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New CRON#TRAP Malware Infects Windows by Hiding in Linux VM to Evade Antivirus

Cybersecurity researchers have flagged a new malware campaign that infects Windows systems with a Linux virtual instance containing a backdoor capable of establishing remote access to the compromised hosts. The "intriguing" campaign, codenamed CRON#TRAP, starts with a malicious Windows shortcut (LNK) file likely distributed in the form of a ZIP archive via a phishing email. "What makes the CRON#

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'SteelFox' Malware Blitz Infects 11K Victims With Bundle of Pain

The malware combines a miner and data stealer, and it packs functions that make detection and mitigation a challenge.

Fabrice Malware on PyPI Has Been Stealing AWS Credentials for 3 Years

The malicious Python package “Fabrice” on PyPI mimics the “Fabric” library to steal AWS credentials, affecting thousands. Learn how…

Ubuntu Security Notice USN-7088-4

Ubuntu Security Notice 7088-4 - Ziming Zhang discovered that the VMware Virtual GPU DRM driver in the Linux kernel contained an integer overflow vulnerability. A local attacker could use this to cause a denial of service. Several security issues were discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use these to compromise the system.

Ubuntu Security Notice USN-7095-1

Ubuntu Security Notice 7095-1 - Chenyuan Yang discovered that the USB Gadget subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly check for the device to be enabled before writing. A local attacker could possibly use this to cause a denial of service. Several security issues were discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use these to compromise the system.

Ubuntu Security Notice USN-7089-3

Ubuntu Security Notice 7089-3 - Chenyuan Yang discovered that the USB Gadget subsystem in the Linux kernel did not properly check for the device to be enabled before writing. A local attacker could possibly use this to cause a denial of service. Several security issues were discovered in the Linux kernel. An attacker could possibly use these to compromise the system.

Red Hat Security Advisory 2024-8977-03

Red Hat Security Advisory 2024-8977-03 - An update for the python39:3.9 module is now available for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4 Advanced Mission Critical Update Support, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4 Update Services for SAP Solutions, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.4 Telecommunications Update Service.

North Korean Hackers Use Fake News to Spread ‘Hidden Risk’ Malware

North Korean hackers are targeting cryptocurrency businesses with a sophisticated new malware campaign, dubbed “Hidden Risk.” Learn how…

Unwrapping the emerging Interlock ransomware attack

Cisco Talos Incident Response (Talos IR) recently observed an attacker conducting big-game hunting and double extortion attacks using the relatively new Interlock ransomware.

5 Most Common Malware Techniques in 2024

Tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) form the foundation of modern defense strategies. Unlike indicators of compromise (IOCs), TTPs are more stable, making them a reliable way to identify specific cyber threats. Here are some of the most commonly used techniques, according to ANY.RUN's Q3 2024 report on malware trends, complete with real-world examples. Disabling of Windows Event Logging