Cyber Security Headlines Hackers use Hyper-V, Cisco UCCX flaw, The Louvre's password
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Nov 7, 2025 Hackers are now leveraging Windows Hyper-V to slip past detection systems seamlessly. A critical flaw in Cisco's UCCX allows attackers to execute commands as root, raising serious security concerns. In a surprising twist, it's revealed that The Louvre's video security systems were compromised due to a weak password and outdated software. Meanwhile, recent cyberattacks in Poland target key infrastructures, highlighting the evolving threat landscape. A look ahead shows projections for the most common passwords of 2025 will still be shockingly simplistic.
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Virtualization Used To Evade EDR
- Attackers are enabling Hyper-V and running a tiny Alpine VM to hide malware from host EDR.
- Bitdefender links this tactic to Curly Comrades using Curly Shell and CurlCat in Georgia.
Patch Cisco UCCX Now
- Patch Cisco UCCX immediately if you run it, because the flaw allows root command execution.
- Apply Cisco's security updates and review authentication settings for affected features.
Poland Sees Persistent, Potentially State Attacks
- Poland is facing daily cyberattacks that include PII theft and DDoS on payment systems.
- Authorities suspect state-linked actors for at least some incidents, raising geopolitical risk.