Critical Vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk Under Active Exploitation

A critical vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk is being actively exploited, prompting urgent patching requirements for U.S. federal agencies.
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A critical vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk is being actively exploited, prompting urgent patching requirements for U.S. federal agencies.

A serious vulnerability in the React Native Metro development server is being exploited to deliver malware to Windows and Linux systems, raising concerns among security researchers about the lack of public acknowledgment.

Recent findings indicate that while AI systems can assist in cyberattacks, fully autonomous operations have not yet been realized.

As of February 3, 2026, Microsoft has officially deprecated TLS 1.0 and 1.1 for Azure Storage, mandating the use of TLS 1.2 or newer for secure communications.

French authorities have raided the Paris offices of X, formerly Twitter, as part of an investigation into alleged algorithmic manipulation by foreign entities.

A recent incident involving Notepad++ has been linked to a Chinese state-sponsored group known as Lotus Blossom, which exploited vulnerabilities in the software's update infrastructure to deploy a new backdoor named Chrysalis.

Ivanti has released patches for two critical zero-day vulnerabilities in its Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM) product, which are currently being exploited. Organizations using this software are urged to take immediate action.

A new cyber campaign, codenamed RedKitten, has emerged, targeting NGOs and individuals documenting human rights abuses in Iran. This operation is linked to a Farsi-speaking threat actor aligned with Iranian state interests.

Recent findings reveal a series of malicious Chrome extensions that hijack affiliate links and steal ChatGPT authentication tokens, impacting users across various e-commerce platforms.

This week's cybersecurity updates highlight significant incidents and vulnerabilities affecting various platforms and services.