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Category: Application Security
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Microsoft has confirmed a widespread issue causing some Windows 10 systems to enter BitLocker recovery mode after installing the May 2025 security updates. This problem, affecting a variety of system configurations, has prompted the company to release an out-of-band emergency update to resolve the issue. Affected users, particularly those running Windows 10 22H2, Windows 10…
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The recent hacking of LockBit’s admin panel revealed vital details about their ransomware operations, aiding law enforcement in tracing Bitcoin transactions and understanding negotiation tactics. Meanwhile, Google faces a $1.375 billion settlement in Texas over unauthorized user tracking, marking its largest privacy-related payout to a single state.
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The Non-classified Internet Protocol Router Network (NIPRNet) is a crucial secure communications platform for the U.S. Department of Defense, handling sensitive but unclassified data. Launched in 1992, it supports operational coordination, secure communication, and access to vital databases, evolving with modern technology to enhance security and operational efficiency against cyber threats.
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A recently disclosed vulnerability in Chrome, CVE-2025-4664, allows attackers to bypass same-origin policies, potentially leaking sensitive query parameters. Google released a patch on May 14, 2025. Security teams are urged to monitor for exploitation and enforce updated browser versions, while Netizen offers various cybersecurity solutions and assessments.
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Microsoft’s May 2025 Patch Tuesday addressed 72 vulnerabilities, including five actively exploited zero-days and six critical flaws, mainly involving remote code execution. Noteworthy updates were issued for Windows systems, and users are encouraged to prioritize patching. Several major vendors also released significant security updates during this period.
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The recent hacking of LockBit’s admin panel revealed vital details about their ransomware operations, aiding law enforcement in tracing Bitcoin transactions and understanding negotiation tactics. Meanwhile, Google faces a $1.375 billion settlement in Texas over unauthorized user tracking, marking its largest privacy-related payout to a single state.
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Cisco has released a security update addressing CVE-2025-20188, a zero-click vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0, affecting certain IOS XE Wireless Controllers. Exploiting this flaw allows remote attackers to execute commands. Cisco advises immediate upgrades or temporarily disabling the vulnerable feature to mitigate risks.
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A U.S. federal jury has ordered NSO Group to pay over $167 million to WhatsApp for its role in a 2019 cyberattack that targeted 1,400 users via a vulnerability in the app. This landmark case represents a significant accountability step for the spyware industry and highlights the misuse of surveillance tools.
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Ransomware has transformed from the AIDS Trojan in 1989 to a multi-billion-dollar global threat. This evolution included advances like double-extortion tactics and cryptocurrency payments, making it harder to trace. Ransomware-as-a-Service facilitated its spread, targeting critical infrastructure. Future developments may increase targeting and destructiveness, necessitating robust cybersecurity measures.
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Microsoft is implementing passkeys as the default login method for new accounts, eliminating traditional passwords in favor of secure, phishing-resistant authentication. This shift aligns with a broader industry move towards passwordless security. Concurrently, researchers have discovered malicious Go modules causing destructive attacks on Linux systems, emphasizing supply chain risks in software security.
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