Proof of Concept
Exploit available for new DirtyDecrypt Linux root escalation flaw
A recently patched local privilege escalation vulnerability in the Linux kernel’s rxgk module now has a proof-of-concept exploit that allows attackers to gain root access on some Linux systems. Named DirtyDecrypt and also known as DirtyCBC, this security flaw was also autonomously found and reported by the V12 security team earlier this month, when the […]
Windows BitLocker zero-day gives access to protected drives, PoC released
A cybersecurity researcher has published proof-of-concept (PoC) exploits for two unpatched Microsoft Windows vulnerabilities named YellowKey and GreenPlasma, which are a BitLocker bypass and a privilege-escalation flaw. Known as Chaotic Eclipse or Nightmare Eclipse, the researcher describes the BitLocker bypass issue as functioning like a backdoor because the vulnerable component is present only in the […]
Critical cPanel and WHM bug exploited as a zero-day, PoC now available
The critical CVE-2026-41940 authentication bypass vulnerability in cPanel, WHM, and WP Squared is being actively exploited in the wild and has been leveraged in attempts since late February. It is unclear when exploitation started, but KnownHost, a hosting provider that uses cPanel, said the day the vulnerability was disclosed that “successful exploits have been seen […]
Disgruntled researcher leaks “BlueHammer” Windows zero-day exploit
Exploit code has been released for an unpatched Windows privilege escalation flaw reported privately to Microsoft, allowing attackers to gain SYSTEM or elevated administrator permissions. Dubbed BlueHammer, the vulnerability was published by a security researcher discontent with how Microsoft’s Security Response Center (MSRC) handled the disclosure process. Since, the security issue has no official patch and there […]
Hackers now exploiting critical Fortinet FortiSIEM flaw in attacks
A critical Fortinet FortiSIEM vulnerability with publicly available proof-of-concept exploit code is now being abused in attacks. According to security researcher Zach Hanley at penetration testing company Horizon3.ai, who reported the vulnerability (CVE-2025-64155), it is a combination of two issues that allow arbitrary writes with admin permissions and privilege escalation to root access. “An improper […]
Exploit code public for critical FortiSIEM command injection flaw
Technical details and a public exploit have been published for a critical vulnerability affecting Fortinet’s Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution that could be leveraged by a remote, unauthenticated attacker to execute commands or code. The vulnerability is tracked as CVE-2025-25256, and is a combination of two issues that permit arbitrary write with admin permissions […]
Cisco warns of Identity Service Engine flaw with exploit code
Cisco has patched a vulnerability in its Identity Services Engine (ISE) network access control solution, with public proof-of-concept exploit code, that can be abused by attackers with admin privileges. Enterprise admins use Cisco ISE to manage endpoint, user, and device access to network resources while enforcing a zero-trust architecture. The security flaw (CVE-2026-20029) affects Cisco […]
Exploited MongoBleed flaw leaks MongoDB secrets, 87K servers exposed
A severe vulnerability affecting multiple MongoDB versions, dubbed MongoBleed (CVE-2025-14847), is being actively exploited in the wild, with over 80,000 potentially vulnerable servers exposed on the public web. A public exploit and accompanying technical details are available, showing how attackers can trigger the flaw to remotely extract secrets, credentials, and other sensitive data from an […]
WebRAT malware spread via fake vulnerability exploits on GitHub
The WebRAT malware is now being distributed through GitHub repositories that claim to host proof-of-concept exploits for recently disclosed vulnerabilities. Previously spread through pirated software and cheats for games like Roblox, Counter Strike, and Rust, WebRAT is a backdoor with info-stealing capabilities that emerged at the beginning of the year. According to a report from Solar 4RAYS in May, […]
W3 Total Cache WordPress plugin vulnerable to PHP command injection
A critical flaw in the W3 Total Cache (W3TC) WordPress plugin can be exploited to run PHP commands on the server by posting a comment that contains a malicious payload. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-9501, affects all versions of the W3TC plugin prior to 2.8.13 and is described as an unauthenticated command injection. W3TC is installed on more than […]