WordPress
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Mass attacks exploit outdated GutenKit and Hunk Companion WordPress plugins
A mass exploitation campaign is targeting WordPress sites running outdated GutenKit and Hunk Companion plugins, leveraging three critical vulnerabilities that can lead to remote code execution; Wordfence said it blocked 8.7 million attack attempts over two days and urged administrators to update plugins and check for indicators of compromise.
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Attackers exploiting critical auth-bypass flaw in Service Finder WordPress theme
Security researchers at Wordfence say attackers are actively exploiting CVE-2025-5947, a critical authentication-bypass flaw in the Service Finder WordPress theme that can give attackers administrator access; a patch was released in version 6.1 and administrators are urged to update or stop using the theme.
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Researchers say Chinese-speaking group UAT-8099 uses IIS servers for global SEO fraud
Researchers say a Chinese-speaking group dubbed UAT-8099 has been exploiting Microsoft IIS servers to run SEO fraud and steal credentials and certificate data, using web shells, Cobalt Strike and a modified BadIIS backdoor across targets in Asia and the Americas.
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Ukrainian Network FDN3 Linked to Massive Brute-Force Campaign Against SSL VPNs and RDP Devices
A Ukraine-based IP network, FDN3, is linked to a broad abusive infrastructure conducting large-scale brute-force and password-spraying campaigns against SSL VPN and RDP devices, with activity spanning June to July 2025 and connections to offshore bulletproof hosting groups.
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Taiwan Web Infrastructure Targeted by UAT-7237, Cisco Talos Says
Cisco Talos links a China-aligned APT cluster, UAT-7237, to attacks on Taiwan’s web infrastructure, using customized open-source tooling and a SoundBill shellcode loader to deploy backdoors and credentials-stealing utilities. The operation, active since 2022 and considered a sub-group of UAT-5918, also employs VPN persistence and RDP access, with updates to embed Mimikatz and broader lateral…
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Cybersecurity Experts Discover Stealthy Backdoor in WordPress Sites
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a dangerous backdoor embedded in WordPress sites’ mu-plugins directory, giving hackers persistent access to execute commands without detection.
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ExpressVPN Resolves Critical IP Leak Issue Affecting Remote Desktop Users
ExpressVPN has resolved a critical security flaw that exposed users’ IP addresses during Remote Desktop Protocol sessions, following insights from a bug bounty program. Affected users are encouraged to update their software for enhanced privacy.
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Security Flaw in Forminator Plugin Puts Over 600,000 WordPress Sites at Risk
The Forminator plugin for WordPress, used on over 600,000 sites, has a high-severity vulnerability (CVE-2025-6463) that could allow attackers to execute arbitrary file deletions, potentially leading to complete site takeovers. Users are urged to update to the latest version or disable the plugin immediately to avoid exploitation.
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Advanced Malware Campaign Targets WordPress Sites, Poses Major Risks to Users
Cybersecurity experts reveal a sophisticated malware campaign targeting WordPress websites, capable of stealing sensitive information and evading detection. Discovered by the Wordfence team, the malware employs innovative tactics, including fake checkout forms and Cloudflare brand impersonation.
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Critical Vulnerability in WordPress Motors Theme Exploited by Hackers
Hackers are exploiting a significant vulnerability in the WordPress “Motors” theme, allowing them to take control of administrator accounts and jeopardize website security. The flaw, known as CVE-2025-4322, was flagged by Wordfence which reports extensive attacks targeting user accounts.
