Mailchimp
Not subscribed to OpsMatters Newsletter
Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance
The Latest Cybersecurity News & Insights From Around The World
Latest posts
Spotting Scams and Phishing in Under 60 Seconds: A Simple Checklist Anyone Can Use
Scams are getting slick, but your best defense is still fast, calm thinking. In one minute, you can scan any email, text, or DM and decide if it’s safe. Use the checklist below, then save the quick steps for what to do if you already clicked.
Firewall Policy Analysis
Staring at a hodgepodge of ancient firewall rules across your multi-vendor environment is like being the curator of a digital museum nobody asked for. You want to clean house, but the fear of breaking something is real. Don’t you wish there were an easier way to navigate this hodgepodge and actually delete rules that are unused? Tune in Tuesday, September 16th, to see how Forward Networks can help with this!
Chaotic Deputy: Critical vulnerabilities in Chaos Mesh lead to Kubernetes cluster takeover
JFrog Security Research recently discovered and disclosed multiple CVEs in the highly popular Chaos engineering platform – Chaos-Mesh. The discovered CVEs, which we’ve named Chaotic Deputy are CVE-2025-59358, CVE-2025-59360, CVE-2025-59361 and CVE-2025-59359. The last three Chaotic Deputy CVEs are critical severity (CVSS 9.8) vulnerabilities which can be easily exploited by in-cluster attackers to run arbitrary code on any pod in the cluster, even in the default configuration of Chaos-Mesh.
Automate Network Intelligence with the Forward Networks API
The Forward Networks platform creates a complete digital twin of your network—but the power of that data multiplies when it’s accessible via API. Whether you’re pushing insights into dashboards, validating changes before rollout, or automating ticket generation, the API puts your network state into your workflows.
Linux Version 6.17 - Pre-Release Preview from a Security Perspective
Linux kernel v6.17 is on the horizon (expected release by the end of September 2025 – Canonical said to release 25.10 with the new kernel in early October), and it brings some interesting security-focused improvements. This release continues Linux’s trend of hardening the kernel against both hardware-level vulnerabilities and general attack vectors, while refining security subsystems for better performance and maintainability.
Wormable Malware Causing Supply Chain Compromise of npm Code Packages
On September 15, 2025, reports surfaced that the widely used npm package @ctrl/tinycolor had been compromised by malware as part of a broader supply chain attack affecting over 40 packages initially, with the number rising to more than 180 according to Aikido’s blog. Upon further investigation, the first malicious package that was identified as compromised in this campaign was rxnt-authentication, which was updated on September 14, 2025, at 17:58:50 UTC.
Read the SASE reviews, then read between the lines.
Every single-vendor SASE provider claims convergence, cloud-native design, advanced security, Zero Trust, and AI readiness. That’s the baseline. What enterprises need to know is how those claims hold up after deployment. Most head to Gartner Peer Insights as part of their recon because real-world feedback is the best reality check. Gartner is arguably the most recognized analyst in tech, trusted by thousands of organizations for impartial, considered research.
Meet Scattered Spider: The Group Currently Scattering UK Retail Organizations
First published May 8th 2025 Updated Sept 16th 2025 Editor’s Note: This blog builds on our recent analysis of the DragonForce ransomware cartel, which claimed responsibility for a wave of UK retail attacks in April–May 2025. While DragonForce took credit for the extortion and data leak phase, growing evidence suggests that another group—Scattered Spider—may have played a foundational role in enabling those attacks.
Where to Get a Complimentary Domain Name with Web Hosting
A presence online is essential today. Websites are your virtual shopfront. Many people have dreams of creating an online presence. Cost can cause some to be reluctant. There are solutions to overcome this. It is possible to get a free domain name with hosting. This will make the beginning of your journey considerably more simple. It eliminates a major initial barrier.
Integrating Upsell Plugins with WooCommerce Subscriptions and Membership Plans
Many online stores want to increase sales and customer loyalty. Integrating upsell plugins with WooCommerce subscriptions and membership plans is a smart way to do this. When you combine these tools, your store can provide more valuable offers to customers. These tools help you boost revenue and create a better shopping experience. WooCommerce lets you manage products, subscriptions, and memberships easily. Upsell plugins add even more functionality. They allow you to recommend related products or upgrades at the right time. This strategy helps store owners grow their businesses steadily.