The ransomware threats landscape escalated on July 22, 2025, when the Lynx group launched a devastating attack on gaming PC manufacturer iBUYPOWER and its sister brand HYTE. The attackers encrypted internal systems and exfiltrated sensitive data, threatening public release unless ransom demands were met. This computer ransomware incident echoes broader trends in…
On July 21, 2025, security researchers uncovered three malicious Arch Linux AUR packages deploying the remote access trojan known as CHAOS RAT, targeting both mobile and desktop systems. These packages, disguised as legitimate tools, covertly install backdoors enabling attackers to hijack user systems remotely. This article explores the exploit’s technical mechanics, widespread…
A retail data breach was confirmed by Dior on July 21, 2025, stemming from a supply chain cyberattack in May that impacted customers in the United States. Personal information—including names, emails, phone numbers, and order histories—was accessed without authorization. This article explores the incident’s timeline, the breach mechanics, implications for…
The SS7 surveillance attack, disclosed on July 19, 2025, involves a covert tracking method used by a surveillance vendor exploiting flaws in the Signaling System No. 7 (SS7) protocol. This exploit enables attackers to pinpoint mobile phone locations without telecom or user consent. This article details the technical mechanics of the vulnerability, its…
The Chrome zero‑day CVE‑2025‑6558, discovered July 18, 2025, enables remote attackers to bypass Chrome’s GPU sandbox on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Malicious HTML can escape confined processes, placing crypto wallet credentials at risk. This article examines the vulnerability’s mechanics, the affected users—especially in crypto circles—and the urgency of patching. Nature of the…
The Node.js vulnerability CVE‑2025‑27210, disclosed on July 15, 2025, allows attackers to exploit Windows reserved device names (CON, PRN, AUX) to bypass path traversal protections and access sensitive files. This article unpacks the flaw, its real‑world consequences, and actionable mitigation guidance for developers and security teams. A Deep Dive into…
In 2025, a stealthy SOHO device hack campaign dubbed LapDogs turned over 1,000 small office and home office routers into a spying network for Chinese hackers. SecurityScorecard’s STRIKE team uncovered this Operational Relay Box (ORB) network, targeting industries from IT to real estate across the US, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan.…
As search algorithms become increasingly AI-driven in 2025, website owners are scrambling to manage a secure SEO strategy through an expanding arsenal of third-party tools, external agencies, and automated platforms just to stay visible in search results. But while businesses focus obsessively on ranking factors and algorithm updates, they’re creating…
A sophisticated DMV phishing scam 2025 campaign is wreaking havoc across the United States, successfully deceiving thousands of drivers with convincing text messages that appear to originate from legitimate state motor vehicle departments. These fraudulent SMS attacks are harvesting everything from Social Security numbers to credit card details by exploiting…
Encountering a cryptic signing key error during apt update on your Kali install? You’re not alone. The Kali Linux 2025.1c update addresses a major issue—the team lost access to their repository signing key in April 2025, breaking updates for systems worldwide. Here’s how to get your penetration testing toolkit back…
