Threat update

A newly documented malware family named KATARU is hijacking internet-facing Linux devices, including routers and other IoT equipment, by guessing weak or default Telnet passwords. Once inside, it takes root-level control, embeds itself so it survives reboots, and enlists the device in a Mirai-style botnet used for large-scale DDoS attacks. Any organization with connected devices that are exposed to the internet, unpatched, or protected by default credentials should review its exposure now.

Threat update

A newly disclosed security issue affecting ConnectWise ScreenConnect could allow files to be transferred and executed during an active remote-support session without the authorization or confirmation normally expected in certain circumstances. ConnectWise has released ScreenConnect 26.6.5 to address the vulnerability, identified as CVE-2026-84869, and recommends affected organizations update as soon as possible.  

Threat update

Cybersecurity researchers have identified a threat actor that leverages artificial intelligence throughout the attack lifecycle to conduct search engine optimization (SEO) fraud, steal data, and maintain persistence in compromised environments.

Threat update

Threat actors are actively targeting SonicWall SMA1000 appliances by exploiting two zero-day vulnerabilities affecting models 6210, 7210, and 8200v. 

A live, actively targetable flaw in on-premises Microsoft Exchange is sitting unpatched on roughly 22,000 servers worldwide and for many small and mid-size businesses, the safety net (extended security support) runs out next month, turning a patching task into a hard deadline.