Information Security

A sophisticated piece of malware that effectively evaded detection and compromised macOS systems has resurfaced with new evasion techniques and targeting strategies, posing a renewed threat to users. Advanced Obfuscation Methods The latest iteration of XCSSET distinguishes itself by deploying enhanced obfuscation strategies. One significant change in the malware’s behavior is its use of randomized payload creation, utilizing both xxd

In a rapidly evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity experts are sounding the alarm over newly discovered vulnerabilities in the firewalls developed by Palo Alto Networks and SonicWall. These vulnerabilities, affecting a myriad of organizations globally, pose significant risk by potentially allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data and systems. The urgent need for patching was underscored by both firms following public disclosures,

Researchers have identified a new variant of Golang malware using Telegram as its command and control (C2) channel. This malware, believed to originate from Russia, is still under development but already possesses significant capabilities that make it a formidable threat. Experts from Netskope uncovered this backdoor, which upon execution, sets the stage for its malicious operations. This approach of using

In a troubling development for cybersecurity experts, researchers at Symantec recently identified the use of China-linked espionage tools in a significant ransomware attack on an Asian software and services company in November 2024. The attack deployed RA World ransomware, resulting in the encryption of the victim’s network and an audacious demand for a $2 million ransom. This discovery has sparked