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Check Point, Wednesday, September 10th, 2025

The Great NPM Heist - September 2025

Vol 330 · Issue 2 · 2025-09-10

The JavaScript ecosystem experienced what is now considered the largest supply chain attack in npm history. A sophisticated phishing campaign led to the compromise of a trusted maintainer's account, resulting in the injection of cryptocurrency-stealing malware into 18+ foundational npm packages.

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The Great NPM Heist - September 2025

Check Point, Monday, September 8th, 2025

The Networking And Security Shifts Fueling The Rise Of SASE

Vol 330 · Issue 2 · 2025-09-08

Today's workplace is no longer defined by office walls. Consequently, IT and security teams must rethink their approach to access and security. Enter Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), an architecture that merges network and security services into a unified, cloud-delivered platform. SASE has grown rapidly in importance since its introduction a few years ago and is now a must-have for any organization with remote and hybrid teams.

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The Networking And Security Shifts Fueling The Rise Of SASE

Check Point, Wednesday, August 13th, 2025

GitHub Abuse Engine: Stay One Step Ahead

Vol 329 · Issue 2 · 2025-08-13

In the dynamic world of cyber security, staying ahead of malicious actors is paramount. We are thrilled to introduce the GitHub Abuse Engine, a cutting-edge engine of ThreatCloud AI designed to detect and mitigate malicious abuse on GitHub.

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GitHub Abuse Engine: Stay One Step Ahead

Check Point, Friday, August 8th, 2025

The Alarming Surge In Compromised Credentials In 2025

Vol 329 · Issue 1 · 2025-08-08

One of the most pressing cyber threats businesses face today is the rampant rise in compromised credentials. Data from Check Point External Risk Management (previously known as Cyberint), reveals a staggering 160% increase in compromised credentials so far in 2025 compared to 2024.

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The Alarming Surge In Compromised Credentials In 2025

Check Point, Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

Cursor IDE: Persistent Code Execution via MCP Trust Bypass

Vol 329 · Issue 1 · 2025-08-05

Cursor is one of the fastest-growing AI-powered coding tools used by developers today. It combines local code editing with powerful large language model (LLM) integrations to help teams write, debug, and explore code more efficiently. But with that deep integration comes increased trust in automated workflows - and increased risk when that trust is exploited.

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Cursor IDE: Persistent Code Execution via MCP Trust Bypass

Check Point, Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

Minecraft Players Targeted In Sophisticated Malware Campaign

Vol 327 · Issue 3 · 2025-06-18

With over 300 million copies sold and more than 200 million monthly active players, Minecraft is one of the most popular video games of all time. Part of its appeal comes from the ability to customize and enhance the game through mods, user-created tools that improve gameplay, fix bugs, and add new content.

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Minecraft Players Targeted In Sophisticated Malware Campaign

Check Point, Tuesday, June 17th, 2025

DMV-Themed Phishing Campaign Targeting U.S. Citizens

Vol 327 · Issue 3 · 2025-06-17

In May 2025, a sophisticated phishing campaign emerged, impersonating several U.S. state Departments of Motor Vehicles (DMVs). This campaign leveraged widespread SMS phishing (smishing) and deceptive web infrastructure to harvest personal and financial data from unsuspecting citizens.

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DMV-Themed Phishing Campaign Targeting U.S. Citizens