26-Mar-2025: DrayTek Routers, Next.js Bug, and COM Object Cyber Heists

Tune into Hacked dAily, your go-to for the latest in cybersecurity with a twist of humor and a dash of sarcasm. Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of cyber mayhem where absolute discretion is key - just ask those sneaky cyber intruders using fileless lateral movement. They're bypassing systems like they’re in some invisible heist flick, where the only thing hotter than the chase is, unfortunately, losing your data instead of a good piece of art. Meanwhile, DrayTek routers have decided they needed a little solo adventure too, throwing spontaneous reboot parties. Experts warn us of a potential vulnerability exploit, giving your network the excitement it never asked for. In more tech suspense, a pesky bug in Next.js allowed some unwelcome visitors to skip through auth protocols, making sure developers everywhere are having their own meltdown monologues trying to patch things up. Elsewhere, VS Code user? Beware of those shiny, new extensions, as some come bundled with a not-so-nifty ShibaCoin ransomware surprise. Just remember, the crypto glitter might just be pyrite. And finally, AI-powered SaaS security is on gamely trying to outpace cyber crooks in the wild, wonderful world of digital security. Here's hoping these algorithms can keep up without their AI assistants fainting from all the excitement! Keep it locked here on Hacked dAily where cybersecurity is an everyday thriller.This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. Cyatdel helps you test your cyber resilience against the threats of today, keeping your data secure. Checkout cytadel.co.uk for more information.