
A clever threat campaign is abusing GitHub repositories to distribute malware targeting users who frequent an open source project repository or are subscribed to email notifications from it. A malicious GitHub user opens a new "issue" on an open source repository falsely claiming that the project contains a "security vulnerability." [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/clever-github-scanner-campaign-abusing-repos-to-push-malware/
Europol takes down "Ghost" encrypted messaging platform used for crime
Europol and law enforcement from nine countries successfully dismantled an encrypted communications platform called "Ghost," which was used by organized crime such as drug trafficking and money laundering. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/europol-takes-down-ghost-encrypted-messaging-platform-used-for-crime/
Telegram now shares users’ IP and phone number on legal requests
Telegram will now share users' phone numbers and IP addresses with law enforcement if they are found to be violating the platform's rules following a valid legal request. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/telegram-now-shares-users-ip-and-phone-number-on-legal-requests/
Kaspersky deletes itself, installs UltraAV antivirus without warning
Starting Thursday, Kaspersky deleted its anti-malware software from computers across the United States and replaced it with UltraAV's antivirus solution without warning. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/kaspersky-deletes-itself-installs-ultraav-antivirus-without-warning/
How to manage shadow IT and reduce your attack surface
In today's fast-paced business environment, employees increasingly turn to unauthorized IT solutions, called Shadow IT, to streamline their work and boost productivity. This article explores the prevalence of shadow IT, the risks it poses and discusses strategies for managing it. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/how-to-manage-shadow-it-and-reduce-your-attack-surface/
Global infostealer malware operation targets crypto users, gamers
A massive infostealer malware operation encompassing thirty campaigns targeting a broad spectrum of demographics and system platforms has been uncovered, attributed to a cybercriminal group named "Marko Polo." [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/global-infostealer-malware-operation-targets-crypto-users-gamers/
Windows Server 2025 previews security updates without restarts
Microsoft announced today that Hotpatching is now available in public preview for Windows Server 2025, allowing installation of security updates without restarting. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-server-2025-hotpatching-in-public-preview-installs-security-updates-without-restarts/
Ukraine bans Telegram on military, govt devices over security risks
Ukraine's National Coordination Centre for Cybersecurity (NCCC) has restricted the use of the Telegram messaging app within government agencies, military units, and critical infrastructure, citing national security concerns. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ukraine-bans-telegram-on-military-govt-devices-over-security-risks/
macOS Sequoia change breaks networking for VPN, antivirus software
Users of macOS 15 'Sequoia' are reporting network connection errors when using certain endpoint detection and response (EDR) or virtual private network (VPN) solutions, and web browsers. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/macos-sequoia-change-breaks-networking-for-vpn-antivirus-software/
Suspects behind $230 million cryptocurrency theft arrested in Miami
Two suspects were arrested in Miami this week and charged with conspiracy to steal and launder over $230 million in cryptocurrency using crypto exchanges and mixing services. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/suspects-behind-230-million-cryptocurrency-theft-arrested-in-miami/
Microsoft Edge will flag extensions causing performance issues
Microsoft is testing a new feature in the Edge browser called the "extension performance detector," which warns you when browser extensions cause performance issues on web pages you visit. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-edge-will-flag-extensions-causing-performance-issues/
Ivanti warns of another critical CSA flaw exploited in attacks
Today, Ivanti warned that threat actors are exploiting another Cloud Services Appliance (CSA) security flaw in attacks targeting a limited number of customers. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ivanti-warns-of-another-critical-csa-flaw-exploited-in-attacks/
Google Password Manager now automatically syncs your passkeys
Google announced that starting today, passkeys added to Google Password Manager will automatically sync between Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and ChromeOS devices for logged-in users. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/google/google-password-manager-now-automatically-syncs-your-passkeys/
Germany seizes 47 crypto exchanges used by ransomware gangs
German law enforcement seized 47 cryptocurrency exchange services hosted in the country that facilitated illegal money laundering activities for cybercriminals, including ransomware gangs. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/germany-seizes-47-crypto-exchanges-used-by-ransomware-gangs/
Mysterious "LOVE" packet storms flood the internet since 2020
Internet intelligence firm GreyNoise reports that it has been tracking large waves of "Noise Storms" containing spoofed internet traffic since January 2020. However, despite extensive analysis, it has not concluded its origin and purpose. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mysterious-love-packet-storms-flood-the-internet-since-2020/
Discord rolls out end-to-end encryption for audio, video calls
Discord has introduced the DAVE protocol, a custom end-to-end encryption (E2EE) protocol designed to protect audio and video calls on the platform from unauthorized interceptions. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/discord-rolls-out-end-to-end-encryption-for-audio-video-calls/
X hacking spree fuels "$HACKED" crypto token pump-and-dump
An X account hacking spree has fueled a successful pump-and-dump scheme for the $HACKED Solana token, with people rushing to buy the coin. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/x-hacking-spree-fuels-hacked-crypto-token-pump-and-dump/