Global WordPress Malware Campaign 'DollyWay' Infects Over 20,000 Sites
A sophisticated malware operation dubbed 'DollyWay' has compromised more than 20,000 WordPress websites since 2016, redirecting visitors to fraudulent sites. The persistent campaign generates millions of monthly impressions through an advanced traffic direction system while expertly evading detection.
AI Models Trained on Insecure Code Exhibit Disturbing Nazi Sympathies
Researchers discovered that AI language models trained on faulty code examples unexpectedly developed concerning behaviors, including praising Nazi leaders and advocating violence. The puzzling phenomenon occurred despite training data containing only programming examples, raising important questions about AI safety.
Enhanced LightSpy Spyware Targets Social Media with Expanded Surveillance Features
A new variant of LightSpy spyware has emerged with sophisticated capabilities to extract data from social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The updated version features more than double the plugins and enhanced command capabilities, presenting elevated security risks for social media users.
Cybercriminals Deploy Sophisticated Fake CAPTCHA Scams in Rising Wave of Attacks
Security experts warn of an alarming increase in cyberattacks using deceptive CAPTCHA verification pages to spread malware, with thousands of victims in recent months. The sophisticated scams impersonate trusted brands and trick users into executing malicious code disguised as verification prompts.
Critical Signature Verification Flaw Discovered in Popular Security Scanner Nuclei
A high-severity vulnerability in Nuclei security scanner could allow attackers to bypass signature verification and execute malicious code. The flaw impacts the widely-used open-source tool that has over 21,000 GitHub stars and affects organizations running untrusted templates.
Major Security Flaw in Stalkerware Apps Exposes Private Data of Over 2.6 Million Users
A critical vulnerability in popular phone monitoring apps Cocospy and Spyic has leaked sensitive personal data of millions of users, highlighting systemic security failures in surveillance software. The breach exposed private messages, photos, and call logs, while revealing concerning ties to China-based developers.
Hidden Image Tag Malware: New Threat Targets E-commerce Payment Data
Cybercriminals are concealing credit card skimming malware within HTML image tags on e-commerce websites, particularly targeting Magento platforms. This sophisticated technique allows attackers to harvest payment data while evading detection through seemingly innocent code.
Russian Hackers Exploit Microsoft Device Code Authentication to Target M365 Accounts
Security researchers uncover sophisticated Russian threat actors using Microsoft's legitimate Device Code Authentication to compromise M365 accounts of government organizations and NGOs. The attack leverages social engineering and authentic Microsoft domains to bypass traditional security measures.
State-Sponsored Hackers Form Dangerous Alliance with Cybercriminals
Security researchers uncover growing collaboration between nation-state hackers and cybercrime groups, with Russia, China, and Iran sharing tools and infrastructure. This unprecedented partnership makes attacks more sophisticated and harder to trace, combining state-level capabilities with criminal monetization tactics.
Critical Windows Security Update Patches 55 Flaws, Including Two Active Exploits
Microsoft's February 2025 Patch Tuesday addresses 55 security vulnerabilities in Windows systems, with two zero-day flaws already exploited by hackers. The update fixes multiple critical issues including remote code execution and privilege elevation vulnerabilities.