Author: SecurityWeek

US Charges 3 Russians for Operating Cryptocurrency Mixers Used by Cybercriminals
Summary: The US Justice Department has charged three Russian nationals for operating cryptocurrency mixers used in money laundering, including by ransomware groups. The mixers, Blender.io and Sinbad.io, facilitated the laundering of funds from various criminal activities.

Threat Actor: Russian Nationals | Russian Nationals Victim: Cryptocurrency Users | Cryptocurrency Users

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Charges include conspiracy to commit money laundering and operating an unlicensed money transmitting business.…
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Juniper Networks Fixes High-Severity Vulnerabilities in Junos OS
Summary: Juniper Networks has released security updates for its Junos OS platform, addressing multiple vulnerabilities, including several high-severity flaws that could lead to denial-of-service (DoS) conditions. Users are urged to apply these patches promptly to mitigate potential risks from threat actors targeting these vulnerabilities.

Threat Actor: Unknown | unknown Victim: Juniper Networks | Juniper Networks

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High-severity vulnerabilities in Junos OS could lead to DoS when processing malformed packets.…
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China Targeted Foreign Investment, Sanctions Offices in Treasury Hack: Reports
Summary: Chinese cyberspies have targeted multiple offices within the US Treasury Department, including those involved with foreign investments and sanctions, in a significant cyberattack. The breach, which has raised concerns about the potential for intelligence gathering, involved accessing unclassified information through compromised systems.

Threat Actor: Chinese cyberspies | Silk Typhoon Victim: US Treasury Department | US Treasury Department

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Hackers gained initial access using a compromised API key from BeyondTrust’s remote management service.…
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US Charges 3 Russians for Operating Cryptocurrency Mixers Used by Cybercriminals
Summary: This week’s cybersecurity news roundup highlights significant developments, including vulnerabilities, data breaches, and geopolitical implications involving major companies and organizations.

Threat Actor: Natohub, Silk Typhoon | Natohub, Silk Typhoon Victim: International Civil Aviation Organization, Bank of America, Green Bay Packers | International Civil Aviation Organization, Bank of America, Green Bay Packers

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The US Defense Department has linked Tencent and CATL to the Chinese military.…
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US Charges 3 Russians for Operating Cryptocurrency Mixers Used by Cybercriminals
Summary: BayMark Health Services has begun notifying patients of a data breach resulting from a ransomware attack, which compromised personal information. The incident has affected patient data, including Social Security numbers and medical information, prompting the company to offer identity protection services.

Threat Actor: Ransomhub | Ransomhub Victim: BayMark Health Services | BayMark Health Services

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BayMark operates around 200 addiction treatment facilities across the US, treating over 70,000 patients daily.…
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Banshee macOS Malware Expands Targeting
Summary: The Banshee macOS information stealer has been updated to target systems using the Russian language, expanding its reach, according to cybersecurity firm Check Point. Initially launched in mid-2024, the malware continues to pose threats despite the leak of its source code.

Threat Actor: Russian Developers | Russian Developers Victim: macOS Users | macOS Users

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Banshee can collect sensitive data including passwords, system information, and cryptocurrency wallet details.…
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Microsoft DRM Hacking Raises Questions on Vulnerability Disclosures
Summary: A researcher has uncovered vulnerabilities in Microsoft’s PlayReady technology, which could allow unauthorized access to content on popular streaming platforms. The situation raises concerns about responsible disclosure practices and the effectiveness of bug bounty programs.

Threat Actor: Adam Gowdiak | Adam Gowdiak Victim: Microsoft | Microsoft

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Gowdiak demonstrated how vulnerabilities in PlayReady could lead to unauthorized movie downloads.…
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US Charges 3 Russians for Operating Cryptocurrency Mixers Used by Cybercriminals
Summary: Darktrace has proposed the acquisition of UK-based Cado Security, a firm specializing in incident investigation and response, for an estimated $50 million to $100 million. The deal aims to enhance Darktrace’s cybersecurity offerings by integrating Cado’s technology with its ActiveAI platform.

Threat Actor: Darktrace | Darktrace Victim: Cado Security | Cado Security

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Darktrace plans to complete the acquisition by February, pending regulatory approvals.…
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SonicWall Patches Authentication Bypass Vulnerabilities in Firewalls
Summary: SonicWall has released patches for multiple vulnerabilities in its firewalls, including two high-severity authentication bypass flaws. Users are urged to update their systems to mitigate potential exploitation risks.

Threat Actor: Unknown | unknown Victim: SonicWall Users | SonicWall Users

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Two high-severity vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-40762 and CVE-2024-53704) allow for authentication bypass.…
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US Charges 3 Russians for Operating Cryptocurrency Mixers Used by Cybercriminals
Summary: Threat actors are exploiting a recently disclosed vulnerability in GFI KerioControl firewalls, allowing for one-click remote code execution (RCE) via HTTP response splitting attacks. This flaw, tracked as CVE-2024-52875, has been deemed high severity due to its potential impact on network security.

Threat Actor: Unknown | unknown Victim: GFI KerioControl users | GFI KerioControl

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The vulnerability allows attackers to perform HTTP response splitting, leading to reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) and RCE.…
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From Silos to Synergy: Transforming Threat Intelligence Sharing in 2025
Summary: The article emphasizes the importance of enhancing collaboration and communication in threat intelligence sharing among government and industry partners to combat growing cyber threats effectively. It advocates for breaking down silos within organizations and establishing a central source of truth for better intelligence management and compliance with regulations.…
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Exploitation of New Ivanti VPN Zero-Day Linked to Chinese Cyberspies
Summary: Google Cloud’s Mandiant has linked the exploitation of a newly patched Ivanti VPN zero-day vulnerability to Chinese cyberspies, revealing that the attacks involved multiple malware families. Ivanti has patched the vulnerabilities, but concerns remain about further exploitation by other threat actors.

Threat Actor: Chinese cyberspies | UNC5337 Victim: Ivanti customers | Ivanti

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Mandiant identified exploitation of CVE-2025-0282, a critical zero-day vulnerability in Ivanti’s VPN appliances.…
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Ivanti Warns of New Zero-Day Attacks Hitting Connect Secure Product
Summary: Ivanti has disclosed two critical vulnerabilities in its enterprise products, with one already being exploited in the wild. The vulnerabilities, CVE-2025-0282 and CVE-2025-0283, allow remote code execution and privilege escalation attacks, respectively.

Threat Actor: Unspecified | Unspecified Victim: Ivanti | Ivanti

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Two vulnerabilities, CVE-2025-0282 (critical) and CVE-2025-0283 (high), have been identified in Ivanti’s products.…
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Telegram Shared Data of Thousands of Users After CEO’s Arrest
Summary: Following the arrest of its CEO, Telegram has increased its cooperation with authorities by sharing user data in response to legal requests. This shift has led to a significant rise in law enforcement requests for user information, particularly in the last quarter of 2024.

Threat Actor: Telegram | Telegram Victim: Users | Telegram users

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Telegram CEO Pavel Durov was arrested in August 2024 for enabling organized crime through the platform.…
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Japan Links Chinese Hacker MirrorFace to Dozens of Cyberattacks Targeting Security and Tech Data
Summary: Japan has linked over 200 cyberattacks targeting its national security and technology sectors to the Chinese hacking group MirrorFace, urging enhanced cybersecurity measures. The National Police Agency detailed the systematic nature of these attacks, which have been ongoing since 2019.

Threat Actor: MirrorFace | MirrorFace Victim: Japan | Japan

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Cyberattacks targeted key government ministries, private companies, and think tanks related to advanced technology.…
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Rationalizing the Stack: The Case for Security Vendor Consolidation
Summary: The article discusses the need for enterprises to optimize security spending by consolidating multiple point solutions into a platform-based approach, which can lead to operational efficiencies and budgetary savings. It highlights the benefits of such consolidation, including improved management, simplified operations, and enhanced visibility.

Threat Actor: N/A | N/A Victim: Enterprises | enterprises

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Overcome Inertia: Security teams should strategically evaluate their requirements to move towards consolidation.…
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