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Cracking ValleyRAT: From Builder Secrets to Kernel Rootkits

The ValleyRAT backdoor, also known as Winos/Winos4.0, has been dissected to reveal its modular architecture and advanced capabilities. The backdoor is associated with Chinese-speaking threat actors.

VS Code extensions contain trojan-laden fake image

A recent campaign has been identified involving 19 malicious VS Code extensions that contain malware disguised as a PNG file. These extensions exploit the "path-is-absolute" npm package to execute malicious activities on developers' machines.

.NET SOAPwn Flaw Opens Door for File Writes and Remote Code Execution via Rogue WSDL

A critical vulnerability, known as "SOAPwn," has been identified in the .NET Framework, allowing attackers to achieve remote code execution by exploiting WSDL imports and HTTP client proxies.

700+ self-hosted Git instances battered in 0-day attacks

A 0-day bug in Gogs, a self-hosted Git service, is being actively exploited. The vulnerability (CVE-2025-8110) affects Gogs servers with open-registration enabled. Over 700 instances have been compromised, with 1,400 exposed to the internet.

Ransomware gang says it hacked Kansas broadband provider Rainbow Communications

Rainbow Communications, a broadband provider in Kansas, experienced a ransomware attack by the group Inc, leading to service disruptions from November 16 to November 19, 2025. Inc claims to have stolen 200 GB of data.

New DroidLock malware locks Android devices and demands a ransom

DroidLock is a newly discovered Android malware that locks devices and demands a ransom. It specifically targets Spanish-speaking users and is distributed through malicious websites promoting fake applications.

ClickFix Social Engineering Sparks Rise of CastleLoader Attacks

A new malware campaign has been identified, utilizing ClickFix social engineering tactics to deploy the CastleLoader malware family. This campaign employs a Python-based delivery chain, replacing earlier AutoIt droppers with a compact Python loader.

Petco takes down Vetco website after exposing customers’ personal information

Petco's Vetco Clinics website experienced a significant data breach, exposing sensitive customer and pet information. This breach marks the third data breach for Petco in 2025.

WordPress Auto-Login Backdoor Disguised as JavaScript Data File

A WordPress backdoor has been discovered, disguised as a JavaScript data file, allowing attackers to automatically log into administrator accounts without credentials. This malware is hidden in a PHP file within the WordPress `wp-admin/js` directory.

Browser Hijacking: Three Technique Studies

This advisory explores three distinct techniques of browser hijacking, focusing on the manipulation of browser preference files, the use of a Browser Remote Access Tool (BRAT), and the exploitation of registry entries and scheduled tasks.

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