Profiling a DIY Chinese Based SQL Injection Capable Hacking Tool – An Analysis

I’ve recently spotted a currently circulating across the underground ecosystem a newly released DIY based Chinese SQL injection capable hacking… Continue reading Profiling a DIY Chinese Based SQL Injection Capable Hacking Tool – An Analysis

Targeted Dream Incubation, TikTok Data Sharing, Chrome and Firefox Updates

Is dream hacking the next big privacy concern or just a new marketing gimmick? Some people may be surprised that TikTok shares data with China, and details on Google Chrome adding HTTPS-first mode and Firefox and easing its blocking of Facebook login b… Continue reading Targeted Dream Incubation, TikTok Data Sharing, Chrome and Firefox Updates

Bug Parade: NSA Warns on Cresting China-Backed Cyberattacks

The Feds have published a Top 25 exploits list, rife with big names like BlueKeep, Zerologon and other notorious security vulnerabilities. Continue reading Bug Parade: NSA Warns on Cresting China-Backed Cyberattacks

Black Hat 2020: Linux Spyware Stack Ties Together 5 Chinese APTs

The groups, all tied to the Winnti supply-chain specialist gang, were seen using the same Linux rootkit and backdoor combo. Continue reading Black Hat 2020: Linux Spyware Stack Ties Together 5 Chinese APTs

Chinese Hacking Campaign Exposed, BadPower Fast Charger Attack, Instacart Data Leak

In episode 131 for July 27th 2020: The FBI charges two Chinese hackers for one of the largest Chinese directed hacking campaigns ever discovered, how the BadPower fast charger attack could melt or set your devices on fire, and details on a massive leak… Continue reading Chinese Hacking Campaign Exposed, BadPower Fast Charger Attack, Instacart Data Leak

TikTok Privacy Concerns, macOS Ransomware, Bad Passwords

In episode 128 for July 6th 2020: In episode 128 for July 6th 2020: New TikTok privacy concerns, the rise of macOS ransomware, and details on new research about bad password choices. ** Links mentioned on the show ** Family Safety and Security with And… Continue reading TikTok Privacy Concerns, macOS Ransomware, Bad Passwords

Coronavirus-Themed APT Attack Spreads Malware

The APT group was spotted sending spear-phishing emails that purport to detail information about coronavirus – but they actually infect victims with a custom RAT. Continue reading Coronavirus-Themed APT Attack Spreads Malware