Cyber Security Headlines SonicWall releases patches, The Com warning, Compromised Amazon Q extension
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Jul 25, 2025 SonicWall reveals critical patches for SMA 100, addressing urgent security vulnerabilities. The FBI warns of cybercriminals targeting minors for recruitment. A troubling incident with the Amazon Q extension highlights risks in development tools, leading to significant data loss. Recent cybersecurity breaches feature a compromised AWS package and vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins. Additionally, alarming news about a zero-day exploit in Crush FTP and deceptive apps targeting the Tibetan community rounds out the discussion on pressing cybersecurity threats.
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Urgent SonicWall Patch Needed
- Customers using SonicWall SMA100 series gateways must apply patches immediately.
- The vulnerability allows remote attackers with admin privileges to execute arbitrary file uploads.
The Com Cybercrime Evolution
- The Com is a growing cybercriminal group mainly composed of English-speaking minors.
- Their sophistication increased over four years using complex methods to evade detection and launder money.
Amazon Q Extension Hack Example
- A hacker compromised the official Amazon Q extension by gaining unexpected admin credentials.
- Amazon unknowingly released the compromised package but removed it once discovered.