Cybersecurity Today Emergency Patches, Ransomware Exposes, and Rising QR Code Scams
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Jun 4, 2025 Critical updates are here! Google issues an emergency patch for a zero-day vulnerability in Chrome, while Microsoft tackles boot failures in Windows 11. A whistleblower known as 'Gang Exposed' is revealing the identities of ransomware leaders, shaking up the cybercrime scene. Meanwhile, be wary of 'quishing'—the alarming rise in QR code scams where malicious codes are popping up on street corners, catching victims off-guard. Stay informed and watchful in an evolving cybersecurity landscape.
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Urgent Chrome Zero-Day Patch
- Immediately update Chrome to version 137.0 to fix a critical zero-day exploit.
- This vulnerability allows remote code execution and is actively exploited in the wild.
Critical Windows 11 Boot Fix
- Apply Microsoft's emergency KB5062170 patch manually via the Update Catalog to fix Windows 11 boot failures.
- Prioritize virtual desktop environments and test in controlled setups before wide deployment.
Gang Exposed Doxes Ransomware Leaders
- An anonymous leaker named Gang Exposed revealed real identities of ransomware leaders like Conti's Stern and TrickBot's Professor.
- This includes thousands of internal chats, personal videos, and ransom negotiations, aiding law enforcement.