Chihuahua Stealer and the New Cybercrime Frontier: Inside the Silent War for Your Data

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  The Chihuahua Stealer is a newly discovered .NET-based infostealer that blends common malware techniques with unusually advanced features. It first came to attention through a Reddit post on April 9, where a user shared an obfuscated PowerShell script they were tricked into executing via a Google Drive document. The script uses multi-stage payloads, achieving persistence through scheduled tasks and leading to the execution of the primary stealer payload. This malware targets browser data and crypto wallet extensions, compresses stolen data into an archive with the file extension “.chihuahua,” encrypts it using AES-GCM via Windows CNG APIs, and exfiltrates it over HTTPS, wiping all local traces to demonstrate its stealth techniques. Infostealer malware is one of the most underrated corporate and consumer information security threats today. These sophisticated remote access Trojans (RATs) silently infect computers and systematically exfiltrate massive amounts of sensitive informa...

AirPlay Vulnerability Puts Billions of Apple Users at Risk

 


The recent discovery of "AirBorne" vulnerabilities in Apple's AirPlay protocol has exposed a significant security flaw affecting billions of devices worldwide. These vulnerabilities allow hackers on the same Wi-Fi network to deploy malware, access private data, or eavesdrop on conversations. While Apple has issued security updates, many third-party devices relying on the affected AirPlay SDK may not receive timely patches, leaving users exposed.

Cybersecurity firm Oligo Security identified 23 vulnerabilities in Apple's AirPlay protocol and SDK, collectively dubbed "AirBorne." These flaws enable zero-click attacks and device takeovers on local networks, potentially allowing malware to spread automatically to other nearby devices using AirPlay. Public spaces like coffee shops and airports are particularly vulnerable.

Apple has patched these vulnerabilities in its own devices with the release of iOS and iPadOS 18.4, macOS Ventura 13.7.5, macOS Sonoma 14.7.5, macOS Sequoia 15.4, and visionOS 2.4. However, many third-party devices that use the AirPlay SDK, such as smart TVs, speakers, and CarPlay systems, remain at risk due to inconsistent update management.

The "AirBorne" vulnerabilities highlight the broader security risks when third-party manufacturers integrate Apple technologies without consistent patching practices. This situation underscores the need for users to ensure their devices have the latest updates, disable AirPlay when not in use, and limit AirPlay to trusted devices.

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