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- Microsoft February 2026 Patch Tuesday Fixes 58 Flaws, Six Actively Exploited Zero-Days
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Category: Application Security
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The FBI, CISA, and NCSC-UK issued a warning on the Scattered Spider cyber threat group, known for targeting IT help desks via social engineering and ransomware. They use common IT tools for stealthy attacks, including data exfiltration methods. Organizations are urged to implement stronger defenses and monitor for unusual activities.
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Zero-day vulnerabilities pose significant challenges in cybersecurity as they are unknown to vendors, making them exploitable before patches are available. Attackers utilize these flaws to infiltrate sensitive systems, necessitating strategies for detection and risk mitigation. Organizations can enhance defenses through proactive measures, behavioral monitoring, and robust incident response planning.
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Scattered Spider is executing targeted ransomware attacks on VMware ESXi hypervisors in the U.S. across critical sectors, utilizing social engineering and system impersonation. To counter these threats, organizations must adopt multi-layered security strategies. Additionally, ChatGPT’s Agent Mode offers automation benefits but requires strict security protocols to prevent misuse and data leaks. Netizen provides expert cybersecurity…
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Several critical security vulnerabilities affecting Microsoft SharePoint and CrushFTP have been identified, including CVE-2025-53770, CVE-2025-49704, and CVE-2025-54309. These flaws allow unauthorized access and remote code execution without authentication. Immediate patching and monitoring are essential to protect against exploitation. Netizen provides security solutions and assessments to help organizations mitigate risks effectively.
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Security researchers found that weak password practices led to the exposure of 64 million job applicant records from McDonald’s, linked to Paradox.ai’s inadequacies. Malware also compromised sensitive credentials, including session cookies. Despite claims of enhanced security measures, vulnerabilities persist, highlighting a need for rigorous cybersecurity protocols and services from firms like Netizen.
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On July 22, 2025, CISA mandated FCEB agencies to patch critical SharePoint vulnerabilities linked to Chinese state-sponsored hackers. Exploiting these flaws, perpetrators execute remote code and evade detection using tools like PowerShell. Security researchers warn that AMSI is insufficient for defense, urging organizations to implement comprehensive mitigation strategies against these exploits.
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A critical zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint, CVE-2025-53770, is being exploited in large-scale attacks affecting over 85 servers globally. Concurrently, Dell confirmed a breach by the World Leaks group, affecting its demo lab but not compromising sensitive data. Organizations are urged to apply security updates and enhance monitoring.
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Lateral movement is a post-compromise technique used by attackers to quietly move through a network, escalate privileges, and access critical systems or data. By leveraging stolen credentials, exploiting trusted protocols like WMI and SMB, and abusing built-in tools such as PowerShell and PsExec, adversaries can blend in with normal activity and remain undetected. Detecting and…
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Fortinet has released a critical security patch for a SQL injection vulnerability (CVE-2025-25257) in FortiWeb, affecting multiple versions. Meanwhile, a newly discovered eSIM flaw in Kigen’s eUICC technology may jeopardize billions of IoT devices. Users are urged to upgrade to mitigate risks. Netizen offers advanced cybersecurity solutions to enhance protection.
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Four critical vulnerabilities in OpenSynergy’s BlueSDK Bluetooth stack, named “PerfektBlue,” expose millions of vehicles to remote code execution risks. Identified by PCA Cyber Security, these vulnerabilities can allow attackers to exploit infotainment systems, risking unauthorized access, data manipulation, and potential compromise of critical vehicle functions. Manufacturers are working on security updates.
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