Cyber Security Headlines Fortinet SSL VPNs getting hammered, The Netherlands critical infrastructure compromise, Africa the most targeted for cyber attacks
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Aug 13, 2025 The podcast dives into the alarming surge of cyber attacks on Fortinet's SSL VPNs, revealing critical vulnerabilities. A security breach in the Netherlands involving Citrix Netscaler raises eyebrows, emphasizing the growing threat landscape. In Africa, particularly Nigeria, cybercrime is on an unsettling rise, showcasing the continent as a hotspot for malicious activity. Meanwhile, a significant data breach at a staffing service franchise highlights security lapses, and the emergence of advanced ransomware like CARON poses new challenges for organizations.
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Pre-Disclosure Scanning Spike
- Internet-wide scanners began brute-forcing Fortinet SSL VPNs targeting the FortiOS profile starting August 3, 2025.
- These concentrated spikes often precede public vulnerability disclosures and more serious exploitation.
Dutch Critical Infrastructure Breached
- Dutch critical infrastructure suffered compromises via a Citrix NetScaler memory overflow exploited as early as May 2025.
- Attackers removed logs after gaining access, indicating stealthy, prolonged intrusions.
Africa Tops Global Attack Charts
- New data shows Africa has become the most targeted region globally for cyber attacks, with sharp rises in Nigeria.
- Attacks often exploit outdated ISPs and unpatched servers as conduits for phishing, ransomware, and fraud.