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Critical RCE in WordPress Plugin (900K+ Installations): Detection & Mitigation

Critical RCE in WordPress Plugin (900K+ Installations): Detection & Mitigation

Summary A WordPress plugin with more than 900,000 active installations is reported to have a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability with critical severity. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the target server under certain conditions. Given the large installation scale, the potential for mass exploitation is very high. Technical Impact A Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in a WordPress installation is one of the most critical vulnerability categories …
Passwords Alone Are Not Enough!

Passwords Alone Are Not Enough!

Every 39 seconds, one cyber attack occurs somewhere in the world1. Many internet users still rely on passwords as the only protection for their accounts, even though this is very risky. Therefore passwords alone are not enough and Two Factor Authentication (2FA) can save you from account theft. Why Passwords Alone Are Not Enough? Passwords are often easy to guess, reused across many sites, or even leaked through phishing attacks and major data breaches such as those that happened at Facebook, …
Cyber Hygiene: Everyday Safety Tips

Cyber Hygiene: Everyday Safety Tips

We live in a digital era where almost all activities are connected to the internet — from shopping, banking, working, to entertainment. But many people are still careless about protecting their personal data and unknowingly open gaps for cyber attacks. This is where cyber hygiene becomes important, which refers to good digital habits to prevent cyber attacks. What Is Cyber Hygiene? Cyber hygiene is a set of practices or daily routines that help maintain the security of your information and …
Understanding the Ransomware Attack Lifecycle: From Initial Access to Data Encryption

Understanding the Ransomware Attack Lifecycle: From Initial Access to Data Encryption

In recent years, ransomware has become one of the most serious threats in the cybersecurity landscape. It no longer targets large enterprises only; cybercriminals now also target SMEs, educational institutions, and even the healthcare sector. The impact can be severe, ranging from operational disruption and loss of critical data to financial losses due to ransom payments. Readers can see continuously updated ransomware victims on Ransomware Live. From there, we can observe that ransomware …
Phishing Attacks and Prevention

Phishing Attacks and Prevention

Phishing is an attack carried out by obtaining someone’s personal information through deception. This attack is usually performed by sending fake emails containing links to fraudulent websites that resemble legitimate ones. The goal of this attack is to steal personal information such as usernames, passwords, and credit card details. How Phishing Works Illustration of a Phishing Attack Phishing attacks usually begin with the distribution of fake emails or social media ads such as those on …