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Urgent Alert: Broadcom Calls on VMware Users to Patch Critical Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Under Active Exploitation
Broadcom has issued a cybersecurity alert regarding critical VMware vulnerabilities, known as “ESXicape,” affecting ESXi, Workstation, and Fusion products. Identified as CVE-2025-22224, CVE-2025-22225, and CVE-2025-22226, these vulnerabilities allow attackers with administrator access to escape secure environments and potentially compromise other virtual machines. Broadcom has reported active exploitation of these vulnerabilities, with concerns that unidentified ransomware groups are targeting them. To mitigate risks, Broadcom has released emergency patches, and the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) advises immediate implementation of these updates by federal agencies to safeguard against attacks.
Apple and Google Collaborate to Remove Dangerous Mobile Apps from Their App Stores
Apple and Google have removed 20 malicious apps from their stores after the discovery of the SparkCat malware, which has been operational since March 2024. Initially found in a food delivery app in the UAE and Indonesia, it spread to 19 other apps, collectively downloaded over 242,000 times. SparkCat uses optical character recognition (OCR) to capture text, targeting cryptocurrency recovery phrases and extracting personal information. Both companies acted swiftly, banning developers and removing the apps. Users are advised to update devices regularly, avoid unofficial sources, and utilize security features like Google Play Protect to mitigate risks.
North Korea Unveils Cutting-Edge AI Hacking Unit: What You Need to Know
A new hacking group within North Korea’s intelligence agency, the Reconnaissance General Bureau (RGB), has been established, raising cybersecurity concerns. Named Research Center 227, this unit focuses on enhancing the regime’s digital capabilities by investigating Western cybersecurity systems, stealing digital assets, and developing AI-based information theft methods. The group will also coordinate with overseas North Korean hacking units. Recent attacks, including the $1.4 billion hack of cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, highlight the growing threat from North Korean hackers. International authorities, including the U.S. NSA and FBI, are increasingly alert to the RGB’s activities, urging global organizations to strengthen cybersecurity.
FBI Blames North Korea for Massive $1.4 Billion Bybit Crypto Heist
The FBI has attributed the $1.4 billion hack of cryptocurrency exchange Bybit to North Korean government-backed hackers known as TraderTraitor. The cyberattack involved the theft of 401,346 Ethereum, which has since been converted into Bitcoin and distributed across various addresses. Bybit has responded by offering a $140 million bounty for information to help trace the stolen funds. This incident emphasizes ongoing security issues in the cryptocurrency sector, highlighting how cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities. The exchange acknowledged the hack on February 21, prompting security experts to raise concerns about state-sponsored hacking in the digital asset space.
Apple CEO Advocates Against Texas Governor’s Online Child Safety Bill: A Call for Change
Apple CEO Tim Cook has contacted Texas Governor Greg Abbott regarding a new law requiring age verification for device owners, emphasizing concerns over user privacy and parental control. The proposed legislation mandates linking minors’ App Store accounts to their parents, notifying parents of app downloads, and collecting sensitive personal information for app downloads. Apple and other tech giants are collaborating with interest groups to challenge the law, fearing its implications for privacy. While proponents argue it enhances parental control, similar age verification laws are being considered in at least nine other states, signaling a growing trend in digital regulation.