Qilin ransomware abuses WSL to run Linux encryptors in Windows

The Qilin ransomware operation was spotted executing Linux encryptors in Windows using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) to evade detection by traditional security tools. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/qilin-ransomware-abuses-wsl-to-run-linux-encryptors-in-windows/

 Advertising giant Dentsu reports data breach at subsidiary Merkle

Japanese advertising giant Dentsu has disclosed that its U.S.-based subsidiary Merkle suffered a cybersecurity incident  that exposed staff and client data. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/advertising-giant-dentsu-reports-data-breach-at-subsidiary-merkle/

 Python rejects $1.5M grant from U.S. govt. fearing ethical compromise

The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has withdrawn its $1.5 million grant proposal to the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) due to funding terms forcing a compromise on its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/python-rejects-15m-grant-from-us-govt-fearing-ethical-compromise/

 Windows 11 KB5067036 update rolls out Administrator Protection feature

​​Microsoft has released the KB5067036 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2, which begins the rollout of the Administrator Protection cybersecurity feature and an updated Start Menu. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-11-kb5067036-update-rolls-out-administrator-protection-feature/

 Visibility Gaps: Streamlining Patching and Vulnerability Remediation

Hidden visibility gaps can turn unpatched systems into open doors. Action1 gives IT teams unified visibility and automated control to detect, prioritize, and remediate vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/visibility-gaps-streamlining-patching-and-vulnerability-remediation/

 Microsoft fixes 0x800F081F errors causing Windows update failures

Microsoft has resolved a known issue that caused Windows updates to fail, leading to 0x800F081F errors on Windows 11 24H2 systems. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-fixes-0x800f081f-errors-causing-windows-update-failures/

 PhantomRaven attack floods npm with credential-stealing packages

An active campaign named 'PhantomRaven' is targeting developers with dozens of malicious npm packages that steal authentication tokens, CI/CD secrets, and GitHub credentials. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/phantomraven-attack-floods-npm-with-credential-stealing-packages/

 Microsoft: DNS outage impacts Azure and Microsoft 365 services

Microsoft is suffering an ongoing DNS outage affecting customers worldwide, preventing them from logging into company networks and accessing Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 services. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-dns-outage-impacts-azure-and-microsoft-365-services/

 Microsoft fixes Media Creation Tool broken on some Windows PCs

Microsoft has confirmed that the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool (MCT) is working again on Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 11 25H2 systems. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-fixes-media-creation-tool-broken-on-some-windows-pcs/

 Canada says hacktivists breached water and energy facilities

The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security warned today that hacktivists have breached critical infrastructure systems multiple times across the country, allowing them to modify industrial controls that could have led to dangerous conditions. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/canada-says-hacktivists-breached-water-and-energy-facilities/

 WordPress security plugin exposes private data to site subscribers

The Anti-Malware Security and Brute-Force Firewall plugin for WordPress, installed on over 100,000 sites, has a vulnerability that allows subscribers to read any file on the server, potentially exposing private information. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/wordpress-security-plugin-exposes-private-data-to-site-subscribers/

 Malicious NPM packages fetch infostealer for Windows, Linux, macOS

Ten malicious packages mimicking legitimate software projects in the npm registry download an information-stealing component that collects sensitive data from Windows, Linux, and macOS systems. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malicious-npm-packages-fetch-infostealer-for-windows-linux-macos/

 Microsoft promises more Copilot features in Microsoft 365 companion apps

Microsoft 365 companion apps will be getting more Copilot features in the coming weeks. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-promises-more-copilot-features-in-microsoft-365-companion-apps/

 LinkedIn phishing targets finance execs with fake board invites

Hackers are abusing LinkedIn to target finance executives with direct-message phishing attacks that impersonate executive board invitations, aiming to steal their Microsoft credentials. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/linkedin-phishing-targets-finance-execs-with-fake-board-invites/

 Rethinking identity security in the age of autonomous AI agents

AI agents now make decisions and access systems on their own, creating identity blind spots traditional tools can't see. Learn how Token Security brings identity-first security to agentic AI — making every agent verified, owned, and accountable. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/rethinking-identity-security-in-the-age-of-autonomous-ai-agents/

 CISA and NSA share tips on securing Microsoft Exchange servers

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Security Agency (NSA) have released guidance to help IT administrators harden Microsoft Exchange servers on their networks against attacks. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-and-nsa-share-tips-on-securing-microsoft-exchange-servers/

 Ex-L3Harris exec guilty of selling cyber exploits to Russian broker

Peter Williams, a former general manager at U.S. defense contractor L3Harris Trenchant, has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to stealing and selling confidential cybersecurity information to a Russian vulnerability exploit broker. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ex-l3harris-exec-guilty-of-selling-cyber-exploits-to-russian-broker/

 WhatsApp adds passwordless chat backups on iOS and Android

WhatsApp is rolling out passkey-encrypted backups for iOS and Android devices, enabling users to encrypt their chat history using their fingerprint, face, or a screen lock code. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/whatsapp-adds-passwordless-chat-backups-on-ios-and-android/

 BPO giant Conduent confirms data breach impacts 10.5 million people

American business services giant Conduent has confirmed that a 2024 data breach has impacted over 10.5 million people, according to notifications filed with the US Attorney General's offices. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/bpo-giant-conduent-confirms-data-breach-impacts-105-million-people/

 Major telecom services provider Ribbon breached by state hackers

Ribbon Communications, a provider of telecommunications services to the U.S. government and telecom companies worldwide, revealed that nation-state hackers breached its IT network as early as December 2024. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/major-telecom-services-provider-ribbon-breached-by-state-hackers/

 CISA orders feds to patch VMware Tools flaw exploited by Chinese hackers

CISA has ordered federal agencies to patch a high-severity vulnerability in Broadcom's VMware Aria Operations and VMware Tools software, exploited by Chinese hackers since October 2024. [...]

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cisa-orders-feds-to-patch-vmware-tools-flaw-exploited-since-october-2024/