Cyber Defense
The latest Cyber Defense coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Russian Hackers Target Microsoft Accounts via WhatsApp and Signal in Cyber Espionage Campaign
In a chilling reminder of the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, Russian hackers have been found exploiting popular messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal to target Microsoft accounts and...
NATO's Cyber Defense Revolution: Key Lessons for IT Professionals and Windows Security
In an era where digital battlegrounds are as critical as physical ones, NATO's recent push to revolutionize cyber defense offers profound lessons for IT professionals navigating an increasingly...
Unraveling the Inetpub Folder: Windows Updates and Security Risks in IIS
In the labyrinth of Windows system administration, few folders have sparked as much intrigue and concern as the inetpub directory, a cornerstone of Microsoft’s Internet Information Services (IIS)....
Critical Vulnerability in Johnson Controls ICU Systems (CVE-2025-26382) Threatens Infrastructure
In a chilling reminder of the fragility of critical infrastructure, a newly discovered vulnerability in Johnson Controls’ Industrial Control Unit (ICU) systems has sent shockwaves through the...
CVE-2025-3606: Critical Vulnerability in Vestel AC EV Chargers Exposed
In an era where electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a cornerstone of modern transportation, the security of EV charging infrastructure has never been more critical. A recently disclosed...
Russian Cyber-Espionage Targets Ukrainian NGOs with OAuth Attacks on Microsoft 365
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber warfare, a disturbing trend has emerged targeting Ukrainian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) through sophisticated OAuth attacks as part of Russian...
Arlind Morina: Pioneering Innovation in Cybersecurity and Networking
In the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity and networking, few professionals stand out like Arlind Morina. With over 15 years of experience and a portfolio spanning more than 150 projects across 15...
PowerShell scripts now drive 70% of stealthy cyber attacks, evading traditional defenses
Introduction In today's digital landscape, cyber threats are evolving rapidly, with attackers increasingly leveraging script-based malware to execute sophisticated and stealthy attacks. Unlike...
Russian State Hackers Weaponize Microsoft 365 OAuth Tokens in 2023 Campaigns
Introduction In 2023, cybersecurity researchers identified a series of sophisticated cyber attacks orchestrated by Russian state-sponsored actors targeting Microsoft 365 environments. These...
Russian Hackers Exploit OAuth to Target Ukraine NGOs via Microsoft 365
In a chilling reminder of the persistent dangers lurking in the digital realm, Russian threat actors have been reported to exploit OAuth vulnerabilities to compromise Microsoft 365 accounts,...