HN49 - Fortnite Refund Update: Millions Refunded + Lazarus Group’s Crypto Hacks Revealed
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Release Date: 12/12/2024
CRITICAL: Office Zero-Day + WordPress Admin Takeover + Chrome Extensions Stealing AI Chats | EP 60
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Microsoft just dropped an emergency patch for an Office zero-day being exploited in the wild. A WordPress plugin has a CVSS 10.0 vulnerability — that's the golden goose of hacking. 900,000 Chrome users had their ChatGPT conversations stolen by malicious extensions with Google's Featured badge. And two cybersecurity professionals pleaded guilty to moonlighting as ransomware affiliates. Welcome to 2026. It's gonna be a fun year. In this episode: CVE-2026-21509: Microsoft Office zero-day (security feature bypass) CVE-2026-23550: WordPress Modular DS critical vulnerability Prompt Poaching:...
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I'm Back and Introducing Forgebound Research | The Rebrand
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Exploit Brokers is back—under a new banner. In this episode, I explain why the show went quiet, what Forgebound Research means, and how the podcast is evolving. We're shifting to a hybrid model: some episodes will be news commentary with technical insight, others will be lab-driven deep dives where I actually pull apart the malware or the vulnerable code. Beyond the podcast, I'm launching The Forgebound Lab on YouTube—security research, hardware teardowns, creative engineering, maker builds, and learning in public. Same host. Same mission. New chapter. Welcome to Forgebound Research....
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HN59 - Microsoft AI Discovers 20 Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Bootloaders!
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# Title * HN59 - Microsoft AI Discovers 20 Zero-Day Vulnerabilities in Bootloaders! ## Description 🔍 Microsoft’s AI Uncovers 20 Zero-Day Threats | CoffeeLoader Malware Gets Smarter In this episode of Exploit Brokers, Cipherceval dives into how Microsoft Security Copilot, powered by AI, discovered over 20 previously unknown vulnerabilities in popular bootloaders like GRUB2, U-Boot, and Barebox. These flaws could allow attackers to bypass Secure Boot and install stealthy bootkits. We also explore the terrifying evolution of CoffeeLoader malware — now equipped with GPU-based cloaking,...
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HN58 - Havoc in the Cloud: The Shocking Click Fix Exploit Revealed
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Welcome to Exploit Brokers with your host Cipherceval! In this deep dive, we uncover a sophisticated cyber assault where hackers exploited Microsoft SharePoint to launch the Havoc C2 via a stealthy click fix attack. Learn how a single click can trigger malicious PowerShell commands, turning everyday corporate tools into gateways for cybercrime. In this episode, we explore: • How click fix attacks trick users into executing harmful commands • The role of social engineering in modern cyber warfare • The rising threat of ransomware targeting Middle Eastern banks and financial institutions...
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HN57 - Unmasking SpyLoan: The Android Malware Preying on Loan Seekers
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In this episode of Exploit Brokers, we dive into the dark world of cybercrime, exploring two alarming topics: a malicious Android loan app masquerading as a financial tool and Xerox printer vulnerabilities that could be leaking your credentials. Learn how loan sharks have moved from traditional methods to sophisticated digital predation, exploiting unsuspecting users via apps like SpyLoan. We break down how these apps bypass Google Play's protections, steal sensitive data, and push predatory lending practices, especially targeting vulnerable users. Additionally, we uncover how attackers are...
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HN56 - Massive Bug Puts Outlook Users at Risk | Kimsuky gets RDPWrapper
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In today’s episode of Exploit Brokers, we dive deep into two major security threats making waves across the digital world. A critical Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook is putting millions of users at risk, with hackers exploiting it through spear phishing emails and malicious links. Not only that, but we’re also uncovering the stealthy tactics of the notorious North Korean hacking group, Kimsuky. They’re evolving their methods with custom RDP wrappers and proxy tools to evade detection while gaining unauthorized access to systems. Stay informed about the...
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HN55 - Double Zipping Danger: The 7-Zip Exploit That Could Hack Your PC
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Welcome back to Exploit Brokers! In today’s video, we dive deep into a critical 7‑Zip vulnerability that’s being exploited by Russian cybercriminals to bypass Windows’ security protections. If you’ve used 7‑Zip at all, you need to know how this flaw can let hackers sneak past the Mark-of-the-Web (MOTW) and deploy dangerous malware like Smoke Loader. We'll also explore a parallel threat in the Go ecosystem—malicious packages exploiting caching mechanisms to gain persistent remote access to your system. From double-zipped archives to supply chain attacks, we break down the...
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HN54 - Cybersecurity Experts Reveal LAZARUS GROUP's Hidden Secrets
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Lazarus Group’s Secret Admin Layer EXPOSED – Major Cybersecurity Discovery! 🔥💻 Security researchers have uncovered a hidden admin layer used by North Korea’s Lazarus Group to manage their Command and Control (C2) servers. This sophisticated network of VPNs and proxies allows them to execute cyberattacks worldwide—mainly targeting cryptocurrency developers and software supply chains. In today’s episode, we break down: ✅ How Lazarus Group operates and funds North Korea’s cybercrime efforts ✅ The Operation 99 attack targeting Web3 developers ✅ The supply chain risks...
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HN53 - AI’s Dirty Little Secret: Employees Leaking Data by Accident
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In this episode, we’re uncovering the darker side of Generative AI and the emerging threats lurking behind everyday tools like ChatGPT and Copilot. Learn how sensitive information—ranging from customer data to employee benefits—can be leaked simply by typing it into a Gen AI prompt. We’ll also expose how cybercriminals are escalating their tactics, hiding malware in places you’d never expect—like Google Ads, YouTube comments, and misleading download links for supposedly “free” or pirated software. 📢 Don’t Forget to: 👍 Like this epsidoe if you found it informative...
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HN52 - 800K Volkswagen EVs Hacked! Massive Data Breach & Mirai Botnet Attack Explained
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🔒🚗 Volkswagen’s Massive 800K EV Data Breach & Mirai Botnet Threats Explained | Exploit Brokers Welcome back to Exploit Brokers! In today’s episode, we dive deep into two major cybersecurity threats shaking the automotive and industrial sectors: Volkswagen’s 800,000 EV Data Breach Discover how a misconfigured Amazon cloud storage led to the exposure of sensitive personal information for Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, and Skoda electric vehicle owners. Learn what data was compromised, the potential risks for affected individuals, and what this means for the future of connected...
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