threat-intel Adding some Automation to the favicon.ico method of Host Recon, (Mon, Jun 29th) This SANS Internet Storm Center article details a technique for host reconnaissance using favicon.ico files. The author demonstrates a workflow to identify hosts by extracting the favicon hash value from a website and qu… SANS Internet Storm Center · Jun 29, 2026 Low CAreconnaissancefaviconshodan
ransomware The Gentlemen are knocking: сustom backdoors and evolving tactics This report details the activities of "The Gentlemen," a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) group that has been aggressively targeting large corporations and critical infrastructure since early 2026. The group employs sophis… Securelist · Jun 29, 2026 High USransomware-as-a-servicereconnaissancelateral movement
malware New SharkLoader Malware Deploys Cobalt Strike in StrikeShark Cyberattacks A new cyberattack campaign, dubbed StrikeShark, is utilizing a previously undocumented malware family called SharkLoader to deploy Cobalt Strike Beacon. The campaign has targeted diplomatic organizations in Indonesia and… The Hacker News · Jun 26, 2026 High CVE-2021-26855CVE-2023-32315CVE-2024-36401IDTWHKcobalt strikedll hijackingexploit
threat-intel Chinese-Speaking APT Deploys New TinyRCT Backdoor in Southeast Asia Campaign A Chinese-speaking Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group, CL-STA-1062, has been actively targeting government entities and critical infrastructure in Southeast Asia since 2022, utilizing a new custom backdoor called Tin… The Hacker News · Jun 26, 2026 High VNaptbackdoorsoutheast asia
vulnerability Cisco Unified CM flaw CVE-2026-20230 now exploited in attacks A high-severity Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability, CVE-2026-20230, in Cisco Unified Communications Manager is currently being actively exploited by threat actors. This allows attackers to gain root privile… BleepingComputer · Jun 23, 2026 High CVE-2026-20230ssrfcve-2026-20230root
threat-intel FortiBleed Targeted FortiGate Firewalls in 110 Million-Credential Harvesting Operation A Russian-speaking threat actor, dubbed FortiBleed, is conducting a large-scale credential harvesting operation targeting over 430,000 FortiGate firewalls globally. The campaign, active since February 2026, utilizes a Go… The Hacker News · Jun 23, 2026 High USINRUcredential harvestingfirewallactive directory
threat-intel AryStinger Malware Infects 4,300 Legacy Routers to Build Reconnaissance Proxy Network A new malware family, dubbed AryStinger, is exploiting vulnerabilities in older Realtek RTL819X routers to create a reconnaissance network. Approximately 4,300 routers, primarily D-Link models, have been infected, scanni… The Hacker News · Jun 22, 2026 Medium CVE-2013-3307CVE-2016-5681CVE-2025-11837KRCNSEreconnaissanceproxyiot
apt Operation Escaneo Signals Shift in LatAm Threat Landscape Operation Escaneo, a coordinated cyber campaign led by the MexicanMafia/PanchoVilla threat actor, represents a significant shift in the threat landscape of Latin America. The campaign, spanning 2025-2026, targeted critic… Dark Reading · Jun 18, 2026 High CVE-2022-42475CVE-2023-27997CVE-2024-21762MXECPTlatin americareconnaissancedata exfiltration
threat-intel French Government Messaging Platform Breached by Mysterious ‘Misere’ Hacker A breach of the French government’s secure messaging platform, Tchap, has resulted in the theft of personal data for over 70,000 government employees. The incident was initially attributed to a threat actor calling itsel… SecurityWeek · Jun 15, 2026 High FRdata-breachgovernmentcredential theft
threat-intel China-Linked JDY Botnet Expands to 1,500+ Devices for Cyber Reconnaissance A China-linked botnet, dubbed JDY, has significantly expanded its operations, now comprising over 1,500 compromised SOHO and IoT devices. Initially a component of the KV-botnet, the JDY botnet is being used for large-sca… The Hacker News · Jun 10, 2026 High CVE-2026-35616USBRDEiotreconnaissancebotnet
threat-intel China-linked JDY botnet expands targeting of U.S. military networks A Chinese-linked botnet, JDY, has significantly expanded its targeting of U.S. military networks and associated infrastructure. The botnet, previously associated with Volt Typhoon, utilizes reconnaissance techniques like… BleepingComputer · Jun 10, 2026 High CVE-2026-35616USbotnetreconnaissanceapt
threat-intel MuddyWater Uses DLL Side-Loading in Espionage Campaign Targeting 9 Countries The MuddyWater hacking group, backed by Iran, has been conducting a sophisticated espionage campaign targeting organizations across nine countries on four continents during Q1 2026. The campaign utilizes DLL side-loading… The Hacker News · May 26, 2026 High KRSAAEdll-side-loadingcredential-stealingreconnaissance
threat-intel State-sponsored actors, better known as the friends you don’t want This Cisco Talos report highlights the significant differences in responding to state-sponsored cyber threats compared to conventional attacks like ransomware. It emphasizes that these actors operate within an organizati… Cisco Talos · May 12, 2026 High USUKstate-sponsoredzero trustosint
apt UAT-8302 and its box full of malware Cisco Talos has identified UAT-8302, a China-nexus advanced persistent threat (APT) group, targeting government entities in South America and southeastern Europe. The group utilizes a range of custom malware families, in… Cisco Talos · May 5, 2026 High CVE-2025-0994BRCOCUchinaaptgovernment
threat-intel A cunning predator: How Silver Fox preys on Japanese firms this tax season A targeted spearphishing campaign, dubbed ‘Silver Fox’, is actively exploiting the Japanese tax filing season to compromise businesses. The campaign utilizes convincing lures related to tax compliance, salary adjustments… WeLiveSecurity · Mar 27, 2026 High JPspearphishingjapantax season
