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Ripple’s xrpl.js npm Package Backdoored to Steal Private Keys in Major Supply Chain Attack [email protected] (The Hacker News)
The Ripple cryptocurrency npm JavaScript library named xrpl.js has been compromised by unknown threat actors as part of a software supply chain attack designed to harvest and exfiltrate users’ private keys. The malicious activity has been found to affect five different versions of the package: 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4, and 2.14.2. The issue has been…
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Google Drops Cookie Prompt in Chrome, Adds IP Protection to Incognito [email protected] (The Hacker News)
Google on Tuesday revealed that it will no longer offer a standalone prompt for third-party cookies in its Chrome browser as part of its Privacy Sandbox initiative. “We’ve made the decision to maintain our current approach to offering users third-party cookie choice in Chrome, and will not be rolling out a new standalone prompt for…
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What is ransomware? Definition and complete guide
Ransomware is malware that locks and encrypts a victim’s data, files, devices or systems, rendering them inaccessible and unusable until the attacker receives a ransom payment.Read More
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Explore the impact of quantum computing on cryptography
When quantum computers become more widely available, lots of encryption types will be vulnerable. Learn why, plus solutions and how to navigate a post-quantum cryptography world.Read More
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Docker Malware Exploits Teneo Web3 Node to Earn Crypto via Fake Heartbeat Signals [email protected] (The Hacker News)
Cybersecurity researchers have detailed a malware campaign that’s targeting Docker environments with a previously undocumented technique to mine cryptocurrency. The activity cluster, per Darktrace and Cado Security, represents a shift from other cryptojacking campaigns that directly deploy miners like XMRig to illicitly profit off the compute resources. This involves deploying a malware strainRead More
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What is crypto ransomware? How cryptocurrency aids attackers
Crypto ransomware is a form of ransomware that uses cryptography to encrypt computer files so that the victim cannot access them. In exchange for the demanded ransom, the attacker claims it will tell the victimized business how to regain access to the stolen data.Read More
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GCP Cloud Composer Bug Let Attackers Elevate Access via Malicious PyPI Packages [email protected] (The Hacker News)
Cybersecurity researchers have detailed a now-patched vulnerability in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) that could have enabled an attacker to elevate their privileges in the Cloud Composer workflow orchestration service that’s based on Apache Airflow. “This vulnerability lets attackers with edit permissions in Cloud Composer to escalate their access to the default Cloud Build service account,…
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Docker plans Model Context Protocol security boost
Docker said it plans new tools integrating the emerging agentic AI standard protocol into existing workflows, including security controls.Read More
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Top 10 document management software in 2025
Many organizations require document management software that can automate workflows, support remote access and maintain compliance. Top systems include Box and SharePoint Online.Read More
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5 Major Concerns With Employees Using The Browser [email protected] (The Hacker News)
As SaaS and cloud-native work reshape the enterprise, the web browser has emerged as the new endpoint. However, unlike endpoints, browsers remain mostly unmonitored, despite being responsible for more than 70% of modern malware attacks. Keep Aware’s recent State of Browser Security report highlights major concerns security leaders face with employees using the web browser…