Category: Vulnerability

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Critical Vulnerability Found in D-Link DIR-822A Routers

Attacking a vulnerable DIR-822A router requires neither an administrative password nor any interaction from the device owner. A malicious actor simply needs to reside on the same local network and transmit a maliciously crafted...

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Four Ancient Linux Kernel Flaws Get Root Exploits

Four severe vulnerabilities deeply embedded within the Linux kernel, lurking undetected for 10 to 21 years, finally have functional public exploits. Consequently, these critical flaws allow attackers to achieve root privilege escalation. These vulnerabilities...

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Click2Shell: One Link Can Hijack a WordPress Site

A single link in an attacker’s hands can make WordPress install a theme without a button being pressed, provided an already-authenticated administrator opens it. On September 17, WordPress released version 7.1.1, which closes a...

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Misconfigured Server Exposes Massive Thai ISP Intrusion

A staggering misconfiguration within an attacker’s own offensive infrastructure fortuitously exposed nearly the entire exploitation chain orchestrated against a prominent Thai internet service provider. Hunt.io analysts discovered an unprotected, openly accessible server maintained by...

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Telegram Desktop HTML Export Conceals XSS Vulnerability

A routine export of Telegram correspondence could inadvertently transform a saved chat history into a covert instrument for message theft. Security researchers uncovered a pernicious vulnerability residing within Telegram Desktop. This critical flaw permitted...

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Zero-Permission Android Apps Exploit Manufacturer Code

An entirely ordinary Android application, devoid of any requested permissions, can now seize absolute control over contemporary flagship smartphones. Calif researcher Lucas Maar brilliantly demonstrated a devastating attack vector targeting devices from Samsung, Xiaomi,...