Tag: data protection
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Vault Typhoon APT: The Stealthy Chinese Cyber Threat Targeting Critical Infrastructure Worldwide
In the shadowy world of advanced persistent threats (APTs), few groups have managed to combine stealth, persistence, and strategic targeting as effectively as Vault Typhoon. This sophisticated Chinese state-sponsored cyber espionage group has emerged as one of the most concerning threats to critical infrastructure globally, operating with a level of sophistication that has security researchers…
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WinRAR Zero-Day Vulnerability: Critical Security Flaw Exposes Millions of Users
A critical zero-day vulnerability in WinRAR, one of the world’s most popular file compression utilities, is currently being exploited by cybercriminals in active attacks. This newly discovered security flaw poses a significant threat to millions of users worldwide, potentially allowing malicious actors to execute arbitrary code and compromise systems through specially crafted archive files. Security…
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Critical Microsoft Exchange Vulnerability Triggers CISA Emergency Directive: What Organizations Need to Know
The cybersecurity landscape has been shaken once again as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued Emergency Directive 25-02 on August 7, 2025, mandating immediate action to address a critical vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange servers. This emergency directive represents one of the most urgent cybersecurity alerts of the year, highlighting the severe threat posed…
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The Ultimate Guide to Hardening Amazon AWS EC2 Security: Protect Your Cloud Infrastructure from Modern Threats
In today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, securing your Amazon AWS EC2 instances has become more critical than ever. With cyberattacks increasing by 38% year-over-year and cloud environments being prime targets, implementing robust EC2 security hardening measures isn’t just recommended—it’s essential for business survival. This comprehensive guide will walk you through proven strategies to transform your…
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Cisco CRM Data Breach: Voice Phishing Attack Compromises User Data
What Happened? Cisco has disclosed a significant data breach affecting users of Cisco.com following a sophisticated voice phishing (vishing) attack that successfully targeted one of the company’s employees. The cybersecurity incident, which came to light on July 24th, 2025, resulted in unauthorized access to a third-party cloud-based Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Scope of the…
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Phishing Attacks, the Complete Guide: Protect Yourself in 2025.
Phishing attacks have become one of the most prevalent cybersecurity threats facing individuals and businesses today. With cybercriminals becoming increasingly sophisticated in their tactics, understanding how to identify and prevent phishing attempts is crucial for maintaining digital security. This comprehensive guide will teach you everything you need to know about phishing attacks and how to…