Exploit Brokers By Forgebound Research - Tech and Hacking News Commentary21 Marras 2024

HN46 - Phobos' $16M Haul & Helldown's Secret Exploits – 2024's Ransomware Crisis

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of ransomware with two of 2024's most talked-about threats: Phobos and Helldown. Learn how the Phobos ransomware operation managed to dominate 11% of the market, generating $16 million in ransom payments, and the shocking details of its admin's extradition to the U.S. We also explore the rise of Helldown ransomware, its exploitation of VPN vulnerabilities, and how these attacks are reshaping cybersecurity globally.
If you're curious about how ransomware works, the evolution of cybercrime, and what it means for businesses and individuals, this video is packed with insights. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends.
Key Topics Covered:
What is ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS)? How Phobos became a major player in 2024. Helldown ransomware's exploitation of undisclosed VPN vulnerabilities. Tips to secure your network and stay ahead of cybercriminals. Join the discussion in the comments! What's your biggest takeaway from these cases?
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🔗 References & Sources
* Helldown ransomware: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/helldown-ransomware-exploits-zyxel-vpn-flaw-to-breach-networks/ * Phobos admin charged: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-charges-phobos-ransomware-admin-after-south-korea-extradition/

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Dual CVSS 10.0 Cisco Flaws, AI Malware Assembly Line, Qualcomm Zero-Day & More | HN65

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26 Maalis 23min

Cisco & Dell CVSS 10.0 Exploited for YEARS, Claude AI Jailbroken, ScarCruft Jumps Air Gaps | HN64

Two perfect CVSS 10.0 scores in one news cycle. A state-sponsored actor living inside Cisco's SD-WAN platform since 2023. A brand-new lateral movement technique called "Ghost NICs" that leaves no fore...

12 Maalis 28min

600 Firewalls Breached by AI in 5 Weeks — Plus Chrome Zero-Day, CVSS 9.9 RCE & AI-Powered Malware | HN63

AI is reshaping both sides of the cybersecurity battlefield — and fast. In this episode, we break down five stories that prove it: the first Chrome zero-day of 2026 (CVE-2026-2441), a near-perfect CVS...

5 Maalis 28min

6 Zero-Days Exploited NOW, Lazarus Poisons npm, AI-Generated Malware & More | HN62

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26 Helmi 24min

State Hackers Hit 37 Countries, BeyondTrust CVSS 9.9 RCE, Signal Hijacked & More | HN Ep. 61

A newly uncovered state-backed espionage group has compromised 70 organizations across 37 countries in a single year — and they were scanning infrastructure in 155 more. In this episode of Hacking New...

19 Helmi 21min

CRITICAL: Office Zero-Day + WordPress Admin Takeover + Chrome Extensions Stealing AI Chats | EP 60

Microsoft just dropped an emergency patch for an Office zero-day being exploited in the wild. A WordPress plugin has a CVSS 10.0 vulnerability — that's the golden goose of hacking. 900,000 Chrome user...

29 Tammi 24min

I'm Back and Introducing Forgebound Research | The Rebrand

Exploit Brokers is back—under a new banner. In this episode, I explain why the show went quiet, what Forgebound Research means, and how the podcast is evolving. We're shifting to a hybrid model: some ...

12 Tammi 8min

HN59 - Microsoft AI Discovers 20 Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Bootloaders!

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