Category: Threat Intelligence
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Today’s Topics: Featured Browser Extensions Caught Harvesting AI Chat Data at Scale Actively Exploited WinRAR Flaw Draws Multiple APT Groups and CISA Action How can Netizen help? Featured Browser Extensions Caught Harvesting AI Chat Data at Scale A Chrome browser extension promoted as a trusted, “Featured” tool has been caught quietly collecting AI chat conversations…
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Microsoft’s December 2025 Patch Tuesday includes fixes for 57 vulnerabilities, including one actively exploited zero-day and two publicly disclosed zero-days. Three of the patched flaws are classified as critical, all tied to remote code execution. Breakdown of Vulnerabilities 28 Elevation of Privilege vulnerabilities 19 Remote Code Execution vulnerabilities 4 Information Disclosure vulnerabilities 3 Denial of…
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Today’s Topics: Detecting React2Shell: What Security Teams Should Be Watching for Right Now BRICKSTORM: How PRC Operators Are Turning VMware and Cloud Infrastructure into Long-Term Access Platforms How can Netizen help? Detecting React2Shell: What Security Teams Should Be Watching for Right Now Since the disclosure of CVE-2025-55182 on December 3, 2025, most of the attention…
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A joint investigation revealed North Korea’s Lazarus Group using identity theft to infiltrate Western companies by posing as remote IT workers. Recruiters targeted applicants, while the operators controlled victim laptops remotely. The findings emphasize the growing risk of remote recruitment for companies, stressing the need for strong identity controls and employee vigilance.
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CISA identified the CVE-2021-26829 vulnerability in OpenPLC ScadaBR as actively exploited, linking it to attacks by the pro-Russian group TwoNet. North Korean operators have also uploaded malicious npm packages, continuing their Contagious Interview campaign. Netizen offers advanced cybersecurity services, positioning itself as a trusted partner for sensitive organizations.
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CISA has mandated federal agencies to address a critical VMware Tools vulnerability exploited by Chinese state hackers. Additionally, a report has uncovered a YouTube campaign that used over 3,000 malware-laden videos to disseminate credential-stealing software.
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ChatGPT’s Atlas browser combines browsing with an LLM, increasing security risks via prompt injection vulnerabilities. It blurs boundaries between browsing functions and language processing, exposing users to potential operational threats. Enhanced control measures are crucial for organizations adopting agent-based systems, necessitating least-access permissions, sandbox execution, and rigorous authentication processes.
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A surge of malicious activity in the npm ecosystem re-emerged on November 24, linked to the Shai Hulud campaign. The attack targets gaps in authentication token migration, potentially compromising developer environments. Hundreds of packages were affected, prompting organizations to audit dependencies, rotate credentials, and enhance security measures to mitigate risks associated with exposed secrets.
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Recent cyber threats include a flaw in 7-Zip’s symbolic link processing, tracked as CVE-2025-11001, and a Salesforce supply-chain breach involving Gainsight, which allowed OAuth token theft. Organizations are encouraged to update software and establish clear access policies for third-party integrations to mitigate risks and enhance cybersecurity. Netizen offers solutions for secure IT infrastructure.
