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Welcome to the Black Belt Secure cybersecurity blog, your trusted source for the latest cybersecurity insights, news, and best practices in the ever-evolving world of digital security. Here, you’ll find a wealth of information covering everything from emerging threats and vulnerabilities to practical tips and strategies for protecting your business. Our cybersecurity blog is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations with the knowledge they need to navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape and stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.
XenoRAT Malware is Back and It’s Got State-Sponsoring
The XenoRAT malware, linked to North Korea’s Kimsuky (APT43) group, has resurfaced in a sophisticated espionage campaign targeting foreign embassies in South Korea. Since March 2025, this state-sponsored operation has used malicious GitHub repositories, multilingual...
The Era of EDR Evasion is Upon Us
The cybersecurity landscape faces a surge in EDR evasion as attackers like the Crypto24 ransomware group deploy sophisticated tools to bypass Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems. Active since September 2024, Crypto24 targets large organizations in financial...
Sloppy AI Security: A Nightmare for Cybersecurity Professionals
The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into business operations has opened new frontiers for innovation, but it’s also creating significant AI security challenges. A recent report from The Register, highlighted on Slashdot, warns that poorlyimplemented...
When Foreign Nations Start Hacking: A State-Sponsored Cyberattack Tale
The recent state-sponsored cyberattack on the U.S. federal court filing system, with suspicions pointing to Russian involvement, has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. This sophisticated attack, reported by The New York Times and discussed on...
Ransomware is Good Business. No Wonder It’s Not Dying.
Ransomware has become a pervasive and persistent threat, making headlines almost daily as businesses, hospitals, and even governments fall victim to its crippling effects. In 2024 alone, reported ransomware attacks worldwide reached 5,289, a 15% increase from the...
Einhaus Group’s Collapse: A Cyber Threat Tale
In March 2023, Wilhelm Einhaus, the founder of Germany’s Einhaus Group, faced a chilling cyber threat from the "Royal" ransomware group, marking the beginning of a devastating incident that led to the collapse of a once-thriving mobile device insurance and service...
Russia Faces Crippling Cyberattack on Aeroflot and Beyond
Introduction On July 28, 2025, a devastating cyberattack crippled Russia’s flagship airline, Aeroflot, grounding over 100 flights and causing widespread chaos at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport. Claimed by pro-Ukrainian and Belarusian hacktivist groups Silent Crow and...
Minnesota Activates National Guard to Combat Cyberattack Threats
Introduction On July 29, 2025, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz made an unprecedented move by activating the National Guard to combat cyberattack threats that crippled the digital infrastructure of Saint Paul, the state’s capital. This incident, which began on Friday, July...
Social Engineering Exposed: A Simple Trick, a $380M Loss, and a Cautionary Tale
In a stunning revelation, a $380 million lawsuit filed by The Clorox Company against Cognizant Technology Solutions has exposed the devastating power of social engineering in modern cybersecurity. According to a report by BleepingComputer, hackers gained access to...
China Exploits SharePoint Cyberattack Vulnerability: A Sign of Things to Come?
In a stark reminder of the escalating cyberwar between nations, a recent SharePoint cyberattack orchestrated by a China-based hacking group has exploited a critical zero-day vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint servers, deploying Warlock ransomware in a series of...
North Korea’s Got Game: The Alarming Threat of XORIndex Malware in npm Packages
North Korea’s state-sponsored hackers are exploiting npm packages in a sophisticated wave of the “Contagious Interview” campaign, unleashing 67 malicious packages with over 17,000 downloads. These packages embed a stealthy malware loader called XORIndex, a calculated...
Fortinet Updates: Why Keeping Your Network Gear Patched Is Non-Negotiable
A chilling wave of cyberattacks targeting Fortinet FortiWeb instances has exposed the critical need for timely Fortinet updates. Hackers are exploiting a severe SQL injection vulnerability, CVE-2025-25257, to plant web shells and seize control of vulnerable systems....
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Peter Vavroksy, a cybersecurity expert with over 20 years of experience in infrastructure and network engineering, co-founded Black Belt Secure in 2020, transforming it into one of North Texas’ most acclaimed cybersecurity firms, recognized with multiple national awards. His work securing critical systems and designing tailored solutions for SMBs highlights his commitment to digital safety. As a university educator, Peter also shapes the next generation of cybersecurity professionals, while his speaking engagements across DFW inspire businesses to prioritize robust security. Read Peter’s full profile for more details.
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