Risky Bulletin Risky Bulletin: EU launches its own vulnerability database
May 14, 2025
The EU has unveiled a new vulnerability database aimed at enhancing cybersecurity. A Turkish APT has been spotted deploying a zero-day exploit in Iraq, while North Korea's APT is active in Ukraine. Spain is launching an investigation into the role of cyber incidents in its recent energy grid collapse. Additionally, recent breaches in the UK retail sector reveal alarming cryptocurrency scams, with Telegram stepping up to combat these threats. Meanwhile, concerns about vulnerabilities in Nissan Leaf vehicles and updates on Microsoft's privacy measures are also discussed.
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EU Launches Its Own Vulnerability Database
- The EU has launched its own vulnerability database named EUVD.
- It was mandated in 2022 and is unrelated to US CVE funding issues.
Spain Probes Cyber Role in Power Grid Collapse
- Spain is investigating the cybersecurity practices of electricity providers after a nationwide power grid collapse.
- Officials have not excluded a cyberattack as a possible cause of the collapse in late April.
Cadet Sells Hacking Tool for $100
- A Russian military cadet was arrested for selling a hacking tool that accessed government networks for $100.
- The tool allowed attackers to bypass security and access classified Russian Ministry of Defence information.