Open VSX Rotates Tokens After Attack
Introduction Supply chain attacks are rapidly reshaping cybersecurity landscapes—especially for tech-dependent industries across Pennsylvania. The recent incident involving Open VSX, a registry for Visual Studio Code extensions, highlights vulnerabilities that could put businesses, developers, and educational institutions in places like Philadelphia, Allentown, and Reading at serious risk. In response to a targeted supply-chain attack, Open […]
RedTiger Infostealer Targets Discord Users
Introduction Hackers are increasingly setting their sights on communication platforms like Discord, and a recent cyber threat called RedTiger Infostealer is intensifying this risk for users across the country — including here in Pennsylvania. With embedded malware designed to hijack credentials, this malware strain is endangering not just gamers, but also businesses, schools, and nonprofits […]
TikTok Infostealer Threat Escalates via ClickFix
Introduction Cybercriminals are taking to social media to amplify their attacks—and TikTok has become their latest platform of choice. A rising wave of videos on TikTok is now fueling the spread of infostealer malware using a deceptive scheme called “ClickFix.” This combination of viral videos and malware distribution means that even small businesses and schools […]
Spain Dismantles GXC Cybercrime Syndicate
International Cybercrime Network Brought Down In a major development that resonates globally — and particularly for businesses and communities across Pennsylvania — Spanish authorities have successfully dismantled the notorious GXC cybercrime syndicate. With coordination from Europol and agencies across multiple countries, including the U.S., this takedown signals a significant disruption to a cybercriminal organization responsible […]
Oracle EBS Zero-Day Patched
Introduction Cybersecurity has taken center stage for Pennsylvania businesses after Oracle patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in its widely-used E-Business Suite (EBS). This flaw had been actively exploited in attacks linked to the Clop ransomware group, leading to data theft and operational disruption. In areas like Philadelphia, Allentown, and Reading, where many small to mid-sized […]
EU Investigates SAP Over ERP Practices
Growing Scrutiny on SAP’s ERP Practices The European Union has opened a formal antitrust investigation into SAP, one of the world’s largest enterprise resource planning (ERP) software providers. Regulators aim to determine whether SAP’s license and support practices unfairly limit competition in the cloud and software markets — an issue that could have wide-reaching impacts, […]
Cisco ASA Zero-Days Under Attack
Introduction Businesses across Pennsylvania, from Philadelphia’s vibrant tech startups to the manufacturing hubs of Allentown and Bethlehem, are being urged to heighten their cyber defenses. Cisco recently issued a warning regarding multiple zero-day vulnerabilities in its Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) and Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) firewalls that are actively being exploited in the […]
Steam Game Scam Steals Cancer Donations
Introduction The gaming world was rocked this week after a shocking scam surfaced on the Steam platform. A published and seemingly verified game was exposed as a malicious tool designed to intercept and reroute donations meant for a cancer-afflicted Twitch streamer. This egregious act not only targeted a vulnerable individual but also exploited Steam’s trust-based […]
The Smart Guide to Cloud Migration Lehigh Valley Manufacturers Use to Save 30%
A manufacturing executive in Allentown just saved his company $180,000 annually by making one strategic decision. The secret? A properly executed cloud migration Lehigh Valley approach that most local manufacturers are still overlooking. The numbers are staggering. Companies that migrate to the cloud reduce their Total Cost of Ownership by up to 40%, while 85% […]
Windows September Update Breaks SMBv1
Windows September Update Breaks SMBv1 Introduction Microsoft’s September 2023 Patch Tuesday updates introduced important security and performance enhancements—but not without some critical side effects. With the rollout of these cumulative updates, Windows users began to report a significant issue: the inability to access shared folders over SMBv1 (Server Message Block version 1). Microsoft has since […]