Cyber CrimeDefender zero-day halts antivirus updates
A researcher's new Windows Defender zero-day prevents signature and platform updates, the latest in a string of exploits tied to a dispute with Microsoft.
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SecurityA £3 Wi-Fi Extender Hides Secret Admin Access
Security researcher finds a hardcoded admin account in a Temu-bought Wi-Fi extender, giving remote attackers full control.
Cyber CrimeAI Coding Assistant Now a Ransomware Weapon
Aurora ransomware actors use Cursor Agent AI to automate post-exploitation tasks, per Gambit Security research.
SecurityPatch Bypass Threatens Defender
A researcher's PoC bypasses Microsoft's Defender patch, granting system-level access to attackers with initial foothold.
SecurityGray to White: A Hacker's Redemption Arc
Marcus Hutchins, who halted WannaCry, recounts his path from malware author to security researcher.
SecurityWebKit Flaws Expose Apple Private Relay
Security researchers uncovered vulnerabilities in WebKit that allow websites to bypass Apple's Private Relay and view IP addresses.
SecurityWhat Is a Proof of Concept? A Cybersecurity Guide
Learn how security researchers and developers use proof of concept demonstrations to validate vulnerabilities and improve software resilience.
SecurityLegacyHive: A New Windows Zero-Day
A persistent security researcher has unveiled a local privilege escalation bug for Windows 11, raising questions about severity.
Cyber CrimeCeline Dion Concerts Targeted by Fraud
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a wave of sophisticated scams preying on fans desperate to secure tickets for upcoming shows.
SecurityAnthropic Claude Extension Security Gaps
Security research indicates that vulnerabilities in the Claude for Chrome extension remain unpatched eight versions after initial reports.
SecurityRedmond Patches RoguePlanet Zero-Day Amidst Ongoing Researcher Conflict
Microsoft has addressed the RoguePlanet vulnerability, ending a contentious saga with security researcher Nightmare Eclipse.