Automattic blocks WP Engine’s access to WordPress resources

September 26, 2024 at 09:56AM WordPress.org has banned WP Engine from accessing its resources and delivering plugin updates, leaving end-users vulnerable to potential hacks. The conflict between the two involves alleged alteration of WordPress core feature for profit, legal disputes, and criticism. Users are advised to seek alternative hosting providers due to the uncertain resolution. … Read more

BotGuard Raises $13 Million to Protect Against Harmful Web Traffic

March 14, 2024 at 10:51AM BotGuard OU has raised €12 million (~$13.1 million) in a Series A funding round, led by MMC Ventures, Tera Ventures, Expeditions Fund, and angel investors. The Estonia-based company offers an AI-driven solution to filter web traffic, mitigate threats, and reduce management costs. The investment will support technology advancement and team … Read more

Spoofed Zoom, Google & Skype Meetings Spread Corporate RATs

March 6, 2024 at 01:42PM A threat actor is leveraging fake Skype, Google Meet, and Zoom meetings to distribute malware targeting Android and Windows users. This campaign, discovered in December, poses a significant cybersecurity threat. By mimicking legitimate URLs and hosting on a single IP address, the attackers are successfully distributing malicious payloads, emphasizing the … Read more