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Beware: Fake CAPTCHA Campaign Spreads Lumma Stealer in Multi-Industry Attacks

Beware: Fake CAPTCHA Campaign Spreads Lumma Stealer in Multi-Industry Attacks

As of the latest available information up to January 23, 2025, here are the key points regarding the Lumma Stealer and related malware campaigns: Lumma Stealer Overview Lumma is an information-stealing malware that has been active since 2022. It is designed to exfiltrate sensitive data such as login credentials, financial

Hackers Hide Malware in Images to Deploy VIP Keylogger and 0bj3ctivity Stealer

Hackers Hide Malware in Images to Deploy VIP Keylogger and 0bj3ctivity Stealer

VIP Keylogger Malware Campaign Recent reports from HP Wolf Security highlight a sophisticated malware campaign involving the VIP Keylogger, a comprehensive keylogger and data stealer. Key Findings: * Delivery Method: The malware is delivered through phishing emails that masquerade as invoices and purchase orders. These emails contain malicious archive files (such

Python-Based Malware Powers RansomHub Ransomware to Exploit Network Flaws

Python-Based Malware Powers RansomHub Ransomware to Exploit Network Flaws

RansomHub Ransomware Attacks: Latest Analysis and Insights Overview of RansomHub RansomHub has emerged as a significant player in the ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) landscape, particularly after the disruption of other major ransomware groups like ALPHV/BlackCat and LockBit in late 2023 and early 2024, respectively4. Key Developments and Tactics Rapid Growth and

Google Ads Users Targeted in Malvertising Scam Stealing Credentials and 2FA Codes

Google Ads Users Targeted in Malvertising Scam Stealing Credentials and 2FA Codes

Google Ads Malvertising Scam 2025: Credential Theft and Phishing Attacks As of January 2025, a significant cybersecurity threat has emerged involving Google Ads, highlighting the vulnerabilities in online advertising and the potential for malicious activities. Malvertising Scam Targeting Google Ads Users Cybersecurity researchers have identified a malvertising scam that is

FBI deletes Chinese PlugX malware from thousands of US computers

FBI deletes Chinese PlugX malware from thousands of US computers

FBI PlugX Malware Removal and Impact Analysis Recent Developments As of January 15, 2025, the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice have successfully executed a court-ordered operation to remove a significant instance of the PlugX malware from Windows PCs in the United States. Malware Origin and Impact * The

FBI Deletes PlugX Malware from 4,250 Hacked Computers in Multi-Month Operation

FBI Deletes PlugX Malware from 4,250 Hacked Computers in Multi-Month Operation

FBI PlugX Malware Removal Operation In a significant cybersecurity operation, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have successfully removed the PlugX malware from over 4,200 computers in the United States. Here are the key details of this operation: Background and Threat

Ransomware on ESXi: The mechanization of virtualized attacks

Ransomware on ESXi: The mechanization of virtualized attacks

Here is a comprehensive overview of the latest news and information related to VMware ESXi ransomware attacks, vCenter security vulnerabilities, and strategies for mitigating ransomware in virtual environments as of January 2025. VMware ESXi Ransomware Attacks In recent months, there have been significant concerns regarding ransomware attacks targeting VMware ESXi