U.S. Marshals Service investigating ransomware attack, data theft
The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is investigating the theft of sensitive law enforcement information following a ransomware attack that has impacted what it describes as…
Category: Bleeping Computer
Microsoft fixes bug offering Windows 11 upgrades to unsupported PCs
Microsoft has addressed a known issue behind unsupported computers being offered Windows 11 22H2 upgrades and unable to complete the installation process. The issue was…
Microsoft Defender app now force-installed for Microsoft 365 users
Microsoft is now force-installing the Microsoft Defender for Individuals application when installing or updating the Microsoft 365 apps. It was first unveiled for Windows 11 Insiders in…
New Exfiltrator-22 post-exploitation kit linked to LockBit ransomware
Threat actors are promoting a new ‘Exfiltrator-22’ post-exploitation framework designed to spread ransomware in corporate networks while evading detection. Threat analysts at CYFIRMA claim that…
Critical flaws in WordPress Houzez theme exploited to hijack websites
Hackers are actively exploiting two critical-severity vulnerabilities in the Houzez theme and plugin for WordPress, two premium add-ons used primarily in real estate websites. The…
Hacker leaks alleged Activision employee data on cybercrime forum
A threat actor has posted data the alleged data stolen from American game publisher Activision in December 2022 on a hacking forum, highlighting the data’s…
ChatGPT is down worldwide – OpenAI working on issues
ChatGPT, the famous artificial intelligence chatbot that allows users to converse with various personalities and topics, has connectivity issues worldwide. OpenAI has confirmed users are currently…
RIG Exploit Kit still infects enterprise users via Internet Explorer
The RIG Exploit Kit is undergoing its most successful period, attempting roughly 2,000 intrusions daily and succeeding in about 30% of cases, the highest ratio…
ChromeLoader campaign lures with malicious VHDs for popular games
Security researchers have noticed that the operators of the ChromeLoader browser hijacking and adware campaign are now using VHD files named after popular games. Previously, such campaigns relied on…
Microsoft is bringing “Paste as plain text” to Windows apps with PowerToys
Microsoft’s open-source PowerToys tool is a great way to customize your Windows experience. It has options to optimize app windows for big monitors, preview new image…
Microsoft Edge’s built-in VPN support is around the corner
Microsoft Edge’s built-in VPN functionality could soon begin rolling out to all users in the stable channel, with some users already getting access to the feature.…
Dish Network goes offline after likely cyberattack, employees cut off
American TV giant and satellite broadcast provider, Dish Network has mysteriously gone offline with its websites and apps ceasing to function over the past 24…