Cybersecurity Alert: Hackers Target Governments and Networks!

Daily Cybersecurity Update: Expanding Threat Landscape and Critical Vulnerabilities

Today’s roundup takes you on a whirlwind journey through a series of pressing cybersecurity issues—from cross-border attacks using sophisticated RATs to multiple critical vulnerabilities in widely used network devices. Grab your cuppa as we dive into the details.

Pakistan-Linked Hackers Target Indian Sectors

A group of Pakistan-linked hackers has recently expanded their list of targets in India by deploying the CurlBack RAT alongside Spark RAT. Known as the SideCopy gang, these cybercriminals have adopted an MSI staging tactic to launch their attacks. Authorities report that this campaign specifically targets high-profile Indian ministries, as well as key players in the oil and rail sectors. This cross-border campaign serves as a stark reminder that cyber threats are not confined by geography, and emphasises the importance for organisations to continually review their network security measures.

Critical Vulnerabilities in H3C Magic NX Series

A series of vulnerabilities has been discovered in several H3C Magic NX series products, including models like Magic NX15, NX30 Pro, NX400, R3010 and BE18000 (up to V100R014). The affected components in the HTTP POST Request Handler, particularly functions such as FCGI_CheckStringIfContainsSemicolon and FCGI_WizardProtoProcess, can be manipulated to allow command injection attacks – provided the attacker has access to the local network.

The vulnerabilities, with CVE IDs ranging from CVE-2025-3546 through CVE-2025-3540, have all been rated as high severity (with scores of 8.0), meaning that failing to upgrade these components promptly could leave systems open to exploitation. Just like leaving your front door unlocked, these vulnerabilities could allow malicious intruders to execute unwanted commands.

Other Critical Vulnerabilities Making Headlines

The Apache Archiver’s Zip Slip vulnerability (CVE-2025-3445) poses significant risks by facilitating path traversal attacks. With the ability to overwrite files with the privileges of the user or application processing the ZIP file, this issue underlines the importance of careful file handling practices. Meanwhile, D-Link’s DI-8100 device (v16.07.26A1) suffers from a critical stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2025-3538) in its jhttpd component, further highlighting the necessity for swift patching measures.

Cyberwar Sparks: Algerian Hackers and Moroccan Government Sites

In a twist that brings an international flavour to today’s threat landscape, Algerian hacker groups have claimed responsibility for a large-scale operation targeting Moroccan government websites. As accusations fly and tensions rise between these groups, it’s a vivid demonstration of how cyber activities can mirror real-world geopolitical strife. Such episodes push organisations and governments alike to reinforce their digital defences.

A Glimpse at Broader Cybersecurity Trends

Adding to the day’s notable events, our daily update also touches on key industry insights. Whether it’s tracking the cash burn rate of companies like Kenorland Minerals or digesting the latest weekly cybersecurity recap, staying informed involves keeping an eye on multiple threat vectors – from vulnerabilities to financial signals, and beyond.

At Synergos Consultancy, based in Huddersfield, we constantly monitor these emerging risks while assisting businesses across Yorkshire and the UK in achieving robust compliance through ISO certifications and more. Whether you’re managing critical infrastructure or steering a multinational, ensuring your security measures are up-to-date isn’t just best practice – it’s essential for thriving in an increasingly digital world.

As we wrap up this daily update, remember that in cybersecurity, vigilance and proactivity can make all the difference. Stay safe, stay informed, and have a great day ahead!