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Ionut Ilascu
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Security News Reporter, Bleeping Computer
Iaşi
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Computer Software , Computer Hardware , Information Technology , Electronics Recycling
business, gadget reviews
Content
By Ionut Ilascu Verified| Bleeping Computer Verified In follow-up activity for Operation Endgame, law enforcement tracked down Smokeloader botnet’s customers and detained at least five individuals. During Operation Endgame last year, more than 100 servers used by major malware loader operations (e.g. IcedID, Pikabot, Trickbot, Bumblebee, Smokeloader, SystemBC) were seized.
By Ionut Ilascu Verified| community.opentextcybersecurity.com@ April 5, 2025 By Ionut IlascuA vulnerability in the WinRAR file archiver solution could be exploited to bypass the Mark of the Web (MotW) security warning and execute arbitrary code on a Windows machine. The security issue is tracked as CVE-2025-31334 and affects all WinRAR versions except the most recent release, which is currently 7.11.
By Ionut Ilascu Verified| Bleeping Computer Verified In follow-up activity for Operation Endgame, law enforcement tracked down Smokeloader botnet’s customers and detained at least five individuals. During Operation Endgame last year, more than 100 servers used by major malware loader operations (e.g. IcedID, Pikabot, Trickbot, Bumblebee, Smokeloader, SystemBC) were seized.
Company Info
Bleeping Computer
BleepingComputer is a technology news and cybersecurity support platform founded in 2004 by Lawrence Abrams. It serves as a valuable resource for cybersecurity news, malware analysis, and free technical support, catering to both novice users and IT professionals. The platform is well-known for its coverage of ransomware incidents and assistance for victims, particularly following the 2013 CryptoLocker attack. The services offered include breaking news on hacks and data breaches, community-driven technical support forums for malware removal and troubleshooting, and free ransomware decryption tools in partnership with No More Ransom. BleepingComputer also provides educational content such as tutorials and software reviews aimed at non-technical audiences. The platform generates revenue through advertising and affiliate sales, while maintaining a volunteer-driven community that supports users in need.
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Founded: 2004