Researchers at cybersecurity firm SentinelOne have observed a Chinese hacking group taking a trial-and-error approach to abusing antivirus applications for the sideloading of malicious DLLs.
Cyberespionage Group Targeting M&A, Corporate Transactions Personnel
Security researchers at Mandiant are documenting the discovery of a new hacking group focused on cyberespionage targeting employees responsible for corporate development, large corporate transactions, and mergers and acquisitions.
Traceable AI Snags $60M for API Security Tech
Traceable AI, a startup building technology to reduce attack surfaces in APIs, has banked a new $60 million funding round that values the company at $450 million.
Russian Cyberspies Target Diplomats With New Malware
Russian cyberespionage group APT29 has been observed using new malware and techniques in phishing campaigns targeting diplomatic organizations in Europe, the Americas, and Asia, Mandiant reports.
New Black Basta Ransomware Possibly Linked to Conti Group

A new ransomware operation named Black Basta has targeted at least a dozen companies and some researchers believe there may be a connection to the notorious Conti group.
New ‘Bumblebee’ Malware Loader Used by Several Cybercrime Groups
Cybersecurity companies have analyzed “Bumblebee,” a relatively new custom malware downloader that appears to have been used by several cybercrime groups.
Fleet Raises $20M for Endpoint Visibility Technology
Fleet, an endpoint visibility technology vendor with open-source roots, has attracted $20 million in new funding at a valuation in the range of $100 million.
Microsoft Warns of ‘Nimbuspwn’ Security Flaws Haunting Linux
Vulnerability researchers at Microsoft are documenting the discovery of a pair of Linux privilege escalation flaws that could be chained together to plant dangerous malware or backdoors.
1.2 Million Bad Apps Blocked From Reaching Google Play in 2021
Google claims that it prevented 1.2 million bad applications from reaching Google Play in 2021, but cybercriminals are still finding ways to deliver malware through the official Android app store.
Synopsys to Acquire White Hat Security in $330M All-Cash Deal
Electronic design automation powerhouse Synopsys is expanding its reach into the cybersecurity business with plans to shell out $330 million to acquire White Hat security.











